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Installing new 56k modem, not plugged in???

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Modemite (Visitor) Sep 10, 2001
Hi all,

I have this 3com/usr modem given to me without a driver and just in a cardboard box. Put it in COM3 to replace 28k modem original pre installed in COM1.

In win 95, I get the following msg: another program is using your modem, cannot access modem, and something about it being unplugged.

What's going on? I think the modem is dead...
 
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Try going into device manager and removing the old modem from the system. The computer will then request that you restart, let it do so. If it doesn't prompt a restart, restart it anyway. When the computer boots back up, it will recognize the new modem, and ask for drivers. Drivers can be found at Driverguide.com, who seem to have a good selection. That should take care of it. Unless of course, the modem is just DEAD. As I said, though, if the modem is still functioning, it will work after these easy steps.
 
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