Compaq C360, C240, C180, C200, C160 manual Problems with the 802.3 Network

		Solving Problems
		Common Problems and Solutions
	Problems with the 802.3 Network
	Table 11 describes possible problems you may encounter with the 802.3 net-
	work and offers solutions.
Table 11	Problems with the 802.3 Network
	Problem	Solution
	Cannot reach other sys-	Check the network connector on the back of the system unit.
	tems on the network.	Make sure that the network cable or transceiver is fastened
	Applications that rely on	securely to the connector.
	the network will not run.
	Network Auto-Negotia-	The following can cause Auto-Negotiation failure:
	tion fails. Systems can-	• Non-Category 5 cabling. Cabling must be installed by
	not connect or establish
		certified installers.
	link.
		• Improper cable termination.
		• Maximum cable lengths exceeded.
		• Incompatibility/Interoperability problems between LAN
		devices.
		Check the cabling and interfaces for proper installation and
		operation. If you know the speed/duplex settings for the
		connection device, you can also manually set the worksta-
		tion LAN interface setting using the Boot Console Iterface,
		see “Configure and Display LAN Settings” on page 204.
		When the workstation fails to establish a link using the
		LAN-TP(RJ45) connector, the workstation automatically
		switches from the LAN-TP(RJ45) connector to the AUI
		connector. You can manually set the LAN interface to the
		AUI connector using the Boot Console Interface, see “Con-
		figure and Display LAN Settings” on page 204.
	If problem persists, contact your system administrator or call your designated service
	representative.

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