Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Actiontec PCI Pro 56K internal modem. The PCI Pro incorporates the latest technology in controller-less V.90 modems for the PCI bus. This technology improves the performance and capabilities of personal computer fax/modems. The use of the PCI Bus frees the user from having to use an ISA slot which is most likely already being used by another peripheral. Almost every PC has at least one free PCI slot.
Host-based or “Windows” modems utilize your computer’s internal Central Process- ing Unit, or CPU to perform some of their functions. The modem’s onboard digital signal processing circuitry handles the most processor-intensive functions such as V.90 and V.34 modulation, while the CPU handles more routine communications tasks like data compression. This allows for fewer parts and greater reliability without taxing the overall system speed. It also allows the modem greater access to memory and disk storage space. As personal computers advance in speed and capabilities, controller-less modems can take advantage of these improvements. Simply download the new driver, follow the installation instructions, and reboot your system. In this way, the performance of your modem improves as your PC hardware improves.
Contacting Actiontec Customer Support
Actiontec Electronics prides itself on making high-quality, durable, high-performance products. If you should need assistance, the Actiontec Technical Support Department is available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM Pacific Coast Time, Monday through Friday to provide professional support.
Actiontec Electronics, Inc. Technical Support
760 N. Mary Avenue
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Phone: 408-752-7714 (choose option 7)
Fax: 408-732-0097
BBS: 408-732-0112 Email:techsupp@actiontec.com
New drivers are released as need arises to insure maximum compatibility and opera- tion of your new Actiontec PCI Pro 56K internal modem. Find out about these and other new Actiontec products at the Actiontec web site:
http://www.actiontec.com
