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Q135164: SLIP Connection: Ping Works, Other Programs Do Not

Article: Q135164
Product(s): Microsoft Windows 95.x Retail Product
Version(s): 95
Operating System(s): 
Keyword(s): dun win95 kbDialUp
Last Modified: 28-JUL-2001

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The information in this article applies to:

- Microsoft Windows 95 
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SYMPTOMS
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When you are using a Dial-Up Networking connection using the SLIP (Serial Line
Internet Protocol) server type with an Internet service provider, Ping may
function correctly, but other programs (such as a Web browser) may not.

CAUSE
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This problem can occur if you select the wrong IP Header Compression setting.

RESOLUTION
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Use these steps to change the IP Header Compression setting:

1. Open the properties for the Dial-Up Networking connectoid.

2. Click Server Type.

3. Click TCP/IP Settings.

4. Click the Use IP Header Compression check box.

5. Click OK.

MORE INFORMATION
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If you choose the wrong IP Header Compression setting, IP and User Datagram
Protocol (UDP) programs (such as Ping) may operate normally, but TCP-based
programs will not work. The IP Header Compression setting must be changed.

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Keywords          : dun win95 kbDialUp 
Technology        : kbWin95search kbZNotKeyword3
Version           : 95

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