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Compaq 96040556 56K Modem For Preserio 5304
- Compaq 56K Modem
- Part Number: 96040556
- Designed for Compaq Presario 5304
- Enables dial-up connectivity
- Connects via analog telephone lines
- Supports data speeds up to 56Kbps
- Legacy communication solution for specific PC model
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Product Type
- Modem
- Brand
- Compaq
- Model
- Presario 5304 specific
- Speed
- 56K
- Technology
- Dial-up Modem
Product details
The Compaq 96040556 is a 56K modem specifically designed for use with Compaq Presario 5304 computer systems. It enables dial-up connectivity over analog telephone lines for internet access and other communication tasks. This modem is a legacy component tailored for a specific Compaq model.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Modem |
| Brand | Compaq |
| Model | Presario 5304 specific |
Additional Specifications
| Speed | 56K |
| Technology | Dial-up Modem |
Description
The Compaq 96040556 is a 56K modem that was specifically manufactured for integration with the Compaq Presario 5304 personal computer. This modem provides the essential functionality for establishing dial-up connections over standard analog telephone lines, which was a primary method for accessing the internet and other online services during its time. The '56K' rating signifies its maximum theoretical download speed, offering a considerable improvement over earlier modem technologies. This modem is designed to be compatible with the Presario 5304's internal architecture, likely connecting via an ISA or PCI slot, or potentially as an external USB or serial device depending on the exact configuration of the 5304 model. Its purpose is to translate digital data from the computer into analog signals for transmission over phone lines and to convert incoming analog signals back into digital data. As a component tailored for a specific computer model, the Compaq 96040556 represents a piece of legacy hardware. While dial-up is largely obsolete for mainstream internet access, such modems are still valuable for maintaining older systems, for specific industrial or remote monitoring applications, or for users in areas with limited broadband infrastructure. It ensures that the Compaq Presario 5304 can perform its intended communication tasks.
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