Multi Tech Equipment MT5656ZDX manual Installing the Modem Driver

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Chapter 2 – Hardware Installation

Installing the Modem Driver

If you use Windows 2000 or newer, you must install the modem driver. If you use another operating system, see Appendix C.

When operating the modem under Windows, the modem driver can be installed by using the Plug and Play feature. Follow the 4-step procedure below.

1.Make sure your modem is connected properly, and then turn on your computer. Windows should detect your new modem and open the Welcome to the Found New Hardware wizard.

Note: If Windows cannot find a modem, your modem may be turned off, it may be plugged into the wrong connector on your computer. See “Troubleshooting” in the User Guide.

2.Insert the MT5656ZDX CD.

3.Windows installs and configures the modem.

4.Click Finish to exit.

Installing Your Data Communications Software

Data communications software is designed to send and receive messages. Multi-Tech includes data communications software with your modem. However, the modem will work with most data communications software. To install the data communications software provided with this modem, insert the CD into the CD- ROM drive and click on the PhoneTools icon. You will be asked to choose your language. The software will automatically load onto your PC.

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Contents MultiModem ZDX User Guide MT5656ZDX-Series PN S000248I Revision Contents Product Description IntroductionYou Supply Hardware InstallationShip Kit Contents Safety WarningsServer-to-Client Data Rates Technical SpecificationsCables Connect the Modem to the Telephone Line Line Connection Overview Connecting the Modem to Your SystemPower-On Test Connect the Microphone Voice Connections Voice option onlyInstalling Your Data Communications Software Installing the Modem DriverDial-Up Networking Connecting to the InternetOperation About the LED IndicatorsConfiguring Your Modem Configuring Your SoftwareCapture.dgr Sending a FaxSee Commands Reference Guides AT CommandsNone of the Indicators Light Up TroubleshootingModem Does Not Respond to Commands Modem Dials But Cannot Connect Modem Doesn’t Work with Caller ID Modem Cannot Connect When AnsweringModem Disconnects While Online There Are Garbage Characters on the MonitorFCC Part Appendix a Regulatory ComplianceCanadian Limitations Notice Setup Appendix B Installing a Modem LinuxCalling the ISP Appendix C Upgrading the Modem Upgrade OverviewDownload the Upgrade File Weee Appendix D Waste Electrical Electronic Equipment DirectiveIndex