50 Solving Problems
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Network Problems
CHECK THE MOUSE CABLE
• Check the cable connector for bent or broken pins and for damaged or frayed
cables. Straighten bent pins.
• Ensure that the cable is firmly connected to the computer.
TEST THE MOUSE Connect a properly working mouse to the computer, and
try using the mouse. If the new mouse works, the original mouse was faulty.
CHECK THE MOUSE SETTINGS
1Click the Start button, click Control Panel, and then click Printers and Other
Hardware.
2Click Mouse.
3Try adjusting the settings.
REINSTALL THE MOUSE DRIVER See page 66.
CHECK FOR INTERRUPT REQUEST CONFLICTS See page70.
CHECK THE NETWORK CABLE CONNECTOR Ensure that the network
cable is connected as shown on page27.
CHECK THE NETWORK LIGHTS ON THE BACK OF THE COMPUTER
No light indicates that no network communication exists. Replace the network
cable.
network activity lightconnection speed light