How do I fix the RPC server is unavailable 0x800706BA?
Resolution: Work on your firewall policies to make sure RPC is not being blocked. Many firewalls (Watchguard) will block RPC and SMB/NetBios (NetScreen) even when you have ‘any-any’ rules in place. In the case of WatchGuard you must specifically create a rule/policy to explicitly allow the RPC ports.
How do I know if my RPC server is available?
Method 1: Making Sure that the RPC Services are Properly Functioning
- On your keyboard, press Windows Key +R.
- When you see the Run dialog box, type “services.
- Look for the items named DCOM Server Process Launcher, Remote Procedure Call (RPC), and RPC Endpoint Mapper.
Is RPC enabled by default?
The RPC service is built into Windows operating systems and enabled by default.
What to do if RPC server is not available?
Press Windows key + R on your keyboard to open RUN dialog box. At RUN dialog box, type “msconfig” and press Enter or OK to open System Configuration. Click General tab. Click Apply to apply changes made. Click OK to exit. Check if RPC server is not available on Windows still occurs.
What does the RPC server do on your computer?
The RPC server uses ports on your computer to “listen” and “talk”, and it is the server that does the actual enabling communication between services, whether they are networked or local.
Where to find Remote Procedure Call ( RPC ) server?
Press Windows key + R on your keyboard to open RUN dialog box. At RUN dialog box, type “services.msc” and press Enter or click OK to open Services. On Services window, locate ‘Remote Procedure Call (RPC)’.
What is the static port for RPC server?
RPC uses dynamic ports for communication between computers, but a static port (TCP port 135) must also be used as a starting point for communication. The RPC endpoint mapper listens on this static port.