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What is Error 7011?
Windows System Error Code 7011, known as ERROR_CTX_MODEM_RESPONSE_ERROR, is a Networking error that occurs during advanced networking, Winsock, and IPSec. The error indicates that: The modem did not accept the command sent to it. Verify that the configured modem name matches the attached modem. When this error is encountered, the Windows operating system was unable to complete the requested operation within the networking stack subsystem. The error code 7011 is returned by the GetLastError() function and provides developers with a specific identifier to diagnose the root cause of the failure. The symbolic name ERROR_CTX_MODEM_RESPONSE_ERROR maps directly to this numeric code and is commonly referenced in Microsoft documentation, developer forums, and system logs. Understanding this error and its context within advanced networking, Winsock, and IPSec is essential for effective troubleshooting.
Common Causes
- System resource conflict: The modem did not accept the command sent to it. Verify that the configured modem name matches the attached modem.
- Network driver outdated/incompatible
- TCP/IP stack corruption
- IP configuration incorrect
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- Open Command Prompt as Administrator
- Run: netsh winsock reset && netsh int ip reset
- Run: ipconfig /release && ipconfig /renew
- Restart your computer
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Diagnostic Command
Run this PowerShell command to find related events in your system log:
Get-EventLog -LogName System -Newest 20 | Where-Object {$_.Message -like "*7011*" -or $_.Message -like "*ERROR_CTX_MODEM_RESPONSE_ERROR*"} | Format-List
💡 Open PowerShell as Administrator, paste the command above, and press Enter.
Prevention Tips
- Update drivers from manufacturer site
- Monitor network utilization
- Document network configuration