IIS Shows 404.17 Error When Connecting to the Administrator Console

This error can be resolved in two steps. First, re-register .NET framework into IIS. Then, change two ASP.Net restrictions from “Not allowed” to “Allow”.

To re-register .NET into IIS:

1.

Open a command prompt with administrator privileges.

2.

Type the command:

c:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v4.0.30319\aspnet_regiis.exe -i

Note:The Framework version number may be different on your environment. Check the folder name to verify your version number, and modify the command accordingly.

To change the ASP.net restrictions:

1.

Open IIS Manager

2.

Click the Server node, then double-click “ISAPI and CGI Restrictions”

3.

Find the two ASP.Net v4.0 items and change the restriction from “Not allowed” to “Allowed”