LESSON 5 Common Errors in Computer Networks (1)
LESSON 5 Common Errors in Computer Networks (1)
Computer Networks
By ROLAND SEAN R. LAURE
• Objectives:
1. Cable Problem:
The cable which is used to connect two devices can get faulty, shortened, or can
be physically damaged
2. Connectivity Problem:
The port or interface on which the device is connected or configured can be
physically down or faulty, due to which the source host will not be able to
communicate with the destination host
3. Configuration Issue:
Due to a wrong configuration, looping the IP, routing problem, and other
configuration issues, network fault may arise, and the services will get affected.
Common Errors in Computer
Networks
4. traffic overload:
If the link is over-utilized, then the capacity or traffic on a device is more than the
carrying capacity of it, and due to overload condition, the device will start behaving
abnormally.
5. Network IP issue:
Due to improper configuration of IP addresses and subnet mask and routing IP to
the next hop, the source will not reach the destination IP through the network.
Error #1: Network Cable is unplugged/Disabled
Ethernet Network Adapter
Sharing problems are among the most difficult network problems to solve due to
the number of components that need to be appropriately configured. Most
commonly, sharing problems arise due to conflicts between mixed security
environments.
We can cure sharing problems most efficiently by drilling down through the
possibilities in this order:
1. Ensure that the required services are running. The server, TCP/IP NetBIOS Helper,
workstation, and computer browser services need to be running on Windows
systems.
Error #3: Unable to connect to a Local
file or Shared Printer
3. Ensure that all workstations are on the same subnet. This problem typically only appears on
complex networks; however, even simple networks sometimes have static-IP equipment with
an improperly configured subnet.
4. All Windows network adapters will need file and printer sharing for Microsoft Networks,
Client for Microsoft Networks, and NetBIOS over TCP/IP enabled.
Error #3: Unable to connect to a Local
file or Shared Printer
5. Once the above checks have passed, it is finally time to check the
culprit, permissions. There are multiple layers of access required, each with
its interface within the OS. Check for:
Connection issues are some of the most annoying, frustrating network issues of all. These
issues can result from all types of glitches and issues within the computer and the network
itself. So, if your computer has handed you a lovely "Limited or no connectivity" error message,
here's what you can do to fix it:
Solution:
Step 1: Restart your computer. A quick reboot can often be a life-saver. If you’ve
already tried this or restarting the computer didn’t fix anything, proceed to Step 2.
Step 2: Restart your router or modem. DO NOT reset the router or modem or
restore its settings to factory default. Turn the router or modem off and back on. If
this doesn't work or only works for a moment, keep going to
Error #4: No Connectivity
Step 3: If you are connected to your network via Ethernet cable, unplug the
cable and reattach it. If needed, replace your network cable with a new or
different cable to see if this was the cause of the issue.
Step 4: If you're connected via Wi-Fi when you see this error, it is a possibility
that the network adapter is attempting to conserve power. Stop this by finding
the Network and Sharing Center in the Control Panel. Right-click "Wi-Fi
Connection", select "Properties", click "Configure" and find the "Power
Management" tab. Click and uncheck the option that allows your computer to
turn off the device to conserve power. If you've tried all of this and there's still no
connection, unplug your router and connect your computer directly to your
modem. If this solves the issue, then your router is likely to be malfunctioning.
REMINDERS:
Directions:
As a CSS student, what do you think is the importance of
establishing a procedure in troubleshooting computers?
Rubrics
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