DAC

Hello - I have been given an old laptop for my paresnts to play on

now it doesnt have a RJ11 (usual 56k modem connection I believe) but it does have a USB port

on the hardware section of the control panel it does say it had a 56k modem ?

1 - is it possible that the USB port will be the 56k modem connection

2 - if not - how do I connect to internet (not broadband) can you get external 56k modems to plug into USB port - or will it need a 56k modem fitting inside ?

sorry if this is basic - but I am your Mr average when it comes to computers and never had a laptop

thanks
David

KiwiGTI

1. No
2. External USB modem or PCMCIA card (which is why it may already say it has a modem because someone may have installed it and removed the card)

*Sonic*

The PCMCIA card might still be there, just might not have the lead for it

Otherwise it may have an exclamation mark against the device saying it isnt present

DAC

CHEERS for replies

I will try dial up connection thro USB port if I can get a lead
and take it from there

thanks
david