Time and again, when you try to work on your QuickBooks software peacefully, you might be interrupted by some sort of error. One such error series that we will be discussing in today’s segment is QuickBooks internet connection errors IC 67186429, 67186457, 67186445, and 6718407. These errors are basically Internet connection errors that are seen when the server is unable to connect. You might often face them while trying to download the QuickBooks update. These errors are considered to be a bit technical, due to which you might find them and fix them as soon as possible. You can fix these errors on your own by reading the article ahead till the end.

An alternative for the same can be to contact our accounting professionals at 1-800-761-1787. Do not think much in calling us at any point of time; we will be happy to help you.

Why these payroll connection errors occur?

While downloading a payroll update, you might receive the following errors:

  • IC 67186429
  • IC 67186457
  • IC 67186445
  • IC 6718407
  • 2079784187

These errors are typically internet connection error, which are usually seen due to damaged files, firewalls, or incorrect internet settings.

Expected outcome

The expected outcome of this can be that you will be successfully able to download the latest payroll updates:

Assumptions

We assume that you have an active QuickBooks desktop payroll subscription.

Details

It should be noted that rebooting the system has been known to Fix QuickBooks Payroll Internet Connection Errors. You should restart the system if you haven’t already tried this. In case the problem persists, then it is recommended to reconfigure the internet connection.

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Fixation procedures of Internet Connection Errors IC 67186429, 67186457, 67186445 and 6718407

Now that you are familiar with the error, here is what you need to do:

Step 1: First of all, verify that you QuickBooks desktop payroll subscription is set to active.

  • Restart the system and then open QuickBooks,
  • Go for employees and then opt for my payroll service.
  • Further, opt for account/billing information. And also, ensure the status of the payroll subscription is set to active,
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  • Heading forward, choose close. After this, QuickBooks will connect with the server,

Step 2: You are then required to verify that the service key is appropriate (Verify the service key),

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Step 3: Checking the system’s date and time is the next step,

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  • Under this process, you need to hit a right-click on the system clock placed on the desktop screen and then select the adjust date/time option,
  • You are then required to select the change date and time and also write the current date and time.
  • Hit a click on OK twice.
  • Moving ahead, you need to close and open the QuickBooks again.
  • To end the process, you need to run the update for QuickBooks Desktop again.

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Step 4: Now, you need to add Intuit’s URL as a trusted site in internet explorer.

  • For this, select tools, then the Internet option in internet explorer.
  • Choose the Security tab.
  • Go for the trusted sites icon.
  • You will then have to select the Sites tab.
  • Followed by, in the add this website to the zone box, you should enter *.intuit.com.
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  • Opt for server verification for all sites in this zone checkbox.
  • The last step is to choose close and then hit the OK button.

Step 5: After this, check the internet explorer settings.

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Note: You should verify and troubleshoot QuickBooks desktop and internet explorer settings.

Step 6: Setting up and configuring the QuickBooks firewall

You need to configure the firewall, antivirus program, or other third-party application (Configure the firewall in order to permit internet access to the following two QuickBooks files).

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  • C:\Program Files\Intuit\QuickBooks 200X\QBW32.exe
  • C:\Program Files\Intuit\QuickBooks 200X\qbupdate.exe

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Step 7: The last step is to perform a clean install of QuickBooks in selective startup mode.

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Wrapping up!

We wind up the article over here with the only hope that the steps above would help in resolving QuickBooks errors IC 67186429, 67186457, 67186445 and 6718407. But if by any chance the error troubles you, or you feel the need for technical assistance, then do not think much in calling us at our QuickBooks enterprise support number i.e. 1-800-761-1787. We will ensure to answer all your queries and resolve all the errors for you in no time.

FAQs related to QuickBooks Internet Connection Errors

What are some common QuickBooks internet connection errors?

Some common QuickBooks internet connection errors are:
QuickBooks Error 12002: This error occurs when QuickBooks is unable to connect to the internet to download updates or send requests to the server.

Error 12007: This error indicates a problem with QuickBooks internet connection settings or firewall configuration, preventing it from connecting to the server.

QuickBooks Error 12029: This error occurs when QuickBooks is unable to establish an internet connection or encounters network timeout issues while trying to access online features.

QuickBooks Error 12031: This error typically arises when QuickBooks is unable to connect to the internet due to misconfigured internet settings or issues with the computer’s SSL settings.

Can QuickBooks internet connection errors occur on both QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online?

Yes! These errors can be encountered in both QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online.

Are QuickBooks internet connection errors specific to certain versions of QuickBooks?

Internet connection errors can occur in all versions of QuickBooks, including QuickBooks Desktop (Pro, Premier, Enterprise) and QuickBooks Online.

Is the antivirus software responsible for the QuickBooks internet connection errors?

Yes! Antivirus software can block the connection between the server and QuickBooks. As such, users should add QuickBooks to the list of exceptions in both the Antivirus and the Firewall.

Are there any QuickBooks tools or utilities specifically designed to diagnose and resolve internet connection errors?

Intuit offers a holistic tool, namely the QuickBooks Connection Diagnostic Tool. This tool can fix a myriad of connection issues confronting the QuickBooks accounting program.

 

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