     Most  of  the  time, there is no need to  use  a  bps  above
19,200bps.  Unless  the data is very structured or  has  lots  of
empty  space (database or spreadsheet) the compression won't  get
you  over 19,200bps. When the modem refuses to work above  19,200
or  doesn't  work well, it is usually hardware  on  the  computer
(slow  serial  port  or  some  other  conflict  even  on  a  fast
computer). Set the software and dialing directory for 19200. Make
sure CTS/RTS flow is=ON. And locked DTE (baud/bps) rate (software
does NOY follow modem connect speed).

     On the other hand, never set the modem BELOW 19,200  either.
If you get a 12,000 or 14,400 connect the software and modem  may
not speak to each other correctly.

     The  phone company claims the bandwidth of the  phone  lines
will only support 9600. Most of the time, from most locations  we
know from experience that often 14,400 or 12,000 can actually  be
acheived. However when the connections for whatever reason  won't
support  the  faster  speed,  it  should  come  as  no  surprise.
Sometimes you can force a higher than 9600 connect, and get  some
(or  a lot) of garbage characters. When the connect is TOO  poor,
the  modems will not even stay connected. In such a case use  one
of the 9600 dial prefixes (insert or pp11-7 or 10-7).

                                   Don Hinds - Zoom Tech
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