Vista - Modem won't work with vista

**Homeuser** · 04-08-2009

Hi, it might be that I have a DELL modem, but I took that out of my old DELL 8400 and installed it in my new build. I have been trying to send faxes like I used to but it keeps saying line undetetced or something like that. I know I have dial tone there as I tested it. I run the modem query and it works on the conaxant V92 fax modem side, but then when I do it on just the modem side, it won't work. Im not sure if this modem is Vista Compatible and don't know how to check it...any help would be greatly appreciated!!

Thanks in advance!!

04-08-2009

Homeuser wrote:

Quote:

>
> Hi, it might be that I have a DELL modem, but I took that out of my old
> DELL 8400 and installed it in my new build. I have been trying to send
> faxes like I used to but it keeps saying line undetetced or something
> like that. I know I have dial tone there as I tested it. I run the modem
> query and it works on the conaxant V92 fax modem side, but then when I
> do it on just the modem side, it won't work. Im not sure if this modem
> is Vista Compatible and don't know how to check it...any help would be
> greatly appreciated!!

1. What version of Vista do you have? The Home/Basic versions do not have a
built-in faxing program. You need third-party software. Many people have
said that Snappy Fax is good.

2. If you are only needing the modem to fax (i.e., you get your Internet
connectivity from DSL or cable), then just replace the modem with one that
is compatible with Vista. Make sure it has fax capabilities. PCI modems are
fairly inexpensive. You'll still need faxing software.

Malke
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MS-MVP
Elephant Boy Computers - Don't Panic!
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**Homeuser** · 04-08-2009

Naw, I have Vista Ultimate x64 and it's on here..just don't think my modem I took from my old DELL, is compatible with Vista.....I might have to look into the USB type modems...I only have 1 PCI slot and I might want that for something else in the future...Besides, I have a ton of USB ports...like 10 or more just on my case and MOBO combined...plus 2 on one of my monitors...and I also have 2 x 4port USB Hubs...one can never have enough USB ports!!! lol....
On that note, is there any way of telling if my modem is compatible?

04-08-2009

Homeuser wrote:

Quote:

>
> Naw, I have Vista Ultimate x64 and it's on here..just don't think my
> modem I took from my old DELL, is compatible with Vista.....I might have
> to look into the USB type modems...I only have 1 PCI slot and I might
> want that for something else in the future...Besides, I have a ton of
> USB ports...like 10 or more just on my case and MOBO combined...plus 2
> on one of my monitors...and I also have 2 x 4port USB Hubs...one can
> never have enough USB ports!!! lol....
> On that note, is there any way of telling if my modem is compatible?

Vista compatibility center -
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/com...y/Default.aspx

Or just Google for drivers for the old card. If you don't see any for Vista,
you know the answer.

A standalone fax machine might be a better solution for you.

Malke
--
MS-MVP
Elephant Boy Computers - Don't Panic!
http://www.elephantboycomputers.com/#FAQ

**Homeuser** · 04-08-2009

Yeah, I guess so...thanks!!!!

04-08-2009	#1 (permalink)
Homeuser Windows Vista Ultimate x64 31 posts	Modem won't work with vista Hi, it might be that I have a DELL modem, but I took that out of my old DELL 8400 and installed it in my new build. I have been trying to send faxes like I used to but it keeps saying line undetetced or something like that. I know I have dial tone there as I tested it. I run the modem query and it works on the conaxant V92 fax modem side, but then when I do it on just the modem side, it won't work. Im not sure if this modem is Vista Compatible and don't know how to check it...any help would be greatly appreciated!! Thanks in advance!!
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04-08-2009	#2 (permalink)
Malke n/a posts	Re: Modem won't work with vista Homeuser wrote: Quote: > > Hi, it might be that I have a DELL modem, but I took that out of my old > DELL 8400 and installed it in my new build. I have been trying to send > faxes like I used to but it keeps saying line undetetced or something > like that. I know I have dial tone there as I tested it. I run the modem > query and it works on the conaxant V92 fax modem side, but then when I > do it on just the modem side, it won't work. Im not sure if this modem > is Vista Compatible and don't know how to check it...any help would be > greatly appreciated!! 1. What version of Vista do you have? The Home/Basic versions do not have a built-in faxing program. You need third-party software. Many people have said that Snappy Fax is good. 2. If you are only needing the modem to fax (i.e., you get your Internet connectivity from DSL or cable), then just replace the modem with one that is compatible with Vista. Make sure it has fax capabilities. PCI modems are fairly inexpensive. You'll still need faxing software. Malke -- MS-MVP Elephant Boy Computers - Don't Panic! http://www.elephantboycomputers.com/#FAQ
My System Specs

04-08-2009	#3 (permalink)
Homeuser Windows Vista Ultimate x64 31 posts	Re: Modem won't work with vista Naw, I have Vista Ultimate x64 and it's on here..just don't think my modem I took from my old DELL, is compatible with Vista.....I might have to look into the USB type modems...I only have 1 PCI slot and I might want that for something else in the future...Besides, I have a ton of USB ports...like 10 or more just on my case and MOBO combined...plus 2 on one of my monitors...and I also have 2 x 4port USB Hubs...one can never have enough USB ports!!! lol.... On that note, is there any way of telling if my modem is compatible?
My System Specs

04-08-2009	#4 (permalink)
Malke n/a posts	Re: Modem won't work with vista Homeuser wrote: Quote: > > Naw, I have Vista Ultimate x64 and it's on here..just don't think my > modem I took from my old DELL, is compatible with Vista.....I might have > to look into the USB type modems...I only have 1 PCI slot and I might > want that for something else in the future...Besides, I have a ton of > USB ports...like 10 or more just on my case and MOBO combined...plus 2 > on one of my monitors...and I also have 2 x 4port USB Hubs...one can > never have enough USB ports!!! lol.... > On that note, is there any way of telling if my modem is compatible? Vista compatibility center - http://www.microsoft.com/windows/com...y/Default.aspx Or just Google for drivers for the old card. If you don't see any for Vista, you know the answer. A standalone fax machine might be a better solution for you. Malke -- MS-MVP Elephant Boy Computers - Don't Panic! http://www.elephantboycomputers.com/#FAQ
My System Specs

04-08-2009	#5 (permalink)
Homeuser Windows Vista Ultimate x64 31 posts	Re: Modem won't work with vista Yeah, I guess so...thanks!!!!
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