Network Connections folder empty

zigman · #16 05-08-2007, 06:07 PM

I'm not sure if this helps, but after installing WinPcap4, my Network Connections folder was empty, ipconfig/all displayed only 1 line: "Windows IP Configuration", and network was not working.

What worked for me was booting in safe mode, then removing the adapters - then after reboot all were back with their connections set and operational.

I guess removing devices in Safe Mode removes them more 'completely'.

vejl · #17 05-26-2007, 05:54 AM

I found the solution to the problem.

My computer were missing netman.dll

Therefor I downloaded the dll from this site and saved it in c:\windows\system32\

http://www.dlldump.com/dll-files/N_3.html

and then I registred the file in registry by typing in run:
regsvr32 netman.dll

I hope this will help you

Best Regards
Søren V.
Denmark

xtern0 · #18 06-07-2007, 03:48 AM

While this may not necessarily be the solution in all cases (and apparently not this one): One should check their Local Security Policy >> User Rights Assignment >> "Impersonate a client after authentication", it should have "SERVICE" listed along with "Administrators"

If "SERVICE" has been removed, either intentionally or via malware, icons will be absent, as well as a number of other oddities (search not functioning, etc.).

Should help the wayward admin trying to uneff what a self-proclaimed "power user" has borked.

Cheers,

X

Helpful minded · #19 07-12-2007, 05:41 PM

My network connections folder was empty, my wireless icon gone, I could still connect to networks i had previously but new ones were not coming up or at least i couldn't bring up any list. I didn't do much to fix it but followed the tips here http://support.microsoft.com/kb/313242 and even though it said my drivers and what not were updated already and running fine, all the sudden my icons came back, like they just needed a nudge or wanted someone just to check on them. In any event i registered just to share this as it drove me nuts for 2 weeks. Good Luck.

riskii · #20 07-13-2007, 12:30 PM

I have been having the same problem where I went to network connections and nothing showed up and I couldn't connect to the internet at work, on the bookkeepers pc after I opened and cleaned it. I tried everything then went home and browsed around forums trying to find solutions. This was what fixed it for me. Thank you soo much for all your help

Quote:

Originally Posted by wcparry

Start, Run. cmd.exe

regsvr32 netshell.dll
regsvr32 netcfgx.dll
regsvr32 netman.dll

Hitting enter after each one. That should do it.
The dynamic libraries are hashed, likely due to some "Free" spyware search or crap program.
Enjoy!

jjohnjbell · #21 07-20-2007, 10:30 PM

HEY THERE,im new to this site, n i was havin this problem which really annoyed me, the intel pro wireless was not very suitable for me,i greatly preferr the windows wireless zero connection, ur assistance, by the grace of God resolved my problem, thank u.

cgeek4u · #22 08-03-2007, 04:17 PM

I am also having same error when I try to do refresh in the network folder and also not able to see network connections icon in start menu.

I tried:
Start, Run. cmd.exe

regsvr32 netshell.dll
regsvr32 netcfgx.dll
regsvr32 netman.dll

and restarted the system. but no luck

Do I need to take care of anything else while running the above steps? I got "DllRegisterServer succeeded" for all the three steps.

ChessMazter · #23 08-06-2007, 09:56 PM

This same thing happened to me and after I had turned off "system Restore" too. So, as you can see, I had to learn how to fix this. Anyway, it turns out that I had disabled "something" in services, (that is services.msc). I still don't know what kit was specifically, but what I did was get a program called XP Smoker Pro and went to "Tweaks" then went to "Services" and clicked on the "Default" button which basically reset all of the windows serices back to their default state. After this, I rebooted and there they were, I expeimented again by turning off some services and again they were gone...I repeated the fix and they came back. try this to see iof it works.

johntei · #24 08-18-2007, 04:29 AM

That saved me for a lot of work:

Start, Run. cmd.exe

regsvr32 netshell.dll
regsvr32 netcfgx.dll
regsvr32 netman.dll

Thank the gut that posted at the forum.
God bless you man

ngill · #25 09-04-2007, 05:29 AM

Start, Run. cmd.exe

regsvr32 netshell.dll
regsvr32 netcfgx.dll
regsvr32 netman.dll

The above procedure restored the visibility of the connection on windows server. Alough I didnt fix the main problem ( IE opens then closes, which is when I discoverd the network connctions folder was empty)the next set of properties are missing. Seems like there are no protocols installed, which is impossible since i'm conected using an RDC.

Garrote · #26 11-20-2007, 11:10 AM

The three lines above didn't fix my problem, as the last line failed. After replacing the netman.dll file, nothing changed. In looking all over the computer, I eventually got an error that mentioned the wzcsapi.dll file. Replacing that file in the system32 folder fixed the machine on which I was having the problem.

I have my doubts that this is a solution that will help a lot of people. It seems that there are any number of files that can get damaged or deleted and cause the empty network connections problem. But it fixed my problem, so I figured I should share it in case it might help someone else.

Good luck,
Garrote

Sameerman · #27 11-23-2007, 04:02 AM

Hi

I am having a similar problem but its on Windows Vista
I have setup Ethernet connection and its running, I have a wireless connection as well as AT&T wireless Aircard...however wehn you view these in the network connections folder...it is empty...
I try to refresh and the error says... "
The network connections folder was unable to retrieve the list of network adapters on your machine. Please make sure that the network connection service is enables and running."

I tried to search for this service couldn't find it. Lenovo expert live was trying resolve it and tehy also gave up after 5 hrs ...

Need help. any solutions

vamsikolli · #28 11-30-2007, 06:48 PM

Thanks for the guy who told to enter the hashing code..I mean three run codes. after I entered them my system was hanged and I restarted it and it workds.... hats off dude............

subquester · #29 12-03-2007, 07:36 AM

I unistalled the drivers for the network adapters and rebooted. They got reinstalled, and everything worked fine. (Win XP pro, sp2)

jacksprack · #30 12-09-2007, 06:06 PM

I don't know how the icons in network connections folder went missing but i now know how to get them back.This should work, Verify the networking services setting:
a. In Control Panel, double-click Add or Remove Programs.
b. Click Add/Remove Windows Components.
c. Click Networking Services, and then click Details. Verify that Simple TCP/IP Services is turned on.I found the help here http://support.microsoft.com/kb/825826