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I have a EB-GD92 Panasonic GSM cellphone. I want to connect the cellphone to my PC. My PC configuration is Celeron 300/64Mz with a Motorola SM56 modem. What connector should I buy?
Does the connector connect to the PC modem port or USB/Serial/Parallel ports? Does it require special software? I am doing this the first time.

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Short answer for : the practical way to link an EB‑GD92 to a PC is a Panasonic "GDxx" data cable (a proprietary phone‑to‑USB lead) plus the driver/software that creates a virtual COM port on the PC. Those aftermarket USB data cables are sold to provide phone ↔ PC data transfer, but they normally require the correct driver/utility on the computer. (gsm-support.net)

Why not a normal modem/phone jack: the GD92 is a basic 2G feature phone (no Bluetooth or IR and no GPRS packet data), so it doesn’t act like a standard analog modem on an RJ‑11 modem jack. Any Internet use would be via GSM circuit‑switched data (CSD), which is very slow (about 9.6 kb/s) and often handled/billed like a voice call by carriers. For model/spec confirmation see the GD92 device listings. (imei.org)

Practical checklist (what to buy and do):

  • Buy a USB data cable explicitly listing GD92 compatibility (search for “Panasonic GD92 data cable / USB data cable — simulates COM port”). The seller description should mention a virtual COM port and supported OS/drivers. (gsm-support.net)
  • Confirm connector/pinout if needed (some listings show the Panasonic GD‑series pinout). (pinoutguide.com)
  • On the PC install the cable driver, confirm a new COM port in Device Manager, then use a terminal or Windows Dial‑Up Networking: test with AT (should return OK) and ATD<number> to dial. Example test (use your carrier’s data number or ISP): 
    AT
OK
ATD<number>;

    The cable/software side must provide a COM interface for Windows dial‑up or a vendor phone‑suite to manipulate ringtones/phonebook. (gsm-support.net)

Notes & cautions: check with the mobile carrier about CSD support and charges before attempting to use the phone for Internet (CSD may be billed per minute). Cheap or mismatched cables can damage old phones — buy a cable that explicitly lists GD92 compatibility and the required drivers. If Internet speed or reliability matters, a dedicated GPRS/EDGE USB modem or a newer phone with built‑in data will be a much better option. (en.wikipedia.org)

References: vendor cable/spec pages and pinout listings cited above.

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I hve never seen a celphone that connects to a computer ,that doesn't mean there isn't one ,but a search of your phone doesent say iy hooks up to a computer ,if you are wanting to connect it to the internet then you have to subscribe to a wireless internet server provider to use your phone for e-mail and stuff !

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My phone, actually, does connect to my computer via a USB connector provided by Motorola (that I don't have, btw). It supposedly allows me to transfer ringers and .gifs from my monitor to my mini colored cellphone screen.

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My phone, actually, does connect to my computer via a USB connector provided by Motorola (that I don't have, btw). It supposedly allows me to transfer ringers and .gifs from my monitor to my mini colored cellphone screen.

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I found the cable for 4 bucks at bargaincell. I suppose I will run into the software to use the cell to access an ISP. Thats better than wifi in some ways...

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My phone, actually, does connect to my computer via a USB connector provided by Motorola (that I don't have, btw). It supposedly allows me to transfer ringers and .gifs from my monitor to my mini colored cellphone screen.

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call motorola if you want i can get the number .. they have cable link from cell to computer w/software.. i know couse i answer this question 50 times a day to customer... ( i work for customer service )

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My phone, actually, does connect to my computer via a USB connector provided by Motorola (that I don't have, btw). It supposedly allows me to transfer ringers and .gifs from my monitor to my mini colored cellphone screen.

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thanks for the responses. I am still looking for shareware software to setup the driver. I have the cable.

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I have a EB-GD92 Panasonic GSM cellphone. I want to connect the cellphone to my PC. My PC configuration is Celeron 300/64Mz with a Motorola SM56 modem. What connector should I buy?
Does the connector connect to the PC modem port or USB/Serial/Parallel ports? Does it require special software? I am doing this the first time.

After looking over the (PDF format), I see nothing about any kind of computer connection...

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have you tryed with you service providers website and or your manufatures...

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