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Sentia 223 Modem disappeared?

post #1 of 10
3/4/06 at 5:41pm
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I have a sentia 223 and my modem just stoped working. Somehow it isn't even in the device manager, and if I reinstall the drivers it doesn't recognize that I even have a modem(56k). Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated.
Specs:
1.8 Centrino
1GB Ram
7200RPM HD
DVD Burner

Also, is there a way to pop it open without voiding the warranty?
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post #2 of 10
3/4/06 at 6:09pm
If 'twere me, I'd just back up an' reformat, see what happens after, or call the techies an' have it all be on their bill.
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post #3 of 10
3/5/06 at 3:50pm
I'm not sure if this applies to you, but I had a similar problem with my old Dell. I accidently disabled the modem in BIOS, and then windows had no idea there was even a modem installed.
Maybe take a little peek to see if you may have done the same. If not, I think you'll be calling AW soon
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post #4 of 10
3/6/06 at 11:51pm
if bios, or os-reinstall = nogo, then its hardware and ur f'd.....hope u got warranty(send it in) otherwise its dead 4 good, usually modem is integrated on lappie MB so no quick replacement.

Another thing is try like knoppix, see if it works then, thatll help u trublshoot/
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post #5 of 10
3/7/06 at 6:52pm
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Thanks. I really do not have the time to reformat anytime soon, so I am looking for other options. I don't really use my modem that often anyways, I have DSL at work. It would be easier to just buy a card for my PCMI slot.
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post #6 of 10
3/7/06 at 10:01pm
Just to be sure, you have nothing in device manager that shows up as "other device", right?

Do what Archalien suggests with Knoppix. It does not require a reformat of the OS.

Knoppix is a free download.

Boot into Knoppix and run Linux from CD without installing. It's a good method to test your problem.

Get a wireless card and you can connect almost everywhere.

I just looked at my laptop and realized that i have a modem. Never knew it was even there. LOL


What's up Archalien!?! I have to talk to you about PHP forums for my website.
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post #7 of 10
3/8/06 at 9:54pm
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Thanks I will do that. I personally think it died, but I will definately continue persuing other options.
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post #8 of 10
3/9/06 at 3:45pm
every option u need has ben listed??????
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post #9 of 10
3/9/06 at 8:08pm
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I will try Knoppix tonight and come back with the results. I really only get a chance to post once a day, so thanks for your patience.
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post #10 of 10
3/10/06 at 6:16pm
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I have the DVD version of Knoppix and was able to boot into linux with no problems but how do I find out if my modem is functioning or if it even finds it? I have had only limited experience with Linux.
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