Call Waiting has not been disabled.

 

There is noise or

 

excessive traffic on the

 

phone line.

Modem not responding

Modem is not set up

 

correctly in system

 

BIOS.

Modem does not dial

Telephone number is not

correctly.

entered correctly in the

 

modem's dialing

 

software.

Characters are

There is noise in the

garbled/transfer rates

telephone line.

are slow.

 

Disable Call Waiting:

1.Select Start ->Setting ->Control Panel -> select Modems.

2.From the General tab of the Modems Properties page, select Dialing Properties.

From the My Locations tab of the Dialing Properties page, check the box labeled This location has call waiting.

Select *70, 70#, or 1170 from the drop-down list to disable call waiting.

Try connecting at a later time.

Check the computer BIOS setup. If it requires specific settings for modems, be sure that they have been enabled.

Make sure the telephone number you dialed is correct if you are using the dialing directory or the terminal mode.

●Dial 1 if using dialing long distance.

●The other line could be busy or not answering.

●Make sure call waiting is disabled.

●The modem may not recognize an international dial tone. Try the ATX3DT command and the telephone number

Check your telephone and modem cable connections. If they are a little loose, they can cause noise on the line.

Check with your local telephone company for a phone line filter.

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Compaq 190 manual Bios, Select Start -Setting -Control Panel select Modems
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190 specifications

The Compaq 190, a significant player in the evolution of portable computing, was unveiled in the early 1990s at a time when the demand for mobility in technology was surging. As a member of Compaq's renowned line of portable PCs, the Compaq 190 was a bridge between desktop power and laptop convenience, offering an impressive array of features and technologies that appealed to both business professionals and technology enthusiasts.

One of the main features of the Compaq 190 was its compact size. Weighing under 10 pounds, it was designed for easy transport, allowing users to work remotely without sacrificing performance. The device was equipped with a 10.4-inch LCD display, providing a balance between portability and screen real estate. This display was notable for its clarity, allowing users to engage with applications effectively, whether in an office setting or on the go.

Under the hood, the Compaq 190 was powered by an Intel CPU, commonly featuring early generations of the Intel 386 processor. This gave the laptop the capability to run various software applications efficiently, making it suitable for word processing, spreadsheets, and basic graphical tasks. Furthermore, the inclusion of a built-in hard drive, typically around 40 MB, provided ample storage for documents and applications of that era.

In terms of connectivity, the Compaq 190 was equipped with standard ports of the time, including serial and parallel ports, allowing users to connect external devices such as printers and modems. The addition of a PCMCIA slot supported expansion, enabling users to enhance functionality with network cards, additional storage, or even modems for internet connectivity.

Battery life was another essential characteristic of the Compaq 190, with options available for extended use. Users could expect several hours of operation away from an electrical outlet, a crucial feature for professionals frequently traveling for work.

Overall, the Compaq 190 represented a pivotal moment in portable computing technology. With its combination of portability, processing power, and essential features, it offered solutions for a generation that valued both functionality and mobility. The legacy of the Compaq 190 continues to influence the design and capabilities of modern laptops, reminding us of the early advancements that paved the way for today’s computing devices.
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