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The 403 Forbidden error is an HTTP status code indicating that the server understood the request but refuses to authorize it. On WindowsForum.com, users have reported encountering this error when trying to access websites, connect to servers, or after installing Windows updates. Common scenarios include pointing a domain to a server IP and receiving a 403 error, Internet Explorer failing to open with a 403 error after updates, and DirectAccess connectivity issues producing HTTP 403 or error 0x80040001. Some users have noted that the error can be site-specific, affecting only certain websites while others work fine. Troubleshooting steps discussed include restoring the PC to an earlier date before updates and checking server permissions.
  1. A

    Connecting to the server

    Hi Folks I have a 2008 server from epichosts. I wondered how to connect a domain to it. I have pointed the domain to the ip using an a record but all i get is Server Error 403 - Forbidden: Access is denied. You do not have permission to view this directory or page using the credentials that...
    • alanfallow
    • Thread
    • 403 forbidden access denied connection dns records domain epichosts ip address network settings server web server
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Windows Server Forums
  2. rkfjr

    Windows 7 cant get IE to open IE11 403 error

    cant get IE to open IE11 403 error after updates 3/17 installed. restored pc to early date before updates no help.
    • rkfjr
    • Thread
    • 403 forbidden browser error ie11 internet explorer restore troubleshooting update windows
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  3. News

    "HTTP 403" or "0x80040001" error when you connect to a DirectAccess server from a DCA tool in...

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    • News
    • Thread
    • 403 forbidden dca tool directaccess error network windows server
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Knowledge Base (KB)
  4. News

    "HTTP 403" or "0x80040001" error when you connect to a DirectAccess server from a DCA tool in...

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    • News
    • Thread
    • 403 forbidden connection issues dca tool directaccess error microsoft support network issues troubleshooting windows server
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Knowledge Base (KB)
  5. davehc

    Windows 7 forums.

    I thought this might be the best place for this? Since yesterday, whenever I attempt to access the Windows 7 site, i have been getting an access denied message. In anticpation of suggestions, this is ONLY on that site, of the many I have tried. "403 Forbidden Access to this resource on the...
    • davehc
    • Thread
    • 403 forbidden access denied error message forum issues litespeed support web server windows 7
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: The Water Cooler
  6. Drew

    How very weird...

    Today (22/2/12) this Forum site loads/opens fine in Windows 8 but, not in Windows 7... just gets "403 Forbidden". What an unexpected surprise when it came up on Win8 whilst, it won't on Win7. Very strange... :confused:
    • Drew
    • Thread
    • 403 forbidden access denied browser issues forum loading issues tech support unexpected user experience windows 7 windows 8
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: Feedback Forum
  7. F

    Windows Vista 403 - Forbidden

    I had this website saved in my favorites and have used it frequently. Today I tried to log on and got the following message: 403 - Forbidden I tried pulling up the file you requested, but the server complained that you don't have permission to access this document on this server...
    • Fred44
    • Thread
    • 403 forbidden access denied chords favorites forbidden internet access music education regcure software recommendations website issues
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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