Toshiba Satellite M50 (PSM53) - Manual (Page 158)

TOSHIBA M50 9-16
Troubleshooting
Modem
LAN
Problem Procedure
Communication
software can't initialize
the modem Make sure the computer's internal modem
settings are correct. Refer to Phone and Modem
Options Properties in the Control Panel.
You can hear a dial tone
but can't make a call If the call is going through a PBX machine, make
sure the communication application's tone dial
detection feature is disabled.
You place a call, but a
connection can't be
made Make sure the settings are correct in your
communications application.
After making a call you
can't hear a ring Make sure the tone or pulse selection in your
communications application is set correctly.
Communication is cut
off unexpectedly The computer will automatically cut off
communication when connection with the carrier
is not successful for a set time interval. Try
lengthening this time interval.
A CONNECT display is
quickly replaced by NO
CARRIER Check the error control setting in your
communications application.
Character display
becomes garbled
during a communication In data transmission, make sure the parity bit and
stop bit settings correspond with those of the
remote computer.
Check the flow control and communication
protocol.
You cannot receive an
incoming call Check the "rings before auto answer" setting in
your communications application.
If problems persist, contact your dealer.
Problem Procedure
Cannot access LAN or
the Wake up on LAN
feature does not work Check for a firm cable connection between the
LAN hub.
Make sure the AC adapter is connected. You
cannot access a LAN using the computer's
battery power.
If problems persist, consult your LAN
administrator.