Solving Network Problems - HP Compaq Pro 4300 Maintenance And Service Manual

Solving Network Problems

Some common causes and solutions for network problems are listed in the following table. These
guidelines do not discuss the process of debugging the network cabling.
Table C-11 Solving Network Problems
Wake-on-LAN feature is not functioning.
Cause
S5 Maximum Power Saving feature is enabled.
Wake-on-LAN is not enabled.
Solution
Disable the S5 Maximum Power Saving option in Computer
Setup. Select Power > Hardware Power Management > S5
Maximum Power Saving.
To enable Wake-on-LAN in Windows XP:
1. Select Start > Control Panel.
2. Double-click Network Connections.
3. Double-click Local Area Connection.
4. Click Properties.
5. Click Configure.
6. Click the Power Management tab, then select the
check box to Allow this device to bring the computer
out of standby.
To enable Wake-on-LAN in Windows Vista:
1. Select Start > Control Panel.
2. Under Network and Internet, select View network
status and tasks.
3. In the Tasks list, select Manage network connections.
4. Double-click Local Area Connection.
5. Click the Properties button.
6. Click the Configure button.
7. Click the Power Management tab, then select the
check box to Allow this device to wake the computer.
To enable Wake-on-LAN in Windows 7:
1. Select Start > Control Panel.
2. Under Network and Sharing Center, click Change
adapter settings.
3. Right-click the network connection you want to enable
WOL on and click Properties.
4. Click Configure.
5. Select Allow this device to wake the computer.
6. Click OK.
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