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December 31st, 2003 17:00
a network cable error message
I am trying to connect Optimum on line to my new Dell Computer. I have an error message on the bottom task bar that states"local area connection - A network cable is unplugged". This has been on the computer since I bought it but now I am unable to connect my opt. on line. Would anyone know if this is a Dell problem or my cable problem?
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December 31st, 2003 21:00
Here's a pretty comprehensive list of why one would get the "network cable unplugged" message (taken from the Microsoft.Public.WindowsXP.network_web newsgroup:
1. The network cable really is unplugged.
2. The network cable is defective.
3. It's plugged in, but there's nothing connected to the other end.
4. It's plugged in and connected on both ends, but the device on the other end isn't turned on.
5. The cable is the wrong type. Connecting two computers directly, without a hub, switch, or router, requires a crossover cable. A regular cable won't work.
6. The cable is connected to the uplink port on a hub, switch, or router, instead of a regular port.
7. Some hubs, switches, and routers disable the port next to the uplink port when the uplink port is in use.
8. The network card driver program isn't working right. Download and install the latest XP-compatible driver from the manufacturer's web site.
9. The network card is configured to automatically sense speed and duplex settings but isn't doing it correctly. Set those options manually, as shown here: http://www.practicallynetworked.com/sharing/troubleshoot/networkcard.htm
Steve