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Compaq 176501-001 14.4kb/s Data/Fax/Answer V.32b ISA Modem Card
- Data, Fax, and Answer capabilities
- V.32b modem standard support
- 14.4kb/s maximum data transfer rate
- Internal ISA bus interface
- Designed for Compaq systems
- Includes RJ-11 connector for phone line
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Product Overview
The Compaq 176501-001 is an internal ISA bus modem card designed for data, fax, and voice communication. It operates at a maximum speed of 14.4kb/s, supporting the V.32b standard for reliable data transmission.
Technical Information
| Modem Type | Data/Fax/Answer |
| Data Rate | 14.4kb/s |
| Modulation Standard | V.32b |
Additional Specifications
| Interface | ISA |
| Form Factor | Internal Card |
Product Description
The Compaq 176501-001 represents a legacy internal modem solution, commonly found in older PC architectures. Its primary function is to enable communication over standard analog telephone lines for both data and fax transmissions. The V.32b standard ensures compatibility with a wide range of modems from its era, offering a robust connection at speeds up to 14.4 kilobits per second. This modem card utilizes the ISA (Industry Standard Architecture) bus, a prevalent interface in personal computers during the late 1980s and early 1990s. Installation would involve physically inserting the card into an available ISA slot on the motherboard. The 'Data/Fax/Answer' designation indicates its versatility, allowing it to handle incoming calls, send and receive faxes, and establish data connections for dial-up networking or remote access. While superseded by much faster technologies, the 176501-001 was a critical component for connectivity in its time. It facilitated access to early online services, email, and remote file transfers. The inclusion of 'Answer' functionality meant it could act as an automated answering machine for data calls, making it a foundational piece of communication hardware for businesses and home users alike.
