Dial Properties Unavailable in a Dial-Up Networking Connection (194710)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows 98
This article was previously published under Q194710

SYMPTOMS

When you attempt to modify a Dial-Up Networking connection's dialing properties, the Dial Properties button may be unavailable.

CAUSE

This behavior can occur if the "Use area code and Dialing Properties" check box is not selected in the Dial-Up Networking connection's properties.

RESOLUTION

To resolve this behavior, follow these steps:

  1. Double-click the My Computer icon on the desktop, and then double-click Dial-Up Networking.
  2. Right-click the connection you want to modify, and then click Properties.
  3. Click the "Use area code and Dialing Properties" check box to select it, and then click OK.
Modification Type:MinorLast Reviewed:12/16/2004
Keywords:kbprb kbui KB194710
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