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2.7 Installing a Local Modem under Windows
If you have already installed a modem for data transfer under your operating
system, you can also use this modem for TeleService. If a modem has not been
implemented on your operating system, this section will provide information on
installing a modem under Windows.
Modems with Plug-and-play Facilities
Plug-and-play modems are recognized and installed automatically by your
programming device/PC. Only the dialog boxes for displaying and confirming the
installation process are displayed.
Proceed as follows:
1. Make sure that your programming device/PC and the modem are switched off.
2. Connect an external modem physically to a COM or USB interface on your
programming device/PC. You can also install an internal modem or a PCMCIA
card in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications.
3. First switch on the external modem and then the programming device or the
personal computer.
Modems without Plug-and-play Facilities
If your modem is not recognized automatically when switched on, you have to
install the it yourself by using the Windows Control Panel.
Note
Before installing the modem you should install the latest modem driver on your
system. The modem drivers are contained on the diskettes or CD included in the
scope of delivery of the modem. Proceed as described in the documentation of the
modem manufacturer.
Proceed as follows:
1. Open the Control Panel in Windows and select the "Phone and Modem
Options" option.
2. Install the desired modem by filling out the Windows dialog boxes
correspondingly. For further information on the procedure please refer to the
Windows help function.