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Internet, What should i do if my modem does not work – Sony VGN-FZ200 User Manual

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Troubleshooting

Internet

What should I do if my modem does not work?

❑ Make sure the telephone cable is securely plugged into the modem port on your computer and the wall jack.
❑ Make sure the telephone cable is working. Plug the cable into an ordinary telephone and listen for a dial tone.
❑ Make sure that the telephone number the program is dialing is correct.
❑ Make sure the software you are using is compatible with your computer's modem. (All preinstalled Sony programs are

compatible.)

❑ Make sure the modem is the only device connected to your telephone line.
❑ Follow these steps to check the settings:

1

Click Start and Control Panel.

2

Click Hardware and Sound.

3

Click Phone and Modem Options.

4

On the Modems tab, check that your modem is listed.

5

On the Dialing Rules tab, check the location information is correct.