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Appendix A: Removing an
Internal Modem
If you are replacing an external modem or if your computer does not
have an internal modem installed, you do not need this section.
1
Before you take out the modem, you must inform Windows that
you are going to remove it. Follow these steps:
Windows Vista, XP and 2000:
Open
Control Panel
and select
Phone and Modem Options
. If prompted, enter your Location
information. Then click the
Modems
tab, select your old modem,
and click
Remove
.
Windows Me and 98:
Click
Start
→
Settings
→
Control Panel
and select
Modems
. If prompted, enter your Location
information. In the
Modems Properties
dialog box, select your
old modem, and click
Remove
.
2
Physically remove the old modem as follows:
•
Shut down and turn off the computer.
•
Remove any cables connected to the modem.
•
Open the case of the computer.
•
If applicable, remove the screw that attaches the modem
bracket to the computer.
•
Pull the modem out of its slot.
•
Replace the computer’s case.
Return to the installation instructions.
