Error in Firewall Port setting for Dreamweaver 4

Issue

In Dreamweaver 4, the Firewall Port setting in Preferences can allow or prevent a connection although the Use Firewall (in Preferences) option is not checked in the Site Definition dialog box.

Reason

This is an error in version 4 of Dreamweaver.

Solution

Set the Firewall Port value properly in Preferences, even if you have not selected the Use Firewall (in Preferences) option in the Site Definition dialog box, as follows:

Additional Information

For more details on FTP, firewalls, and connection problems, consult:

• Setting up Dreamweaver's FTP connection (Technote 14787)
• Troubleshooting FTP issues (Technote 14834)
• What is Passive FTP? (TechNote 15220)