[comp.dcom.modems] Advice on modem selection

JAJZ801@CALSTATE.BITNET (Jeff Sicherman,CSU Long Beach) (05/26/89)

  This is the umpteenth inquiry of this type but I feel I have somewhat
distinct criteria so here goes anyway ...

  I would appreciate advice on modem selection based upon the following
criteria:

  1.  Support available from the manufacturer, preferrably USA, not
      having to deal with a distributor who either doesnt know
      anything but the bottom line or who may declare bankruptcy
      tomorrow.

  2.  2400 baud capability but fancy optimizations (MNP, etc) are
      not necessary or worth much added expense. Will be used for
      simple terminal emulation and limited file transfer over
      local, fairly reliable lines. As noise resistant as possible
      but based upon quality design and construction, not algorithmic
      error recovery schemes - we have a dumb host with inexpensive
      modems to deal with.

  3.  Good reputation, experience, and a reasonably long warranty
      (1-2 years, not 90 days or until you open the box, whichever
      occurs first).

  4.  Reasonable price - not bottom dollar but not Hayes either.

       Thanks for any advice.

   Jeff Sicherman
   jajz801@calstate.bitnet