Windows 95/98/NT/ME Line Test

These screen shots and instructions will help walk you through the 56k line test which is designed to determine if your phone lines are 56k compatible before you buy a 56k modem or sign up for the 56k service.  The line test is a independent service and is the exclusive property of U.S. Robotics™.  We recommend that you complete the test several times over a period of several days, as this will give you the most accurate report.

Please note: Running this line test will result in a long-distance charge on your phone bill, as the line test telephone number is not a local call.

If you have any questions about the 56k line test please Lisco or write to support@lisco.com

         

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1.  Open Hyper Terminal. 
Hyper Terminal is located off the start menu.  From the start menu go start - Programs - Accessories -HyperTerminal

In Windows 98, in Accessories you must go into Communications 1st to select Hyperterminal
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2.  Open Hypertrm
3.  Name the connection Line Test, then click ok.
4.  Make sure you change the area code from your area code to 847 and make sure for the phone number you put 330-2780
5.  Click on the Dial button to connect to 3Com's Line Test number.
6.  When prompted "Do you want graphics (Enter)=no?" just hit Enter
7.  When asked for your first name type line and hit enter.

When asked for your last name type test and hit enter.
8.  Your lines are being tested, this step may take several minutes so please be patient.
If you see this result, your phone line is not capable of making a 56k connection.
If you see this result,  your line supports a 56k connection.

To quit Hyperterminal choose Call from the
top menu and select Disconnect.

 

NOTICE:  It is recommended that you perform this test at least 10 times to get an accurate measurement of your connectability.  Remember you are calling a long distance number, which will give you different results compared to calling locally. To redial the line test, click on Call from the top menu and select Dial, which will bring up the "Connect to" window.  Repeat steps 5-8.