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When a serial port is used by an external modem the serial port is called the?
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In the past external modems connected to the COM (or serial) port.
However, most modern external hardware is USB these days, modems are no exception.
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When a serial port is used by an external modem what is the modem called in the documentation?
DTEhttp://www.flashcardmachine.com/hardware.html~tekno
What two ports are most often used to connect an external modem to a PC?
Serial and USB ports are most often used to connect an external modem to a PC.
An external modem connects to a computer using which port?
In the past external modems connected to the COM (or serial) port. However, most modern external hardware is USB these days, modems are no exception.
Which port is often used for an external modem or a serial mouse?
it can be usb, or PS/2 usb is better more commen and newer, faster and works on any windows PC that has usb PS/2 is older but still works, less commen, used on all windows computers that don't use usb. e.g. windows 98
Difference between internal and external modem?
An internal modem is going to be one which fits into a PCI or other expansion slot on your computer and thus communicates directly with the BUS on your motherboard. An external modem connects to a computer via a serial port, parallel port or USB port. This means it will need to go through a controller chip before being allowed access to the main system BUS. If you are referring to analog modems (aka, dial up) then the difference will be very little. It is more important to get a "Hardware" modem and not a "Win" modem which uses the CPU of your machine to emulate a controller chip, thus causing it to slow down slightly. Of course on modern PC's this is negligible. If you mean a modem for DSL or Cable for example most will be external. Usually connected to a router of some kind and then fed to your computer(s) with network cables which would be transparent to the computer. Hope this helps!
When a serial port is used by an external modem what is the modem called in the documentation?
DTEhttp://www.flashcardmachine.com/hardware.html~tekno
What two ports are most often used to connect an external modem to a PC?
Serial and USB ports are most often used to connect an external modem to a PC.
How do you view the port setting for an external modem using a serial port?
In Device Manager, right-click the serial port labled Communications Port (COM1), and select Properties. Select Port Settings tab.
An external modem connects to a computer using which port?
In the past external modems connected to the COM (or serial) port. However, most modern external hardware is USB these days, modems are no exception.
The main chip around which a serial port or an internal modem is built?
It's called south bridge.
A serial port can hook up devices such as external modems and label printers What is this port usually called?
COM
What connection is used to connect the wire to a dial-up modem?
Depending on how old the modem is, it may connect to the serial port, the USB port, or an internal connector.
What is the function of modem card to the CPU?
A modem is a serial port interface to a telephone line, allowing you to create dialup connections to other modem equipped computers. Often, a modem card includes a serial port interface, a COM port. The term modem has also become applicable to other interfaces, such as DSL modems and cable modems, though that usage is tenuous in some cases. Modem stands for Modulator/Demodulator.
What is a device used by serial port?
One example is a serial modem, though somewhat outdated today.
What do you do when your built-in modem is not functional?
If you have an open slot, simply add another modem. Make sure the modem is correct for the slot type. OR, if you have a USB port available, get an external USB modem.
What do some older motherboards provide and often used for external modem?
Using the com port
Is a serial port typically used to connect an external modern?
Yes.
