2/23/04 7:29 PM Sam Strong <[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: >> on 04/2/17 10:01 PM, Mark D. Chapman at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: >>> 2. I need a modem. Is my only option the high priced modems that fit >>> in the B&W modem slot? What about PCI or USB modems? ----
>>[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: >> You might want to check this page at Accelerate Your Mac (good resource). >> http://www.xlr8yourmac.com/G3-ZONE/yosemite/internalmodem.html >> >> It is a bit dated (1999) but it does address some of the earlier issues with >> the Blue/White Internal modems. Seems the major issues were disconections >> (apparently resolved by disabling the FaxSTF software) and connection rates >> of the modem scripts. Don't know if these issues still remain. If so, >> would an external USB modem be a better choice than the internal modem? > > I'll add my 2 cents worth here. I had a wonderful B&W that in fact became > my favorite Mac of all time. I had some connection problems with the stock > Global Village modem under OS 9.X but after going to OS X it was solid and > steady (My son still uses the B&W while I'm stuck with a Sawtooth that's > been nothing but a headache - anyone wanna trade??). So I am a fan of the > Global Village internal, at least under OS X. I don't think that it's > actually that high priced though. In addition to the links that Abbe > provided you might also check out Wegener Media (www.wegenermedia.com). I > know that some people on some of these lists have had some problems with > them, but I have personally had several good experiences with them and they > have the modems for $15.00 (click on the "specials" page and scroll down to > "modems). Of course YMMV, but I think that the B&W should make you pretty > happy! > > Sam Strong > Henley Middle School -------- Sam, This is good to know- that the Global Village Internal modem does work under OS X,...and a good price. I had pulled the this modem from my B&W because of issues with 9.x, but based on this info will re-install it. This will cut down on desk clutter Thank you for your comments. BTW, I have used Wegener Media with success. Kind regards, Abbe -- G-List is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Refurbished Drives | -- We have Apple Refurbished Monitors in stock! | & CDRWs on Sale! | Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> G-List list info: <http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml> --> AOL users, remove "mailto:"; Send list messages to: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To unsubscribe, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> For digest mode, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subscription questions: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Archive: <http://www.mail-archive.com/g-list%40mail.maclaunch.com/> Using a Mac? Free email & more at Applelinks! http://www.applelinks.com
