Gateway Personal Computer Personal Computer User Manual


 
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Troubleshooting
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
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 keyboard does not work
Make sure that the keyboard cable is plugged in correctly. For more information,
see the poster that came with your computer.
Remove all extension cables and switch boxes.
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.
Reinstall the keyboard device driver.
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.