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Adsl modem driver
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I am considering upgrading my Windows Xp To Windows Vista, but first I need to a Vista compatible driver for my ADSL modem, because otherwise I won't be able to connect to the internet any more. My modem is from ASUS, model nr AAM6000UG/D. I filled in a contact form on the ASUS website asking if they have a Vista modem, but answer was negative. They don't mention if they are working on one, or are going to. I'll try filling in a form again, asking just that. But, my parents have an Thomsom (previous Alcatel) SpeedTouch USB modem which they don't use any more. I could use their modem, if I can find Vista drivers for it. But I can't find them either. They only thing I do find is a dutch page (http://www.speedtouch.nl/ vista_info.html) mentioning that a driver for Vista will be available soon. But I don't know what soon meens for them: within a month? within 6 months? within a year? Anyone using one of these modems and looking for (are maybe found) Vista drivers as well? Veerle |
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Adsl modem driver
My provider sent me this ADSL modem and it worked without having to install
anything http://www.billion.com/product/adsl/bipac5102sm.php "Veerle" skrev i meddelelsen ups.com... Hi, I am considering upgrading my Windows Xp To Windows Vista, but first I need to a Vista compatible driver for my ADSL modem, because otherwise I won't be able to connect to the internet any more. My modem is from ASUS, model nr AAM6000UG/D. I filled in a contact form on the ASUS website asking if they have a Vista modem, but answer was negative. They don't mention if they are working on one, or are going to. I'll try filling in a form again, asking just that. But, my parents have an Thomsom (previous Alcatel) SpeedTouch USB modem which they don't use any more. I could use their modem, if I can find Vista drivers for it. But I can't find them either. They only thing I do find is a dutch page (http://www.speedtouch.nl/ vista_info.html) mentioning that a driver for Vista will be available soon. But I don't know what soon meens for them: within a month? within 6 months? within a year? Anyone using one of these modems and looking for (are maybe found) Vista drivers as well? Veerle |
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Adsl modem driver
If a DSL modem is connected through a pci lan adapter you don't need any
drivers for the modem. You "may" need drivers for the lan adapter though. If the DSL modem is connected via a USB connection you will need drivers from the manufacturer. -- Regards, Richard Urban MVP Microsoft Windows Shell/User "Veerle" wrote in message ups.com... Hi, I am considering upgrading my Windows Xp To Windows Vista, but first I need to a Vista compatible driver for my ADSL modem, because otherwise I won't be able to connect to the internet any more. My modem is from ASUS, model nr AAM6000UG/D. I filled in a contact form on the ASUS website asking if they have a Vista modem, but answer was negative. They don't mention if they are working on one, or are going to. I'll try filling in a form again, asking just that. But, my parents have an Thomsom (previous Alcatel) SpeedTouch USB modem which they don't use any more. I could use their modem, if I can find Vista drivers for it. But I can't find them either. They only thing I do find is a dutch page (http://www.speedtouch.nl/ vista_info.html) mentioning that a driver for Vista will be available soon. But I don't know what soon meens for them: within a month? within 6 months? within a year? Anyone using one of these modems and looking for (are maybe found) Vista drivers as well? Veerle |
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Adsl modem driver
You don't need drivers for an ADSL modem/router. Depending on who you
connect through, you may need a username and perhaps a password, don't use USB to connect its for printers Ect "Veerle" wrote in message ups.com... Hi, I am considering upgrading my Windows Xp To Windows Vista, but first I need to a Vista compatible driver for my ADSL modem, because otherwise I won't be able to connect to the internet any more. My modem is from ASUS, model nr AAM6000UG/D. I filled in a contact form on the ASUS website asking if they have a Vista modem, but answer was negative. They don't mention if they are working on one, or are going to. I'll try filling in a form again, asking just that. But, my parents have an Thomsom (previous Alcatel) SpeedTouch USB modem which they don't use any more. I could use their modem, if I can find Vista drivers for it. But I can't find them either. They only thing I do find is a dutch page (http://www.speedtouch.nl/ vista_info.html) mentioning that a driver for Vista will be available soon. But I don't know what soon meens for them: within a month? within 6 months? within a year? Anyone using one of these modems and looking for (are maybe found) Vista drivers as well? Veerle |
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Adsl modem driver
Veerle!
