Windows Messenger Live Sign In problem

I have the same problem too. I tried all ways, upgraded msn messenger 7.0 to
current Msn messenger 8.0. Uninstall, re-install. Tried logging in from
various PCs. I can't login using webmessenger either. The odd thing is I'm
able to with other msn messenger accounts, but not this account ! Its
frustrating! Please advise..

tri

"Alex Levi" wrote:

> I'm trying to sign in into my Windows Live Messenger v8.0.0812, with my
> account but without any luck. It doesn't show me any errors but can keep
> signing in for hours and even days (icon is still moving and applicaiton
> responding).
>
> The Strange part is that I can log into WebMessenger, my Hotmail account
> with the same user/pass and at least 2 other accounts on my Messenger.
> But my account just won't work!
>
> Tried to Rapair, Reinstall, Rename the folder "%appdata%\Microsoft\MSN
> Messenger" but nothing helps.
>
> Any suggestions?
> Thanks.

Same issue here...same error codes...can't sign on...tried Johnathan's
download...no change...run the self help test...it checks off all systems
good yet shows "no connection" at top of test page under "connections". My
login screen DID change colours, back to original default after your reg
download.

"tri" wrote:

> I have the same problem too. I tried all ways, upgraded msn messenger 7.0 to
> current Msn messenger 8.0. Uninstall, re-install. Tried logging in from
> various PCs. I can't login using webmessenger either. The odd thing is I'm
> able to with other msn messenger accounts, but not this account ! Its
> frustrating! Please advise..
>
> tri
>
> "Alex Levi" wrote:
>
> > I'm trying to sign in into my Windows Live Messenger v8.0.0812, with my
> > account but without any luck. It doesn't show me any errors but can keep
> > signing in for hours and even days (icon is still moving and applicaiton
> > responding).
> >
> > The Strange part is that I can log into WebMessenger, my Hotmail account
> > with the same user/pass and at least 2 other accounts on my Messenger.
> > But my account just won't work!
> >
> > Tried to Rapair, Reinstall, Rename the folder "%appdata%\Microsoft\MSN
> > Messenger" but nothing helps.
> >
> > Any suggestions?
> > Thanks.

I can confim the same bug on my messenger with "this" account im using here.
I cannot login (tried from 2 computers), i simply get either "the service is
currently not availiable", or errno "81000306".

I also try logging in with Gaim and it crashes! when it recices the cookie,
so it`s a bit frustrating.

Other persons have also confirmed this "bug" in Norway.

A mail is dispatched to MS Support but i guess it can take time to get
response.

i have tried this but it is still the same! HELP !!!!

"MR" wrote:

> Hi,
> I have the same problem everyone is describing; two little messenger icons
> that just keep spinning but no sign in. I can sign in with my personal
> account on my notebook with no trouble at all but not my work account. I've
> downloaded the file as suggested by Jonathan Kay [MVP] but it hasn't fixed
> the problem...it is driving me CRAZY!!!
>
> "Jonathan Kay [MVP]" wrote:
>
> > Greetings Alex,
> >
> > To fix this problem, shut down Messenger entirely by right-clicking on its icon in the
> > notification area and choosing Exit, then download and run this .reg file:
> > http://messenger.jonathankay.com/dow...grsettings.reg
> >
> > Then try signing in again.
> >
> > --
> > Jonathan Kay
> > Microsoft MVP - Windows Live Messenger/MSN Messenger/Windows Messenger
> > Associate Expert
> > http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/expertzone/
> > Messenger Resources - http://messenger.jonathankay.com
> > All posts unless otherwise specified are (c) 2006 Jonathan Kay.
> > You *must* contact me for redistribution rights.
> > --
> > "Alex Levi" <AlexLevi@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> > news:520422C3-3CD3-4E63-9A9D-5BD75AF0B2FC@microsoft.com...
> > > I'm trying to sign in into my Windows Live Messenger v8.0.0812, with my
> > > account but without any luck. It doesn't show me any errors but can keep
> > > signing in for hours and even days (icon is still moving and applicaiton
> > > responding).
> > >
> > > The Strange part is that I can log into WebMessenger, my Hotmail account
> > > with the same user/pass and at least 2 other accounts on my Messenger.
> > > But my account just won't work!
> > >
> > > Tried to Rapair, Reinstall, Rename the folder "%appdata%\Microsoft\MSN
> > > Messenger" but nothing helps.
> > >
> > > Any suggestions?
> > > Thanks.
> >
> >
> >

Hi! I can't open my window mensssenger to get my e-mails. Thanks Mary

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Same problem here.

The built-in Windows messenger of WinXP connects OK.
Windows live messenger 8.0.0812.00 gets stuck.
Turning off firewall and antivirus does not help.

The problem started several days ago.

