Various modems are increasingly being used to access the Internet. Usually, this equipment works with networks of cellular operators (3G and 4G) and a wireless Wi-Fi channel. Like other devices, modems work stably only if there are suitable drivers.
Necessary
Access to the Internet
Instructions
Step 1
Connect the modem to a personal computer or laptop. External devices are usually connected to the USB interface. To improve the signal level, extension cords of the appropriate format are often used.
Step 2
Internal modems are connected to the computer's motherboard through a PCI slot. Follow this procedure if you are using a PCI Wi-Fi module. Turn on your computer and wait for the OS to boot up.
Step 3
After that, the process of initializing the new hardware should begin. Wait until a message appears indicating that the device has been successfully installed or that the required drivers are missing.
Step 4
Activate your internet connection. Launch your internet browser. Go to the website of the company that makes this modem. In most cases, these resources contain a section where drivers are located.
Step 5
Use the quick search form to facilitate the selection of software. Before downloading the suggested applications, make sure that they are designed to work with the version of the operating system you are using.
Step 6
Install the modem control program by running the downloaded installer file. After completing this process, restart your computer. Make sure the modem is stable. To do this, connect to a wireless access point or operator's network.
Step 7
Sometimes driver files can be provided as an archive. They cannot be installed by running a single exe file. Open Device Manager. Find the required modem in the list of devices and select it with the right mouse button.
Step 8
Sometimes driver files can be provided as an archive. They cannot be installed by running a single exe file. Open Device Manager. Find the required modem in the list of devices and select it with the right mouse button.
