[KB2317] Configure the ESET firewall to allow media streaming to Xbox or PlayStation (14.x

[KB2317] Configure the ESET firewall to allow media streaming to Xbox or PlayStation (14.x – 15.x)

You are experiencing an issue with media streaming (music, video, pictures, etc.) from your PC to an Xbox 360 or PlayStation 3 on your network
Check that UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) protocols are allowed by the ESET firewall

For a list of other devices that may be affected, see the Details section below.

Other devices that may be affected:

This article is part of a series of recommended steps to troubleshoot firewall issues. Click here to start with step 1.

Open the main program window of your ESET Windows product.
Press the F5 key on your keyboard to access Advanced setup.
Click Network Protection → Firewall and expand Advanced → Allowed Services.
Verify that the slider bar next to Allow UPNP for system services in the Trusted zone is selected. Click OK to confirm your changes and then close the main program window. Your media should now stream freely from your PC to your networked gaming console.

Last Updated: Aug 5, 2022