LAN messenger File Transfer stay on "CALCULATING TIME" error

Anissa Erdman:

Hi anyone!

  Could you help me, please? When I'm sending files to other computer from our network  it's always stuck on "CALCULATING TIME"  and didn't progress anymore. But when someone users sending files to my lan messenger don't have any problem when sending files.

Cornelius Hackett

I installed Softros LAN messenger https://messenger.softros.com

It works. I send  files successfully.

It appears you are experiencing issues when attempting to transfer files using the free LAN messenger application from SourceForge. The problem manifests as the file transfer getting stuck in a "calculating time" status instead of completing the file transfer.

This type of problem is often indicative of connectivity or network configuration issues between the systems attempting the file transfer. Some troubleshooting steps I would recommend are:

• Verify both systems have the latest version of the LAN messenger software and that firewalls or security software are not blocking the application.

• Check that file and printer sharing is enabled on both systems and configured properly in the application.

• Confirm both systems are on the same LAN subnet and network discovery is enabled.

• Try adjusting MTU settings on the NICs to rule out MTU mismatch issues.

• Check switch port configurations are not limiting bandwidth via QoS or speed/duplex settings.

• Attempt file transfers with a different piece of software like FTP to determine if the problem is isolated to the LAN messenger tool.

Let me know if the transfers succeed after trying these steps. Optimizing connectivity and network configuration between systems is crucial for reliable file transfer performance.

For files transfer over LAN, check this guide too:

Evans Bode:

Hi!
I have the same problem between two pc's with different windows versions.
From 7 to 8.1 the file transfer works flawlessly, but from 8.1 to 7 it stays on "calculating time" forever.
The pc's are connected through ethernet and are on the same network.
I tried with the firewalls disable on both of them and got the same result as before.
Any ideas on what to try next to fix it?
Thx.

Megane Buckridge:

Hi,

Most of my file transfer issues got resolved when I reinstalled it. May be it's worth trying.

Thanks 

Dino

Kendrick Fahey:

Are there any solutions?

I tried to reinstall but still getting can't send file.

It shows "stay on calculating time"

Brian from Windows support forum:

"This is an older thread, but for anyone else experiencing similar issues with file transfers failing or having very slow transfer speeds, the cause may be a duplex mismatch between the source and destination network ports. It's recommended to verify that both ports are configured for full duplex mode rather than half duplex to resolve this type of problem and achieve maximum file transfer performance. The duplex settings should be checked on the network interfaces of the systems on each end of the file transfer connection. Configuring the relevant ports for full duplex operation can resolve transfer failures and sluggish speeds that are sometimes encountered due to duplex mismatches."

Secure LAN Messenger with File Sharing Features

When you are working in an office environment, it is more common that your computers are connected over a local area network LAN or through a wireless WiFi router (in which case it would be WLAN). Working in such an environment, you must have the ability to communicate with your coworkers over the local network itself easily. A local messaging software called Softros LAN messenger can be used to communicate with other people over the same LAN securely.

Softros is an intranet instant messenger that utilizes the local area network to communicate with the other users of the same network. The program allows you to freely transfer files among other users within the range of the local LAN. It uses AES cipher to secure all the communications and works on all the popular operating systems like Windows, Linux, and Mac.

The LAN messenger is available in the form of a Windows installer package and as Android messaging app and Mac application. The application does not require installation on the server,  which leaves no troubles of installation in the office. It uses your computer device user name to identify you, but it can be changed if necessary. It is possible to conduct group conversations and to send messages to people who are not currently logged in. All the user activity is recorded in history.

BEST LAN messenger latest review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2lDI7k0M8hE

You can configure and change the advanced administrative settings. There are a lot of customization options available. You can change what action must be open or forbidden for office users.

Conclusion: Softros chat is a straightforward way to communicate with other people over the same LAN or WLAN network. It features secure AES encryption of all the communication, easy sharing of files, and the desktop screen. You can also have group conversations with many different people at the same time.

You can download Softros messenger from https://messenger.softros.com/downloads/

PC to PC messaging

Woodrow Gaylord:

I have two computers that I wish to be able to use a messenger on to talk to
each other.
As such I am looking for a free (if there is one) LAN messenger.
Does anyone know where (if there is one) I could get hold of such a program.
Or if there is no free programs about how much would I have to pay for a
decent one.
Or if all else fails is there a way to do it with windows.

Trever Stokes:

Msg command
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/administration/windows-commands/msg

How to use the Net Send command
https://www.net-send.net/netsend-tool.html

Woodrow Gaylord:

Thanks for the reply Carey, unfortunately due to my ignorance and technical
deficiencies (and possibly having sp2)  I am unable to get it to work.
Thanks any way for your help

Monserrat Glover:

Sir, You could try  Softros messenger for Lan Chat. The best Lan
Messenger software having many features like Lan Chat, Group Chat, Desktop
Sharing, and File transfer. Download it here https://messenger.softros.com/downloads/

How to Transfer Files Over LAN?

Evelina K. Mayville:

Hello 2 all,

I've installed Lanmessenger on my 2008 r2 server, and obviously the clients get it through policies, but I have a problem.

File transfers from administrator to client doesn't work, cause clients are not allowed to write on C:, and so I suppose that lanmessenger write temp file on c: during the transfer.

Is there a way to setup the temp directory, in a target directory where clients are allowed to write? 

Thank you.
Sorry for poor english, I hope my question is clear.

Gordon E. Lewis:

If the users have access to a personal drive, you can point LAN messenger there.