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| 227830 | 2004-04-06 20:39:00 | I have noticed recently that when I start my computer and windows is loading, when the desktop loads my modem gives the clicking sound you get when connecting. When I go to my connection and manually connect it doesn't make any noise. When I check my connection status there is no transfer evident. Is this sinister or is it a setting that has changed? Feedback appreciated. Thanx all. |
janie3 (5385) | ||
| 227831 | 2004-04-06 21:14:00 | I'm a bit rusty on modems nowadays, but it could be some sort of reset being performed to ensure correct operation. In the old days, you'd have a startup string of commands that would be sent to the modem before you'd dial out. It could be that. However, if it is the full-blown connection noise with the change of speeds and connection negotiation, then something funny is going on. I suppose it could be something like anti-virus checking for updates at startup. Have you installed anything recently that might need regular updates? Also, if you unplug the modem (assuming it is external) do you get an error message? (could just disconnect the phone cord from the wall during startup and see what happens). robo. |
robo (205) | ||
| 227832 | 2004-04-06 22:46:00 | you could have it set to simply connect at startup? the clicking noise I've herd being made by a variety of different modems. The noise is maybe from the modem getting power to connect or line noise *shrug* at lest check "startup" and the startup folder to see if any program is loaded that requires a net connection, as this may establish why the modem is connecting at startup. :) |
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