NETGEAR XM128 ISDN - Manual (Page 17)

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Preface
Congratulations on your purchase of the NETGEAR ™ Model XM128 ISDN Digital Modem.
The NETGEAR Model XM128 modem provides connection for one or more PCs to the Internet
or to the office over ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Network) lines. The modem operates
at a speed of up to 460 kilobits per second (Kbps) data rate, or 115 Kbps data rate without
compression, and can download video clips, music, or high-resolution color graphics from the
World Wide Web or other online services many times faster than an analog modem. The Model
XM128 modem supports concurrent data and voice communications, reducing cost and
administration of multiple phone lines.
Purpose
This guide provides instructions for the installation and use of the Model XM128 modem. This
guide also provides instructions for the installation and use of FirstGear
™ , a configuration software
application for installing, configuring, and monitoring the Model XM128 modem.