Server error 0x800ccc90 windows live mail

The infamous "0x800ccc90" error in Windows Live Mail!

This error typically occurs when there's a problem with your email account settings, server connection, or internet connection. Here are some troubleshooting steps to help you resolve the issue:

  1. Check your internet connection: Ensure that your internet connection is stable and working properly. Try opening a web browser to see if you can access the internet.
  2. Restart Windows Live Mail: Sometimes, a simple restart can resolve the issue. Close Windows Live Mail, wait for 30 seconds, and then reopen it.
  3. Check your email account settings: Ensure that your email account settings are correct and up-to-date. Go to File > Options > Mail > Account Settings, and review your account settings. Make sure that your username, password, and server settings are correct.
  4. Check your server settings: Ensure that your server settings are correct. Go to File > Options > Mail > Account Settings, and click on the "More Settings" button. Check the server settings, including the incoming and outgoing server names, ports, and authentication settings.
  5. Check for server issues: If you're using a third-party email provider, check their website or social media for any known server issues or outages.
  6. Disable and re-enable your email account: Go to File > Options > Mail > Account Settings, and click on the "Email" tab. Select your email account, and then click on the "Disable" button. Wait for 30 seconds, and then re-enable the account.
  7. Check for Windows updates: Ensure that your Windows operating system is up-to-date. Sometimes, updates can resolve connectivity issues.
  8. Reset Windows Live Mail: If none of the above steps work, you can try resetting Windows Live Mail to its default settings. Go to File > Options > Mail > Advanced, and click on the "Reset" button.
  9. Reinstall Windows Live Mail: If all else fails, you may need to reinstall Windows Live Mail. Go to Control Panel > Programs and Features, and uninstall Windows Live Mail. Then, download and reinstall the latest version of Windows Live Mail from the Microsoft website.

If none of these steps resolve the issue, you may want to try using a different email client or contact your email provider's support team for further assistance.