Using The Modem; To Connect The Modem - HP Pavilion XF315 Reference Manual

Using the Modem

CAUTION
Modem and Network Connections
Using the Modem
By connecting your notebook's modem to a telephone line, you can use the notebook to
communicate with other networked computers. You can explore the Internet, send and
receive e-mail messages, and send and receive faxes. Your notebook contains several
software programs that work with your modem:
• Internet Explorer, for browsing the World Wide Web.
• Outlook Express, for sending and receiving e-mail messages.
• Fax Console for sending and receiving faxes.
Your notebook includes a built-in high-speed V.90/92 modem. This modem allows you to
connect to any Internet Service Provider (ISP) that has V.90/92 interoperable modems.
Check with your ISP for a list of telephone numbers that support V.90/92.
Note that the maximum speed for faxing is 14.4Kbps. Even though the built-in modem is
capable of downloading at 56Kbps, your ISP may not operate at this speed; please check
with your service provider for information. Transmission rates also depend on the
condition of the telephone line.
If you prefer to use a different modem, you can install a PC card modem or attach an
external modem to the USB port.

To connect the modem

To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunications line
cord to connect the modem to the telephone wall jack.
1. Make sure the telephone line is an analog line (sometimes called a data line). You
must not use a digital line.
2. Connect the telephone cord to the built-in modem.
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