StarTech.com USB 2.0 Fax Modem - 56K External Hardware Dial Up V.92 Modem/ Dongle/Adapter - Computer/Laptop Fax Modem - USB to Telephone Jack - USB Data Modem - Network Fax/CMR/POS - TAA
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StarTech USB 2.0 Fax Modem - 56K External Hardware Dial Up V.92 Modem/ Dongle/Adapter - Computer/Laptop Fax Modem - USB to Telephone Jack - USB Data Modem - Network Fax/CMR/POS , TAA (USB56KEMH2)
Part USB56KEMH2 · UPC 065030866477
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Add to cart Continue browsing- DIAL-UP & FAX SUPPORT: Hardware-based USB 2.0 Fax modem adds data and fax functionality to your computer / laptop via USB without putting additional load on your CPU; For faxing, rural internet access, security systems, POS credit authorization
- VOICE AND CALLER ID SUPPORT: Make and receive phone calls through your desktop / laptop computer; This portable USB modem supports Caller ID functionality and is compatible with most dial-up ISP (Internet Service Provider) networks
- DATA/FAX MODE SUPPORT: Data: V.92, V.90, V.34, V.32bis, V.32, V.22bis, V.22, V.23, V.21 Bell 212A & Bell 103; Fax: V.17, V.29, V.27, V.21 Ch 2, EIA/TIA 578 Class 1 and T.31 Fax Class 1.0; DTMF support
- TECH SPECS: External 56K Modem; Data Fax; USB Type A; 1 x RJ11 Telephone Jack; 56 Kbps Down, 33.6 Kbps Up Data; 14.4 Kbps Fax V.92; V.44 Compression; Conexant CX93010-21Z; USB Powered; TAA Compliant
- COMPATIBILITY: Drivers available for Windows, Windows Server, macOS (10.9 to 12.x) and Linux (kernel 3.16 and up); Windows Drivers available for download
About this product
Add dial-up internet access and external fax modem support to your laptop or desktop computer through USB
This hardware-based 56k USB fax modem lets you access the internet through a dial-up service, when broadband connections are not available. The compact 56k modem is powered through USB, making it a perfect accessory to have on hand when you’re traveling with your laptop or need to have a backup connection to the internet for your desktop.
Reliable and versatile internet connectivity
You can use this versatile USB modem as a backup internet connection, for traveling to remote locations, or in rural areas where broadband connections are not available. It supports transfer rates up to 56Kbps (data) and 14.4Kbps (fax) and is compatible with the latest transmission standards (V.92, V.90, and so on).
The controller-based modem uses on-chip processing to deliver dial-up access without taxing your computer’s performance, saving your system’s resources and minimizing the load on the CPU.
Send and receive faxes from your computer
The USB modem also enables your laptop or desktop computer to function like a fax machine, capable of sending and receiving faxes. It supports the latest fax transmission modes, providing fax transfer rates at 14.4Kbps.
Easy portability
With a compact and lightweight design, the USB modem is portable, tucking easily into your laptop bag or travel case. It’s powered through the USB host connection, making it fast and easy to connect without requiring an external power adapter.
The USB56KEMH2 is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
Manufacturer warranty information
2 Years
Modem
- Modem speed
- 56 Kbit/s
- Interface
- USB 2.0
- Chipset
- Conexant - CX93010-21Z
Performance
- Supported data transfer rates
- 56 Kbps Down, 36.6 Kbps Up, 14.4 Kbps Fax
- Upstream data rate
- 0.036 Mbit/s
- Downstream data rate
- 0.056 Mbit/s
- Maximum fax transfer rate
- 14.4 Kbps
- Supported protocols
- Modem ITU-T V.92 / V.90, V.34, V.32bis, V.32, V.22bis, V.22, V.23, V.21 Bell 212A, Bell 103 Fax V.17, V.29, V.27 Ter, V.21 channel 2 Data V.44, V.42bis, MNP 5
Features
- LED indicators
- Data
Ports & interfaces
- Modem (RJ-11) ports
- 1
System requirements
- Compatible operating systems
- - Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10 - Windows Server 2008 R2, 2012 R2, 2016, 2019 - Mac OS 10.9 to 10.10 - Linux kernel 3.16 to 4.4 LTS
Certificates
- Compliance certificates
- RoHS, CE, Federal Communications Commission (FCC), REACH, Trade Agreements Act (TAA)
- Certification
- CE, FCC, RoHS, REACH, TAA
Operational conditions
- Operating temperature (T-T)
- 0 - 60 °C
- Operating relative humidity (H-H)
- 10 - 90%
- Storage temperature (T-T)
- -10 - 70 °C
Weight & dimensions
- Weight
- 28 g
- Depth
- 77 mm
- Height
- 20 mm
- Width
- 27 mm
Packaging content
- Cables included
- Phone (RJ-11)
- Quick start guide
- Yes
Packaging data
- Package dimensions (WxDxH)
- 136 x 163 x 32 mm
- Package weight
- 136 g
- Package depth
- 166 mm
- Package height
- 36 mm
- Package width
- 139 mm
Logistics data
- Products per master (outer) case
- 100 pc(s)
- Master (outer) case length
- 379 mm
- Master (outer) case width
- 725 mm
- Master (outer) case height
- 369 mm
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