Problem with windows live messenger

[Richardw9]

When i try to sign into windows live it brings up an error message:

Signing in to windows live messenger failed because the service is currently unavailable

Error code 800401f3

 

[Bobbye]

"How to Fix Windows Live Messenger Error code 800401f3"

http://www.instant-registry-fixes.org/how-to-windows-live-messenger-error-code-800401f3/

Gives several causes followed by the resolution of each.