How to Install PCMCIA Modem Cards

Personal Computer Memory Card InternationalRemove the PCMCIA modem card from its
Association (PCMCIA) cards are frequentlyantistatic packaging. Insert the card when directed
referred to as PC Cards or as ExpressCards.to do so by the installation program.
Although manufacturers produce PCMCIA slotsAllow Windows the opportunity to detect and to
for desktop computers, most PCMCIA users areinstall the drivers for the card, then finish the
laptop computer owners. Most recent PCMCIAinstallation.
cards are plug-and-play compatible, meaning thatInstall Non-Plug-and-Play Modems
Windows will automatically detect and install theInsert your PCMCIA modem. Click on "Start," then
appropriate drivers after you insert the card into"Control Panel." Click on "Classic View" in the left
the slot on your computer.Sierra Wireless MC5725column if applicable.
PCI-E CDMA WWAN Modem Card OriginalDouble-click "Add New Hardware." Click
If you have a plug-and-play device and do not"Next."Panasonic Toughbook 18 PCI-E CDMA
need to install special software, as with mobileWWAN Modem Card(Sierra Wireless MC5725
broadband modem cards, simply insert yourPCI-E CDMA WWAN Modem Card Original)
modem card into your PCMCIA slot and allowClick on "Install the hardware that I select
Windows to detect and to install the drivers formanually from a list." Press "Next."
the card.Select "PCMCIA adapters." Click "Next."
Installing a Mobile Broadband ModemSelect the manufacturer in the left column and
Boot up your computer. Insert the installation diskthe model in the right column, then click "Next"
that shipped with your PCMCIA modem card orand follow the onscreen prompts to complete the
download and double-click the required softwareinstallation. Press the "Have Disk" button if you do
for your card.not see your manufacturer and model, then
Follow the onscreen prompts to begin thenavigate to and double-click your PCMCIA modem
installation.150/300Mbps 802.11n PCI Wireless LANcard's driver.
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