i need help

disaster363 · 10-21-2008, 05:07 AM

i need help with my internet every time i go on firefox it tells me the network timed out but i can still sign in on msn.. it does the same with internet explorer.

a few days ago i had to use system restore because i couldn't log in to my user account. also my HD is corrupt... umm would that have anything to do with this?

plz help.. i mean if you can.

**tecknomage** · 10-21-2008, 11:28 AM

FIRST: Your big mistake is using System Restore. This is a very, very unreliable tool that should be used ONLY when everything else fails. AND it should NOT be used for virus problems. From your description your restore screwed your system up (typical).

What you should have tried...

Boot to your WinXP Setup CD
At the 1st window with the Repair option on the bottom Statusbar, do that to open the Repair Console
When you get to the Repair Console's Command Prompt enter CHKDSK C: /R (the R is not a typo)
Let CHKDSK do its thing, then reboot

Also, running CHKDSK from the desktop (via Start menu, Accessories, Command Prompt) by entering CHKDSK C: /F (the F is not a typo), occasionally. This should be part of your general system maintenance routine. Note that this will require a reboot to actually run.

You did not state HOW you connect the the internet (Dialup or Broadband). You need to check the settings for whatever hardware (via Device Manager) you use to connect, pay attention to the driver and check all tabs.

Also your connection Properties in Network Connections.

Open Internet Options, pay attention to the Connections tab AND check in the Advanced tab.

By the way, I have NEVER use System Restore since Windows came out.

TROY1170 · 10-22-2008, 08:11 AM

im also having the same problem.Im using a wireless adapter that finds the network fine but will not connect to the internet. This is the only computer in the house where this happens.

disaster363 · 10-22-2008, 02:15 PM

well i don't have a win xp setup disk as there was a fire in the room where we keep all the files a few years ago.. i did try the other things.. but nothing worked and chkdsk just freezes...

i'm more than a little stuck oh btw i have broandband. i'm getting a new computer anyway iv'e been putting it off for so long now.

btw TROY1170 good luck with your computer

10-21-2008, 05:07 AM	#1 (permalink)
disaster363 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 2 OS: xp	i need help i need help with my internet every time i go on firefox it tells me the network timed out but i can still sign in on msn.. it does the same with internet explorer. a few days ago i had to use system restore because i couldn't log in to my user account. also my HD is corrupt... umm would that have anything to do with this? plz help.. i mean if you can.

10-21-2008, 11:28 AM	#2 (permalink)
tecknomage TSF Enthusiast Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 928 OS: WinXP Pro SP3	Re: i need help FIRST: Your big mistake is using System Restore. This is a very, very unreliable tool that should be used ONLY when everything else fails. AND it should NOT be used for virus problems. From your description your restore screwed your system up (typical). What you should have tried... Boot to your WinXP Setup CD At the 1st window with the Repair option on the bottom Statusbar, do that to open the Repair Console When you get to the Repair Console's Command Prompt enter CHKDSK C: /R (the R is not a typo) Let CHKDSK do its thing, then reboot Also, running CHKDSK from the desktop (via Start menu, Accessories, Command Prompt) by entering CHKDSK C: /F (the F is not a typo), occasionally. This should be part of your general system maintenance routine. Note that this will require a reboot to actually run. You did not state HOW you connect the the internet (Dialup or Broadband). You need to check the settings for whatever hardware (via Device Manager) you use to connect, pay attention to the driver and check all tabs. Also your connection Properties in Network Connections. Open Internet Options, pay attention to the Connections tab AND check in the Advanced tab. By the way, I have NEVER use System Restore since Windows came out. __________________ Tecknomage Computer System Specialist IT Technician

10-22-2008, 08:11 AM	#3 (permalink)
TROY1170 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 1 OS: xp	Re: i need help im also having the same problem.Im using a wireless adapter that finds the network fine but will not connect to the internet. This is the only computer in the house where this happens.

10-22-2008, 02:15 PM	#4 (permalink)
disaster363 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 2 OS: xp	Re: i need help well i don't have a win xp setup disk as there was a fire in the room where we keep all the files a few years ago.. i did try the other things.. but nothing worked and chkdsk just freezes... i'm more than a little stuck oh btw i have broandband. i'm getting a new computer anyway iv'e been putting it off for so long now. btw TROY1170 good luck with your computer Last edited by disaster363; 10-22-2008 at 02:25 PM. Reason: typographical error