Troubleshooting Guide
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Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics
Solving Internet Access Problems
If you encounter Internet access problems, consult your Internet 
Service Provider (ISP) or refer to the common causes and solutions 
listed in the following table.
A USB device, headphone, 
or microphone is not 
recognized by the 
computer. (continued)
The cable from the 
device to the computer 
does not work.
1. If possible, replace the cable.
2. Restart the computer.
The device is not 
working.
1. Replace the device.
2. Restart the computer.
Solving Front Panel Component Problems (Continued)
Problem Cause Solution
Solving Internet Access Problems 
Problem Cause Solution
Unable to connect to the 
Internet.
Internet Service Provider 
(ISP) account is not set 
up properly.
Verify Internet settings or contact 
your ISP for assistance.
Modem is not set up 
properly.
Reconnect the modem. Verify the 
connections are correct using the 
quick setup documentation.
Web browser is not set 
up properly.
Verify that the Web browser is 
installed and set up to work with 
your ISP.
Cable/DSL modem is 
not plugged in.
Plug in cable/DSL modem. You 
should see a “power” LED light on 
the front of the cable/DSL modem.
Cable/DSL service is 
not available or has 
been interrupted due to 
bad weather.
Try connecting to the Internet at a 
later time or contact your ISP. (If the 
cable/DSL service is connected, the 
“cable” LED light on the front of the 
cable/DSL modem will be on.)










