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How to Fix a LAN Nickname Error in Dungeon Siege II

"Dungeon Siege II," a computer based role-playing game, allows players to explore a virtual world and complete quests alone or with friends. When attempting to play with friends on a local network, however, many users experience an issue restricting them from entering a game due to their nickname being in use already. It is possible to work around the bug and join your friends in a LAN game of "Dungeon Siege II."

Instructions

- 1
  Click "Start," then click on "Control Panel." Click "Network and Internet" and "Network and Sharing Center." Open the network connection settings by clicking "Manage Network Connections."
- 2
  Right-click the listed network adapter used for your Internet connection and click "Disable" to turn off the network connection. Keep this window open.
- 3
  Open "Dungeon Siege II," then enter the multi-player LAN lobby. No games will be found due to the network adapter being turned off.
- 4
  Press "Alt" + "Tab" to switch to the network settings window. Right-click the adapter turned off in Step 2, then click "Enable."
- 5
  Press "Alt" + "Tab" to switch back to "Dungeon Siege II." Click "Refresh" to search for LAN games, then select the game you want to enter.

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