Unable to connect to origin

I also have the same issue..

I've not changed my e-mail address ever since joining origin

I've tried on a fresh windows installation and only installed the Sims Base Pack (Manually patched to version 1.47.6.02) and installed origin direct form the EA website to get the newest version (And I've checked that my Sims sign on details are linked)

Also as I did this on a fresh install of Windows 8 I had none of the "Conflicting Software" listed on the FAQ section e.g. antivirus software etc....

Any ideas anyone???