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safari can't connect to the server.

Why can't Safari not connect to the server?


MacBook Air 13″, macOS 11.4

Posted on Aug 22, 2021 6:42 PM

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Posted on Aug 23, 2021 4:21 AM

Go step by step and test.


1. Restart the router.


2. Deselect Proxies, if selected.

   System Preference > Network > Advanced  > Proxies Tab

   Unlock the lock if you have to.

   Under "Select  a protocol…”, uncheck any box if check-marked.

   Click "OK” then  "Apply”.

    


    https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/if-you-cant-open-a-website-ibrw1071/mac


3. Uninstall any Profile you have not installed knowingly.

    Section: Remove a configuration profile from your Mac

    Profiles: https://support.apple.com/guide/mac-help/configuration-profiles-standardize-settings-mh35561/mac


4. Disable/uninstall any anti-virus software or web monitoring software if installed.

5. Disable VPN and test, if installed.


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Aug 23, 2021 4:21 AM in response to jasamy2

Go step by step and test.


1. Restart the router.


2. Deselect Proxies, if selected.

   System Preference > Network > Advanced  > Proxies Tab

   Unlock the lock if you have to.

   Under "Select  a protocol…”, uncheck any box if check-marked.

   Click "OK” then  "Apply”.

    


    https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/if-you-cant-open-a-website-ibrw1071/mac


3. Uninstall any Profile you have not installed knowingly.

    Section: Remove a configuration profile from your Mac

    Profiles: https://support.apple.com/guide/mac-help/configuration-profiles-standardize-settings-mh35561/mac


4. Disable/uninstall any anti-virus software or web monitoring software if installed.

5. Disable VPN and test, if installed.


safari can't connect to the server.

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