480 authentication required
Newshosting Support: 480 Authentication Required Error If you're seeing a "480 Authentication Required" error when trying to connect to Newshosting, it typically means that your newsreader hasn't successfully logged in. Here's how to resolve this issue. Common Causes of a 480 Error * Incorrect Username or Passwor…
10060 server not found
Newshosting Support: Error 10060 - Server Not Found If your newsreader displays a "10060 - Server Not Found" error when trying to connect, it usually means the connection to Newshosting's Usenet server timed out. This can happen for a few different reasons. Here's how to troubleshoot the issue. 1. Check Your Server…
Unlocking a Blocked Account
Steps to Unlock Account If your account is locked or blocked, follow these steps to get it unlocked: * Stop Trying to Reset Username or Password If you have been attempting unsuccessfully to log in or reset your username/password, stop trying to log in for roughly 15 minutes then try again. This this d…
10061 Connection Refused
Why Did I Receive a 10061 'Connection Refused' Error? A 10061 error means your connection to the Newshosting server was refused. This typically happens when the server is rejecting requests on a given port or is unreachable due to local or network-related interference. Here's how to investigate and resolve the issue…
Extracting Multi-Part RAR Archives
Extracting Multi-Part RAR Archives Possible Causes When extracting a multi-part RAR archive with WinRAR, you may encounter an issue where WinRAR prompts you to select the next part after each extracted part, instead of automatically extracting all parts. This behavior could be caused by the following reasons: * S…
What should my mail server setting be?
Newshosting Email Server Settings Setting up your email client with Newshosting requires configuring the correct incoming and outgoing server details. Use the settings below to connect successfully. Incoming Mail Server (POP3) * Server : mail.newshosting.com * Port : 110 (non-SSL) or 995 (SSL) * Authentication …
Why Am I Not Getting The Speeds I Am Expecting
Troubleshooting Slow Usenet Speeds: Causes and Solutions Experiencing slower-than-expected speeds on Usenet can stem from various factors, including network issues, hardware limitations, or software configurations. This guide outlines potential causes and solutions to help you achieve optimal performance. Und…
What can I do if port 119 (NNTP) is blocked on my network?
Alternative Ports for NNTP Access When Port 119 is Blocked If you're experiencing connectivity issues due to port 119 (NNTP) being blocked on your network, consider the following alternative ports for your newsreader configuration: * Port 23 : Commonly used for Telnet services, this port can serve as an alt…
502 Max Connections Reached
Resolving '502 Max Connections Reached' in Your Newsreader The '502 Max Connections Reached' error in your newsreader occurs when the software attempts to open more connections to the server than allowed by your Newshosting plan. If this happens, follow these steps to resolve the issue. 1. Pause Active Tasks and Wa…
502 Authentication Failed
Resolving 502 Authentication Failed Errors in Usenet Clients A "502 Authentication Failed" error indicates that your Usenet client cannot authenticate with the server due to incorrect credentials or related issues. To resolve this, consider the following steps: * Verify Username and Password : Ensure that y…
