Tom's Hardware > Forum > General Networking > Network General Discussions > = Best 56k Modem =
Ask the community Add a reply
Word :    Username :           
 
JizZ   08-07-2003 at 02:13:23 AM

What is the best 56k modem out right now in your opinion? Preferably one suited for online gaming.

Add a reply
Sponsored Links
Register or log in to remove.
ycs46241   08-09-2003 at 05:34:04 PM
- 0 +

56K V.92 Performance Pro Modem
by us robotics

And speaking of games, you can switch the Performance Pro Modem into gaming mode any time you’re ready for some online competition. Enhanced performance settings give you quicker response times. And when it’s time to go back to the real world, just turn the gaming mode off — the modem automatically returns to its normal configuration.
<A HREF="http://www.compusa.com/products/product_info.asp?product_code=289301&pfp=BROWSE" target="_new">http://www.compusa.com/products/product_info.asp?product_code=289301&pfp=BROWSE</A>

Reply to ycs46241
thrice103   08-09-2003 at 08:50:36 PM
- 0 +

Hmm, I've been looking into that modem, and is it really worth $100? I have a regular Supra v.90 modem right now, and I'm dialing up at 28.8k. My ping in Counter-Strike is around 200 somtin. I think I've cut down on my lag spikes. But even so, with this other modem, it could reduce the ping even more and help in gaming... maybe someone can give some first hand experience :D Thanks

Reply to thrice103
Rick_Criswell   08-10-2003 at 02:55:51 AM
- 0 +

I would have my phone lines checked first.

One problem with USrobotics. Under certain line conditions the modem will be limited to 33.6k and nothing will allow it to perform at anything above this limit.

This is from experience. I live in a rural area and tried everything to increase throughput and ping times. Finally I returned the USR modem. After speaking with tech support and deciding that 33.6 was the best the modem would do.

So far the best modem I've owned has been the Creative Modem Blaster. $20 US at WallMart.



I aint signing nothing!!!

Reply to Rick_Criswell
Ask the community Add a reply
Tom's Hardware > Forum > General Networking > Network General Discussions > = Best 56k Modem =
Go to:

There are 621 identified and unidentified users. To see the list of identified users, Click here.

Forum map
Bestofmedia Forum ©
2000-2009 Bestofmedia Group
Page generated in 0.230 seconds
Please mind

You are about to answer a thread that has been inactive for more than 6 months.
If you still wish to proceed, please ensure that your posting is original and does not duplicate or overlap any prior responses to this thread.

Add a reply Cancel
Sponsored links
  • Ask the community now
  • Publish
Ad
Related Topics
See all relatives topics
They won a badge
Join us in greeting them