Multi Tech Equipment GPRS USB manual Install the Modem Driver, Introduction

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Chapter 3 – Using Your Wireless Modem

Step 6 – Install the Modem Driver

Introduction

Compatibility: This wireless MultiModem is compatible with Windows Operating Systems 2000/2003/XP and Linux.

Windows Drivers: The wireless MultiModem USB driver must be installed in your computer’s program directory. The procedure differs depending on the operating system and how it is set up. The drivers are located on the MultiModem CD.

Linux Drivers: Linux Operating System drivers are also located on the CD in the Linux directory. Refer to the Readme file (also in the Linux directory) for the correct driver file and installation guide for your distribution/version of Linux.

Overview of Windows Driver Installation: Three install wizards guide you through the software Installation in this order:

Part A installs the USB Driver.

Part B associates the PC port with the USB Driver, and finally

Part C installs the modem .inf file.

Installing the Modem Driver in Windows XP/2003

This installation assumes a Windows XP or Windows 2003 operating system. Windows XP/2003 are identical in the methods they use for installing modem drivers.

Part A for Windows XP/2003: Installing the USB Driver

1.Connect the USB cable between the MultiModem and the PC.

2.Insert the MultiModem CD into your CD-ROM drive. The CD uses the Autorun feature, and after a brief delay, the MultiModem Setup – Welcome screen appears. Close the Welcome screen.

In some situations the operating system will display a Found New Hardware Wizard screen and asks you: Can Windows connect to Windows Update to search for software?

Select No, not this time. Then click Next.

3.The Found New Hardware Wizard screen now displays the TUSB3410 Serial Port device. This is the first of three New Hardware Wizards that will appear.

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Contents MultiModem Gprs USB Trademarks and Logos Revision History Date DescriptionWorld Headquarters Technical Support Country By Email By PhoneContents Features Product Description SpecificationsProduct Description ModelsApplication Overview Benefits/Features in ApplicationsApplication Types Safety Package Contents Antenna/RF Specifications SpecificationsElectrical Characteristics Current RequirementsInterfaces AT Command Reference GuidesLEDs Activate Your Wireless Account Activation InstallationInsert the SIM Card into the Holder Handset Connection Optional Connect the Antenna and USB CableAttach the Modem to a Flat Surface Optional Part a for Windows XP/2003 Installing the USB Driver Install the Modem DriverIntroduction Click Continue Anyway Click on Install from a list or specific location AdvancedCompleting the Found New Hardware Wizard screen appears Part C for Windows XP/2003 Installing the Modem INF File Part a for Windows 2000 Installing the USB Driver Installing the Modem Driver in WindowsPage Part B for Windows 2000 Associating PC Port with USB Driver Part C for Windows 2000 Installing the Modem INF File Phone Number for the Wireless Modem Using Your Wireless ModemExamples of Useful AT Commands Answering a Circuit-Switched Data CSD Connection Establishing a Circuit-Switched Data CSD ConnectionEstablishing a Voice Call Using Short Message Services SMS Send an SMS message to another SMS compatible device SMS ExamplesUsing Your Wireless Modem Connecting to the Gprs Network for Internet Access Internet AccessRequirements Modem Options windowCreate Your Dial-Up Connection in Windows XP/2003 Disconnecting the ConnectionMobile PhoneTools Troubleshooting Examples Troubleshooting Frequently Asked QuestionsSolutions for ‘no connection through serial link’ situation Solutions for no carrier messageFrequently Asked Questions How do I send an SMS message to an email account? Reference Information Wireless Modem Reference InformationEtsi contact Multi-Tech Warranty Statement Appendix a Warranty and RepairsRepair Procedures for U.S. and Canadian Customers Repair Procedures for International Distributors Repair Procedures for International CustomersReplacement Parts Outside U.S.A. and CanadaJuly