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by lengwei6803

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I've a special modem cable to be used in this situation where
i would like to connect two PC into a Modem.I want to avoid plug in and plug out on the both computer and using 2 way data switch.I would like to know is it possible to connect 1 modem into 2 PC using 2 female head connector.
Thank you.

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by ceo_race

I don't think you would want to do this if both computers are running. I do think your switch idea would wourk, but why not use Internet connection sharing for this, then you could use the modem on both computers at the same time.

by mckaytech

This probably will not work because you'll have the computers fighting over the control pins of the serial connection. For example, when one computer makes the DTR pin go low, the other will try to keep it high and the poor modem won't know what todo.

The best answer will depend on the exact problem you're trying to solve, but either modem-sharing software or a data switch could be reasonable solutions. But a simple Y-cable won't do it.

paul

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