Hi Alberto et al., I too have a 3Com USR 56K Message Plus Modem WITHOUT Windows.
Of course, because I use a Macintosh computer... I too send a message "request" for what you call "The Independent Mode"... I too am still waiting for answers... But, I'm able to use that *** 3Com modem to connect my computer to internet, sometimes send (and receive) fax (only when I set back the drivers). But the specific software communication (voice/fax) sold in what they call a MacPak (350 Francs vat included) was out of date at the time I buy it (but I don't know that when I buy it). So, I have to make my consumer work: the next Modem I have to buy will not be a 3Com, I check the software versions given in the box before I buy anything, etc... It's a shame... Emile PS: I don't talk to the Disney CD-ROM I got (Wintel version) with my Message Plus. Still not open... >>I've got a 3Com USR 56K Message Modem. >>This modem is capable of receiving fax and voice messages >>WHEN YOUR PC IS OFF ("Independent Mode"). >>Very nice feature! ( makes the modem fairly expensive, too). >>BUT >>=== >>I can't use it with my Debian (hamm) ! >>======================================