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CHAPTER 6: Troubleshooting
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Internet
See also “Modem (dial-up)” on page 85 .
You cannot connect to the Internet
•
If you are using a dial-up modem, make sure that the
modem cable is plugged into the modem jack and not
the Ethernet network jack. See your setup poster to
make sure that the connections have been made
correctly.
- OR -
If you are using a cable or DSL modem, make sure that
the modem cable is plugged into the Ethernet network
jack and not the modem jack. See your setup poster to
make sure that the connections have been made
correctly.
•
Make sure that your account with your Internet service
provider (ISP) is set up correctly. Contact your ISP
technical support for help.
•
Make sure that you do not have a problem with your
modem. For more information,
“Modem (dial-up)” on
page 85 .
You see an “Unable to locate host” message and are unable
to browse the Internet
•
This problem can occur when you have typed a URL (Web
address) incorrectly, you have lost your Internet
connection, or your ISP is having technical difficulties.
Double-check the URL or try a different URL. If the error
message still appears, disconnect from the ISP
connection and close your browser, then reconnect and
open the browser. If you still get the error, your ISP may
be having technical difficulties.
Help
For more information about troubleshooting Internet
connections, click Start , then click Help and Support . Type the phrase
troubleshooting connections
in the Search Help box, then press
E
NTER
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