Network problems – Dell Inspiron Mini 10 (1012, Late 2009) User Manual

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Solving Problems

Network Problems

Wireless Connections

If the wireless network connection is lost —
The wireless router is offline or wireless has

been disabled on the computer.

Ensure that wireless is enabled (see “Enable

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or Disable Wireless” on page 12).
Check your wireless router to ensure it is

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powered on and connected to your data

source (cable modem or network hub).
Interference may be blocking or interrupting

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your wireless connection. Try moving the

computer closer to your wireless router.
Re-establish your connection to the

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wireless router (see “Setting Up a Wireless

Connection” on page 14).

Wired Connections

If the network connection is lost — The cable

is loose or damaged.

Check the cable to ensure it is plugged in

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and not damaged.
The link integrity light on the integrated

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network connector lets you verify that

your connection is working and provides

information on the status:

Green — A good connection exists

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between a 10-Mbps network and the

computer.

Amber — A good connection exists

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between a 100-Mbps network and the

computer.

Off — The computer is not detecting

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a physical connection to the network.

For assistance, contact your network

administrator or ISP.

NOTE: The link integrity light on the network

connector is only for the wired cable

connection. The link integrity light does not

provide status for wireless connections.

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