Description
Practical Peripherals PM9600SA 9600 bps V.32/V.42bis External Modem
The Practical Peripherals PM9600SA is a dial-up external modem from the 1990s era, designed to provide 9600 bps data transmission for computers and terminals via standard telephone lines. The unit features support for both V.32 and V.42bis compression protocols, enabling efficient data transfer at speeds typical of mid-range consumer modems during the dial-up era. External modems like this connected via RS-232 serial cable to a computer's serial port, providing dial-up Internet and online service connectivity when internal modems were not available or when upgrading existing systems.
Specifications & What's Included
- Brand: Practical Peripherals
- Model: PM9600SA
- Data Rate: 9600 bits per second (bps)
- Protocols: V.32, V.42bis (data compression)
- Interface: RS-232 Serial connection (DB-9 connector)
- Telephone Connection: RJ-11 jack for standard telephone line
- Form Factor: Desktop external enclosure
- Power: AC adapter powered (external power supply required)
- Country of Origin: United States
- Era: 1990s dial-up modem
- Included: Modem unit only; cables, power supply, and documentation not confirmed included
Applications
The PM9600SA was designed for dial-up Internet access, online service connectivity (AOL, CompuServe, Prodigy), bulletin board systems (BBS), and general computer telecommunications during the 1990s and early 2000s. These modems were popular add-ons for computers that lacked built-in modems or for users upgrading from slower 2400 or 4800 bps equipment. External modems remained common in commercial and institutional settings, where they provided flexibility and easy replacement without opening the computer case. The V.32/V.42bis support offered faster, more reliable connections than earlier V.22bis modems, making the PM9600SA a mid-range solution in its era. Today, these modems are primarily of interest to retro computing enthusiasts, legacy system maintainers, and collectors preserving dial-up era telecommunications hardware.
This Practical Peripherals PM9600SA 9600 bps external modem is in used condition, consistent with its age and era of manufacture. The unit has been visually inspected and appears to be intact with no obvious damage. As a vintage telecommunications device from the 1990s dial-up era, it shows cosmetic wear typical of its age. The unit has not been powered on or tested at our facility, but was pulled from a working environment where it had been stored. Please view our photo set and contact us if you have any questions before purchasing.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
Practical Peripherals |
Model: |
PM9600SA |
Type: |
External Data Modem |
Data Rate: |
9600 bps |
Modem Standards: |
V.32, V.42bis |
Interface Type: |
RS-232 Serial |
Form Factor: |
Desktop External |
Power Requirements: |
AC external adapter (specifications not verified) |
Connector Type: |
DB-9 RS-232 Serial, RJ-11 Telephone Jack |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
United States |
SKU: |
10731 |
Seller Notes: |
Unit only; cables, power supply, or documentation not confirmed |
Condition Notes: |
Practical Peripherals PM9600SA 9600 bps external modem in used condition. Visually inspected, shows typical age-related cosmetic wear. Not powered up or tested at our facility. Pulled from storage. |
