StarTech.com USB 2.0 Fax Modem - 56K External Hardware Dial Up V.92 Modem/ Dongle/Adapter - Computer/Laptop Fax Modem - USB to Telephone Jack - USB Data Modem - Network Fax/CMR/POS, TAA (USB56KEMH2)
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StarTech.com USB 2.0 Fax Modem - 56K External Hardware Dial Up V.92 Modem/ Dongle/Adapter - Computer/Laptop Fax Modem - USB to Telephone Jack - USB Data Modem - Network Fax/CMR/POS, TAA (USB56KEMH2)

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Product ID: 67662296
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Details

  • Brand
    StarTech.com
  • Internet service provider
    ITU-T V.92 /
  • Connectivity Technology
    Modem (RJ-11)
  • Compatible Devices
    Windows XP 7 8
  • Product Dimensions
    3"L x 1.1"W x
💻USB 2.0 plug & play
📞56Kbps dial-up speed
📠V.92 fax & data support

Description

📞 Stay connected the classic way—because some essentials never go out of style.

  • COMPACT PORTABLE - Slim 3x1.1x0.8 inch design fits in your tech arsenal anywhere you go.
  • UNIVERSAL COMPATIBILITY - Seamlessly works with Windows, macOS, and Linux—perfect for cross-platform pros.
  • VOICE CALLER ID ENABLED - Make calls and screen your contacts directly from your computer for streamlined communication.
  • TAA COMPLIANT USB POWERED - Meets government standards and runs off USB power—no extra adapters needed.
  • LEGACY CONNECTIVITY MODERN EASE - Add reliable dial-up & fax to any laptop or desktop via USB without taxing your CPU.

The StarTech.com USB 2.0 Fax Modem is a compact, external 56K dial-up modem and fax adapter that connects via USB Type A. Supporting V.92 data and fax protocols, it enables voice calls, caller ID, and reliable dial-up internet or faxing on Windows, macOS, and Linux systems. USB powered and TAA compliant, it’s the perfect tool for professionals needing legacy connectivity without sacrificing portability or compatibility.

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Specifications

Wireless Type802.11n
BrandStarTech.com
Series56K USB Dial-Up and Fax Modem,V.92,External
Item model numberUSB56KEMH2
Operating SystemWindows 8 Windows 7 Linux Windows 10 Mac OS X Yosemite (10.10) Mac OS X Mavericks (10.9) Windows Server 2016 Windows Server 2019
Item Weight0.986 ounces
Product Dimensions3 x 1.1 x 0.8 inches
Item Dimensions LxWxH3 x 1.1 x 0.8 inches
ColorBlack
Batteries1 AAAA batteries required.
ManufacturerStarTech.com
LanguageDutch
ASINB01MYLE06I
Country of OriginTaiwan
Is Discontinued By ManufacturerNo
Date First AvailableFebruary 8, 2017

Reviews

4.0

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P**R

Works with MacOS 10.8.5 (Mountain Lion)

The documentation is a bit sketchy one location says it works for 10.6 and below, other location says it works for 10.9 through 10.12. I had 10.8.5 installed on an old Mac and it just works fine.Note - it will not appear in the list of printers when you open the printer setup - click the add printer and it will show up there as "fax".I tested it with dropbox service (hellofax) and the resolution is quite high - both ways.The Mac can also receive faxes, save them, print them or email them automatically.One thing that is missing - it does not generates and official receipt as paper fax machines do (but there is a list of sent faxes if you click the fax "printer" icon (with the print queue etc.)Overall create value for Money.I can also see it appearing as /dev/ttyACM0 dialout without installing any drivers (Ububtu 22.04) but have tested it yet - would also be nice to see if it works on the Raspberry PiNote - it will not work with IP phone - but it does work with Vonage phone to IP adapter (no sure if they still make those) as it emulates analog phone, and does not filter out too much of the signal -- speed may be affected though.

F**F

Not Many Like This Around

This is a hardware-based, voice compatible modem which makes things like faxing or emulating a dial-up ISP POP (for things like the SEGA DreamCast's homebrew 'DreamPi' solution) possible. Often times people recommend used but commonly available modems, however a new solution is nice to have and integral for making these dial-up adaptation solutions viable.If the voice does not work you may have an older version, contact StarTech directly for a firmware update. Typically the newer batches should just plug and play, mine did. This is also Linux compatible even though it's not stated on the box.The chipsets from 2022 to the time of writing this have not changed, so this should be a consistent solution. A great purchase.

M**L

DON'T BUY THIS

Don't buy this. I can't even successfully used once. After installing the driver and started the Fax service, it slowed down my computer. There is no driver update. I have to restore my system from a backup.

D**E

Worked right out of the box for CallAttendant on a Synology NAS

I picked this up so that I could start using my homelab to screen my calls. Wasn't sure if it would work 1) on a Synology NAS 2) in Docker and 3) specifically with the CallAttendant app, but I gave it a shot anyways.It succeeded on all 3 of those things (after installing the synocommunity USB drivers package)Now I have a docker container running that screens my calls and blocks robocallers! Sweet!lsusb shows this modem as the following:0572:1349:0100 02 1.10 12MBit/s 100mA 2IFs (Conexant USB Modem 24680246)

A**C

Supplied drivers not Windows 11 compatible

Just bought this and used it on my Windows 11 Pro 24H2 system. The drivers supplied by StarTech are not Windows 11 compatible, and won't install unless one turns off Memory Integrity & Kernel-mode Hardware-enforced Stack Protection. In other words, unless you cripple a lot of the security features of Windows 11. However, the default generic Windows 11 modem driver does work with this device out of the package well enough to send faxes, and "Windows Fax and Scan" (if installed) will work with it to send faxes. I have not tried this device as a dial-up modem for network connectivity. Hence the 4 stars instead of 5. Windows 11 has been out 4 years now, and StarTech has no excuse to be selling this product with outdated drivers.

W**E

description indicates it will work with win 10 NOT

Does not work with win 10

K**W

Easy to use

Bought this little fax modem in August of 2022 but didn't hook it up until May of 2023. Easy hook-up. Phone cable in one end, the computer in the other. Though it comes with a disk of drivers, it wasn't required for my Windows 10 and 11 devices. They automatically recognized the modem. This is great as most newer computers do not have disk drives. Startech should update the enclosed Quick start guide.The modem worked on my Windows 10 devices, one being a Tablet. Not so lucky with Windows 11. I emailed Startech technical support and in a couple of days, received a reply with a list of suggestions of things to try. Once I had made contact with a tech guy, he responded overnight to my questions. I found their technical support was great to work with. It ended up the issue was not the Startech modem and Windows 11. It was Windows 11 and Windows Fax and Scan software compatibility.As for the modem, it's small, appears well designed/made and "take it with you" compact. I would definitely purchase it again.For others having Windows 11 issues, before sending it back as defective, trying running Fax and Scan as Administrator. Solved my problems.

M**K

Works fine!

Most difficult part is configuring the Windows software to use it. It's not the modem's fault. It's Windows not updating their FAX software UI since ~2003.

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