Multi-Tech Systems MT2834ZDX 사용자 설명서
Chapter 4 – Troubleshooting
Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MT2834ZDX User's Guide
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Chapter 4 – Troubleshooting
Your MultiModemZDX modem was thoroughly tested at the factory before it was shipped. If you are unable to make a
successful connection, or if you experience data loss or garbled characters during your connection, it is possible that
the modem is defective. However, it is more likely that the source of your problem lies elsewhere. The following
symptoms are typical of problems you may encounter:
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None of the LEDs light when the modem is on.
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The modem does not respond to commands.
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The modem dials but cannot connect.
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The modem disconnects while online.
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The modem cannot connect when answering.
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File transfer is slower than it should be.
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Data is being lost.
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There are garbage characters on the monitor.
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Fax and data programs can’t run at the same time.
If you experience problems, please check the following possibilities before calling Technical Support
(see Appendix C).
(see Appendix C).
None of the LEDs Light When the Modem Is On
When you turn on the ZDX, the LED indicators on the front panel should flash briefly as the modem runs a self-
test. If the LEDs remain off, the modem is probably not receiving power.
test. If the LEDs remain off, the modem is probably not receiving power.
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Make sure the modem’s power switch is on, especially if you normally turn on the modem by turning on a
power strip.
power strip.
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If the power supply is plugged into a power strip, make sure the power strip is plugged in and its power
switch is on. Make sure the power supply module is firmly connected to the modem and to the wall outlet or
power strip.
switch is on. Make sure the power supply module is firmly connected to the modem and to the wall outlet or
power strip.
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If the power strip is on and the modem switch is on, try moving the modem power supply to another outlet on
the power strip.
the power strip.
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Test that the outlet is live by plugging a lamp into it.
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The modem or power supply may be defective. If you have another Multi-Tech modem, try swapping
modems. If the problem goes away, the first modem or power supply may be defective. Call Technical
Support for assistance.
modems. If the problem goes away, the first modem or power supply may be defective. Call Technical
Support for assistance.
CAUTION: Do not under any circumstance replace the power supply module with one designed for another
product, as it can damage the modem and void your warranty.
product, as it can damage the modem and void your warranty.
The Modem Does Not Respond to Commands
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Make sure the modem is plugged in and turned on. (See “None of the Indicators Light when the Modem Is
On.”)
On.”)
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Make sure you are issuing the modem commands from a data communication program, either manually in
terminal mode or automatically by configuring the program. (You cannot send commands to the modem
from the DOS prompt.)
terminal mode or automatically by configuring the program. (You cannot send commands to the modem
from the DOS prompt.)
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Make sure you are in terminal mode in your data communication program, then type AT and press ENTER.
If you get an OK response, your connections are good, and the problem likely is in the connection setup in
your communication program.
If you get an OK response, your connections are good, and the problem likely is in the connection setup in
your communication program.
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Try resetting your modem by turning it off and on.
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If you don’t get an OK, the problem may still be in the communication program. Make sure you have done
whatever is necessary in your software to make a port connection. Not all communication programs connect
to the COM port automatically. Some connect when the software loads and remain connected until the
program terminates. Others can disconnect without exiting the program. The modem’s TR indicator lights to
show that the software has taken control of the modem through the COM port.
whatever is necessary in your software to make a port connection. Not all communication programs connect
to the COM port automatically. Some connect when the software loads and remain connected until the
program terminates. Others can disconnect without exiting the program. The modem’s TR indicator lights to
show that the software has taken control of the modem through the COM port.