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Netbook amp; FindMyPast
Posted: 26 Oct 2011 17:27
by Johnyeates
Has anyone had any problems signing into 'FindMyPast' via a Netbook (Atom N570 processor)?
FindMyPast haven't yet been able help, I click on 'Sign In'
the sign in address appears then reverts back to the 'Welcome' page. No other web sites seem to be affected.
Any Ideas would be appreciated. FH runs perfectly.
Regards
John
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Netbook amp; FindMyPast
Posted: 26 Oct 2011 19:17
by nsw
I don't think the fact that it is a netbook is significant. Which web browser are you using?
Netbook amp; FindMyPast
Posted: 26 Oct 2011 19:30
by Johnyeates
I'm using Internet Explorer, I have just noticed that it says 'IE optimized for Bing & MSN', whatever that means.
John
Netbook amp; FindMyPast
Posted: 26 Oct 2011 20:05
by nsw
Try using the Internet Options to delete temporary internet files and cookies. Close and reopen the browser afterwards and see if it makes a difference.
Nick
Netbook amp; FindMyPast
Posted: 26 Oct 2011 20:36
by Johnyeates
Nick,
That worked upto a point.
I was able to get to the sign in page but I was then returned to the Welcome page again, if I tried to sign in again it was as before, the screen goes blank, the address bar shows findmypast.co.uk/signin.action and then I am returned straight to the welcome page.
John
Netbook amp; FindMyPast
Posted: 26 Oct 2011 21:37
by nsw
When you're looking at the FindYourPast site there may be a 'Compatibility View' button next to the address bar at the top (it depends which version of Internet Explorer you are using) - try clicking on that and see if it makes a difference.
Netbook amp; FindMyPast
Posted: 26 Oct 2011 21:58
by Johnyeates
Nick,
That worked once, took me to the Sign In but I still couild not sign in. I tried the compatability again but it did not work again. Tomorrow I am going to compare the IE settings on the laptop with this netbook and see if it makes any difference.
I think the Laptop is version 8 and this one is V9.
Thanks for the advice.
John
Netbook amp; FindMyPast
Posted: 26 Oct 2011 22:35
by nsw
Of course you could always try another browser, e.g. Chrome or Firefox.
Netbook amp; FindMyPast
Posted: 26 Oct 2011 22:37
by Johnyeates
Yes, good idea Ill try that.
Netbook amp; FindMyPast
Posted: 26 Oct 2011 22:48
by Johnyeates
Just downloaded Chrome, I am now up and running with FindMyPast.
Thank you Nick for wasting your evening helping me.
John