problem with internet conection: Error 676.?

Question

everytime i connect to the internet (i hav adsl/modem) i stay for like a few minutes, and then it disconnects, an error msg comes up saying the "phone line is busy" and it takes a long time to reconnect to the internet. how can i solve this problem? i've took it to places, and phoned the internet help line but they cant do it to work.

Answer 1

All versions of Windows(using modem to access internet) - This error can occur if:

You are dialing the wrong number
There is a problem at your ISP or in the telephone network
You have voice-mail or other custom calling feature that produces a stutter dial-tone
You haven't specified the proper country settings for your modem and the number you are dialing, or your modem doesn't support the country you are in.
If you include the disable call waiting code in your dialing, and your phone line does not support call waiting; or, if you have call waiting, but your phone company doesn't support the disable call waiting code.

Answer 2

Error 676: The line is busy

If too many people are trying to use an access number at the same time, you may encounter a "slow" busy signal. . If the busy signal is faster than this, it indicates a problem with your connection to the access number.

Please try using an alternate access number, if one is available in your area. If you have alternate access to the Internet you can search for local access numbers in your area by checking wiht your vendor.

You pay for it, you should receive the service. You can't fix it (other than trying other numbers), it's up to the vendor. keep a log, and ask for refunds!!!

Another way to fix, skip to cable internet.

Answer 3

which co. you have the adsl modem and who is the net provider. try other option for net

Answer 4

Get Broadband, the prices are real cheap these days :-)

Look here http://www.modemsite.com/56k/duns676.asp