Skype Cannot Connect in Vista

To resolve a Skype connection issue in Vista, users should unlock the program in the firewall.

Skype requires an unfiltered connection to its specific outbound ports. Most connection issues in Skype are a result of a restriction in the firewall that blocks connection through these ports. Windows Vista users experiencing connectivity issues should set Skype as an exception in their firewall settings.

Instructions

1. Click on "Start," and then "Control Panel."

2. Click the "Security" icon.

3. Click on "Windows Firewall."

4. Click on "Allow a program through Windows Firewall."

5. Click to place a check in the box next to Skype, and then click "OK."

References

• Skype: Skype and Firewalls
• Microsoft: Allow a Program to Communicate through Windows Firewall