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How to fix error http-408 in Windows 11
HTTP 408 Request Timeout: Server timed out waiting for the request.
Fix based on community reports and expert analysis. Last verified: 2026-08-12
· How we verify fixes
| Error Code | http-408 |
|---|---|
| Affected System | Windows 11 (Microsoft) |
| Difficulty | Medium |
| Estimated Time | 15 min |
| Requires Admin Rights | ⚠️ Yes |
| Requires Reboot | 🔄 Yes |
Solution Steps
- 1 Check your internet connection by opening a web browser and visiting a website. If it's slow or fails, restart your router and modem. Unplug them for 30 seconds and plug them back in. This often resolves temporary network issues.
- 2 Press Windows key + X and select 'Windows Terminal (Admin)'. Type 'ipconfig /flushdns' and press Enter. This clears the DNS cache, which can sometimes cause timeouts.
- 3 Type 'netsh int ip reset' and press Enter. This resets the TCP/IP stack, which can fix network connectivity issues.
- 4 Type 'netsh winsock reset' and press Enter. This resets the Winsock catalog, which can fix issues with network sockets.
- 5 Restart your computer and try the operation again (e.g., Windows Update).
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