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How do I install a modem?

My dad got a computer from work which had a modem but didn't seem to be working. I got a rubbish old computer from college which I took the modem out of. So now I have 2 modems but can't get them working. I don't really know what types they are to look it up on the internet. Please help.

1st) It says 3Com on it. Serial number 6kk26413b7. There is also an ea number?

2nd) Not sure what this one is. Serial number 2130-08-15050T-0182. It's got 2 phone sockets on it. 1 labelled line and 1 labelled phone.

Please PLease PLease help me

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amirinamdar

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amirinamdar

If your computer does not tell you what kind of hardware it has detected, you can use this:
http://www.lavalys.com/products/overview.php?pid=1&lang=en&pageid=1

Brett_No5

ASKER

OK. The modem is in and working. I can use internet explorer fine however not AOL. I want AOL on the computer as have contract.

It loads AOL however the pages are not displayed when trying to browse the internet. A blank screen pops up and the progress bar remains at zero.

amirinamdar

Hi,
Please let me know which step solved the problem. ALso, AOL must have given you instructions to set up your internet connection. Follow that. YOu can also speak to an AOL assistant 24/7 at 1-800-392-5180 for assistance.
Cheers!

Brett_No5

ASKER

Thanks, i'll try but not at the computer a lot at the moment. The first suggestion solved my prob. Thanks

amirinamdar

Great! Take your time.
Cheers!
:-)

amirinamdar

thanks modulo
;-)