Introduction

Add dial-up internet access and external fax modem support to your laptop or desktop computer through USB

This hardware-based 56k USB fax modem lets you access the internet through a dial-up service, when broadband connections are not available. The compact 56k modem is powered through USB, making it a perfect accessory to have on hand when you're traveling with your laptop or need to have a backup connection to the internet for your desktop.

Reliable and versatile internet connectivity

You can use this versatile USB modem as a backup internet connection, for traveling to remote locations, or in rural areas where broadband connections are not available. It supports transfer rates up to 56Kbps (data) and 14.4Kbps (fax) and is compatible with the latest transmission standards (V.92, V.90, and so on).

The controller-based modem uses on-chip processing to deliver dial-up access without taxing your computer's performance, saving your system's resources and minimizing the load on the CPU.

Send and receive faxes from your computer

The USB modem also enables your laptop or desktop computer to function like a fax machine, capable of sending and receiving faxes. It supports the latest fax transmission modes, providing fax transfer rates at 14.4Kbps.

Easy portability

With a compact and lightweight design, the USB modem is portable, tucking easily into your laptop bag or travel case. It's powered through the USB host connection, making it fast and easy to connect without requiring an external power adapter. 

The USB56KEMH2 is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

The StarTech.com Advantage

- DIAL-UP & FAX SUPPORT: USB 2.0 Fax modem provides data, voice & fax support to computer/laptop via USB
- For faxing, rural internet access, voice dialling, security systems, POS credit authorization
- TECH SPECS: External 56K Modem

Modem

Modem speed

56 Kbit/s

Interface

USB 2.0

Chipset

Conexant - CX93010-21Z

Data transmission

Supported data transfer rates

56 Kbps Down, 36.6 Kbps Up, 14.4 Kbps Fax

Upstream data rate

0.036 Mbit/s

Downstream data rate

0.056 Mbit/s

Maximum fax transfer rate

14.4 Kbps

Protocols

Supported protocols

Modem ITU-T V.92 / V.90, V.34, V.32bis, V.32, V.22bis, V.22, V.23, V.21 Bell 212A, Bell 103 Fax V.17, V.29, V.27 Ter, V.21 channel 2 Data V.44, V.42bis, MNP 5

Ports & interfaces

Modem (RJ-11) ports

1

Features

Certification

CE, FCC, RoHS, REACH, TAA

System requirements

Compatible operating systems

- Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10 - Windows Server 2008 R2, 2012 R2, 2016, 2019 - Mac OS 10.9 to 10.10 - Linux kernel 3.16 to 4.4 LTS

Operational conditions

Operating temperature (T-T)

0 - 60 °C

Operating relative humidity (H-H)

10 - 90%

Storage temperature (T-T)

-10 - 70 °C

Indication

LED indicators

Data

Weight & dimensions

Dimensions (WxDxH)

27 x 77 x 20 mm

Weight

28 g

Depth

77 mm

Height

20 mm

Width

27 mm

Packaging data

Package dimensions (WxDxH)

136 x 163 x 32 mm

Package weight

136 g

Package depth

163 mm

Package height

32 mm

Package width

136 mm

Packaging content

Cables included

Phone (RJ-11)

Quick start guide

Y

Driver included

Y

Logistics data

Products per master (outer) case

100 pc(s)

Master (outer) case length

730 mm

Master (outer) case width

370 mm

Master (outer) case height

360 mm