Netdiag

Netdiag is a handy tool you can run on any Windows 2000 computer to check how your network is doing. Whether you're dealing with a home setup or something more complex, it helps you make sure everything's connected smoothly.

What Can Netdiag Do?

This tool mainly shines for experts who know their way around command lines. But don’t worry! If you’re new to this, as long as you're willing to learn some commands, you can still get a lot out of it.

How Does It Work?

Netdiag runs multiple tests to see the current state of your network. Once it’s done, you'll have results that can help you figure out any connectivity issues on your computer or server.

Before You Start

Just a quick note: before running Netdiag, make sure to bind TCP/IP to one or more network adapters. This step is crucial for the tool to work properly!

Running Netdiag

If you're using Command Prompt, you have options! You can set it up to show only the essential info and errors. Or if you're curious and want more details about what's happening, switch to verbose mode. And if you need even deeper insight, there’s a debug mode that gives an even fuller output.

Finding Domain Controllers

This tool really helps when you need to find a domain controller within a specified domain. Plus, it's great for getting a list of all computer accounts linked to that domain controller.

User Control Over Tests

What's cool about Netdiag is that it gives you complete control over what tests are performed based on what results matter most to you. Want specific insights? Just run the tests that are relevant!