How do I resolve my MSN Hotmail sign in problems?

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In my case, i was getting the outlook express socket error and my msn messenger werent working. I reset the winsock and that solved it. There is a command that i used to do it, but for most of u, u can download tcp/ip repair from xpsmoker or WinsockXPFix.exe (google either one). once ran, i rebooted. problem solved. I didnt have time to investigate what caused it originally. I was in a hurry and had to use that. I found this board later while looking to see if there was a simpler way.

I had the same problem as you. You should check

http://msn-errors.blogspot.com

Just wanted to let you all know my experience: Starting April 21st I could not log into my MSN account. I kept getting the 80048823 msg. Funny thing is that on my home pc I had it set to remember me so that I wouldn't have to enter the email and PW each time I signed in. If it was the same info, how could it not be correct? The only explanation I could come up with was that I left myself logged in at school or someone hacked into my email. I followed the instructions on resetting my password but when I entered my secret answer to my secret question it said it was wrong! When I got locked out of the options because of entering wrong information too many times, I contacted MSN. They were very quick to respond (next day) and gave me an automated solution. It was what I'd already done so I sent them another email and then "Dennis" replied asking to verify some information, which I did and "Mel" replied with a msg that had a link to reset my PW! I really was surprised at how quick they responded and that they even helped me. Anyway, I have access to my account again but I noticed that my folders were missing and that several emails were missing as well. I guess there is no way of knowing what really happened.
I went to Microsoft Customer Support & this is the link: http://support.live.com/eform.aspx?productKey=wlid&page=wlsupport_home_options_form_byemail&ct=eformts

Just wanted to let you all know my experience: Starting April 21st I could not log into my MSN account. I kept getting the 80048823 msg. Funny thing is that on my home pc I had it set to remember me so that I wouldn't have to enter the email and PW each time I signed in. If it was the same info, how could it not be correct? The only explanation I could come up with was that I left myself logged in at school or someone hacked into my email. I followed the instructions on resetting my password but when I entered my secret answer to my secret question it said it was wrong! When I got locked out of the options because of entering wrong information too many times, I contacted MSN. They were very quick to respond (next day) and gave me an automated solution. It was what I'd already done so I sent them another email and then "Dennis" replied asking to verify some information, which I did and "Mel" replied with a msg that had a link to reset my PW! I really was surprised at how quick they responded and that they even helped me. Anyway, I have access to my account again but I noticed that my folders were missing and that several emails were missing as well. I guess there is no way of knowing what really happened.
I went to Microsoft Customer Support & this is the link: http://support.live.com/eform.aspx?productKey=wlid&page=wlsupport_home_options_form_byemail&ct=eformts

Posted by: Maria at May 4, 2007 01:07 AM

I found one solution to the problem of not being able to sign in, and it is specifically targeted at those who use Norton Internet Security. Due to many frustrating attempts to log in to Hotmail unsuccessfully, I ADDED Hotmail to "Web Content Options" in NIS and granted it FULL access rights. It did not work! Much to my amazement, I deleted the rule in NIS, and miraculously Hotmail became accessible again. If you are using NIS, under Global Settings, you have to allow everything except Flash. It would be easier to post a screenshot for those not that familiar with NIS, but perhaps this will help a few people.

When I try to log in, it brings up a security box where I have to type in characters and numbers. After doing so, it brings the log in page back up but I end up going in a circle between the two pages. Any body know how to fix it e-mail me at a different address [Email Address Removed]. Thanks

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Finis: that's this article:
http://ask-leo.com/how_do_i_display_my_msn_hotmail_or_other_email_in_the_order_it_was_sent.html

Leo

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It is my understanding the Micro Soft wants you to sign up for Hotmail Plus at $25. My Outlook Express no longer works. It keeps asking for a pass word. I type it in and it asks again. I guess I will switch to G-Mail if they want to keep blocking me. I understand G-Mail will work with Outlook Express.

try to turn off windows firewall and windows defender if you have them. They cause a lot of silly problems. Even if you have the exceptions listed, its not absolute. I had so many ping problems and default gateway problems, but with both of them turned off, NO MORE PROBLEMS

I am also haveing a problem with the sign-in page attempting to use an established hotmail accout. The web page displays giant lettering so it is vurtually impossible to read. The associated pages display accurately and can be adjusted with the View command in the toolbar

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