Re: [NTLK] newton external modem speed

From: Joel M. Sciamma (joel_at_inventors-emporium.co.uk)
Date: Thu Apr 03 2003 - 00:58:26 PST


Alex,

> hi- just wondering if anyone can tell me the speed of the external newton
> modem... I've read it's 2400/9600, but am wondering whether you can
> connect it at 9600 for net stuff.

9600 is only available for Fax compatibility, all data is at 2400. That's
still not bad if your messages are smallish like 5-10k considering the
convenience of the modem and that it draws little power from the Newt.

Even with a 14.4k modem the online performance of the eMate is modest at
best.

Joel.

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