Modems in Vista 32/64?

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Drew Boillot

Im looking for modems that work with Vista, but i can't seen to find any.
can anyone help me out, or point me to a website? (i found the microsoft one
but all it lists was chipsets and not actual modem models)
 
Drew Boillot said:
Im looking for modems that work with Vista, but i can't seen to find any.
can anyone help me out, or point me to a website? (i found the microsoft
one but all it lists was chipsets and not actual modem models)
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Your best bet would be to check manufacturer websites and check the system
requirements for their new modems. Also check to be sure they have updated
Vista Compatible drivers. Personally, I'd recommend going with a hardware
based modem as opposed to one of the Winmodem models. Some of the Winmodems
have been a little finicky about drivers in Vista and have been difficult to
support.
 
Drew,

If you're talking about a dial-up modem, then a fully hardware based
(on-board controller and DSP chips) don't need drivers. You just plug it in
and windows, including Vista, will install everything you need to make it
work properly. One of the best fully hardware based modems is the U.S
Robotics Performance Pro. It costs full retail about $70, or so, depending
what kind of deal you find. These type modems cost more because they are
worth more.

Don't be fooled by a partially configured hardware modem. Some
manufacturers include the DSP (Digital Signal Processor) on board, but
perform the controller function by software. They will market this type
modem as a hardware modem. However, now you need software compatible with
the operating system, because the controller function is performed by
software. These type name brand modems typically sell for from $20-$30, give
or take a few.

If you need a FAX, Windows includes a FAX function. Just install it and you
don't have to worry about finding a Vista compatible FAX.

You can find software based modems, which are modems where both the
controller and the DSP functions are performed by software. Now you really
need something that is Vista Compatible. These modems are referred to as
"Soft" modems. They are little more than a device to enable a connection to
be made between the telephone line and the computer. Everything else is done
by software. These sometimes can work very well, but sometimes not. Such
modems can be found for as little as $5-$30, depending on the deal you find
and the name of the brand. This is probably more than you ever wanted to
know.
 
/Drew Boillot/ said:
Im looking for modems that work with Vista, but i can't seen to find any.
can anyone help me out, or point me to a website? (I found the microsoft one
but all it lists was chipsets and not actual modem models)
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The Intel 536EP works fine here in Vista, once the correct driver is
found on the Net. #477.8.3.
If this modem is still being sold, it may now come with a
Vista-compatible driver.

This is an inexpensive softmodem.
 
Drew Boillot said:
Im looking for modems that work with Vista, but i can't seen to find any.
can anyone help me out, or point me to a website? (i found the microsoft one
but all it lists was chipsets and not actual modem models)
Click to expand...
Buy an external one that connects via a Serial Port. As it is a proper
full hardware modem, it isn't OS dependent and you can even get the
thing to dial from a command prompt.
 
That assumes I have a com port on my mobo...


Conor said:
Buy an external one that connects via a Serial Port. As it is a proper
full hardware modem, it isn't OS dependent and you can even get the
thing to dial from a command prompt.


--
Conor

Light travels faster than sound. This is why some people appear bright
until you hear them speak.........
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Thanks for the info.


freddy said:
Drew,

If you're talking about a dial-up modem, then a fully hardware based
(on-board controller and DSP chips) don't need drivers. You just plug it
in
and windows, including Vista, will install everything you need to make it
work properly. One of the best fully hardware based modems is the U.S
Robotics Performance Pro. It costs full retail about $70, or so,
depending
what kind of deal you find. These type modems cost more because they are
worth more.

Don't be fooled by a partially configured hardware modem. Some
manufacturers include the DSP (Digital Signal Processor) on board, but
perform the controller function by software. They will market this type
modem as a hardware modem. However, now you need software compatible with
the operating system, because the controller function is performed by
software. These type name brand modems typically sell for from $20-$30,
give
or take a few.

If you need a FAX, Windows includes a FAX function. Just install it and
you
don't have to worry about finding a Vista compatible FAX.

You can find software based modems, which are modems where both the
controller and the DSP functions are performed by software. Now you
really
need something that is Vista Compatible. These modems are referred to as
"Soft" modems. They are little more than a device to enable a connection
to
be made between the telephone line and the computer. Everything else is
done
by software. These sometimes can work very well, but sometimes not. Such
modems can be found for as little as $5-$30, depending on the deal you
find
and the name of the brand. This is probably more than you ever wanted to
know.
Click to expand...
 
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