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Connection stops at 'Step 4: Requesting Network Attention'

This error occurs if, when talking to our network, the connection breaks. This can happen if your modem drivers are not up to date, or if you are using an incorrect access number. This problem also can occur if you are using a firewall which is not allowing the connection to be made.

In order to fix this problem, please work through the following steps:

Does your PC meet the recommended system requirements for AOL?

Follow these instructions to check if your computer meets the minimum system requirements to run the AOL software:

1. Click Start, and then select Programs or All Programs.
2. Select AOL, and then AOL System Information.
3. Check that the values in each field meet the minimum system requirements set out below.
4. Click Close.

Minimum system requirements

Your computer must meet or exceed the following system requirements in order to successfully run the AOL software:

-- Operating System: Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows ME, Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7
-- Processor: Pentium-class; minimum speed as recommended for your operating system (for example, 266MHz or above for Windows XP)
-- RAM: 64MB or above (128MB recommended)
-- Hard disk space: 128MB or above
-- Screen resolution: 800x600 and 256 colours or greater
-- Connection: Any of the following: 28.8Kbps modem or faster, broadband (DSL), ISDN or TCP/IP (LAN connections)

Clear your modem setup


AOL 9.0: Run the 'I cannot get connected to the AOL service' Auto Fix

Note: Make sure any external modem is connected and on and that AOL is offline.

1. Close open programs, sign off AOL.
2. When offline, click Help on the AOL menu bar (at the top of your screen), then click AOL Help.
3. Click the + beside Resolving Problems, and then click Solving common AOL problems.
4. Click I cannot get connected to the AOL service.
5. Close all programs (including AOL) and click Continue.
6. Follow all on-screen instructions.

AOL 9.0 VR: Reset all locations

1. Close the AOL software.
2. Right-click the AOL icon in your Windows system tray (at the bottom right-hand corner of your screen, next to your PC's clock).
3. Select System Information, then click Connectivity in the left-hand column.
4. Click Reset Locations.
5. Click Yes, reset to confirm, then click OK.
6. Close the System Information window and restart your PC.
7. Start AOL and click Sign On to try to connect again.

AOL 8.0 and below: Clear your modem setup

1. Start the AOL software.
2. On the AOL Sign On Screen, click Setup and then click Expert Setup.
3. Click on the Devices tab, choose your modem from the list and click Delete.
4. Exit the AOL software and restart it again. AOL will attempt to auto-detect your modem.
5. Then try to connect to AOL again.


Run Hyperterminal


You can run a HyperTerminal test to ensure that your modem is working correctly. Before you begin, please ensure that your phone line is free and the modem cable is connected.

Note: If HyperTerminal is not installed on your computer, please contact your computer vendor or manufacturer for advice on installing it.

To run the HyperTerminal test, take the following steps:

1. Click Start and select Run.
2. In the Run box, type hypertrm and click OK.
Note: If the message 'File Not Found' is displayed, please check the spelling. If HyperTerminal still does not open, contact your computer vendor for further troubleshooting.
3. Type Test and click OK.
4. In the drop-down list labelled Connect using, select the modem's COM port and click OK.
Note: See below for details on how to check which COM port your modem uses.
5. In the Bits per second drop-down list, select 57600 and then click OK.
6. Type atz and press Enter. The word OK should be displayed.
7. Type atx1dt08089944002 and press Enter again. If the HyperTerminal test is successful, the word Login will be displayed. See below for other possible results.


Checking the modem's COM port

To check which COM port your modem uses, take the following steps:

1. Click Start and select Control Panel.
Windows 98, Me and 2000 users: Click Start, and then select Settings and Control Panel.
2. Double-click Phone and Modem Options.
3. Select the Modems tab. The COM port the modem connects with is listed here.


HyperTerminal test results

If the test is successful, the word Login will be displayed in the HyperTerminal window. Other possible HyperTerminal results are as follows:

-- No Carrier: If this message is displayed, please check that the phone line is free and the modem is connected.
-- Blacklisted: If this is displayed, type AT%TCB in the HyperTerminal window and press Enter. If after trying this, you still cannot connect to the internet, please contact your computer vendor for further troubleshooting.
-- No dial tone: This means that there is a problem with the modem because it has been told to blind dial. Please contact your computer vendor for further troubleshooting.
-- No Response: If you see this message, there is a problem with the modem. Please contact your computer vendor for further troubleshooting.
-- Rubbish appearing: If a series of symbols or letters are displayed, this means that there is a problem with the modem. Please contact your computer vendor for further troubleshooting.


Repair the AOL Connectivity Service


Select your operating system for step-by-step instructions on how to repair the AOL Connectivity Service (ACS). Once the ACS has been repaired, follow the steps below to set up a new broadband location.

Windows 7
Windows Vista
All other versions of Windows

Set up a new broadband location

After ACS has been repaired, you will need to set up a new location in the AOL software to connect to the internet.

To set up a new broadband location, take the following steps:

1. Open the AOL software.
2. On the sign-on screen, click Connect Options.
3. Select Create Dial-Up Location and then click Broadband/Other ISP.
4. Click Next and wait while the AOL software detects the connection.
5. Click Sign On to connect to the internet.


Are you using firewall software?


An active firewall on your computer could restrict the AOL software from making a connection. If you have firewall software installed, please configure it to allow the AOL software to access the internet.

Select your firewall below for steps on how to modify the firewall security to allow the AOL software to work with the firewall software. We recommend that you contact the firewall software supplier if you require any further information.

Windows 7
Windows Firewall
McAfee® Personal Firewall
McAfee® 2007
Norton 2003/2005
Norton Firewall 2007
ZoneAlarm 2.6 or 3.0
BlackICE
PC-cillin
AVG Firewall