Installing the hardware – Comtrol RM-4 User Manual
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4 - RocketModem IV: 2000468 Rev. A
Hardware Installation and Specifications
Installing the Hardware
Installing the
Hardware
Use this procedure to install the RocketModem IV.
1.
Extract the appropriate driver for your operating system and if desired, print
the installation document. See
Before Installing the Hardware
on Page 2, if
you need the driver and documentation.
The device driver is available on the Comtrol CD shipped with the product or
can be located by using
Locating Software and User Guides
on Page 5.
You can insert the Comtrol CD, double-click on the driver, and extract the files
to your host system a new subdirectory, for example: \Comtrol.
2.
Review the information discussed in
on Page 3 and
3.
Turn your computer off and remove the system unit cover.
Note: For best results we recommend installing RocketModem IV boards one
at a time, to simplify the configuration process.
4.
Select an available PCI slot and remove the slot cover.
5.
Insert the RocketModem IV in the expansion slot making sure that it is seated
securely.
Note: The RocketModem IV is a full length card. Do not remove the support
bracket during installation. Deformation of the card due to bracket
removal is not covered by the warranty.
6.
Re-install the expansion slot cover screw.
Note: When powered up, the RocketModem IV generates significant heat. After
you install and configure the RocketModem IV, make sure the system
cover is closed and the ventilation fan is unobstructed. If you install
more than one RocketModem IV, you may want to add an additional
internal cooling fan.
7.
Connect standard RJ11 (telephone) cables between the
RocketModem IV ports and the phone line jacks. See
on Page 16 if you need information about the RJ11 pinouts.
The modem ports on the RocketModem IV mounting bracket are
numbered as shown in the illustration at right. The port on the “top”
edge of the board is modem Line 1, and the port at the “bottom” edge
of the board, nearest the bus connector, is Line 8.
8.
Power up the computer, and install and configure the device driver
for your operating system using the software installation and
configuration document for your operating system (
After you have successfully installed one RocketModem IV, you can
install additional RocketModem IV boards by repeating this process.
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