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QUICKSPECS
1 DA-10218-01-003 — 01.24.2000
Compaq Microcom 420
56K PC Card Fax Modem
Overview
The Compaq Microcom 420 56K1 PC Card Fax Modem keeps global business travelers connected with 56K1 analog
data speeds on their portable computers. This Compaq modem’s fast, high-quality, easy Internet and remote LAN
communications give international travelers access to all the information they need, when they need it. It is
engineered with both V.90 and K56Flex1 technologies for seamless connectivity, 2 MB of flash ROM for simple
software upgrades, multiple country approvals for international travel, Digital Line Protection for extra reliability, and
Plug and Play configuration for easy installation.
PERFORMANCE AND RELIABILITY
V.90 and K56Flex1 Technology
Designed with 2 MB of flash ROM, the Compaq Microcom 420 comes pre-loaded with both V.90 and K56Flex1
technology. When making an Internet connection, the modem auto-configures to the appropriate technology. This
gives users a seamless, smooth operation, as well as the optimal opportunity to connect at 56 Kbps.
Easy Country Configurations
The Compaq Microcom 420 is designed specifically to include all the possibilities required for international use.
Equipped with Compaq’s Locale Utility, a user simply chooses the desired country from a scroll-down list and the
modem automatically resets itself to the appropriate network parameters, as well as to the optimum performance
levels available in that country. What’s more, users need only one cable for traveling in up to 30 countries.
Low Power Consumption
Engineered to be portable-friendly, Compaq Microcom 420 uses less power than ordinary modems, which extends
the PC’s battery life.
Flash Upgradable
Simple software downloads facilitate easy performance enhancements, future proofing, and service updates.
Digital Line Protection
The Compaq Microcom 420 comes armed with specialized circuitry that protects the modem from internal damage if
it’s inadvertently plugged into a digital line common in hotel rooms and offices.
Fast and Reliable Faxes
Software included with the Compaq Microcom 420 enables a user to send and receive faxes at speeds up to 14.4
Kbps, directly from the laptop while on the road.
Error Connec tion Protection
The Compaq Microcom 420 also includes MNP 10 and MNP 10 EC, the industry’s leading error connection protocols,
providing high throughput modem connections during adverse line conditions, which is essential for domestic and
international communication.
Plug and Play Install ation
The Compaq Microcom 420 is one of the easiest modems to install. Approved with virtually any portable computer, it
is Microsoft Windows 3.x, 95, 98, and NT compatible. Simply plug the modem into the portable computer’s PC card
slot, load the software, and it’s ready to access the Internet, and send and receive faxes.
Warranty2
Five-year, limited warranty (North & Latin America)
MODELS
Compaq Microcom 420
56K1 PC Card Fax Modem
317900-001
The Compaq Microcom 420
56K1 PC Card Fax Modem is an
internationally approved 56K1
modem, providing high -
performance and cost- effecti ve
analog data and fax capabilities
to the domestic and internationa
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business traveler.
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QUICKSPECS
2 DA-10218-01-003 — 01.24.2000
Compaq Microcom 420
56K PC Card Fax Modem
SPECIFICATIONS
Compliance V.90
K56Flex1
Full ITU-T V.34 compliance
Full compliance with V.21, V.22, V.22bis, V.23, V.32, V.32bis, Bell 103A,
and Bell 212A
Error Correction V.42, MNP2-4, MNP 10, MNP 10EC
Data Compressio n V.42bis/MNP 5
Operating System Support Microsoft Windows NT 4.x
Microsoft Windows 98
Microsoft Windows 95
Microsoft Windows 3.x
Requirements Compaq-compatible PC, running Windows 3.x, 95, 98, or NT 4.x
486 or higher processor
Minimum 8 MB memory
Available PC Card slot and 1 IRQ
Analog line service from the phone company or local PBX
Kit Contents Plug and Play Type II 56Kbps PC card modem
Country-specific telco adapter
6-ft PC-card to RJ-11 cord
Installation software
Multi-language communication software CD ROM
PC card protective case
Quick Installation Guide
Warranty and Quality Cards
COMPATIBILITY
Portables
Compaq Armada 3500
1 The V.90 and K56Flex protocols are designed only to allow faster downloads from V.90- and K56Flex-compliant digital sources,
respectively. Maximum achievab le dow nload transmissio n rates may not reach 56Kbps and will vary with line condit ions.
2 Certain restrictions and exclusions apply. Conta ct 1 - 800-OK-COM PA Q for details. In Canad a, co nsult the Product I nformatio n Centre at
1-800-567-1616 for details.