Dial up modem and iCloud

I use a dial up modem in a remote location.  Will my dial up modem functionality be affected if I turn on iCloud?

Hi Orpheus,
Welcome to the Apple.com discussion boards. I'm not quite clear what you're saying here.. are you saying:
1) The plugs physically don't fit in at the same time? or
2) When you plug in the Power, the dialup session disconnects?
If you mean 1), I suggest you get a new phone cable, as I have never had any problems like that. If you mean 2), again, I'd suggest a new phone cable. There may be some electromagnetic interferance.

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