Error Message: The Application Called an Interface That Was Marshaled for a Different Thread (306892)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 for Windows NT 4.0
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 for Windows 98 Second Edition
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 for Windows 98
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 for Windows 95
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 for Windows 2000
This article was previously published under Q306892

SYMPTOMS

When you try to access a Web page, you may receive the following error message:
Internet Explorer cannot open the Internet site URL. The application called an interface that was marshaled for a different thread.

CAUSE

This issue can occur if the Use a proxy server check box is selected on your computer.

RESOLUTION

To resolve this issue, follow these steps:
  1. Start Internet Explorer.
  2. On the Tools menu, click Internet Options.
  3. Click the Connections tab, and then click Settings.
  4. Click to clear the Use a proxy server check box, click OK, and then click OK.
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:12/5/2003
Keywords:kberrmsg kbprb KB306892
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