Operating Basics

Modem

This section describes how to connect and disconnect the internal modem to and from a telephone jack.

■Connection to any communication line other than an analog phone line could cause a computer system failure.

■Connect the built-in modem only to ordinary analog phone lines.

■Never connect the built-in modem to a digital line (ISDN).

■Never connect the built-in modem to the digital connector on a public telephone or to a digital private branch exchange (PBX).

■Never connect the built-in modem to a key telephone system for residences or offices.

■Avoid using your computer modem with the telephone cable connected during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.

Modem functions cannot be used in models which are not equipped with a modem.

Region selection

Telecommunication regulations vary from one region to another, so you will need to make sure the internal modem’s settings are correct for the region in which it will be used.

The built-in modem can be used only in specified countries and regions. Using the modem in an area not specified for use may cause a system failure. Check the specified areas carefully before using it.

To select a region, follow the steps as detailed below:1.Click Start ->Control Panel. Select Large icons or Small icons in View by.2.Click Phone and Modem.

When you open Phone and Modem for the first time, a dialog box will be displayed, prompting you to specify the location from which you will be dialing.

3.In the Dialing Rules tab, select a location from the Locations list and then click Edit.

4.In the General tab, select a country or region from the Country/region list and click OK.

5.Click OK in the Phone and Modem window.

Please check whether the region you are going to select is supported by this computer. If you select a region that is not supported, the local setting of the modem will default to the United States.

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