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Article ID:299056
Last Review:August 15, 2007
Revision:1.3
This article was previously published under Q299056

SYMPTOMS

After you install Windows XP, and you run Windows product registration, you may receive the following error message:
An Internet connection could not be chosen.
Windows was unable to determine which network connection to use for Internet access.

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CAUSE

This problem can occur if there are multiple-connective devices that are installed in the computer and Windows XP is unable to determine which device to use.

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RESOLUTION

To resolve this problem, complete the Windows product registration process, and then run the Network Setup Wizard.

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STATUS

Microsoft has confirmed that this is a problem in the Microsoft products that are listed at the beginning of this article.

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MORE INFORMATION

Connective devices can include:
•A network adapter
•A 1394 interface card
•A modem

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APPLIES TO
•Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
•Microsoft Windows XP Professional

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