Alex O. wrote:
> Same problem here.
>
> The built-in Windows messenger of WinXP connects OK.
> Windows live messenger 8.0.0812.00 gets stuck.
> Turning off firewall and antivirus does not help.
>
> The problem started several days ago.

This seems to have helped:
http://groups.google.ca/group/micros...3c5510668d842f

I am having trouble logging into Windows Live Messenger version 8.0. To
start off, when I begin typing in my e-mail address it takes a while for the
letters to appear. Then, once I hit the sign in botton it gives me this:
"Signing into Windows Live Messenger failed because the service is
temporarily unavailable. Please try again later. Error Code: 800401f3"
Please give me advice as to what I can do to get my Windows Live Messenger
working once again. Thanks a lot!! I really appreciate your help on this!!

-Olga

P.S. I have tried writing the reg commands into the Command Prompt as well
as other things that have been suggested in forums, but with no luck. I even
uninstalled and installed Messenger, but this didn't help me out.

"Jonathan Kay [MVP]" wrote:

> Hi,
>
> Great!
>
> --
> Jonathan Kay
> Microsoft MVP - Windows Messenger/MSN Messenger/Windows Live Messenger
> Associate Expert
> http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/expertzone/
> Messenger Resources - http://messenger.jonathankay.com
> All posts unless otherwise specified are (c) 2006 Jonathan Kay.
> You *must* contact me for redistribution rights.
> --
>
> "momoffour" <momoffour@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> news:FC8E613A-08C5-412D-9479-3105C5AD92EF@microsoft.com...
> > Have been going nuts for two day over this..thanks..you saved me..
> >
> > "Jonathan Kay [MVP]" wrote:
> >
> >> Greetings Alex,
> >>
> >> To fix this problem, shut down Messenger entirely by right-clicking on its icon in the
> >> notification area and choosing Exit, then download and run this .reg file:
> >> http://messenger.jonathankay.com/dow...grsettings.reg
> >>
> >> Then try signing in again.
> >>
> >> --
> >> Jonathan Kay
> >> Microsoft MVP - Windows Live Messenger/MSN Messenger/Windows Messenger
> >> Associate Expert
> >> http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/expertzone/
> >> Messenger Resources - http://messenger.jonathankay.com
> >> All posts unless otherwise specified are (c) 2006 Jonathan Kay.
> >> You *must* contact me for redistribution rights.
> >> --
> >> "Alex Levi" <AlexLevi@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> >> news:520422C3-3CD3-4E63-9A9D-5BD75AF0B2FC@microsoft.com...
> >> > I'm trying to sign in into my Windows Live Messenger v8.0.0812, with my
> >> > account but without any luck. It doesn't show me any errors but can keep
> >> > signing in for hours and even days (icon is still moving and applicaiton
> >> > responding).
> >> >
> >> > The Strange part is that I can log into WebMessenger, my Hotmail account
> >> > with the same user/pass and at least 2 other accounts on my Messenger.
> >> > But my account just won't work!
> >> >
> >> > Tried to Rapair, Reinstall, Rename the folder "%appdata%\Microsoft\MSN
> >> > Messenger" but nothing helps.
> >> >
> >> > Any suggestions?
> >> > Thanks.
> >>
> >>
> >>
>
>
>

Thnx a lot Jonathan! It works again.
My post on LiveMessenger.net community forums has only been
read. I'll refer there to this community for the solution.

Again, thnx for letting me use yr .reg tool to fix my problem.

Martin B./Netherlands

"Jonathan Kay [MVP]" wrote:

> Greetings Alex,
>
> To fix this problem, shut down Messenger entirely by right-clicking on its icon in the
> notification area and choosing Exit, then download and run this .reg file:
> http://messenger.jonathankay.com/dow...grsettings.reg
>
> Then try signing in again.
>
> --
> Jonathan Kay
> Microsoft MVP - Windows Live Messenger/MSN Messenger/Windows Messenger
> Associate Expert
> http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/expertzone/
> Messenger Resources - http://messenger.jonathankay.com
> All posts unless otherwise specified are (c) 2006 Jonathan Kay.
> You *must* contact me for redistribution rights.
> --
> "Alex Levi" <AlexLevi@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> news:520422C3-3CD3-4E63-9A9D-5BD75AF0B2FC@microsoft.com...
> > I'm trying to sign in into my Windows Live Messenger v8.0.0812, with my
> > account but without any luck. It doesn't show me any errors but can keep
> > signing in for hours and even days (icon is still moving and applicaiton
> > responding).
> >
> > The Strange part is that I can log into WebMessenger, my Hotmail account
> > with the same user/pass and at least 2 other accounts on my Messenger.
> > But my account just won't work!
> >
> > Tried to Rapair, Reinstall, Rename the folder "%appdata%\Microsoft\MSN
> > Messenger" but nothing helps.
> >
> > Any suggestions?
> > Thanks.
>
>
>

Hi,

Glad I could be helpful Martin.

