Modem

Installing devices - Modem

Installing A Modem

-Modem installation usually goes smoothly. The hardest part is finding the drivers

available on the installation disk. This is usually in the form of a INF. file. This simply gives the system information on your device or modem. If you have a Plug and Play modem you should be in good shape for a installation. When you boot up the computer will find the modem and you're in business.

Installing a External Modem

-Installing a external modem has its advantages over the internal. I have had modem simply lock up on me and not work. When this happens with a internal modem this usually calls for a reboot. With the external you can most times just turn it off and back on to reset it. This can save you a little heartache at times. Not only is the external modem handy but you can travel with it and hook it up to other systems. The internal modem is not so handy for such operations.

-Here are some common steps for installing a a external modem.

1. Turn computer off.
2. Plug modem into a free serial port.
3. Plug modem power in and hook up phone line.
4. Restart system, you should go into a plug and play routine with windows.
5. Your system will recognize your new hardware especially if is is PnP (Plug and Play) device.
6. In most cases you will be brought to a hardware wizard under windows and it will ask for a driver for your device.
7. Make sure you have the installation CD or floppy in the drive.
8. Browse location for what is called a INF. File, this provides information on your device and will help load device.
9. Simply choose location of INF. file and hit ok or next. This should load the driver for device and your in business.