Toshiba L500D Laptop User Manual


 
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Operating Basics
Modem Selection
If the computer cannot recognize the internal modem, a dialog box is
displayed from which you should select the appropriate communications
port for your modem to use.
Dialing Properties
You should select this item in order to display the dialing properties.
Connecting the modular cable
To connect the modem's modular cable, follow the steps as detailed below:
1. Plug the end of the modular cable into the computer's modem jack.
2. Plug the other end of the modular cable into a telephone jack.
Figure 4-10 Connecting the internal modem
Disconnecting the modular cable
To disconnect the modular cable, follow the steps as detailed below:
1. Pinch the lever on the plug in the telephone jack and pull it out from
within the connector.
If you are using the computer in Japan, the Telecommunications Business
Law requires that you select Japan region mode. It is illegal to use the
modem in Japan with any other selection.
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.
Do not pull on the cable or move the computer while the cable is
connected.