{"product_id":"startech-com-56k-usb-external-dial-up-fax-modem-v-92-hardware-modem-usb-a-with-rj11-and-caller-id","title":"StarTech.com 56K USB External Dial-Up \u0026 Fax Modem - V.92 Hardware Modem, USB-A with RJ11 and Caller ID","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe StarTech.com 56K external USB modem is a hardware-based V.92 dial-up and fax adapter that adds reliable data, fax and voice capability to a computer via a single USB-A connection.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNeed a straightforward way to send faxes, connect to rural dial-up ISPs, manage voice calls, or support legacy security and POS devices? This compact StarTech.com modem uses a dedicated Conexant chipset to offload modem tasks from your machine, so you can add dial-up and fax functions without installing internal cards or stressing your CPU.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this modem handle faxing and data transfers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unit supports standard fax and data protocols so it interoperates with conventional fax machines and dial-up servers. It supports V.92\/V.90-era data connections up to 56 Kbps and fax standards used by most Class 1 fax applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eData speeds: up to 56 Kbps download, 33.6 Kbps upload with V.92 support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFax throughput: up to 14.4 Kbps with T.31 Fax Class 1.0 and EIA\/TIA 578 compatibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroad modem protocol support: V.34, V.32bis, V.32, plus Bell 103\/212A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware-based Conexant CX93010-21Z chipset for reliable signal processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill this work with my computer and telephony equipment?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe modem is an external USB Type-A device with a single RJ11 telephone jack and is USB-powered for plug-and-play convenience. Drivers are provided for major operating systems, and the modem supports caller ID and voice features to integrate with telephony setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnectivity: USB Type-A connection, powered by USB bus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTelephony: 1 x RJ11 jack for line or phone passthrough\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOS support: Windows, Windows Server, macOS 10.9–12.x, Linux kernel 3.16+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaller ID and voice functionality for call handling through your PC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat installation and performance considerations should I expect?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the modem uses dedicated hardware, it minimizes CPU load compared with software-only solutions. Installation typically involves plugging into USB and installing drivers when prompted; StarTech.com provides drivers for Windows, and community or vendor drivers support macOS and Linux versions listed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB-powered — no separate power adapter required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWindows drivers available for download from StarTech.com\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks with legacy dial-up ISPs, fax workflows, security panels and POS systems that require analog modem connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTAA compliant for procurement in regulated environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? If you maintain equipment or services that rely on analog telephone lines — such as remote sites with dial-up internet, fax-dependent businesses, legacy POS or alarm panels, or users who need desktop call handling — this StarTech.com external 56K USB modem provides a compact, bus-powered way to restore modem capabilities to modern laptops and desktops without opening the case. It's especially useful where reliability, broad protocol support and straightforward USB connectivity are priorities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Does this modem require external power?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: No, the StarTech.com modem is USB-powered and does not need a separate power adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Which operating systems are supported?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Drivers are available for Windows and Windows Server; macOS 10.9–12.x and Linux kernel 3.16+ are also supported.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"StarTech.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48423430029469,"sku":"B01MYLE06I","price":61.72,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/9596\/1757\/files\/startech-external-56k-usb-modem-front-view.jpg?v=1781364433","url":"https:\/\/nexoltic.com\/products\/startech-com-56k-usb-external-dial-up-fax-modem-v-92-hardware-modem-usb-a-with-rj11-and-caller-id","provider":"Nexoltic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}