Gateway GT5062b, Reference Manual

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CHAPTER 6 : Troubleshooting
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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 92 .
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.
Connecting to a Web site takes too long
Many factors can affect Internet performance:
•
The condition of the telephone lines in your residence
or at your local telephone service
•
The condition of the Internet computers to which you
connect and the number of users accessing those
computers
•
The complexity of graphics and multimedia on Web
pages
•
Having multiple Web browsers open, performing
multiple downloads, and having multiple programs
open on your computer
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
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