a prob which not even techys online can solve

[roho]

Oi!!!

You have RE-INSTALLED the mobo drivers after the format have'nt' you?............and if you have, have you ensured that your pci modem is on COM3 or above (if on XP).....and is your moden XP compat? If all above is yes..then put your hand in your pocket and get a new one.....they aren't expensive.....and will save you many a headache....been there done that got the T-shirt (and the lost hours of my life that a few quid/dollars would fix in an instant)...time is more precious than poxy modem problems.

 

[sPlAtOiD]

If you have a AMD you might need to install the VIA drivers.
http://www.viaarena.com/?PageID=300 Whenever you reformat you need to reinstall your motherboard drivers.

 

[nemesis2004]

I couldn't help noticing you said downloaded 98.. legitimately of cause

You do realise in most countries that is entirely illigal?

 

[ATIRAGEPRO]

Wah?

maybe you should just get a wireless web router.

 

[bravo2]

downloaded 98!! ha...