Rocket Modem III
turbocharged 56K* Multimodem Cards
The Comtrol RocketModem III™ is an integrated,
multimodem, universal PCI-bus expansion card**
designed to provide remote access on an industrystandard
application server or to build a custom data
communications or fax server. Combining Comtrol's
proven RocketPort® multiport serial controller
technology with industry-standard modem modules,
the RocketModem III provides either four or eight
56 Kbps V.90 data and fax modems in one easily
installed, easily configured package.
The RocketModem III incorporates a 36 MHz RISC
processor dedicated to processing asynchronous serial
communications, thereby maximizing performance and
minimizing CPU utilization. Utilizing Comtrol's unique
Application Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC)
technology means simplified installation, elimination of
shared memory conflicts, and increased reliability.
Optimum 56K Performance
The RocketModem III modem card uses proven,
industry-standard fax modem modules to support a full
range of data protocols at speeds up to 56 Kbps
carrier speed. These include V.90, K56flex, V.34,
V.32terbo, V.32bis, V.32, V.22bis, V.42, MNP2-4, ECC
error correction, V.42bis, and MNP5 data compression.
Support is also provided for Group 3 fax send-andreceive
at rates up to 14.4 Kbps, including T.30
protocol, fax Class 1 and Class 2.
RocketModem III enables a wide variety of remote
access applications, including dial-out access to ISPs,
dial-in access for mobile workers or telecommuters
who require access to the corporate LAN or intranet,
and enterprise fax capabilities.
*Due to FCC regulations, receiving speeds are limited to
53 Kbps. Actual speeds may vary according to phone
line conditions.
**The PCI bus expansion slot must meet PCI spec 2.2, and
must have support for 3.3V.
Highlights
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Comtrol delivers the industry's
top-selling 56K V.90
multimodem PCI card products
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56 Kbps* data speed/14.4 fax
speed (Class 1 and Class 2
fax support)
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Both V.90 and K56flex
56 Kbps technology supported
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Available in 4-modem and
8-modem models
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Requires one PCI expansion
slot** per multimodem card,
providing up to 32 modems for
most typical servers
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Install multiple RocketModem III
cards in a single server using
only one or no interrupts,
eliminating resource conflicts
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Port monitoring software
allows reporting of board and
modem port status
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High-performance RocketPort
ASIC technology maximizes
modem communication
throughput while minimizing
server system overhead
and eliminating
processing bottlenecks
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Eliminates the cabling
connections and separate
power supply requirements
associated with
external modems
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Easy to use
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Seamless integration
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On-board speaker
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Individual modem reset
feature enables modems to be
individually reset while server
remains in operation
*Due to FCC regulations, receiving speeds are limited to 53 Kbps.
Actual speeds may vary according to phone line conditions.
**The PCI bus expansion slot must meet PCI spec 2.2, and must
have support for 3.3V.
Specifications
HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS
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Number of Ports/Card:
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4 or 8
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Number of Cards/System:
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Up to 4
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Number of Ports/System:
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4 to 32
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Interface Connector:
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RJ-11
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Interrupt:
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Non Required
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Baud Rate:
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Up to 56 Kbps* Per Port
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Device Driver Control:
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Data Bits:
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7 or 8
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Parity:
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Odd, Even, None
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Stop Bits:
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1 or 2
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INTERFACE/S
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Bus Interface:
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Universal PCI
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POWER
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RocketModem III 4-Port
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2.6 W
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RocketModem III 8-Port
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4.26 W
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CURRENT @ 3.3V
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RocketModem III 4-Port
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.79 A
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RocketModem III 8-Port
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1.29 A
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(Both cards require 5mA @ 5V)
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ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
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Heat Output:
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RocketModem III 4-Port
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8.90 BTU/Hr
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RocketModem III 8-Port
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14.50 BTU/Hr
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Operating Temperature:
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0° to 45° C
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Storage Temperature:
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-20° to 85° C
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Altitude:
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0 to 10,000 Ft
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Mean Time Between Failures:
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RocketModem III 4-Port
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22.7 Yrs
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RocketModem III 8-Port
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13.3 Yrs
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Humidity (Non-Condensing):
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System On
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8% to 80%
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System Off
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20% to 80%
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Surge Protection:
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15KV ESD
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PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS
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Dimensions :
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13.3" x 4.2" (incl. 2.5" bracket)
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Packaged Weight:
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RocketModem III 4-Port
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12 Oz
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RocketModem III 8-Port
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15 Oz
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Agency Approvals
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FCC Part 15 Class A Certification
FCC Part 68 Certification
UL Recognized
Surge Protection Meets Standard UL
Canadian EMC Requirements
JATE Certification (in process)
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Supported Operating Systems
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Microsoft® Windows® 98 SE/ME, 2000, NT 4.0, XP, Server 2003
Linux
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*Due to FCC regulations, receiving speeds are limited to 53 Kbps.
Actual speeds may vary according to phone line conditions.
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