I've heard you can connect a modem to the admin port of an R8 to avoid having to use the one built into the PCMCIA card that never works. I've been trying to connect a modem but with no success. At first I tried the 355AF adapter like you would use to connect directly to a PC and no love. I figured it would be some kind of Null Modem type of adapter, so I put one together and the modem will answer and try to connect, but never does. It would be impractical to run a dedicated cable from my workshop to my processor for a direct serial connection, so it would be nice to be able to use the existing phone wiring to dial into the partner from time to time to run backups and make occasional changes. I know I can do it all from ext 10, but where's the fun in that? I'm guessing I need a special adapter?