Hello, The problem with using pcmcia modems is still present with the present cooker kernel and card services software. (cooker update this afternoon). If the computer is started with the modem in the slot, it will come up busy when you try to use it. Using modprobe to unload and reload the module will allow it to work.
Ejecting the card when it's in the locked up state will crash the system. If whoever is troubleshooting these things wants files / logs / etc, please e-mail me. Vinny