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ISDN - - - (Adapter vs Modem)

  • 30-05-2002 1:47am
    #1
    wolfman
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,553 ✭✭✭


    Hi

    I am not sure if I am posting in the correct board but it's the closest I can find.

    Can anybody explain the differences and advantages or disadvantages of internal ISDN modem card and external terminal adapter??

    Or do I need both?

    I am thinking of getting ISDN at home and am unsure what I need.

    Wolfman


Comments

  • #2
    wintermute
    Closed Accounts Posts: 65 ✭✭wintermute


    There is technically no such thing as an "ISDN modem" since there is nothing to modulate / demodulate.

    An ISDN Terminal Adaptor (TA) is what you're looking for.

    There is no technical difference between an internal or external TA. I personally tend to go for external ones since I like being able to physically see the diagnostic LEDs.

    The only constraint with an internal TA is ensuring that you have a free slot for it on the motherboard.


  • #3
    Dr.Seagull
    Closed Accounts Posts: 96 ✭✭Dr.Seagull


    i have an internal isdn card and it works good it was cheap as well only 45 euro iv never used a external isdn ta but iv heard proformance can be poor if it connects to the usb port
    what ever u do dont buy a ta off eircom they are horribly overpriced


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