However, the application sometimes shows an error. One would get a notification under the Settings > Network tab in the Xbox app that says “Server Connectivity: Blocked (This may impact your ability to play multiplayer games)”. Since you cannot connect to the Xbox server, you will not be able to play online multiplayer modes hence taking out the experience of interacting with others. You won’t be able to join parties either and voice chat communications will be unavailable. This article will explain why this error occurs and how you can get your Xbox app connected to the Xbox server.
Reasons for ‘Server Connectivity: Blocked’ error in the windows 10 Xbox App
As the error says, the Xbox application has been blocked from accessing the Xbox server. The blockage is usually anywhere between your PC and your router. Below are some of the issues that might be occurring. The methods below show how you can remedy the server connection issue in the Windows 10 Xbox application.
Method 1: Start/Restart the “IP Helper” and the “Xbox Live Networking Service” services
These services help in the completion of the Xbox server connection. Without them, the Xbox app might have trouble connecting successfully. Restarting these applications might clear any errors resulting from them starting wrongly. To start or restart these apps, follow the steps below.
Method 2: Disable other network adapters
Disabling other network adapters (plugged or unplugged) from the network and sharing center (except the one you are using) will enable the Xbox app to find the correct adapter and connect through it successfully. To do this:
Method 3: Uninstall VPN applications
VPN applications might hinder the correct communication between the Xbox app and the Xbox server. By creating a Virtual Network, the Xbox application might not find the correct connection. A common example of a VPN application in Windows 10 is the LogMeIn Hamachi application. To uninstall such an application, follow the steps below.
Method 4: Blocking Firewall Rule
In some cases, the Firewall might be blocking certain functions of the app from being able to connect to the internet. Therefore, in this step, we will be checking if any Firewall Rules regarding the application has been placed and then we will disable it entirely. For that: Also, verify that you have set the correct date and time settings.
Method 5: Running a Command
Some users managed to fix the issue simply by running a command that resets certain settings relating to IPV6 connectivity. In order to run this command, we need to first open up an elevated command prompt. For that:
Method 6: Uninstall Intel Management Engine-Drivers
In some cases, the error might be triggered if Intel Management Engine Drivers are blocking the Xbox Connectivity. Therefore, in this step, we will be uninstalling it completely from our system. In order to do so follow the steps below.
Method 7: Update Windows
In some cases, the issue goes away by updating Windows to a more recent version. In order to do that, follow the steps below. It will also be a good idea to disable spyware software like Malwarebytes and try out the connection again. Try disabling the firewall on third-party antivirus applications like AVG, Avast, Norton among others or allow the Xbox through the firewall on those apps including the Windows Firewall.
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