[. . . ] The digital/analog modem pair rates allow faster downloads only from compliant digital sources. Maximum achievable download rates are currently unknown, may not reach 56 Kbps, and will vary with line conditions. Maximum achievable upload rates are limited to 31. 2 Kbps, may not reach 31. 2 Kbps, and will vary with line conditions.
Uses a universal Direct Access Arrangement (DAA) that supports multiple countries. An adapter may be required to connect the modem to the standard telephone jack in some countries. [. . . ] Does not support the modem pass-through connection available on some optional port replicators.
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Using an Internal Modem
Connecting the Modem Cable
Using the RJ-11 Cable
The modem cable may have noise suppression circuity that prevents interference with TV and radio reception. The modem cable must be connected to an analog telephone line.
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CAUTION: Jacks for digital PBX systems may resemble analog telephone jacks, but are not compatible with the modem.
1. If the modem cable has noise suppression circuitry 1, orient the circuitry end of the cable toward the computer. Plug the cable into the RJ-11 telephone jack 2 on the notebook.
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not plug a telephone cable into the RJ-45 jack.
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Using an Internal Modem
3. Plug the modem cable into the RJ-11 telephone jack 3.
Connecting the modem using an RJ-11 jack
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always ensure that the modem line is disconnected from the telephone network when opening the notebook's enclosure.
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Using an Internal Modem
Using a Country-Specific Modem Cable Adapter
Software for the internal modem supports multiple countries, but telephone jacks vary by country. To use the modem and the RJ-11 cable outside the country in which you purchased the notebook, you must obtain a country-specific modem adapter and define your location in Dialing Properties. To connect the modem to an analog telephone line that does not have an RJ-11 telephone jack: 1. If the modem cable has noise suppression circuitry 1, orient the circuitry end of the cable toward the notebook. Plug the modem cable 4 into the country-specific modem adapter.
Connecting the modem using a country-specific modem adapter
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Modem & Networking
Using an Internal Modem
Viewing the Current Country Selection
To see the current country setting for your modem, follow these steps: Windows 98: Select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Modems > Dialing Properties. Select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Double-click Modem > Dialing Properties. Select Properties > General tab.
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Using an Internal Modem
5. If you continue to receive the No Dial Tone error message after clearing the check box: a. Select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Phone and Modems Options icon. In the Locations list, select the location from which you are dialing. Select your location from the drop-down list in the Country/Region box. Clear the Wait for Dial Tone Before Dialing check box.
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Using an Internal Modem
Windows XP Home and XP Professional: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connections icon. Select Phone and Modem Properties (menu in the left column) > Modem Tab. [. . . ] Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connections icon. Select Phone and Modem Properties (menu in the left column) > Modem Tab. If you continue to receive the No Dial Tone error message after clearing the check box: a. Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connections icon. [. . . ]