How to identify your modem Windows 98 and ME, 2000 and XP , NT

If you are using Windows, to determine what modem you are using you can go to the Control Panel and double click the Modem icon. Instructions are below. You can also check the System Properties -> Device Manager to identify the modem you are using. For additional help using the System Properties, please use the built-in Windows help which is available from the Start menu.

Note: You can also query the modem using ATi commands from the Modem Control Panel or using Hyperterminal. 

Windows 98 and ME

1. Go to Start -> Settings -> Control Panel.
2. Double click the Modem icon. Your modem will be listed on the General tab. Note: If the modem is listed as a "Standard" modem, you are not using the appropriate driver for your modem.

Windows 2000 and XP

1. Double click My Computer.
2. Double click the Control Panel.
3. Double click Phone and Modem Options.
4. Click the Modems tab. Your modem will be listed. Note: If the modem is listed as a "Standard" modem, you are not using the appropriate driver for your modem.

Windows NT

1. Double click My Computer.
2. Double click the Control Panel.
3. Double click the Modems icon. Your modem will be listed on the General tab. Note: If the modem is listed as a "Standard" modem, you are not using the appropriate driver for your modem.

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