[EU] All Worlds Login Difficulties (Jul. 19)

[NOC_EU]

We are currently experiencing technical difficulties wherein players are unable to log in to FINAL FANTASY XI.
The issue is currently being addressed, so we ask for your patience while we handle this in a timely fashion.

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

[Date & Time]
Jul. 19, 2014 from around 15:23 (GMT)

[Details]
Unable to log in to FINAL FANTASY XI

[Cause]
Under investigation

* Edited on Jul. 19, 2014 at 16:40 (GMT)
As part of our recovery operations, we have temporarily removed the "PLAY" button from the launcher.

[NOC_EU]

During the following time, players were unable to log in to FINAL FANTASY XI. Additionally, the search function and auction house may not have worked properly.

We are pleased to announce that the issues have been resolved. We apologise for any inconvenience this may have caused.

[Date & Time]
Jul. 19, 2014 from 15:23 to 20:00 (GMT)

[Details]
- Unable to log into FINAL FANTASY XI
- May be unable to use the search function and auction house

[Cause]
Server equipment issues

* The issue was originally reported as only a login difficulty, but it was later discovered that the search function and auction house also experienced difficulties.