NetComm AM5066 User manual

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Contents
Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................................ 3
Minimum System Requirements .................................................................................................................... 3
Package Contents......................................................................................................................................... 4
Step 1: Connecting the Modem to Your Computer ................................................................................................................ 5
Step 2: Installing Your Modem Driver ................................................................................................................................... 6
A. Windows 98:......................................................................................................................................... 6
B. Windows ME:...................................................................................................................................... 13
C. Windows XP :...................................................................................................................................... 20
D. Windows 2000 :.................................................................................................................................. 27
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................................................ 34
Send and Receive Faxes with your Modem ......................................................................................................................... 35
Specifications ................................................................................................................................................................... 36
Key Features .............................................................................................................................................. 36
Chipset Solutions........................................................................................................................................ 36
Data Mode Features.................................................................................................................................... 36
Data Modem Standards............................................................................................................................... 36
Data Compression ...................................................................................................................................... 36
Error Correction .......................................................................................................................................... 36
Fax Modulation ........................................................................................................................................... 36
Fax Control / Protocol.................................................................................................................................. 36
USB Features ............................................................................................................................................. 36
Driver Support ............................................................................................................................................ 36
Connector On-Board ................................................................................................................................... 36
Appendix A: Cable Connections.......................................................................................................................................... 37
RJ11 connector and cable........................................................................................................................... 37
605 to RJ-11 adapter ................................................................................................................................. 37
USB cable .................................................................................................................................................. 37
Appendix B: Registering your NetComm Product ................................................................................................................. 38
Contact Information .................................................................................................................................... 38
Legal & Regulatory Information.................................................................................................................... 38
Customer Information.................................................................................................................................. 38
Product Warranty ........................................................................................................................................ 39

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Introduction
Hassle-free installation for instant fastspeed connection, the NetComm Rave II 56K USB modem delivers
unparalleled high speed and a reliable 56K connection. Powered packed with advanced features, it satisfies all
your communication and telephony requirements. Installed in seconds, you do not require any external power
supply and it offers USB Plug & Play installation.
• Bus Powered. Does not requires any external power supply
• USB Hot Swappable Plug & Play installation
• Compact design for all notebooks and desktops.
Minimum System Requirements
•PC with 1 GHz processor and 256Mbytes of System Memory (RAM) or better.
•One free USB Port.
•50Mbytes hard disk space ( System files and modem drivers only ).
•CD-ROM drive.
•Windows® 98 Second Edition / Windows® Me / Windows® 2000 / Windows® XP.

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Package Contents
The following items should be contained in your Rave II 56K USB Modem Package:
•Rave II 56K USB Modem (5V DC 100mA)
•Drivers, Manuals and Utility software
•Telephone cable
•This Quick Install Guide and a
Package Contents Note
Check the contents of your package and, if any parts are missing or damaged, please contact NetComm.
•USB Cable

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Step 1: Connecting the Modem to Your Computer
The 56K USB Modem is a ‘plug-n-play’ device. You may connect your modem to your computer anytime without
having to power down your system. Connect as follows and your Operating System will automatically detect the
new hardware and prompt you for its driver.
1. Turn off your computer.
2. Take the modem out of its packaging.
3. Connect the provided USB cable to the back of the USB modem.
4. Connect the other end of the USB cable to a free USB Port socket at the back of your computer.
5. Plug the telephone line into the socket on the back of the USB modem marked LINE then plug the other end
of the cord into the wall socket.
6. Power on your computer.
7. This completes the setting up of your 56K USB Modem hardware. Please proceed to the next section for
information on Installing The Modem Drivers in Windows 98SE/ME/XP/2000.
NOTE : You need to have an account from an Internet service provider in order to connect to
Internet.
This completes the modem connections. Please proceed to Step 2.

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Step 2: Installing Your Modem Driver
A. Windows 98:
• Driver Installation :
1. Power on your computer to start Windows 98. Windows 98 will detect the newly-installed modem and a “Add
New Hardware Wizard” window will appear. Click “Cancel” to close the hardware wizard, then place your
Driver CD into the CD-ROM drive.
2. Windows system will automatically install the device driver and copy all the necessary files to your system. An
“Under Installation, please wait ..” icon will appear indicates the files copying process.

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3. A “Location Information” wizard will pop-up. Fill in your location information then click “Close” to continue.
4. A “Make New Connection” wizard will pop-up during the driver installation process. Manually enter a name
for the computer you are going to dial then click “Next” to continue.
5. Manually enter the phone number to dial then click “Next” to continue. Check your ISP for the correct phone
number and setting.

