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Compaq 199906-001 14.4kb/s Fax Modem for Speed PAQ Lite / Contura
- 14.4kb/s data transfer rate
- Fax modem functionality
- Designed for Compaq Speed PAQ Lite / Contura
- Portable form factor
- Connects via proprietary port or PCMCIA
- Requires RJ-11 connection
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Product Overview
The Compaq 199906-001 is a 14.4kb/s fax modem specifically designed for Compaq's Speed PAQ Lite and Contura portable computers. It enables data and fax communication over analog phone lines.
Technical Information
| Modem Type | Fax Modem |
| Data Rate | 14.4kb/s |
Additional Specifications
| Compatibility | Compaq Speed PAQ Lite / Contura |
| Form Factor | Portable / Internal Expansion |
Product Description
The Compaq 199906-001 is a specialized communication device tailored for Compaq's early portable computing lines, specifically the Speed PAQ Lite and Contura series. Operating at a data speed of 14.4 kilobits per second, it provides essential fax and data modem capabilities, allowing these portable machines to connect to the burgeoning world of online services and fax networks of its era. Given its intended use in portable computers, this modem likely came in a form factor that integrated directly into the device, possibly as a PCMCIA card or a proprietary expansion module. This allowed users to add communication functionality without significantly increasing the bulk of the laptop. The inclusion of fax capabilities was standard for modems of this speed, enabling document transmission over standard telephone lines. While 14.4kb/s is a modest speed by today's standards, it was a significant capability for portable computing in the early to mid-1990s. It facilitated remote access, email communication, and participation in online bulletin board systems (BBS). The 199906-001 represents a key component that enhanced the utility and connectivity of Compaq's early portable offerings.
