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JSI Tip 7408. While logged on with administrator privileges, you cannot use the Internet Connection Wizard, without receiving a restricted message?

The subject behavior will occur if you have set local Group Policy, and did NOT filter out administrator accounts.

To fix this problem:

1. Start / Run / GPEdit.msc / OK.

2. Navigate through User Configuration / Administrative Templates / Windows Components / Internet Explorer.

3. Double-click Disable Internet Connection Wizard and set it to Disabled.

4. Press OK.

5. Expand Internet Control Panel.

6. Double-click Disable the Connections page and set it to Disabled.

7. Press OK.

8. You will need to restart your computer for these settings to become effective.



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