What Went Wrong: Your Quick Fix Reference

If you encounter problems with some of the home network add-ons mentioned in this chapter, here are some possible solutions:

  • Some PCs will refuse to boot if a keyboard or mouse isn't present. If you are having trouble getting your network entertainment center PC to start, attach a monitor and watch the onscreen messages when you turn on the PC. If you see a message telling you that the system cannot start because the keyboard (or mouse) is missing, you'll need to have a keyboard (or mouse) attached. If you don't want the keyboard to be in the way, consider switching to a wireless keyboard. You might also want to consult your owner's manual to see if it has instructions on changing the Basic Input Output ...

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