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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 notebook People are sending you e-mail messages, but you have not received any mail ■ Click the receive button in your e-mail program. ■ Make sure that your account with your Internet service provider (ISP) is set up correctly. Contact your ISP for technical support. Keyboard The external keyboard does not work ■ Make sure that the keyboard cable is plugged in correctly. ■ Remove all extension cables and switchboxes. ■ Clean the keyboard by using an aerosol can of air with a narrow, straw-like extension to remove dust and lint trapped under the keys. ■ Try a keyboard that you know works to make sure that the keyboard port works. www.gateway.com 91

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www.gateway.com
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 notebook
People are sending you e-mail messages, but you have not received
any mail
■
Click the receive button in your e-mail program.
■
Make sure that your account with your Internet service provider (ISP)
is set up correctly. Contact your ISP for technical support.
Keyboard
The external keyboard does not work
■
Make sure that the keyboard cable is plugged in correctly.
■
Remove all extension cables and switchboxes.
■
Clean the keyboard by using an aerosol can of air with a narrow,
straw-like extension to remove dust and lint trapped under the keys.
■
Try a keyboard that you know works to make sure that the keyboard
port works.