Connecting to a web site takes too long, Keyboard, The keyboard does not work – eMachines EL1200 Series User Manual
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Chapter 3: Troubleshooting
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Connecting to a Web site takes too long
Many factors can affect Internet performance:
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The condition of the telephone lines in your
residence or at your local telephone service
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The condition of the Internet computers to which
you connect and the number of users accessing
those computers
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The complexity of graphics and multimedia on
Web pages
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Having multiple Web browsers open, performing
multiple downloads, and having multiple
programs open on your computer
People are sending you e-mail messages, but
you have not received any mail
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Click the receive button in your e-mail program.
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Make sure that your account with your Internet
service provider (ISP) is set up correctly. Contact
your ISP for technical support.
Keyboard
The keyboard does not work
•
Make sure that the keyboard cable is plugged in
correctly. For more information, see the poster
that came with your computer.
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Remove all extension cables and switch boxes.
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Clean the keyboard by using an aerosol can of air
with a narrow, straw-like extension to remove
dust and lint trapped under the keys.
•
Try a keyboard that you know works to make
sure that the keyboard port works.
•
Reinstall the keyboard device driver.
A keyboard character keeps repeating or you
see a “keyboard stuck” or “key failure” error
message
•
Make sure that nothing is resting on the
keyboard.
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Make sure that a key is not stuck. Press each key
to loosen a key that might be stuck, then restart
your computer.