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0x80072EFE

Windows 10/11 · Network/DNS

The error 0x80072EFE on Windows 10/11 indicates a specific failure categorized as "0x80072EFE" under Network/DNS. This guide walks you through the most likely causes and the correct fix order.

What Actually Happened

Network stack error: WININET_E_CONNECTION_RESET � the connection with the server was reset while the request was in progress.

Symptoms

Network error: '0x80072EFE'

Common Causes

Connectivity condition: WININET_E_CONNECTION_RESET � the connection with the server was reset while the request was in progress

How to Fix It

01
Flush DNS cache:
ipconfig /flushdns
02
Reset Winsock stack: netsh winsock reset
03
Reset IP stack: netsh int ip reset

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