I am thinking about getting Yahho DSL. I now have NetZero Dialup but I'm having problems and they suck when it comes down to helping me. I read up on yahoo dsl and it said if you order the service they send you the installation kit. The kit includes CD, Modem (if you want) etc....... Do i need to order a Modem? Do'nt my pc have a modem already--That's how i connect using dail up?
I'm not good when it comes to pc's can someone give advice?
2006-09-20 04:27:19 · 5 answers · asked by ? 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Internet
Your modem is different from the DSL modem. You need to install the entire package that Yahoo! DSL will send you. It's very easy, so don't worry too much.
2006-09-20 04:36:37 · answer #1 · answered by da_maestro 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You're right in saying your computer has a modem... But this modem you're currently using is a voice/data modem (use for dial up) and does not know how to convert dsl digital signals. That's why SBC is sending you a DSL modem (free of charge) to use with their service.
Note: There are seperate modems for DSL (called DSL modems), Cable, and Dial-Up.
The kit that SBC will provide you is a step-by-step manual on how to connect your computer to the internet using their service (DSL). Usually, a technician comes down to your location, program something in the back of your house, like install a chip that will receive digital signal, so when you setup your connection, you'll be able to connect to your ISP (SBC).
Don't stress to much about it. This Do-It-Yourself kit is relatively easy to setup. And SBC has pretty good customer service if you need assistance.
2006-09-20 11:29:12 · answer #2 · answered by HotRod 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
your modem is for phone dialup
SBC sends you a dsl modem, it converts your phone line to take dsl. Yes, you need the modem. Also be sure your computer has an ethernet card. If not, you need to buy one and install it, or ask someone to do it for you.
2006-09-20 11:35:48 · answer #3 · answered by GirlUdontKnow 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is a different modem for dsl connection
2006-09-20 11:30:11 · answer #4 · answered by roxassnake16 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You will need the modem...it is a DSL modem and completely different than the modem you have.
2006-09-20 11:32:30 · answer #5 · answered by Yoi_55 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