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Modem Command Guidelines (Advanced Users Only) Compaq Notebook Series Document Part Number: 267638-001 April 2002 This document, designed for programmers, software engineers, system administrators, and other advanced users, provides guidelines for working with modem commands.
Modem Command Guidelines Accessing HyperTerminal An easy way to issue commands to the modem is via HyperTerminal, included with Microsoft Windows operating systems. To access HyperTerminal: 1. If you are using Windows 98, Windows 2000, or Windows Me, select Start > Programs > Accessories > Communications >...
Modem Command Guidelines ■ Type commands following the prefix in uppercase or lowercase letters or a combination of both. ■ Always type the prefix in the same case (not ■ Enter telephone numbers with or without punctuation; for example, (123) 456-7890 or 1234567890. Identifying the Modem Type To verify which manufacturer’s modem is included with your notebook, follow these steps:...
Modem Command Guidelines Windows XP Home and Windows XP Professional: 1. Select Start. 2. Right-click My Computer > Properties > Hardware tab > Device Manager button. 3. Double-click Modems. 4. Double-click the drop-down icon and verify the manufacturer listed on the General tab. For details on modem commands, refer on this CD to Lucent/Agere Command Set or Conexant’s manual, Commands for Host-Processed or Host-Controlled Modems.
Modem Command Guidelines Repeating a Command You can repeat the last command line issued by entering the command. Because it also repeats the prefix and the enter key function, you are not required to enter the prefix or press when repeating this command. enter The last command entered remains in the command buffer until the modem is reset or power to the modem is turned off.
Modem Command Guidelines Escaping from Online Mode to Online Command Mode Use the following steps to break out of a data transfer session (online mode) and enter the online command mode. The established connection is maintained, but input is interpreted locally and not transmitted to the remote connection.
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Modem Command Guidelines e. Select Connect Using > Direct to Com ( ) where is the number of the COM port used by your modem. ✎ To verify which COM port is used by your modem, perform the following: ■ Windows XP Home and XP Professional: select Start >...