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Re: Best V34 modem for multi-modem BBS?

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From: Dave Murray
Date: Sat, 13 Apr 1996 08:39
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In article <315d678a.4796364@news.dungeon.com>, scook@lightning.dungeon.com (Shane Cook) says:
>
>scook@lightning.dungeon.com (Shane Cook) wrote:
>
>>I'm considering setting up a BBS system and want to connect 4 V34
>>internal  modems. I need each modem to work on a separate IRQ and port
>>address. The modems must also be good at answering calls and NEVER
>>drop the connection (dropping down the speed is ok) due to line noise.
>>
>>I am considering 4 internal sporters as they will run at 33K. Is this
>>a good idea? I've been reading a lot of conflicting opinions on the
>>sporters.....
>
>Thanks for everyones comments. I've now gone off the idea of using 4
>internal modems. There are enough IRQ and port addresses available but
>I have decided its going to be more useful to instantly be able to see
>what's happening and at point in time. Going external also allows me
>to use a Digicom board if I later want more modems. I've looked at
>these boards and they are very expensive (it's cheaper to buy another
>PC).....
>
>I have therefore decided to stick with the brand I currently use and
>go for, four external Supras. I currently have a Supra 288 and the
>alpha display can be very useful in letting me see what's going on. I
>will either go for the Supra 288 or the Supra Sonic. Anyone tried the
>Sonic yet?
>
>
I have a supra and its been nothing but trouble, in the shop 5 times. while the others,boca 
zoom have performed flawlessly.
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From: logcabin@zipnet.net (Dave Murray)
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Subject: Re: Best V34 modem for multi-modem BBS?
Date: 13 Apr 1996 08:39:14 GMT
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