Exceptions that you added to Windows Firewall by using Remote Assistance while you were logged in to Windows Messenger or MSN Messenger have not taken effect (904675)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2, when used with:
    • Microsoft Windows XP Professional
    • Microsoft Windows XP Tablet PC Edition
    • Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
    • Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition

SYMPTOMS

After you add exceptions to Windows Firewall by using Remote Assistance while you are logged in to Microsoft Windows Messenger or Microsoft MSN Messenger, you notice that the exceptions have not taken effect.

RESOLUTION

To resolve this issue, sign out of Windows Messenger or MSN Messenger, and then sign back in. After you sign back in, the settings that you changed will take effect.
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:8/12/2005
Keywords:kbtshoot kbprb KB904675 kbAudEndUser
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