Fix: Msftconnecttest Redirect Error in Windows 10, 11, and Server
What is the Msftconnecttest Redirect Error?
The Msftconnecttest redirect error occurs on computers running Windows operating systems such as Windows 10, 11, and Windows Server 2016/2019. It happens when a connection test to verify Internet access is initiated, which occurs whenever a machine running Windows 10, Windows 11, or Windows Server 2016 or newer is started.
How to Fix the Msftconnecttest Redirect Error
There are a few different ways to fix the Msftconnecttest redirect error. One common solution is to disable the Windows Update service and then restart the machine. To do this, follow these steps:
- Press Windows Key + R to open the Run dialog box.
- Type "services.msc" into the Run dialog box and press Enter.
- Scroll down to the "Windows Update" service and right-click on it.
- Select "Stop" from the context menu.
- Restart the machine.
If disabling the Windows Update service does not fix the problem, you can try resetting the network settings. To do this, follow these steps:
- Press Windows Key + I to open the Settings app.
- Click on "Network & Internet".
- Click on "Status" on the left-hand side of the window.
- Click on the "Reset network" button.
- Restart the machine.
If resetting the network settings does not fix the problem, you can try manually editing the registry. To do this, follow these steps:
- Press Windows Key + R to open the Run dialog box.
- Type "regedit" into the Run dialog box and press Enter.
- Navigate to the following registry key: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\NetworkList\Profiles
- Delete the key for the network profile that is causing the problem.
- Restart the machine.
If none of the above solutions work, you may need to contact Microsoft support for assistance.
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