Microsoft KB Archive/158409

Internet Gaming Zone Error: Failed to Connect to the Internet

PSS ID Number: Q158409 Article last modified on 03-10-1997

MACINTOSH WINDOWS

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WINDOWS MAC kbother

= SYMPTOMS =

When trying to connect to the Internet Gaming Zone to play Classic Internet Gaming Zone games, you may receive the following error:

Failed to connect to the Internet Gaming Zone server

= CAUSE =

This error occurs if you are not connected to the Internet before attempting to run the Internet Gaming Zone software, or if the server port is not configured properly.

= RESOLUTION =

To resolve this problem, make sure you are connected to the Internet through your local Internet Service Provider (ISP) before starting Internet Gaming Zone using the Start button.

If you are connected to the Internet and still receive this error, configure the Internet Gaming Zone server to use server port 2001. To change your server port, do the following:


 * 1) Start the Internet Gaming Zone.
 * 2) Click the Server button.
 * 3) Change the Server Port to 2001.
 * 4) Click OK and then click Connect.

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Additional reference words: IGZ connect ISP failed server

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