--
Jonathan Kay
Microsoft MVP - Windows Live Messenger/MSN Messenger/Windows Messenger
Associate Expert
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/expertzone/
Messenger Resources - http://messenger.jonathankay.com
All posts unless otherwise specified are (c) 2007 Jonathan Kay.
You *must* contact me for redistribution rights.
--


"Brug57" <Brug57@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:7931388B-9185-4544-87DD-0A916F0E91FE@microsoft.com...
> Thnx a lot Jonathan! It works again.
> My post on LiveMessenger.net community forums has only been
> read. I'll refer there to this community for the solution.
>
> Again, thnx for letting me use yr .reg tool to fix my problem.
>
> Martin B./Netherlands
>
> "Jonathan Kay [MVP]" wrote:
>
>> Greetings Alex,
>>
>> To fix this problem, shut down Messenger entirely by right-clicking on its icon in the
>> notification area and choosing Exit, then download and run this .reg file:
>> http://messenger.jonathankay.com/dow...grsettings.reg
>>
>> Then try signing in again.
>>
>> --
>> Jonathan Kay
>> Microsoft MVP - Windows Live Messenger/MSN Messenger/Windows Messenger
>> Associate Expert
>> http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/expertzone/
>> Messenger Resources - http://messenger.jonathankay.com
>> All posts unless otherwise specified are (c) 2006 Jonathan Kay.
>> You *must* contact me for redistribution rights.
>> --
>> "Alex Levi" <AlexLevi@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
>> news:520422C3-3CD3-4E63-9A9D-5BD75AF0B2FC@microsoft.com...
>> > I'm trying to sign in into my Windows Live Messenger v8.0.0812, with my
>> > account but without any luck. It doesn't show me any errors but can keep
>> > signing in for hours and even days (icon is still moving and applicaiton
>> > responding).
>> >
>> > The Strange part is that I can log into WebMessenger, my Hotmail account
>> > with the same user/pass and at least 2 other accounts on my Messenger.
>> > But my account just won't work!
>> >
>> > Tried to Rapair, Reinstall, Rename the folder "%appdata%\Microsoft\MSN
>> > Messenger" but nothing helps.
>> >
>> > Any suggestions?
>> > Thanks.
>>
>>
>>

I have the same problem. Started playign up 2 days ago, then yesterday won't
sign-in at all. Have tried all the fixes suggested here so far. I can logon
to webmessenger.
My troubleshoot tells me the hosts file is the trouble, but clicking repair
does not help the problem. It just keeps saying the hosts file is the issue.

Any suggestions please?

Patty


"David s" wrote:

> hi Jonathan, I am having much the same problem as everyone else here. i tried
> what you said to do and it still does not work for me; i keep getting the
> error message: 81000314 and 81000306, etc and when i do the troubleshoot
> everything seems fine. I have spend hours tonight on trying to fix this
> PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE HELP! I can't even sign into WebMessenger either or even
> onto a different computer. It keeps telling me that my contact list is
> unavailable and stuff like that. I hope you can help me thanks, David S
>
> "Jonathan Kay [MVP]" wrote:
>
> > Greetings Alex,
> >
> > To fix this problem, shut down Messenger entirely by right-clicking on its icon in the
> > notification area and choosing Exit, then download and run this .reg file:
> > http://messenger.jonathankay.com/dow...grsettings.reg
> >
> > Then try signing in again.
> >
> > --
> > Jonathan Kay
> > Microsoft MVP - Windows Live Messenger/MSN Messenger/Windows Messenger
> > Associate Expert
> > http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/expertzone/
> > Messenger Resources - http://messenger.jonathankay.com
> > All posts unless otherwise specified are (c) 2006 Jonathan Kay.
> > You *must* contact me for redistribution rights.
> > --
> > "Alex Levi" <AlexLevi@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> > news:520422C3-3CD3-4E63-9A9D-5BD75AF0B2FC@microsoft.com...
> > > I'm trying to sign in into my Windows Live Messenger v8.0.0812, with my
> > > account but without any luck. It doesn't show me any errors but can keep
> > > signing in for hours and even days (icon is still moving and applicaiton
> > > responding).
> > >
> > > The Strange part is that I can log into WebMessenger, my Hotmail account
> > > with the same user/pass and at least 2 other accounts on my Messenger.
> > > But my account just won't work!
> > >
> > > Tried to Rapair, Reinstall, Rename the folder "%appdata%\Microsoft\MSN
> > > Messenger" but nothing helps.
> > >
> > > Any suggestions?
> > > Thanks.
> >
> >
> >

[jonathanr345]

hi i ive downloaded windows live 8.0 and i sign in normally and then after like 1-2 minuets msn keeps signing me out then reconects and signs out agen is there a way to solve this