40 Solving Problems
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If you have a hard drive problem

Network Problems
RUN SCANDISK
1In Windows XP click the Start button, and then click My Computer. In
Windows 2000 double-click the My Computer icon on the Windows desktop.
2Right-click on the drive letter (local disk) that you want to scan for errors, and
then click Propertie s.
3Click the Tools tab.
4Under Error-checking, click Check Now.
5Click Start.
CHECK FOR INTERRUPT REQUEST CONFLICTS —See page47.
CHECK THE NETWORK CABLE CONNECTOR —Ensure that the network
cable connector is firmly connected to the connector on the computer and the
network wall jack as shown on the START HERE sheet for your computer.
CHECK THE NETWORK LIGHTS ON THE BACK OF THE COMPUTER —A
green light indicates a 10-Mbps network connection, and an orange light
indicates a 100-Mbps network connection. The light blinks amber when there is
any network traffic. If the light is dark, try replacing the network cable.
RESTART THE COMPUTER —Try to log on to the network again.
CONTACT YOUR NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR —Verify that your network
settings are correct and that the network is functioning.
CHECK FOR INTERRUPT REQUEST CONFLICTS —See page47.