Cant open anything from microsoft (some works with vpn)

Arie 0 Reputation points
2025-12-12T01:34:39.9633333+00:00

without using a vpn i cant open aniom Microsoft, including Xbox, minecraft support and game (had assets failed to download) and outlook (takes long but works). This has been happening for maybe 1 month or more. tested the websites in Vivaldi and Chrome and didn't work too.

  • Using Adblock/Cloudflare made the Minecraft error happen more often, but deactivating or using Google didn't fix it. - its not an extension. Software has problems too.
  • In the other pc user Outlook desktop its in a loop of looking for an account/connecting (i dont remember right now)
  • I didn't change anything in proxy/firewall
Microsoft Edge | Website issues | Windows 11
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  1. Q&A Assist
    2025-12-12T01:36:22.6166667+00:00
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    It sounds like you are experiencing network-related issues when trying to access Microsoft services without a VPN. Since you mentioned that some services work with a VPN, it could be related to network configuration or firewall settings on your system or network.

    Here are a few potential causes and solutions:

    1. Firewall Settings: Ensure that your firewall is not blocking access to Microsoft services. You may need to check the firewall rules and allow traffic for specific Microsoft URLs or services.
    2. Network Isolation: If your computer is on a domain, network isolation settings might be affecting your ability to connect to certain Microsoft services. You can check if there are any Group Policy settings that restrict access.
    3. DNS Issues: Sometimes, DNS settings can cause problems accessing certain websites. You might want to try changing your DNS to a public DNS service like Google DNS (8.8.8.8) or Cloudflare DNS (1.1.1.1).
    4. Browser Issues: Since you tested in multiple browsers, ensure that there are no extensions or settings in those browsers that could be blocking access.
    5. Network Configuration: If your network has specific configurations or restrictions (like a proxy), it might be worth checking with your network administrator.

    If the problem persists, consider reaching out to Microsoft support for more detailed troubleshooting specific to your account or network setup.

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