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   Modem Form Factor       
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   Internal
 
     An internal access point is a computer card that is attached to the computer through a slot. They are implemented, among others, as PCI, ISA, or PC cards (PCMCIA) in desktop computers, in notebook or palmtop computers, or integrated within hand-held computers.
 
   External
 
     An external modem is a module that is connected to the system by means of a physical port.
 
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   Bus / Interface Type:       
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   Type II Card
 
     Type II card dimensions are 54mm x 85.4mm and may be up to 5.5 mm thick. Common uses of these cards: I/O devices such as data / fax modems, LAN adapter, non-rotating mass storage devices, etc.
 
   Type III Card
 
     Type III card dimensions are 54mm x 85.4mm and may be up to 10.5 mm thick.
 
   CardBus
 
     A card bus is a PC card with 32 bits of address and data. It runs at 33 MHz.
 
   ISA
 
     Industry standard architecture (ISA) buses can handle 16-bit data transfers at a clock speed of 8 MHz. They are also capable of handling memory under 16 MB. Extended ISA (EISA) is an enhanced version of the ISA bus. EISA buses run at 8 MHz, are capable of 32-bit data transfers, and can access all memory in the system.
 
   PCI
 
     Peripheral component interconnect (PCI) is a local bus system designed for high-end computer systems. PCI buses transfer 32 or 64 bits of data at a clock speed of 33 MHz. They also support 3 to 5 critical peripherals, which are either integrated directly onto the motherboard or added via expansion cards. PCI buses fully support cards that were developed for standard I/O buses.
 
   IEEE 1394 (FireWireregistered: ®)
 
     IEEE 1394 or FireWire® is an interface standard adopted by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) for very fast digital data transfers such as streaming video. IEEE 1394 connectors are used to transmit and receive data among FireWire devices, and are designed to replace external high-speed peripheral connections to personal computers, including hard disks, CD-ROMs, DVDs, graphics cards, high-speed scanners, direct video, monitors, etc. Tiny, robust FireWire connectors will also become important parts of home entertainment, communication, and appliance networks. FireWire is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. 
 
   MIC
 
     A Medium Interface Connector (MIC) is a duplex fiber optic connector used with Fiber Distributed Data Interface (FDDI) networks.
 
   RJ-45
 
     RJ-45 connectors look a bit like a standard phone connector but are twice as wide (with eight wires). RJ-45s are used for connecting computers to local area networks (LANs), or for phones that connect to a number of lines.
 
   SC
 
     SC fiber optic connectors have a 2.5mm ferrule, push-pull latching mechanism, and the ability to be snapped together to form duplex and multifiber connectors. SC connectors are the preferred fiber optic cable for premises cabling, and are recommended by the TIA / EIA-568-A Standard for structured cabling. Used with Ethernet 100Base-FX and 1000Base-LX / SX fiber optic media systems.
 
   ISDN BRI S/T Interface
 
     The S/T interface is the connector on the ISDN modem where other ISDN devices connect in order to communicate over ISDN.
 
   ISDN BRI U Interface
 
     ISDN devices must have a terminator (called NT1 terminator) that is placed between the ISDN device and the wall jack.  The U interface is the connector that connects NT1 terminated ISDN devices to the telephone company's ISDN wall jack.  Many ISDN devices have a U interface, so they can be connected directly to the wall jack.
 
   Serial Ports (RS232, RS422, RS485)
 
     Serial Ports (Asynchronous Serial Interface): A system-to-system communication interface. Data is sent over a single wire (serial). Transmission is asynchronous because no synchronization or clocking signal is present.
 
   USB
 
     Universal serial bus (USB) is a 4-wire, 12-Mbps serial bus for low-to-medium speed peripheral device connections to personal computers (PC), including keyboards, mice, modems, printers, joysticks, audio functions, monitor controls, etc. The USB design is standardized by the USB Implementers Forum (USBIF), an organization that includes leading companies from the computer and electronics industries. The current USB specification is USB 2.0, which supports data transfer rates of up to 480 Mbps.
 
   PLC Slot Mount
 
     The device has an interface where a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) can be connected for remote applications.
 
   ST
 
     ST is a designation for the "straight tip" connector developed by AT&T. This fiber optic connector features a physically contacting non-rotating 2.5mm ferrule design and bayonet connector-to-adapter mating. It is used with Ethernet 10Base-FL and FIORL links.
 
   Other
 
     Other unlisted interfaces.
 
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   Frequency Band:       
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   900 MHz
 
     The 900 MHz band comprises the 902 - 928 MHz range. It is one of the unlicensed Industrial, Scientific and Medical (ISM) bands.  Users are free to access them without having to register with any regulating organization (FCC for North America, ETSI for Europe, etc.).  In North America the maximum transmission power allowed is 1 W.
 
