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windows could not detect my modem so i bought a new one and installed it now when u hit connect u can hear it dial the number but don’t get those popping and pinging that you should when useing dialup i get an error message that says the computer you dialed did not answer! i know the phone lines are good and also the number is correct if anyone can help pleaseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee let me know
thanks in advance
ps im running windows me
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7 Responses to “i have an old computer with modem problems please help?”
delete the dial-up networking connection and rebuild the entire thing using the same settings.
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Sometimes, telephone features are in the way, like call waiting… find the appropriate box and type*73. It may also be that the computer you are in dialing is not answering. They may be doing the system maintenance or something like that. Good luck
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I assume you can already make and receive voice calls using that line?
You might need to check with your phone company that there is not a problem with your line. They should be able to do a simple line test.
You should firstly reinstall the modem driver.
There is a handy walkthrough at this site:
http://kb.iu.edu/data/agtm.html
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Well, I was suffering from the same problem! It was typical as u said! My Windows was not recognizing the modem..
You know what i’ve done? I bought an ADSL !
Believe me it’s the necessary decision you’ve to take..
You will feel a GREAT GREAT difference between dial-up and ADSL..
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Your modem is working properly if you are hearing a dial tone. You need to consult with your provider on what the proper settings are. If your provider sent you a setup disk use it. It should configure your account info.
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check yr firewall settings as that may be blocking the connection
make sure you have un-installed all the old hardware and drivers
modems can often be very hard to install
the modem drivers MUST be installed first
check the cables are correctly fitted
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Goto Modem Properties and uncheck (look for dialtone before dialing)
Check the number you are dialing. Use Only the Number. It must not have area codes and “+” infront.
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