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Modem and Network Connections Using the Modem (selected models) Using the Modem (selected models) You can connect your notebook's built-in modem (selected models) or a PC Card or external modem to a telephone line and communicate with other notebooks throughout the world. You can explore the Internet, send and receive e-mail messages, and use your PC to send and receive faxes. Your notebook contains several software programs that work with your modem: ? ? Internet Explorer, for browsing the World Wide Web. ? ? Outlook Express, for sending and receiving e-mail messages. ? ? Windows XP Fax Services fax software for sending and receiving faxes. Selected notebook models include a high-speed 56-Kbps modem. It allows you to connect to any Internet Service Provider (ISP) or modem network that has V.90 interoperable modems. Check with your ISP for a list of telephone numbers that support V.90. Note that the maximum speed for faxing is 14.4 Kbps. Even though the modem is capable of downloading at 56 Kbps, your ISP or modem network may not operate at this speed or support this technology. Please check with your service provider for details. Furthermore, transmission rates depend on the condition of the telephone line. CAUTION To connect the modem To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunications line cord to connect the modem to the telephone wall jack. 1. Make sure the telephone line is an analog line (sometimes called a data line). You must not use a digital line. 2. Connect the telephone cord to the built-in modem. 54 Reference Guide