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Download MSN Messenger 4.6 (retronbyte Edition)

Download our patched MSN Messenger to chat on our community network. This version works with Windows 95, 98, Me, 2000, and XP — it's already configured to connect to our servers.



MSN Messenger v4.6
Filename: msn4.6.zip | Size: 1.4 MB | Platform: Windows 9x/NT/2000/XP

This version is completely compatible to work with our chat network instead of Microsoft's original servers.
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Installation & Connection Instructions

Step 1: Create Your Account
Before you download or install anything, create your account at the Registration Center. You'll use your @retronbyte.com email address to sign in to Messenger.
Step 2: Install the Software
Download msn4.6.zip and extract the contents to a folder of your choice, then proceed to install mmssetup. If you already have Windows Messenger running, close it first by right-clicking the icon in your system tray and choosing "Exit".
Step 3: Run the Registry Patch
To ensure Messenger correctly connects to our servers, please follow these steps:
  • Run our registry patch msn_server. Please click "Yes" if promted to do so.
  • This will allow MSN Messenger to find our custom server.
  • Now you can launch MSN Messenger, log in with your newly created details and begin chatting!

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