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Subject: Help: Unable to connect to server
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A few times this has worked, but usually the past few days when I try to join a game my computer says, "Negotiating with server..." for 10 seconds then tells me "Unable to connect to server!" Oh what shall I do? Anyone got any info or helpful comments on this prob? Thanks a lot!

  • 09.02.2004 4:31 PM PDT
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1. Did you download Windows XP Service pack # 2.
2. What kind of connection do you have.

  • 09.02.2004 4:49 PM PDT
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Yes, I have Service Pack 2. I'm running on a Comcast Cable Modem

  • 09.02.2004 6:14 PM PDT
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I'm not sure if it means anything, but I have always been able to create my own game, regardless of trying to enter other people's games with the message, "Negotiating connection to server"

  • 09.02.2004 6:16 PM PDT
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Because you're running SP2, make sure the Windows XP firewall is not running, or if it is, open up port 2302 & 2303 on UDP.

That's odd that you've been able to create your own game. I'm assuming others have been able to join it? Also, are you running through any sort of router?

  • 09.02.2004 8:27 PM PDT