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I can not access ANY Microsoft websites of Microsoft accounts.
Liz or Amanda, I can not access any microsoft wesite. I belive Hughesnet has blocked them PLEASE HELP!! This is the 2nd time this has happened in 3 months, I can not acces any much needed document'...
Hello,
Yes the issue is still ongoing. The biggest hurdles are over but yes there will still be access issues. It is possible you can try changing the DNS setting in the modem to see if a different server can get you there.
Instructions can be found at http://support.hughesnet.com/sites/support.hughesnet.com/files/inline-files/1041264-0001_a.pdf (see page 30 for DNS settings) - you can try a widely used DNS address set like Google's:
Primary: 8.8.8.8
Secondary: 8.8.4.4
Yes it's fixed! I live about about 30 miles south of TANatPATS, had the same problem, and have been watching this thread- although some other sites that end in .gov were also affected. Thanks, Amanda.
Last time this happened (a few months ago) it WAS a DNS cache problem.
Sometimes repairs take time, for multiple reasons, so it may be more days before they can fix the issue. Isn't there a library nearby you can go to and use their wifi for upgrades, or do you use a desktop?
I live in a very rural/mountainous area at the Canadian border. Town is a hour drive away in summer. Right now we have snow & ice covered roads. Can't get to library. VERY frustrating not being able to access much needed documents,emails and security updates. It is all Microsoft websites that I have not been able to access, it times out & says "can not be displayed" I have been able to access all other websites. I sure could use some help if it possibly another issue than lines being cut.....
