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Server Not Found Message When Clicking On Web Page Links

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  1. 2016/11/16
    James Martin

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    Some sites open up OK, and some timeout even though I changed the browser timeout setting in about:config from 100 to 150. The server not found message usually shows up in 15 to 20 seconds. I rarely have this problem on my desktop.

    I am using the latest version of Firefox in Windows 7 (64-bit) on a Toshiba laptop.
     
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    Most likely an ISP problem or a DNS problem.
     
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    James Martin

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    The laptop doesn't have the same resources as the desktop, and I'm assuming the laptop cannot handle the Firefox add-ons (9)? Initial web pages open up OK, but clicking on a web page link opens up a new tab, and then it’s a hit or a miss as to whether the page loads or times out.


    Maybe I can disable a few addons and see if that helps. I'm not a big add-on fan, but Firefox removed or changed some useful features that requires third-party add-ons to bring those features back.


    I’ve been using Internet Explorer 11 for much of my browsing needs, although I installed an ad blocker and a program called Disconnect. IE loads a bit faster even so.
     
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    I'll wager the culprit is Disconnect. The program sets up and installs a VPN and takes over the Internet connection. Try disabling it completely and see what happens in FF.
     
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    Had some problems with Disconnect for Internet Explorer 11, so I uninstalled it. Come to find out, the version for IE is still in beta.

    As for Firefox, I disabled Web of Trust and changed Flash to prompt when needed. Those changes have made for faster browsing.
     
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    TonyT

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    Is this "Server Not Found Message When Clicking On Web Page Links" now resolved?
     
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    James Martin

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    Not entirely.
     
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    TonyT

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    I still say it's a DNS problem. Either the DNS you are using is laggy or some software intercepts queries and does something with them.
     
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    James Martin

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    I'm using OpenDNS for what it's worth.
     
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    TonyT

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    What other security type software or browser add-ons are you using?
     
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    James Martin

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    Avast Free (no browser extensions, and no avast firewall), Malware Bytes (free), Spyware Blaster & Win Patrol.
     

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    Thanks.
    I would try this:

    Disable all Addons and see how things go. If the problem is gone enable ONE addon at a time until the problem returns, then you'll know which addon is the culprit.

    If no joy, try using Google DNS in your router:
    8.8.8.8
    8.8.4.4
     
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    James Martin

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    There is no way to change the DNS values in my AT&T modem / router combo. I assume I can enter these numbers on the PC LAN instead?
     
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    Yes.
    Network & Sharing Center > Change adapter settings > rt click adapter > select Properties > double click Internet Protocol Version 4 TCP/IPv4 > DNS tab > enter addresses.

    While at it uncheck Internet Protocol Version 6 TCP/IPv6, it's not needed.
     
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    James Martin

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    I tried running Firefox in safe mode, but nothing changed from what I could tell, and changing DNS values didn't help either. According to PC Pitstop, this laptop is in the bottom 18% of power rankings for what it's worth...


    Operating System
    Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit SP1

    CPU
    Intel Celeron 925 @ 2.30GHz 51 °C
    Penryn 45nm Technology

    RAM
    3.00GB Dual-Channel DDR2 @ 398MHz (6-6-6-18)

    Motherboard
    TOSHIBA Portable PC (CPU)

    Graphics
    Generic PnP Monitor (1366x768@60Hz)
    Intel Mobile Intel 4 Series Express Chipset Family (Toshiba)
    Intel Mobile Intel 4 Series Express Chipset Family (Toshiba)

    Storage
    232GB TOSHIBA MK2555GSXF (SATA) 38 °C

    Optical Drives
    TSSTcorp CDDVDW TS-L633C

    Audio
    Conexant CX20671 SmartAudio HD
     
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  18. 2016/12/21
    TonyT

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    Specs are plenty fine to run Firefox.
    Have you tried deleting all history and offline data?
     
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  19. 2016/12/31
    James Martin

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    Yes, I use AskFor Sanitize for that purpose with the exception of site preferences (I leave that intact). I like to run TFC (Temp File Cleaner) once a month too.

    Sorry for the late response - been a hectic month!
     
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