Windows Me Setup; Install The Modem Driver; Configure Dial-Up Networking - Iridium MODEM AND DIAL-UP Installation & Configuration Manual

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2.3

Windows Me Setup

2.3.1

Install the Modem Driver

1. Close all applications.
2. Choose Start > Settings > Control Panel.
3. Double-click on Modems.
4. If a Modem Properties window appears, Click Add...
5. If you are using a laptop, you may be presented with a screen asking "What type of modem do you
want to install?" Select the Other radio button and click Next >.
6. Choose the checkbox marked "Don't detect my modem; I will select it from a list" and then click Next.
7. From the Manufacturer list, highlight Iridium
8. Click Iridium PPP Data Modem to highlight it, and then click Next>.
9. Click on an available COM Port (e.g., COM1). This is the port to which you will connect your Iridium
phone. Click Next >.
10. Click Finish.
2.3.2

Configure Dial-Up Networking

1. Choose Start > Programs > Accessories > Communications > Dial-Up Networking
2. Double-click Make New Connection.
3. Enter a connection name (e.g., "Iridium Direct Internet 2.0").
4. In the "Select a device" pull-down menu, select the "Iridium PPP Data Modem", and then click Next>.
5. Leave the Area Code box blank, and enter 008816000025 in the Telephone number box, and then
click Next >.
6. Click Finish.
7. Right-click on your new dial-up connection and select Properties.
8. Uncheck the "Use area code and Dialing Properties" box
9. Select the "Networking" tab.
10. Uncheck "NetBEUI" and "IPX/SPX Compatible".
11. Make sure the "TCP/IP" box is checked.
12. Click the "Security" tab and uncheck the "Log on to network" box.
13. Click OK.
Iridium Satellite LLC 5 February 22, 2006