ERROR 718: THE CONNECTION WAS TERMINATED

The error message seems like the modem is trying to authenticate the connection but the remove server/computer seems stopped responding to the modem request. This is how the error 718 message looks like. 

REASONS FOR ERROR 718

The major reason for "Error 718:The Connection was Terminated because the Remote Computer did not Respond in a timely manner" is the modem driver issues. Either the modem driver we are using is outdated or misconfigured. We get this error message when our computer is expecting a reply/response from network and if it is failed to receive any in a timely manner, error 718 will be displayed. Another important cause for error 718 is the malfunctioning of remote server. If the remote server is not in a situation to accept new connections, clients will get error 718 message. 

HOW TO SOLVE ERROR 718

Some workarounds for error 718 is provided below. 

1. Disconnect the modem and reconnect 

2. Check the modem settings including ISP user name and password 

3. Restart your computer and check for the issue 

4. Update modem driver 

5. Connect modem to a different computer and check whether the problem is with ISP 

6. If the problem is with ISP, contact them to fix it.

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