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U.S.Robotics has been building the world's best modems for over 25 years, and now is bringing you the latest in modem technology. V.92 lets you send e-mail and attachments faster, get online quicker, and even take incoming phone calls without losing your Internet connection. Getting a better connection is as easy as the three-step installation procedure. The U.S.Robotics 56K faxmodem combines the superior performance and reliability of a controller-based modem with the convenience of V.92 technology. Need to send a batch of digital pictures or a large presentation? V.92 lets you send attachments up to 50% faster! Quick Connect enables you to establish your connection faster, so you spend less time dialing up. You're only seconds away from surfing the Web! U.S.Robotics Internet Call Notification (ICN) lets you screen incoming calls so you can take the important ones. (Call Waiting and Caller ID require service from your local phone company.) Modem on Hold enables you to take calls while online without dropping your Internet connection - there's no need for a second phone line. Exclusive U.S.Robotics ControlCenter lets you customize your upload and download speeds - choose to surf the Web at top speed or to send e-mail attachments faster. The advanced Line Probing technology lets you stay connected even under the worst line conditions. Save time and money with more reliable connections! Download new features and enhancements as they become available. Included software turns your computer into a feature-rich fax machine. Send faxes from any Windows application, and receive incoming faxes at any time. 5686E also supports delayed and broadcast faxing. Your U.S.Robotics modem installs in three simple steps - it's so easy to install, you'll be up and running in no time! This modem works with the widest range of operating systems and handles all communication-processing tasks for faster throughput - no need to burden your computer's resources.

Primary Information
Modem Type :  Fax / modem
Enclosure Type :  External
Interface Type :  Serial RS-232
Connectivity Technology :  Cable
Max Transfer Rate :  56 KBps
Max Fax Transfer Rate :  14.4 KBps

Dimensions&Miscellaneous
Width :  5.8 Inch
Depth :  10.9 Inch
Height :  4.9 Inch
Weight :  2 lbs.

System Information
56K Technology :  V.90; V.92

Protocol
Data Compression Protocol :  MNP-5; ITU V.42bis
Error Correction Protocol :  MNP-2; MNP-3; MNP-4; ITU V.42
Analog Modulation Protocol :  ITU V.34; ITU V.90; ITU V.92

Connection
Connectivity Technology :  Cable

UNSPSC Code
UNSPSC Code :  43201545

For three decades, USRobotics has been a leader in Internet access and networking, known for quality, innovation, and performance. Without losing its focus on the analog modems that made the company a household name, USRobotics is rapidly expanding its category leadership by offering high-speed, broadband modems; wired and wireless networking solutions; and Internet security devices to the growing home, home office, and small- and medium-sized business markets.