How Do You Buy And Install An Internal Modem (Windows 95 And 98)?
Explore the Internet from your home computer by installing an internal modem. Internal modems are on add-on (expansion) cards that connect directly to the motherboard. The following instructions apply to an IBM-compatible computer using Windows 95 or 98. Turn off and unplug the computer. Remove the cover. Check the motherboard for available ISA or PCI slots (also called expansion slots). Your computer manual can help you identify the slots you have. Record this information. Buy an internal modem at your local computer store. Determine if you want a PCI or ISA modem. Your decision depends on how many of each slot type you have available and what other devices you plan to add to the system. Also note that PCI modems are generally more expensive. Look for a modem that has at least 28.8 kbps speed for Internet use, preferably 56 kbps; higher speeds will make Web browsing more enjoyable. Modems at 56 kbps are readily available and reasonably priced. Remove the modem card from its packaging.
