Re: [Plug] Which modem to buy for Linux

[Joshua Mazess <mazessj@op.net>]

Dan,
    If you can manage to find a non-Plug-N-Pray internal ISA modem with jumpers, then
it will work. Such a modem should claim DOS compatibility. However, even some DOS
modems are jumperless and require a utility or PNP to configure it. It may be possible
to set up a PNP device with Linux, but it's easier if you can just configure the
settings on the hardware. I have a Zoom 56K internal. The USR Sportster ISA
non-WinModems were good, but I can't speak for the 56K models. You can also avoid the
whole thing by getting an external modem. --Josh

Daniel G Roberts wrote:

> So ..it sounds like I should not buy
> a winmodem
> a pci modem
> and probably stay away from USR modems
>
> when purchasing an new internal modem for use for both Linux and Windows..
> Sound reasonable?? Anyone know of a good source of mail order modems to meet my
> needs??
>
> Thanks!!
>
> Dan
> T
>
> Daniel G Roberts wrote:
> >
> > Hello All
> >
> > I am still working with an internal 28k fax/modem
> > I would like to upgrade to a 56k fax modem..and I see LOTS of adds for cheap
> > modems at circuit city and etc.
> > My question is..what should I look out for when purchasing a fax/modem 56k which
> > will owrk with BOTH redhat and WIN95?
> > I remember hearing something about certain types of modems don't work with
> > linux.
> >
> > Any help is greatly appreciated.
> >
> > Thanks.>Dan
> >
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