How To Install Cable,Dls,And Dialup Modems Fast

by: Otis F. Cooper

When you want to access the Internet,you want to have the fastest Modem connection possible.And the dialup modem will do if you want just email basic surfing. The faster cable or dsl are a must have for such internet downloads of large files,super faster web page access,and viewing videos online. Installing your new modem,whether its dialup,dsl, or cable,it can be a breeze when you both make the installation an education experience as well as having fun in the process. For this to happen,you must be prepared with the right equipment.This article has links to videos and photos to help do just that.High speed modems will need an ethernet card in most cases,for example. Let's take a deep down look at what it will take to get a new Internal or External modem up and running in your computer. While we're at it,we will see what it takes to install a cable or dsl modem as well.These modems are always external but will need a couple for parts in order to get that fast internet speed. CONNECT THE MODEM TO THE COMPUTER When installing your Modem,first right down the serial number for use should you need to contact technical support. External modems are connected to the computer with the RS232 cable.This cable is connected to the rear of the system at the serial port and the modem itself.Some modems will have this cable as a part of the modem. Internal modems are inserted in an expansion slot on the motherboard,unless its intergrated with the motherboard. Provide power to the external modem with the use of the adapter that with the modem.Internal modems get their power from the expansion slot right on the motherboard. After the modem has been installed,both the external and internal modem must be connected to the analog phone line.Plug one end of the phone cord to the jack labeled Line on the modem and the other into the phone jack.You can then connect your telephone to the phone jack on the modem. INSTALL MODEM SOFTWARE Now you can replace the system unit cover if you are installing an internal modem.And after all peripherals are re-connected to the computer, boot the computer. With external modems,simply turn the computer and modem on.See if the power indicator is on. If you have Windows 98 installed,insert the floppy disk or cdrom containing the device driver into the appropriate drive when the "add new hardware" screen appears.Follow the instructions on the disk to install the device driver. Be sure to read the modem install manual carefully to be sure all installation procedures were followed. Click on fininsh once Windows find and install the device driver. Users of Windows XP have an updated list of device drivers which may be present.Its best to use the disk when installing the software. TEST YOUR NEW MODEM The device driver allow your modem to talk to your computer.To see if the modem is working,click on Start,Settings,Control Panel,and click the Modems icon. Read the description of the modem to be sure it is the one you have. Windows XP users should click on Start,Control Panel,and click the Phone and Modems icon. Then click Modem,Properties,and Diagnostics. Run a Query Modem check to verify your modem is up and running. INSTALLING A CABLE OR DSL MODEM Cable Modems a