[pchelpers] Re: DSL Connection Problem

Gerald Gollinger wrote:
> When I restart my PC DSL does not work.  I then switch modular plugs and used 
> a free service for New York City called Metconnect.  Someone can use any dial 
> up service.  I leave the dial up on for several minutes and disconnect.  Then 
> I connect my DSL modular plug.  Presto DSL works.
>    
>    
>   The only clue I have is that I leave the internal modem modular plug in the 
> PC at all times.  I also use a splitter since the modular jack is behind some 
> furniture and is troublesome to keep moving it about.
>    
>   What do you think of the setup?  Sounds weird but it works.
>    
>   Gerald 
Have you wire brushed the exposed connections and sprayed contact 
cleaner on the internal ones? The connections may be affected by dust, 
moisture or oxidation. What about a different splitter, or are you using 
filter(s)?

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