To connect the cable between the modem and the telephone service line:

1Plug one end of a modem cable into the modem connector on the back of the PC. This connector may be labeled with either Line or a modem connector symbol.

2Plug the other end of the cable into the telephone service line jack on the wall.

3On modems with a Telephone Line switch, make sure the switch is in position 1.

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HP Pavilion home PC

Back of PC

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Telephone Modem connector (optional)

Telephone cable

Modem cable

(optional)

 

Wall jack

Telephone (optional)

You can also connect a telephone to the other connector on the modem (optional). By connecting a telephone to the modem, you can make regular (voice) telephone calls when you are not using the modem — even if the PC is turned off.