Brad <bpetria@verizon.net> wrote:

> I recently bought a used Toshiba "Satellite" 2105CDS (WIN98se)
> laptop. After I downloaded the drivers for this model from Toshiba's
> site, I formatted the HDD and installed Win98SE (not from a "System
> Restore" CD).

> I installed the drivers. Everything is fine, but the dial up
> connection (using internal 56K modem). Unlike my other Win98
> computers, when I "connect" (via "Dialer"), "Connect" and
> "Confirming password" is normal (quick). "Logging on to network"
> takes a long time before this is finished (Dialer window closes and
> small icon appears in System Tray). I have tried several times on
> different days. My other slower computer, doesn't have this
> problem. Note: Afterwards, I have no trouble browsing and
> downloading (download speed is always fast for dial up).

Most likely you have the "Log on to network" ticked.
Its in the propertys of the dun connectoid.

> As a test, I installed a new PC card modem and it's driver.
> Using that modem, I still have the same problem!

Because that box is still ticked.

> I called Toshiba tech support and he told me to check settings
> and compare them to the other computer. I already did that.

Likely you didnt do that carefully enough.

> Do you have any idea what might be causing this?

See above.