Linda,

What kind of modem do you have? At first thought, I
would think that you may need to get the latest
drivers for the modem.

--- Linda <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
> When I first turn my computer on in the morning or
> if I reboot it will
> recognize my modem, but after it's logged on and
> downloaded mail a couple of
> times I get this message -
>
> Could not detect modem.  It maybe in use, turned
> off, or not installed
> properly.
>
> I then have to reboot to get it to recognize it
> again.  I receive a lot of
> e-mail and have the computer set to log on, download
> my mail and then log
> off every 30 minutes without my having to be at the
> computer.  Now I have to
> constantly check it.
>
> Does this mean I need a new modem???


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