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Error Message: Port already open

2.

Error Message: Modem in use by another application

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Error Message: No dialtone

 

1.

Error Message: Port already open

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Reason

 

This happens because of two main reasons: either the modem is in use, or it is configured on the wrong COM port, and there is something else using that port, such as a serial mouse.

 

Resolution

 

To resolve this problem, either hang up if the modem is in use, or see the Onlinehelp section on modems to reconfigure your modem for the correct COM port.

 

2.

Error Message: Modem in use by another application

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Reason

 

This normally happens when the computer tries to dial to one number when it is already connected to another, for example trying to connect to one ISP whilst still connected to another.

 

Resolution

 

To resolve this problem, simply disconnect from the first ISP before dialling the next.

 

3.

Error Message: No dialtone

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Reason

 

When this occurs, it is normally when a modem is plugged into a phone extension rather than the original wall socket, or services such as call divert are active as sometimes they sound a different dial tone. You can get the modem to dial even if there is no dialtone.

 

Resolution

 

In the Advanced Connection Settings of the Modem Properties page, there is a box labelled Extra Settomgs. In here, type AT&FX0 and choose OK. This should force the modem to dial even if it doesn't detect a dialtone.

 
             
 

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