Usb Fax Modem
by Matt Gerchow
While internal fax modems are convenient they have a couple of drawbacks. First, they make a considerable amount of noise. Second, they add to the build up of heat inside your computer’s case.
Both the noise and heat issues make this style of modem less than desirable for most people who do frequent fax receiving or sending.
When you decide to correct the noise and heat problems, and begin looking for ways to solve the problem, a really good choice is to purchase a USB fax modem.
This purchase decision will solve the heat and noise troubles many people have plus open up a PCI slot when you remove the modem card from the computer.
As you are probably aware any modem, external or internal, will break if it used regularly.
For this reason it is important to replace your old equipment with something that has total compatibility with your version of Windows.
Modems are a necessity for any kind of business. Fax machines are considered bulky, old fashioned and slow so the perfect solution is the USB fax modem.
You have the benefit of small size, portability, and faster speeds. A typical speed for the USB is 56 kbps and internal fax modems only manage 33.6 kbps.
A number of companies produce USB fax modems including Hiro, TRENDnet, Zoom and US Robotics. All of the models have specific benefits.
For example, TRENDnet’s TFM 560U is an excellent choice because it only has be plugged into the computer, install its software, and it is ready to be used.
It is recommended that it be plugged into a USB hub or a dongle because it sticks out from the computer and may take up more space than you want it to use.
It is an excellent choice for a beginning modem. The unit retails for about $20 online.
US Robotics makes a 56K USB Fax modem, the USR5637, which is an excellent choice for anyone in need of this equipment. The only drawback with it is that is only available for Windows up to XP.
There is no support for Vista or Windows 7. However, if you are not planning to upgrade past Windows XP at anytime in the near future, this is a great choice.
US Robotics offers excellent support and a more than adequate warranty. This modem works perfectly and is priced at an affordable $37.99.
Hiro produces the H50113 56 kbps Fax, a really good external fax choice for those who want to receive and send faxes but maintain a really tight budget.
It is perfectly usable on Windows XP and 7. HB0113 features include both voice mail and fax functions. Hiro sells for the low price of $19.99.
The last one of the USB fax modems listed is Zoom’s V.92 USB Mini 3095. At a cost of $49.98, it is pricier than the other modems listed above. For the extra cost, the Zoom allows phone calls to be answered while online. Another benefit is that it will operate on Windows up to 7. However, the extra cost may not be worth the two extra options it provides.
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Both the noise and heat issues make this style of modem less than desirable for most people who do frequent fax receiving or sending.
When you decide to correct the noise and heat problems, and begin looking for ways to solve the problem, a really good choice is to purchase a USB fax modem.
This purchase decision will solve the heat and noise troubles many people have plus open up a PCI slot when you remove the modem card from the computer.
As you are probably aware any modem, external or internal, will break if it used regularly. For this reason it is important to replace your old equipment with something that has total compatibility with your version of Windows.
Modems are a necessity for any kind of business. Fax machines are considered bulky, old fashioned and slow so the perfect solution is the USB fax modem.
You have the benefit of small size, portability, and faster speeds. A typical speed for the USB is 56 kbps and internal fax modems only manage 33.6 kbps.
A number of companies produce USB fax modems including Hiro, TRENDnet, Zoom and US Robotics. All of the models have specific benefits.
For example, TRENDnet’s TFM 560U is an excellent choice because it only has be plugged into the computer, install its software, and it is ready to be used.
It is recommended that it be plugged into a USB hub or a dongle because it sticks out from the computer and may take up more space than you want it to use.
It is an excellent choice for a beginning modem. The unit retails for about $20 online.
US Robotics makes a 56K USB Fax modem, the USR5637, which is an excellent choice for anyone in need of this equipment. The only drawback with it is that is only available for Windows up to XP.
There is no support for Vista or Windows 7. However, if you are not planning to upgrade past Windows XP at anytime in the near future, this is a great choice.
US Robotics offers excellent support and a more than adequate warranty. This modem works perfectly and is priced at an affordable $37.99.
Hiro produces the H50113 56 kbps Fax, a really good external fax choice for those who want to receive and send faxes but maintain a really tight budget.
It is perfectly usable on Windows XP and 7. HB0113 features include both voice mail and fax functions. Hiro sells for the low price of $19.99.
The last one of the USB fax modems listed is Zoom’s V.92 USB Mini 3095. At a cost of $49.98, it is pricier than the other modems listed above. For the extra cost, the Zoom allows phone calls to be answered while online. Another benefit is that it will operate on Windows up to 7. However, the extra cost may not be worth the two extra options it provides.
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