Gateway GT5220 8511050 - Gateway Computer User Guide - Page 72
Internet, Connecting to a Web site takes too long - desktop pc
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Chapter 6: Troubleshooting You see a "Non-system disk" or "disk error" error message ■ Eject the diskette from the diskette drive, then press ENTER. Internet See also "Modem (dial-up)" on page 68. 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 "Desktop PC Back" on page 12 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 "Desktop PC Back" on page 12 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 68. Help and Support For more information about troubleshooting Internet connections, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword troubleshooting connections in the Search box , then click the arrow. 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: 66 www.gateway.com