Failure to Connect to a Server Using Its Host Name or FQDN

If a server cannot be connected to by using its host name or FQDN, and does not respond to a ping test, try the following steps:

Same as in "Failure to Connect to a Server Using Its IP Address" (page 451).

Action

Check if a network connection is possible by trying the same solution for "Failure to Connect to a Server Using Its IP Address" (page 451).

The scanner's DNS server or WINS server settings are invalid.

Action

Check that the DNS and WINS server settings are correct.

The DNS server or WINS server is not functioning normally, or there is an error with the DNS or WINS server network connection.

Action

Ping the DNS and WINS servers to check they are functioning normally.

If the DNS or WINS server is not functioning, request the network administrator to check its status.

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