BRC - "Error: Port 445 is not open on host" error when replication job fails

Written By Tami Sutcliffe (Super Administrator)

Updated at August 31st, 2023

Problem: The user receives the following Port 445 error when a replication job fails to begin:

Error: Port 445 is not open on host xxx.xxx.x.xxx. Error occurred while setting up the task to run.

Cause: Port 445 is not open on the firewall where the target device is located.

Solution: The user will need to consult with the Network Administrator in order to open Port 445 on the Firewall.