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6. The Setup Wizard will ask you to review your settings before it starts to copy necessary files to your system.
Click “Finish” if you are confirmed with your setting, or click “Back” to make any necessary changes.
7. You must restart your computer before the new setting will take effect. Click “Yes” to restart your Windows 98
system. After the Reboot and Restart process of your window system, the Modem driver installation process
will complete automatically at the same time.
8. Move your cursor as following sequence: “Start” > “Settings” > “Control Panel” and double click on the
“Modem” icon.

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9. The following window will pop-up. Click the “Diagnostics” tab and select the “USB SoftV92 Data Fax Modem
with SoftCP” from the list then click “More Info..”.
10. The following window will pop-up. The USB modem will responding to AT command set if the driver is prop-
erly installed and functioning correctly. Click “OK” to close the diagnostic process.

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• Testing your Internet connection
1. Move your cursor as following sequence: “Start” >“Programs” > “Accessories” > “Communications” > “Dial-
Up Networking”. The following window will pop-up. Double click on the “56K USB Modem Connection” icon.
2. The following window will pop-up. Manually enter your “User name” and “Password” which provided by your
ISP, then click “Connect”.
3. The following connection and authentication icon will pop-up.

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4. Launch your web browser, and enter the Google Web Address: “www.google.com” in the address field then
press “Enter”. The following Google website index page will display on your screen. This shows your 56K
Modem connection is correctly set and access to the Internet is now available.
5. Once you have successful connected to the Internet, a connected icon will automatically appears in you Win-
dow System task bar. This icon will lit when receiving or transmitting data from or to the Internet. Double click
the connection icon and the following window will be shown. Click “Disconnect” tab to end up the Internet
connection.

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• Uninstalling the Driver
1. To uninstall the 56K Modem form your system, click “Start” > “Settings” > “Control Panel” and double click
on the “Modems” icon. The following window will pop-up. Click “Remove” tab. The uninstall wizard will guides
you and remove all the necessary files from your system.

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B. Windows ME:
• Driver Installation :
1. Power on your computer to start Windows ME. Windows ME will detect the newly-installed modem and a
“Add New Hardware Wizard” window will appear. Click “Cancel” to close the hardware wizard, then place your
Driver CD into the CD-ROM drive.
2. Windows system will automatically install the device driver and copy all the necessary files to your system. An
“Under Installation, please wait ..” icon will appear indicates the files copying process.

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3. A “Location Information” wizard will pop-up. Fill in your location information then click “Close” to continue.
4. A “Make New Connection” wizard will pop-up during the driver installation process. Manually enter a name
for the computer you are going to dial then click “Next” to continue.
5. Manually enter the phone number to dial then click “Next” to continue. Check your ISP for the correct phone
number and setting.

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6. The Setup Wizard will ask you to review your settings before it starts to copy necessary files to your system.
Click “Finish” if you are confirmed with your setting, or click “Back” to make any necessary changes.
7. An “Install Finish !!” wizard will pop-up. Click “OK” to complete the Auto Installation process.
8. Move your cursor as following sequence: “Start” > “Settings” > “Control Panel” and double click on the
“Modem” icon.

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9. The following window will pop-up. Click the “Diagnostics” tab and select the “USB SoftV92 Data Fax Modem
with SmarCP” from the list then click “More Info..”.
10. The following window will pop-up. The USB modem will responding to AT command set if the driver is prop-
erly installed and functioning correctly. Click “OK” to close the diagnostic process.

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• Testing your Internet connection
1. Move your cursor as following sequence: “Start” > “Settings” > “Dial-Up Networking”. The following window
will pop-up. Double click on the “56K USB Modem Connection” icon.
2. The following window will pop-up. Manually enter your “User name” and “Password” which provided by your
ISP, then click “Connect”.
3. The following connection and authentication icon will pop-up.

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4. Launch your web browser, and enter the Google Web Address: “www.google.com” in the address field then
press “Enter”. The following Google website index page will display on your screen. This shows your 56K
Modem connection is correctly set and access to the Internet is now available.
5. Once you have successful connected to the Internet, a connected icon will automatically appears in you Win-
dow System task bar. This icon will lit when receiving or transmitting data from or to the Internet. Double click
the connection icon and the following window will be shown. Click “Disconnect” tab to end up the Internet
connection.

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• Uninstalling the Driver
1. To uninstall the 56K Modem form your system, click “Start” > “Settings” > “Control Panel” and double click
on the “Modems” icon. The following window will pop-up. Click “Remove” tab. The uninstall wizard will guides
you and remove all the necessary files from your system.

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C. Windows XP :
• Driver Installation :
1. Power on your computer to start Windows XP. Windows XP will detect the newly-installed modem and a
“Found New Hardware Wizard” window will appear. Click “Cancel” to close the hardware wizard, then place
your Driver CD into the CD-ROM drive.
2. Windows system will automatically install the device driver and copy all the necessary files to your system. An
“Under Installation, please wait ..” icon will appear indicates the files copying process.