   2.4 GHz
 
     The 2.4 GHz band comprises the 2.40000 - 2.4835 GHz range. It is one of the unlicensed Industrial, Scientific and Medical (ISM) bands.  Users are free to access them without having to register with any regulating organization (FCC for North America, ETSI for Europe, etc.).  In North America the maximum transmission power allowed is 1 W. 802.11b and 802.11g operate in this frequency band.
 
   5 GHz
 
     European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) was the first to open the 5 GHz unlicensed bands, and at present are dedicated to HiperLan (5.2 GHz band), HiperLan II (5.4 GHz). In North America the FCC has allocated the band between 5.2 and 5.8 GHz to the Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure (UNII). 802.11a also operates in this frequency band.
 
   23 GHz
 
     Microwave radio system transmitting in the frequency band of 21.2 to 23.6 GHz.
 
   VHF
 
     Very High Frequency (VHF) radio band: 30 MHz to 300 MHz.
 
   UHF
 
     Ultra High Frequency (UHF) radio band: 300 MHz to 3000 MHz.
 
   Other
 
     Other unlisted frequency bands.
 
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   Radio Technique:       
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   Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum
 
     Spread spectrum is a technique that is used to reduce the impact of localized frequency interferences. To achieve this, it uses more bandwidth than the system needs.  There are two main spread spectrum modalities: direct sequence and frequency hopping. The principle of direct sequence spreads the signal on a larger band by multiplexing it with a code (signature) to minimize localized interference and noise.  The system works over a large band. To spread the signal, each bit is modulated by a code.
 
   Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum
 
     Spread spectrum is a technique that is used to reduce the impact of localized frequency interferences. To achieve this, it uses more bandwidth than the system needs.  There are two main spread spectrum modalities: direct sequence and frequency hopping. Frequency hopping uses a technique where the signal walks through a set of narrow channels in sequence.  The transmission frequency band is divided in certain number of channels, and periodically the system hop to a new channel, following a predetermined cyclic hopping pattern. The system avoids interference by never staying in the same channel a long period of time.
 
   Other
 
     Other unlisted radio techniques such as infrared, narrowband, etc.
 
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   Network Type       
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   Dial-up
 
     Communication method where a device is connected to a network via a modem and a public telephone network.
 
   Ethernet
 
     Local Area Network (LAN) architecture was developed by Xeroxregistered: ® Corporation in cooperation with Digital Equipment Corporationregistered: ® (DEC) and Intelregistered: ® in 1976.
 
   AMPS
 
     Advanced Mobile Phone System (AMPS) is the original cellular system in United States. It uses an analog radio link.
 
   CDPD
 
     Cellular Digital Packet Data (CDPD) is a data transmission technology developed for use on cellular phone frequencies.  It transmits data in packets at frequencies between 800 Mhz and 900 MHz.
 
   GSM
 
     Global System for Mobile (GSM) Communications is a digital cellular system that uses narrowband Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA) technology. It allows eight simultaneous calls on the same radio frequency.
 
   ISDN
 
     Integrated Services Digital Networks (ISDN) is an international standard used to send data, video and voice over digital telephone lines or normal telephone wires. ISDN support data transfer rates of 64 Kbps. Normally the telephone company installs two lines called B channels; both can be used to send data to achieve data rates of 128 Kbps.  A broadband version of ISDN, called B-ISDN, supports data rates of 1.5 Mbps over fiber optic cables.
 
   PAN
 
     Personal Area Networkregistered: ® (PAN) is an IBMregistered: ® technology that allows individuals to exchange data using a simple technology.
 
   PCS
 
     Personal Communications Service (PCS) describes a set of digital cellular technologies being deployed in the U.S.  PCS works over CDMA (also called IS-95), GSM and North American TDMA (also called IS-136) air interfaces.
 
   GPRS
 
     General Packet Radio Service (GPRS) is a standard for wireless communications, which runs at speeds up to 115 kilobits per second.
 
   Other
 
     Other unlisted network types.
 
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Performance




   Data Rate
 
     The maximum data transfer rate at which the modem can deliver data. It is normally expressed in bits/second.
 
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   Maximum Output Power:
 
     This is the transmission power of the device. It is defined as the strength of the signals emitted, often measured in mW.
 
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   Number of Channels:
 
     The number of transmitting and receiving channels of the device.
 
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   Sensitivity:
 
     The sensitivity is the measure of the weakest signal that may be reliably sensed by the receiver. Sensitivity is measured in dBm, and the lower the value (higher in absolute value) the better is the receiver.
 
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