[UCLA-LUG] external modem

[chris]

On Wed, 19 Apr 2000, Leston Buell wrote:

> chris wrote:
> > when you say that, do you mean that the modem has a 25 pin connector?  or
> 
> >  if it's really a parallel port device, you're probably going to have some
> problems.
> 
> Yes, it really does have a 25 pin connector. I've set up another
> computer with a similar modem (not the same brand, but the same kind of
> connector, i think) and didn't have this problem.  I'll try to get an
> adaptor as you suggest. 

you can pick up a 9-pin to 25-pin adapter (or cable) pretty cheap from
most places, or the parts to build one even cheaper.  pc's used to
(usually) ship with two serial adapters - a 25 pin and a 9 pin.  the 9-pin
would connect a mouse and the 25 pin would connect a modem.  more or less. 
anyway.


-chris