When accessing the Update site, you receive the 0x80072EE2 or 0x80072EFD error. (Resolution 1)
Last updated : 10/21/2005 Print | Close


Problem description
This error may occur if your Internet connection or configuration is preventing access to the Update site.

Applicable operating systems

  • Windows 2000

  • Windows XP

  • Windows Server 2003

Resolutions
1. A misconfigured Proxy/Firewall can cause this problem. Double-check the Proxy/Firewall settings.
Add the following urls to the exception list within your Firewall/Proxy:
http://*.update.microsoft.com
https://*.update.microsoft.com
http://download.windowsupdate.com
For help configuring Proxy/Firewall refer to documentation or contact the manufacturer.

For more information on this issue and alternate resolution please click on the Microsoft Knowledge Base link below.

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For more information about When accessing the Update site, you receive the 0x80072EE2 or 0x80072EFD error. (Resolution 1), see article 836941 in the Microsoft Knowledge Base.

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