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

- Add dial-up support to a laptop, tablet or desktop computer when broadband access is not available
- Data transfer rates up to 56Kbps (down) and 33.6Kbps (up)
- Full speed (12MHz) USB interface, compatible with USB 2.0

Specifications

Interface	USB 2.0
Chipset	Conexant - CX93010-21Z
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
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
Modem (RJ-11) ports	1
Operating temperature (T-T)	0 - 60 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	10 - 90%
Storage temperature (T-T)	-10 - 70 °C
LED indicators	Data
Dimensions (WxDxH)	27 x 77 x 20 mm
Package dimensions (WxDxH)	136 x 163 x 32 mm
Package weight	200 g
Certification	CE, FCC, RoHS
Cables included	Phone (RJ-11)
Compatible operating systems	Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10 Windows Server 2008 R2, 2012 R2 Mac OS 10.9 - 10.10 Linux kernel 3.16 - 4.4
Quick start guide	Yes
Driver included	Yes