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About the Modem
Why is my modem connection slow?
Many factors can influence modem connection speed, such as:
Telephone line noise.
Incompatibility with other telephone equipment such as fax machines or other modems.
Internet Service Providers (ISP) connection capability may vary.
If you think your modem is not connecting properly to other
Contact your telephone company and ask them to verify that your telephone line is free from line noise.
If your problem is
For optimum performance, verify that your ISP point of presence (POP) telephone number is compliant with V.90 standards.
If you are having a problem connecting with your ISP, check that they are not experiencing technical problems.
Try connecting your modem through another telephone line, if available.
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