Unexpected error while launching Selenium SE

Unexpected error while launching Selenium SE

I have come across a error while setting up selenium tests on server using Internet Explorer v8.

The test has been failing with following error:

Unexpected error launching Internet Explorer. Protected Mode must be set to the same value (enabled or disabled) for all zones. (NoSuchDriver)

This caused me to wonder, as I know that i have the driver otherwise it would not work on my local PC.
After research i have found the solution. The privacy settings has to be updated.

Solution:
Go to your internet explorer => Tools (IE9 click alt to display menu) => Internet Options

Select Tab Security and un-tick "Enable protected mode" in all tabs. As far I understand the process, this will enable web driver to send commands into the browser.

Internet Explorer

 
You might have to ask you administrator to do this for you.