Boca Research Announces 56K Tidalwave USB External Modem

Strategic Insights -

Boca Research, a leading provider of hardware and software technology, has announced the 56K Tidalwave USB external modem, a high-speed communications solution for Windows-based personal computers. The modem, designed for Retail Vision Fall '99, will ship by the end of the month, boasting a sleek design and USB technology that offers ease of setup, simple configuration, and faster performance. This modem enables users to surf the web at high-speed without tying up system resources, featuring a built-in speaker and AutoMax technology for seamless ISP connectivity.

Key Takeaways:

  • The 56K Tidalwave USB modem is designed for Windows-based personal computers and will ship by the end of the month.
  • The modem uses USB technology, which offers ease of setup, simple configuration, and faster performance.
  • The modem does not require a system IRQ, allowing users to take advantage of high-speed communications and web surfing without tying up system resources.
  • The 56K Tidalwave USB modem features a built-in speaker that provides audible notification of dialing and connection to an ISP.
  • The modem includes AutoMax technology, which automatically switches between V.90 and K56flex standards for seamless ISP connectivity.
  • The 56K Tidalwave USB modem uses hot-swappable technology, allowing users to switch peripherals without restarting their computer.
  • The modem is available through computer catalogs, online resellers, and selected computer retail stores, with a suggested retail price (SRP) of $99.95.
  • Boca Research, a subsidiary of Boca Research, comments that the company is committed to providing the latest and fastest communications technology for the Windows-based marketplace.

Statistics:

  • The 56K Tidalwave USB modem will ship by the end of September 1999.
  • The modem uses 56K technology, offering high-speed communications and web surfing.
  • The 56K Tidalwave USB modem will be available through three distribution channels: computer catalogs, online resellers, and selected computer retail stores.
  • The suggested retail price (SRP) of the modem is $99.95.
  • Boca Research has designed and manufactured over 100 products, including modems, I/O cards, and multiport products.

Sources:

  • Business Wire, Sept. 14, 1999
  • Boca Research website: http://www.bocaresearch.com, http://www.globalvillage.com, and http://www.bocavision.com