I have not used such ADSL modem connected to USB. However, I think we should put up a warning finger to believe that we will get drivers of all old hardware for Vista. It might work, it might not, using drivers for XP. If you now must upgrade your PC, which I did not, I bought a new one for Vista, you may better consider buying a new ADSL. An ADSL you connect to the LAN card/inlet on your PC. Or even better, buy an ADSL/Router combination, then you have the start for a small LAN. I also understand that such router prevents hackers to enter yor PC, as they can only see the router when they "ping". Firewall. I used this one: http://www.misco.co.uk/applications/...115&CatId=1217 I can see the price has gone down from 120 € to 60-70€. But maybe you do not have a LAN connection on the PC, well then you must add one for 10-12€. The advantage with this solution is that the adaption program is not loaded on the PC, but on the ADSL/Router. You communicate with the ADSL/Router via the Internet browser. It is easy to handle. BR "Veerle" wrote: Hi, I am considering upgrading my Windows Xp To Windows Vista, but first I need to a Vista compatible driver for my ADSL modem, because otherwise I won't be able to connect to the internet any more. My modem is from ASUS, model nr AAM6000UG/D. I filled in a contact form on the ASUS website asking if they have a Vista modem, but answer was negative. They don't mention if they are working on one, or are going to. I'll try filling in a form again, asking just that. But, my parents have an Thomsom (previous Alcatel) SpeedTouch USB modem which they don't use any more. I could use their modem, if I can find Vista drivers for it. But I can't find them either. They only thing I do find is a dutch page (http://www.speedtouch.nl/ vista_info.html) mentioning that a driver for Vista will be available soon. But I don't know what soon meens for them: within a month? within 6 months? within a year? Anyone using one of these modems and looking for (are maybe found) Vista drivers as well? Veerle |
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Adsl modem driver
First of all: thanks to all of you for answering.
To make things clear: both modems that I spoke of are USB modems, so I do need a driver. I already ordered and received my Vista upgrade dvd, so I will install it (dual boot) and try the XP drivers first. If they don't work, I will have to activate my Vista through phone. If the Vista drivers for the Speedtouch modem come along (they are anounced to be on the way) then I can use these. But I don't feel like buying a new modem/router right now, because we have plans for a new home to be build and should be able to move there within a year and a half. Then, I want to switch from broadband ADSL to broadband cable (telenet it is in belgium) and then I only need my LAN card (which I have). It is probably a good idea to buy a router at that time for the security reasons that you mention. On 11 mrt, 19:35, af Gultarp wrote: Veerle! I have not used such ADSL modem connected to USB. However, I think we should put up a warning finger to believe that we will get drivers of all old hardware for Vista. It might work, it might not, using drivers for XP. If you now must upgrade your PC, which I did not, I bought a new one for Vista, you may better consider buying a new ADSL. An ADSL you connect to the LAN card/inlet on your PC. Or even better, buy an ADSL/Router combination, then you have the start for a small LAN. I also understand that such router prevents hackers to enter yor PC, as they can only see the router when they "ping". Firewall. I used this one:http://www.misco.co.uk/applications/...tails.asp?EdpN... I can see the price has gone down from 120 € to 60-70€. But maybe you do not have a LAN connection on the PC, well then you must add one for 10-12€. The advantage with this solution is that the adaption program is not loaded on the PC, but on the ADSL/Router. You communicate with the ADSL/Router via the Internet browser. It is easy to handle. BR "Veerle" wrote: Hi, I am considering upgrading my Windows Xp To Windows Vista, but first I need to a Vista compatible driver for my ADSL modem, because otherwise I won't be able to connect to the internet any more. My modem is from ASUS, model nr AAM6000UG/D. I filled in a contact form on the ASUS website asking if they have a Vista modem, but answer was negative. They don't mention if they are working on one, or are going to. I'll try filling in a form again, asking just that. But, my parents have an Thomsom (previous Alcatel) SpeedTouch USB modem which they don't use any more. I could use their modem, if I can find Vista drivers for it. But I can't find them either. They only thing I do find is a dutch page (http://www.speedtouch.nl/ vista_info.html) mentioning that a driver for Vista will be available soon. But I don't know what soon meens for them: within a month? within 6 months? within a year? Anyone using one of these modems and looking for (are maybe found) Vista drivers as well? Veerle |
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