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Q136007: Error Message: Host Disconnected Due to Idle Timeout

Article: Q136007
Product(s): Microsoft Windows 95.x Retail Product
Version(s): 95
Operating System(s): 
Keyword(s): win95
Last Modified: 17-DEC-2000

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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 the CompuServe provider for Microsoft Exchange, your
connection may be terminated approximately 15 minutes after you start the
session. When this occurs, you receive the following error message:

  Host disconnected due to idle timeout

CAUSE
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CompuServe disconnects you after 15 minutes of inactivity.

RESOLUTION
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To avoid being disconnected, do not allow 15 minutes to pass with no activity.

Additional query words: XCLNWin95 XProCIS

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Keywords          : win95 
Technology        : kbWin95search kbZNotKeyword3
Version           : 95

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