Step 6 – install the modem driver, Installing the modem driver in windows xp/2003, Introduction – Multi Tech Equipment GPRS USB User Manual

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Chapter 3 – Using Your Wireless Modem

Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem GPRS USB Wireless Modem User Guide

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Step 6 – Install the Modem Driver

Introduction

Compatibility:

This wireless MultiModem is compatible with Windows Operating Systems 2000/2003/XP and

Linux.

Windows Drivers:

The wireless MultiModem USB driver must be installed in your computer’s program directory.

The procedure differs depending on the operating system and how it is set up. The drivers are located on the
MultiModem CD.

Linux Drivers:

Linux Operating System drivers are also located on the CD in the Linux directory. Refer to the

Readme file (also in the Linux directory) for the correct driver file and installation guide for your
distribution/version of Linux.

Overview of Windows Driver Installation:

Three install wizards guide you through the software Installation in

this order:

Part A

installs the USB Driver.

Part B

associates the PC port with the USB Driver, and finally

Part C

installs the modem .inf file.


Installing the Modem Driver in Windows XP/2003

This installation assumes a Windows XP or Windows 2003 operating system. Windows XP/2003 are identical in
the methods they use for installing modem drivers.

Part A for Windows XP/2003: Installing the USB Driver

1.

Connect the USB cable between the MultiModem and the PC.

2.

Insert the MultiModem CD into your CD-ROM drive. The CD uses the Autorun feature, and
after a brief delay, the MultiModem Setup – Welcome screen appears. Close the Welcome
screen.

In some situations the operating system will display a Found New Hardware Wizard screen and
asks you: Can Windows connect to Windows Update to search for software?

Select

No, not this time. Then click Next.

3.

The Found New Hardware Wizard screen now displays the TUSB3410 Serial Port device. This
is the first of three New Hardware Wizards that will appear.

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