Solving problems, Network problems – Dell Studio 1537 (Late 2008) User Manual

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Network Problems

Wireless Connections

If the network connection is lost

— The wireless switch may be off. To turn on
the wireless switch, slide it from the rear to the
front of the computer until it clicks into place.

- Off

- On

— The wireless router is offline or wireless has
been disabled on the computer.

Check your wireless router to ensure it is

powered on and connected to your data
source (cable modem or network hub).

Re-establish your connection to the

wireless router:

Save and close any open files, and exit

a.

any open programs.

Click

b.

Start

Connect To.

Follow the instructions on the screen

c.

to complete the setup.

Wired Connections

If the network connection is lost — The cable
is loose or damaged.

Check the cable to ensure it is plugged in

and not damaged.

The link integrity light on the integrated network
connector lets you verify that your connection is
working and provides information on the status:

Green — A good connection exists between

a 10-Mbps network and the computer.

Orange — A good connection exists between

a 100-Mbps network and the computer.

Solving Problems

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