Server Errors

[ppan]

Any clue why I get these errors:

[02:54:17] ERROR Server:v_news.newshosting.com Socket error: Socket - Read From Server FailedDNS - Unable to Find Server's AddressDNS - Unable to Find ServiceDNS - Unable to Find Peer Address
[02:54:24] ERROR Server:v_news.newshosting.com Socket error: Socket - Read From Server FailedDNS - Unable to Find Server's AddressDNS - Unable to Find ServiceDNS - Unable to Find Peer Address
[02:54:33] ERROR Server:v_news.newshosting.com Socket error: Socket - Read From Server FailedDNS - Unable to Find Server's AddressDNS - Unable to Find ServiceDNS - Unable to Find Peer Address
[02:54:38] ERROR NEWS SERVER ERROR: Error talking to Server in initial connection : Error: WSASend Socket Error Code: 10058 A request to send or receive data was disallowed because the socket had already been shut down in that direction with a previous shutdown call.

[02:54:45] ERROR NEWS SERVER ERROR: Error talking to Server in initial connection : Error: WSASend Socket Error Code: 10058 A request to send or receive data was disallowed because the socket had already been shut down in that direction with a previous shutdown call.

[02:54:54] ERROR NEWS SERVER ERROR: Error talking to Server in initial connection : Error: WSASend Socket Error Code: 10058 A request to send or receive data was disallowed because the socket had already been shut down in that direction with a previous shutdown call.

[02:55:32] ERROR Server:v_news.newshosting.com Socket error: Socket - Read From Server FailedDNS - Unable to Find Server's AddressDNS - Unable to Find ServiceDNS - Unable to Find Peer Address
[02:55:52] ERROR NEWS SERVER ERROR: Error talking to Server in initial connection : Error: WSASend Socket Error Code: 10058 A request to send or receive data was disallowed because the socket had already been shut down in that direction with a previous shutdown call.

[02:56:45] ERROR Server:v_news.newshosting.com Socket error: Socket - Read From Server FailedDNS - Unable to Find Server's AddressDNS - Unable to Find ServiceDNS - Unable to Find Peer Address
[02:56:47] ERROR Server:v_news.newshosting.com Socket error: Socket - Read From Server FailedDNS - Unable to Find Server's AddressDNS - Unable to Find ServiceDNS - Unable to Find Peer Address

[maupassant]

I got these too yesterday and today. Are you with NewsDemon ?

[ppan]

Nope. Newshosting.
Here is what they had to say about it (not tried yet):

This error is generated due to an internal issue on your local network. The software attempting to initiate a connection to the server decided to abort further attempts because there is essentially a backlog (traffic jam) of information trying to leave your computer.
This can be caused by stuck or hung processes that are/were still trying to communicate with the outside world. There are many possible reasons for this since the hang-up can be anywhere in your home including your Modem, Router or Computer.
The recommended troubleshooting for this is to do the following in this order, moving on to the next suggestion up until things start working again:
• Verify that you have working internet connectivity
• Close your newsreader for 2 minutes and attempt to reconnect
• Temporarily disable ALL firewalls and attempt to reconnect
• Reboot your computer and attempt to reconnect
• Shut down your newsreader, power-cycle your Router, and then attempt to connect again.
• Shut down your newsreader, power-cycle your Modem, and attempt to connect again.
You can also try the following:
1. Run the Command prompt as administrator by right-clicking on it to get that option (Start > All Programs > Accessories > Command Prompt)
2. Type in the following, and then hit enter:
netsh int ip reset
3. You should get back something that says “Resetting Global, OK! Resetting Interface, OK! Restart the computer to complete this action.”
4. Close the black command prompt window and restart the computer.
This will reset all your IP settings and should allow you to connect.

[Quade]

This error is generated due to an internal issue on your local network. The software attempting to initiate a connection to the server decided to abort further attempts because there is essentially a backlog (traffic jam) of information trying to leave your computer.

The DNS error happens because Newsbin asks windows to translate the server name to the actual address and windows says "Can't do it". Now the DNS error might be a problem on your local network. In fact it's that or your DNS server but that has nothing to do with giving up on trying to make a connection. When the DNS fails, there is no attempt to connect to the server because it can't find the server's address. No DNS = no connection attempt. It's like trying to make a phone call but not knowing the number.

[ppan]

This error is generated due to an internal issue on your local network. The software attempting to initiate a connection to the server decided to abort further attempts because there is essentially a backlog (traffic jam) of information trying to leave your computer.

The DNS error happens because Newsbin asks windows to translate the server name to the actual address and windows says "Can't do it". Now the DNS error might be a problem on your local network. In fact it's that or your DNS server but that has nothing to do with giving up on trying to make a connection. When the DNS fails, there is no attempt to connect to the server because it can't find the server's address. No DNS = no connection attempt. It's like trying to make a phone call but not knowing the number.

