I need an external fax modem for my HP Pavilion g6 laptop running on Windows 7. I want to use it with my Windows fax software. My one telephone line is also the cable for my AT&amp;T high-speed internet. Possible?
1460274
I use it on Windows 8 with the Windows 7 fax program without any problems. I really don't know if the AT&T internet would be a problem, but my guess is that if you can use your phone on this line, it should be ok.
226993
Can you be just a bit more specific? This device is a modem... and requires dial tone to operate... connecting it directly to the fax's line port will not provide dial tone, and thus will not operate the fax. doesn't the fax have a usb port to connect to your computer with via a usb cable? You need a telephone line connected directly to the fax on it's line port. let me know if this answers your question...
30117
Yes, I use the modem with Windows Fax and Scan and it can be configured to only answer as a fax when you tell it to. When the computer is on and the phone rings a little box appears on the computer screen asking if you want to answer as a fax.
1905367
Hito be honest, i just realized i did not have it. it does not come with a built in modem, but you can always get an external one via USB. But dont make the modem be a distractor not to purchase the pc. PC is beautiful sleek and fast. new pc's do not come with modems any more, its a thing from the past. I use my pc for work and I barely fax or receive a fax from anyone any more its all about emails. hope this help, good luck!
647838
For FAX you need the phone wire. Only computer printing and scanning works (sometimes ...) wireless .... but ... don't buy it ... it's just waste of money and time. Today I had to restart this printer twice (shut down ... unplug (!!!) ... wait 1 minute ... replug ... restart ... wait 10 minutes ...).
155404
Would not recommend this USB modem, it has no instructions or clues as to how to use it other than it specifically acts as a dial-up modem for Internet access and for fax/data applications via a land telephone line (includes the telephone cord for connecting the same). You said you have a "modem wire" - suggesting you already have a modem and thus no need for an external modem. Maybe you need a USB connector, not a modem? Best to due more research for your specific need.
1263216
Other people have answered yes to this. Mine does. Most of the laptops from this time period do, but the notebooks can vary. You can contact the seller and/or buy a USB external modem for under $20 http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias%3Delectronics&field-keywords;=external%20modem&sprefix;=external+mod%2Celectronics
1531085
I couldn't get it to work with a modem, something about the frequency difference, but I haven't tried it with a fax so I don't know for sure.
1577440
This is an external usb modem that is working for me for using with a fax system.
1340801
I don't think it would work the way your planning to use it.. It says you can use to fax/data applications via a land telephone line.but I couldn't get this to work on laptop.. Would not read it or install drivers for it to work with Win7 64 bit.
226991
If you have the modem connected to a phone line, it should work if you follow the instructions for connection and setup. I have this modem as a backup and it works great for me but I have not used it for faxing as I have a dedicated fax. Alternatively, you could call (toll free) or e-mail USRobotics and speak with one of their pre-sales or technical support technicians; and if your questions are answered satisfactorily about the modem, you could then order the modem from your vendor of choice. Good luck!
2213840
Sorry but I can't answer that because I don't use mine as a fax. I recommend calling the HP technical department. 1 (888) 999-4747
1906642
This is a fax modem. As such it will connect with a fax machine on the other end through a telephone line. This modem supports Windows 7 but not Window 8 (unless something has changed), even though USR says 8 is supported. Model 5639 does not support voice. Go to the US Robotics web page, all the answers are there.
708983
yes, there is no reason why it should not work. The real question is does windows 7 support this type of modem. Most systems are backwards compatible so this should work even with window 8. If you have program that will do this like the program that magic jack uses then there is no reason that this would not let you do this.
1641611
According to the info about that modem, it's supposed to work just fine with winblows OS and fax software. Other than that, I wouldn't know as I don't use or need fax and don't use windows.
226990
Can you be just a bit more specific? This device is a modem... and requires dial tone to operate... connecting it directly to the fax's line port will not provide dial tone, and thus will not operate the fax.doesn't the fax have a usb port to connect to your computer with via a usb cable?You need a telephone line connected directly to the fax on it's line port. let me know if this answers your question...
781014
The product description says: "Great for sharing a printer, scanner, or other USB device between two computers (one computer has access at a time)." I'm guessing you select the printer function at the printer. Receiving and sending faxes is a separate function that uses the phone line. So, it's likely that you'd send the fax page just completed to the printer via the switch, then fax it using the printer-to-phoneline connection. If you control all the printer functions from you computer, chances are the switch will work. At $14.99 a pop, it's worth giving it a try.