I've had several people at my job, and out of work ask me this question. Im a PC Tech so I expect it. Anyway, Im going to post it on here along with other common issues so maybe some of you that have this problem, can get it resolved.
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ISSUE: Modem Connection Problems / Not Connecting at 56k
OS AFFECTED: Windows 9x
RESOLUTION: Modems have a relatively small on-board cache and data buffer. The following settings allow the modem to access some of the system RAM to use as cache during times of high modem activity. Go into your system.ini file. Locate the following: [386Enh]. This step is very useful for windows based modems, 56k connections that only register 28.8k
If your modem is on Com 1, on the line directly below the [386Enh] add this:
Com1Irq4Buffer=1024
If your modem is on Com 2, on the line directly below the [386Enh] add this:
Com2Irq3Buffer=1024
If your modem is on Com 3, on the line directly below the [386Enh] add this:
Com3Irq4Buffer=1024
If your modem is on Com 4, on the line directly below the [386Enh] add this:
Com4Irq3Buffer=1024
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*tired of typing*
Ok, there you have it. Hopefully some of you will get your issue resolved.