Tried to connect to the server and then it timed out after having a black screen with "downloading data" or such. So I clicked the "shut down" button.
I then got returned to the main menu and I hit the character select button again and now I am looking at a character that isn't mine.

In boot.exe window I can see the following, as well:
Failed to locate main hairpin hack address!
Sending account id..
Sending account id..
Receiving character list..
Sending key..

- Of course I did not try and enter the game, since it's not my character.

Just thought I'd report it.

Edit:
Got timed out again with the FFXI-3001 error but at least it's my own character again when I try to log in though.
Still geting timed out while "downloading data" though.

It’s ok even if you selected that character you would be timed out.

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Everytime you see this, you might as well close the window and try again. Even if you log in correctly on your character you won't be able to zone anywhere.

If you're still having trouble logging in (as your own character), try the "Unstuck" button in the "Maintenance" tab of your characters account. A few zones (such as Windy Woods, Qufim) are currently down and can't be traveled into.

Thanks!

My problem has been resolved though.