Some US Robotics Modems May Not Dial Long Numbers (132822)



The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows 95

This article was previously published under Q132822

SYMPTOMS

When you use Phone Dialer to dial a long telephone number (greater than 35 digits), all of the digits may not be dialed.

CAUSE

You are using a US Robotics Sportster 28.8 modem that does not dial more than 35 digits.

RESOLUTION

For a short-term workaround, manually dial the telephone number. Then, contact US Robotics for a firmware upgrade for your modem.

MORE INFORMATION

The US Robotics Sportster is manufactured by US Robotics, a vendor independent of Microsoft; we make no warranty, implied or otherwise, regarding this product's performance or reliability.

Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:7/24/2001
Keywords:kbHardware KB132822