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FIX: An existing connection was forcibly closed error
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Some users have posted on game support forums about anAn existing connection was forcibly closederror message. The fullerror messagestates:
Internal Exception: java.io.IOException: An existing connection was forcibly closed by the remotehost.
Theerrorarises when users try to play games that require connection with a server, suchas Minecraft. As a result, players can’t join the games’ servers.
How do I fix the connection forcibly closed error?
1. Select Enable operating system’s restricted environment
Users have confirmed they were able to fix the remote host error by selecting theEnable operating system’s restricted environmentoption.
2. Turn off antivirus software
The remotehosterrormight be due to third-party antivirus software blocking a game’s connection with server. So, turning off antivirus software might resolve the issue for some users.
To disable an antivirus utility, right-click the system tray icon for it and select adisableorturn offoption on its context menu.
If the utility’s context menu includes a disable firewall setting, select that option as well. Then try playing the game with the antivirus software disabled.
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3. Adjust Windows’ firewall settings for Java SE Binary
Some users might need to adjust Windows Defender Firewall’s app permission settings for Java Platform SE binary.
4. Reinstall JDK
Some users have said they’ve fixed the remote host error by reinstalling JDK (Java).
5. Flush the DNS cache and restart router
Some Minecraft Hypixel players have fixed the remote host error by flushing DNS cache.
Those are some of the resolutions that have fixed the remotehosterrorfor players. They aren’t entirely guaranteed resolutions for allsoftwaretheerrorarises for, but Minecraft players have confirmed those fixes.
Let us know which of these solutions allowed you to play Minecraft again without any issues.
Do so by leaving your feedback in the comments section below.
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Matthew Adams
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Matthew is a freelancer who has produced a variety of articles on various topics related to technology. His main focus is the Windows OS and all the things surrounding it.
He is passionate about the tech world, always staying up-to-date with the latest and greatest. With an analytical view, he likes problem-solving, focusing on errors and their causes.
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