Fix: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE cannot be opened. An error is preventing this key…

If you attempt to connect to a remote Windows registry hive, you may receive an error message.

Error Opening Key

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE cannot be opened.

An error is preventing this key from being opened.

On the remote machine, ensure file and print sharing are allowed in Windows firewall. Finally, check the Remote Registry Service is enabled and running.