During the use of TeamViewer, users may encounter various errors and issues. Below are some common TeamViewer errors and how to fix them.
Fixing common TeamViewer errors
Compilation of Common TeamViewer Errors
1. TeamViewer Error: 5-Minute Limitation
The TeamViewer login time limit error of 5 minutes often comes with a message stating Access to the TeamViewer Server Has Been Denied. To fix the TeamViewer 5-minute limitation error, refer to the guide on How to Fix TeamViewer 5-Minute Limitation Error here.
2. Error: ID and Password Not Showing
Step 1:ExecuteStep 2:services.mscStep 3:RemoteCommanderRebootFinally, reopen RemoteCommander and check if the connection is restored.
4. Issue: Unable to Access Proxy Server
The error 'Unable to connect to the proxy server' is also one of the common TeamViewer errors. The causes of this error may be network connection issues and proxy protocol errors. To fix the error:
Step 1: Access the Start menu, type msconfig into it, and then press Enter.
Step 2: On the window displayed on the screen, click on the Boot tab and enable Safe Mode, then restart your system.
5. Error: Partner Failed to Connect to Router
This error occurs when the computer at the other end lacks network connectivity. However, in some cases, the error may occur even when the computer is connected to the network. There are various reasons for the error, such as installation issues, compatibility issues with the installed TeamViewer versions on both computers, and more.
To resolve the Teamviewer error: 'Partner did not connect to router error' on Windows computers, you can apply some troubleshooting methods below:
- Method 1: Restart the Network
Both parties (you and the user at the other end) restart the router and check if the TeamViewer error persists.
- Method 2: Grant Full Access Permissions to TeamViewer
Open TeamViewer, then click on Extras in the menu bar. Next, select Options and navigate to the left pane, find and select Advanced.
In the right panel, locate and click on Show advanced options.
In the Advanced settings for connection to this computer section, under Access Control, select Full Access from the menu.
Finally, click on OK to save the changes and check if the Partner did not connect to router error still occurs.
- Method 3: Clear DNS Configuration
The final solution to fix the Partner did not connect to router error is to clear the DNS configuration.
Open Command Prompt as Administrator, then execute each of the following commands to clear the DNS cache:
ipconfig/release
ipconfig/renew
ipconfig/flushdns
Note: If you're unsure how to open Command Prompt as Administrator, you can refer to the article on running CMD with Administrator privileges on Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10 on Mytour for instructions.
Once completed, close the Command Prompt window and check if the TeamViewer error persists.
6. Other TeamViewer Errors
6.1. TeamViewer Black Screen Error
This is not an error but rather due to the settings on the connected computer to display a black background. Learn how to fix the TeamViewer black screen error here
6.2. Error 'This site is running TeamViewer...'
The error of being unable to access any website while using TeamViewer software is not unfamiliar to many.
6.3. Unable to Upgrade to New Version of TeamViewer
When encountering this error, you will receive the message 'Verification of your TeamViewer version failed', the solution is to completely uninstall TeamViewer in Regedit and reinstall.
6.4. Access to the TeamViewer Server Has Been Denied Error
6.5. Protocol Negotiation Failed Error when Connecting on TeamViewer
6.6. Error 'Rollback framework could not be initialized' when installing TeamViewer
Above, Mytour has compiled common TeamViewer errors and their troubleshooting methods. Additionally, if you have any questions or need further assistance, readers can leave their comments below the article for feedback.
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