OK. Maybe better to use the server IP address instead in this case.

[Quade]

OK. Maybe better to use the server IP address instead in this case.

If they only have one server. Some servers use a server farm and have multiple IP's behind the same address.

[ppan]

OK. Maybe better to use the server IP address instead in this case.

If they only have one server. Some servers use a server farm and have multiple IP's behind the same address.

When I ping the server, news.newshosting.com, I always get the same IP back: 69.16.179.28
I assume that means that there is only 1 server?

[Quade]

C:\Users\Quade>nslookup
Default Server: pfSense.localdomain
Address: 192.168.20.1

> set q=any
> news.newshosting.com
Server: pfSense.localdomain
Address: 192.168.20.1

Non-authoritative answer:
news.newshosting.com canonical name = usa.na.news.geo.newshosting.com
> news.newshosting.com
Server: pfSense.localdomain
Address: 192.168.20.1

Non-authoritative answer:
news.newshosting.com canonical name = usa.na.news.geo.newshosting.com
> usa.na.news.geo.newshosting.com
Server: pfSense.localdomain
Address: 192.168.20.1

Non-authoritative answer:
usa.na.news.geo.newshosting.com canonical name = news.iad.newshosting.com
> news.iad.newshosting.com
Server: pfSense.localdomain
Address: 192.168.20.1

Non-authoritative answer:
news.iad.newshosting.com internet address = 69.16.179.29
news.iad.newshosting.com internet address = 69.16.179.28
>

[tl]

Non-authoritative answer:
news.newshosting.com canonical name = usa.na.news.geo.newshosting.com

The "geo" there means it's very likely it's using some kind of geo-location system to try to find the closest server. It's also very likely that it'll use that to make sure people always hits a working server. IE it'll drop the IPs for any non-working servers from the list and if all local servers are offline it'll send you to a server group further out. I should also point out that the actual IP address will tend to change over time as the provider upgrade their hardware.

So, you CAN look up the IP address and use that but it'll very likely hurt you badly sooner or later.

Using the name is the only way to get the full service, anything else means you're more likely to hit various issues. If you can't trust your ISP's DNS servers, either set up one yourself (not an option for many) or use either Google DNS or OpenDNS.

[ppan]

Using the name is the only way to get the full service, anything else means you're more likely to hit various issues. If you can't trust your ISP's DNS servers, either set up one yourself (not an option for many) or use either Google DNS or OpenDNS.

Actually, I need to know the server IP address for another issue; I am using a VPN but the speed maxes out at about 35 Mbps ( ).
I am therefore bypassing the VPN by adding the newshosting server IP to the routing table. I do not think that it is possible to add the server name instead.

[Quade]

You can use a netmask and add the entire Newshosting net range to the route too.

[BernatWheeler]

Actually, I need to know the server IP address for another issue; I am using a VPN but the speed maxes out at about 35 Mbps ( Image link not allowed for unregistered users ).
I am therefore bypassing the VPN by adding the newshosting server IP to the routing table. I do not think that it is possible to add the server name instead.

I've come across this issue with it constantly "phoning" but not knowing the number along with the elongated DNS issues. What made you decide to bypass the VPN? I've been using ExpressVPN for the last year and a bit, and not had any issues using it. Although you will want to configure it's back-end as some of the security options set as default are not ideal. Speeds tend to be close to your base ISP limit's though especially if you pick a server the is close geographically to where you are based.

[maupassant]

Ppan, were you able to fix this issue at your end ? I have tried everything your news provider suggested, without any effect. Even changing my DNS servers did not fix the problem. I'm now waiting for a response from Newsdemon.

[Quade]

How often does it happen?

If it's preventing download altogether, typically it's the security software on your PC blocking Newsbin from talking to the internet.

If it's just happening occasionally it might simply be that the DNS request is timing out because all of the net bandwidth is being used for downloading.

[jameslkight69]

Having the same issues with connecting to the server. Current using news.giganews.com.

I have no issues using Mimo, but with Newsbin Pro I cannot even connect to get groups (Newsbin is my preferred reader).

Made sure all security software was disabled and confirmed that Firewall was allowing the software through.

Tried the TELNET cmd test and it failed. Ideas? Using Windows 10

[re838uk]

Error: WSASend Socket Error Code: 10058 A request to send or receive data was disallowed because the socket had already been shut down in that direction with a previous shutdown call.

Was getting this in the latest RC after using for a while without issue. Had to revert to an earlier version before it started moving again.

[Quade]

I still think it's probably security software related.

The current RC has been pretty much trouble-free so far. To the point where I think it's time for a full on release.