Acer Modemconte Section One Introduction, Section Two Installation, Unpacking Your Modem

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Section One - Introduction

This 14.4 Kbps FAX/Voice/Data Modem is specifi- cally designed for the Acer Aspire line of computers, enabling their connection to all popular high speed modems available today. Your new modem features advanced speakerphone functions for hands-free voice communication as well as Plug and Play for simplified installation. This manual describes the hardware installation procedures for your new modem product. Additional information on AT commands and S- registers are provided so that your system can be customized for a particular operating environment.

Section Two - Installation

This section will provide step by step instructions on how to install your new 14.4 Kbps FAX/Voice/Data modem. Installation of this modem product is a two-step process consisting of actual hardware installation and communica- tion software installation and configuration.

2.1 Unpacking Your Modem

Before you begin your installation, be certain that you have all the items listed below. This package contains:

• A modem	• A telephone cable
• User's manual	• Configuration software
• Software for the modem	• Software user's manual

2.2 Hardware Installation

Installation of this modem requires opening and ma- nipulating your PC. Exercise caution at all times when working with AC powered and static-sensitive equipment. Turn off and unplug your PC be-

fore installation. Discharge any static electricity from your body by touching any bare metal sur- face of the PC system, such as its power supply cover.

1.Turn off and unplug your com- puter from the AC outlet.

2.Remove your computer's cover (refer to your computer's owner manual).

3.Select any available half-card

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