Can't get files using Messenger

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Pete

I've opened a port for tcp and udp; and listed messenger as a
firewall exception in xp pro sp2. But I still can't receive files.
Obviously I'm an idiot.
Can anybody help please?
 
Pete said:
I've opened a port for tcp and udp; and listed messenger as a
firewall exception in xp pro sp2. But I still can't receive files.
Obviously I'm an idiot.
Can anybody help please?
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Are you behind a router/gateway?
 
Pete said:
yes.I'm on a Demon NAT adsl service.
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You have to port forward ports on the router not your firewall. Look in your
router manual to configure this.
 
WTC said:
You have to port forward ports on the router not your firewall. Look in your
router manual to configure this.
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Also, Windows Messenger Help says you need to forward ports 6890-6900.
You can also go to the MSN Messenger web page to find out more about instant
messaging. Scott.
 
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