1. Download the MDM_213.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the MDM_213.EXE file to begin the installation.
3. At the "Conexant SoftK56 Data/Fax PCI Modem Driver Utility - Welcome" box, click Continue. Several setup boxes will appear during the installation. As the files are installed, these boxes will close automatically.
4. At the "Setup Complete" screen, select "Yes, I want to restart my computer now" and click Finish.
5. As Windows restarts, the modem hardware will be redetected and the updated drivers will be installed.

The installation of the Conexant SoftK56 Data/Fax PCI Modem Driver upgrade is now complete.

NOTE: If it is necessary to reinstall the Conexant SoftK56 Data/Fax PCI Modem Drivers, you will need to first remove the MDM_213.EXE installation files. To do so, follow these steps:

1. Go to the directory where the MDM_213.EXE file was downloaded and double-click it.
2. At the "Conexant SoftK56 Data/Fax PCI Modem Driver Utility - Welcome" box, click Continue. Several setup boxes will appear during the installation. As the files are installed, these boxes will close automatically.
3. At the "Confirm File Deletion" window, click OK to remove all of its components. Please wait as the installation files are removed.
4. At the Windows Desktop, right-click the My Computer icon.
5. From the menu, select Properties.
6. At the "System Properties" window, click the Device Manager tab.
7. In the "Device Manager" tab, click the plus (+) next to the "Modem" category to expand it.
8. Under the "Modem" category, right-click the "Conexant SoftK56 Data,Fax PCI Modem" entry.
9. From the menu, click Remove.
10. At the "Confirm Device Removal" box, click OK.
11. Click "Close" to exit the "System Properties" box.
12. Follow the steps below to restart the computer.
    1. Click Start and click Shut Down.
    2. At the "Shut Down Windows" box, select "Restart" and click OK.

After the computer restarts, the modem hardware will be redetected and the modem driver update should automatically reinstall itself. If the modem driver update does not automatically reinstall, it is recommended that you reinstall the original modem driver from the Application Recovery CD that came with your computer. After the original drivers have been reinstalled, redownload and reinstall the MDM_213.EXE file.

This update resolves the issue where, while connected to the Internet, the notebook may stop responding or display a "No response" message after redialing the same phone number three times.

• To ensure that no other program interferes with the installation, save all work and close all other programs. The Taskbar should be clear of applications before proceeding.
• It is highly recommended to print out these instructions as a reference during the installation process.