56K Drivers for Lucent Modem === Description === This update package installs an updated version of drivers for the Lucent modem in your Aptiva. The update requires about 2.5MB of hard drive space.Once you have installed these drivers, your modem will comply with the ITU draft V.90 specification dated 2/98. You may experience increased performance from your modem after installing these drivers; however, many factors will affect your modem connection speed. We have developed a set of Frequently Asked Questions (v90faq.txt) that address some of the factors required for a high speed modem connection and other V.90 considerations. We strongly recommend that you review this information. You should print this file (readme.txt) for reference before proceeding. === TO INSTALL THIS UPDATE === 1) Download the file lt518a.exe onto your hard drive.2) Select Start -> Find -> Files and folders.3) Type lt518a.exe in the search box, then click on Find Now. This will locate the lt518a.exe file you just downloaded.4) Double-click on the icon labeled lt518a.exe. Carefully read the license agreement. Follow the prompts to proceed with the installation.5) Please restart your machine when requested to do so. === TO VERIFY SUCCESSFUL INSTALLATION === To test successful installation, do the following: 1) From the Windows desktop, right-click on the 'My Computer' icon, and select Properties from the pop-up menu. 2) Select the 'Device Manager' tab. 3) Double-click on 'Modem'. 4) Double-click on 'LT Win Modem'. 5) Select the Driver tab. 6) Select the 'Driver File Details...' button. 7) The 'File version' should be 5.18. === NOTES AND CONSIDERATIONS === The capability of the modem you purchased with your Aptiva system should be reflected in the sales literature that came with your PC. If your Aptiva does not have a 56K-upgradeable Lucent modem, these new drivers will not make your 33.6K Lucent modem perform at "56K type" speeds. Also, if you have a 33.6K Lucent modem and you install these drivers; then the identifier in Device Manager-Modem will change from "AT&T Winmodem" to "LT Winmodem". You need to re-select the modem in your communication application(s) after applying this update. Contact your communications software providers for assistance with set-up if you have any problems. === DUN Objects === After applying this update, some of your applications that use the modem may require modifications. Specifically, any applications that utilize Dial-Up Networking (DUN) objects. For instance, if you try to use IBM Update Connector without first being connected to the Internet, and you run into problems, you may need to do the following: 1) Double-click on the 'My Computer' icon on your Windows desktop. 2) Double-click on the 'Dial-Up Networking' icon in the 'My Computer' folder. If the DUN Wizard window opens, close it. 3) Right-click on the 'Reserved connection (do not use)' icon, and select Properties from the pop-up menu. 4) Select the 'Configure...' button. 5) If the 'Only connect at this speed' checkbox is selected (has a check mark), deselect it. If this procedure does not enable you to connect, try renaming the DUN object, then running the application. You may need to perform the steps described above for other applications that use DUN objects, such as IBM Global Network (IBM Internet Connection), or other Internet service providers (ISPs). You may also need to re-create the DUN object using the DUN 'Make New Connection' wizard, or re-setup your ISP software. Please contact your ISP for help if you have trouble connecting after the installation of this update.