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Io.Netty.Channel.Abstractchannel [Minecraft]: Fix & Meaning
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Updated onNovember 2, 2023
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SomeMinecraft playershave posted on the game’s support forum about an io.netty channel error that arises when they try to connect with server. The io.nett error message states:
Failed to connect to server. io.netty.channel.AbstractChannel $AnnotatedConnectException: Connection timed out.
When that issue arises,Minecraftcan’t connect with the server.
Why am I getting io.netty.channel.abstractchannel$annotatedconnectexception no further information error? There are many reasons for issues in Minecraft, and if you want to learn more, we suggest reading ourcommon Minecraft errorsguide for further information.
Keep in mind that this is afatal Minecraft error, and it will cause your game to crash, so it’s important to know how to fix it properly.
In some cases, you’ll encounter aMinecraft error code 5, but this issue can be resolved by gaining administrative privileges.
How do I fix the Io.netty.channel.AbstractChannel error?
1. Reset Router
Resetting the router is a more straightforward resolution that might fix theio.netty channelerror for some players. You can do that by turning the router off and unplugging it. Then plug the router back in and turn it on after a few minutes.
Some users have also confirmed that factory resetting their routers fixed the issue for them. To factory reset a router, press and hold its reset button down for 10-30 seconds.
A paperclip will usually be required to press a router’s reset button. Note that resetting a router in that way also erases all custom settings for it.
2. Check the firewall’s app permissions
Turn off the Windows Defender Firewall
Edit server info before joining server
Those are some of the resolutions Minecraft players have confirmed fix theio.netty.channelerror. Some Minecraft players might also need to update their Java to resolve the issue. Check out ourdownload Java postfor further details on how to install Java.
If you come across theerror occurred during initialization of VM, read this guide to fix it quickly.
For any other questions or suggestions, you can access the comments section below and let us know about them.
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