User Guide
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The cards are flash upgradeable for fast and easy feature enhancements
should technology change in the future. The flash upgrade utility is
included in the optional cellular cable kit to load cellphone drivers into the
flash. The utility may also be obtained by contacting Simple Technology.
Also included with the cards are communications software for either
Windows␣ 3.x (when used with Microsoft MS-DOS
®
5.0 or later) and
Windows 95, or MacOS System 7. Currently, software for MacOS System
7 does not support the cellular and voice features on the cards. For OS/2
Warp or Windows NT, use the cards with your favorite communications
software compatible to OS/2 Warp or Windows NT. Communications
software provides a user interface for the modem. Packaged with the
card is an installation sheet for the communications software.
The 14.4 Communicator
The
14.4 Communicator
is a modem PC Card that features 14.4 Kbps
data transfer, 14.4 Kbs fax, cellular-ready and voice capabilities.
The PC Card allows you to send and receive data and fax. For PC
compatibles, the PC Card is cellular ready, featuring MNP10 EC. With an
optional cellphone cable, you can use the data, fax, and voice features of
the card with a cellular phone. The voice capabilities of the card allow
you to use your computer as an answering machine.
The PC Card works with PCMCIA Release 2.1 (or higher) Type II
specifications, standard on most laptop and notebook computers. The PC
Card works with the Card and Socket Services already installed with
Windows NT and Windows 95.
The PCMCIA standard facilitates hardware installation—just plug the
card into your computer socket. For Windows 3.x, Windows 95, and
OS/2 Warp, the card features Plug n’ Play. This allows you to install the
card with your operating system already running.
The credit-card size and easy installation of the card makes it ideal for
carrying the modem between computers. This allows you to buy one
modem for use with several computers.
Also included with the card is communications software for Windows
3.x (when used with Microsoft MS-DOS 5.0 or later) and Windows 95.
For OS/2
Warp or Windows NT, use the card with your favorite com-
munications software compatible to OS/2 Warp or Windows NT.
Communications software provides a user interface for the modem.
Packaged with the card is an installation sheet for the communications
software provided with the card.