Solving Internet Access Problems - HP Z8 G4 Maintenance And Service Manual

A USB device, headphone, or microphone is not recognized by the computer.
Cause
The cable from the device to the computer does not work.
The device is not working.

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.
Unable to connect to the Internet.
Cause
Internet Service Provider (ISP) account is not set up properly.
Web browser is not set up properly.
Cable/DSL modem is not plugged in.
Cable/DSL service is not available or has been interrupted due to
bad weather.
The CAT5 UTP cable is disconnected.
IP address is not configured properly.
Cookies are corrupted. (A "cookie" is a small piece of information
that a Web server can store temporarily with the Web browser. This
is useful for having the browser remember some specific
information that the Web server can later retrieve.)
Cannot automatically launch Internet programs.
Cause
You must log on to your ISP before some programs will start.
Solution
1. If possible, replace the cable.
2. Restart the computer.
1. Replace the device.
2. Restart the computer.
Solution
Verify Internet settings or contact your ISP for assistance.
Verify that the Web browser is installed and set up to work with
your ISP.
Plug in cable/DSL modem. You should see a "power" LED light on
the front of the cable/DSL modem.
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.)
Connect the CAT5 UTP cable between the cable modem and
the computers's RJ-45 connector. (If the connection is good,
the "PC" LED light on the front of the cable/DSL modem will be on.)
Contact your ISP for the correct IP address.
1. Type control panel in the taskbar search box, and then
select Control Panel from the list of applications.
2. Click Internet Options.
3. In the Browsing history section, click the Delete button.
4. Select the Cookies and website data check box and click
the Delete button.
Solution
Log on to your ISP and launch the desired program.
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