iChat

[br.avery]

Everytime I open iChat, it will not let me log in and it says "The host refused the connection" So some people have suggested that I change the port number to 443. Which then I can log in but I can't video chat. Does anyone know how to fix this?

Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks!!

 

[nobunaga209]

Are you behind any software or hardware firewalls? Reset router, modem, Mac, etc? I know it's mundane but always make sure you check the obvious.

 

[br.avery]

how do i check these things?

 

[nobunaga209]

Software firewalls are usually going to be an application running on your Mac that may block/restrict certain sites or ports on your network [like Little Snitch]. Hardware wise you're going to need to login [or have who ever manages your internet login] and verify that you have default settings, etc set up on your router/modem.

If you're new to this don't worry and I'd suggest your refer to your manufacturer documentation. For the router and such.