Product/price comparison between CTI's Software and Hardware Package and CLEO's

Feature Comparison between CTI's External and CLEO's Internal Synchronous Modem

CTI

$1,595 including Windows 3780 BSC Software

CLEO

$1,595 including Windows 3780 BSC Software

Board Manufacturer (ISA/EISA Slot Required) Hayes Optima™ Hayes Optima™
Annual Technical Support and Maintenance Fees $159 after 1st year $179 upon purchase
Speed - Hayes claims twice as fast as other internal asynchronous modems - up to 230,400 bits/s, twice the 115,200 bits/s of other typical modems.  Supports: V.34 (33.6Kbps); V.32bis (14.4Kbps); V.32 (9.6Kbps); V.22bis (2.4Kbps); V.22 (1.2Kbps); Bell 212a (1.2Kbps).

YES

33,600 bps Sync

230,400 bps Async

YES

33,600 bps Sync

230,400 bps Async

Advanced Business Class Features - Distinctive Ring, Caller ID support, Voice/Data/FAX capabilities provide three types of communication on one phone line to help control costs

YES

YES

Multiple Voice Mailbox System - Create and manage multiple voice mailboxes remotely. Provide number options for your callers and improves customer service with high-quality, multi-function voice mail. A single phone line can turn any remote office into a professional message center. YES YES
Security and Password Encryption - Pass-Through Security allows the caller immediate access after password verification. Dial Back Security verifies the caller=s password and calls back to a predetermined number. Access control ensures a protected communications environment. YES YES
Fax-On-Demand - In addition to the security and convenience of personal faxing, you can also create your own Fax-On-Demand system with OPTIMA. Now you can provide ultra fast response to customer inquiries. You can also broadcast faxes to multiple locations. YES YES
Flash ROM Upgrades - Fast, flexible, and easy upgrades to modern features eliminate obsolete equipment. YES YES
Free Online Service Offers - With CTI/Hayes Bonus Bundle - you receive FREE software, memberships and connect time from popular online and internet services, and lots of Special Offers! YES YES
Business Features - Supports a wide range of telephone systems. Asynchronous mode with 2-wire leased-line supports error-control. YES YES
Patented Escape Sequence With Guard Time - Allows the modem to reliably escape from the online mode to the command mode without being accidentally triggered by transmitted data. YES YES
Dial-Back Hayes AutoSync - Use this feature with AutoSync software for remote 3780 connectivity to mainframes and mini-computers and eliminate the need for an SDLC or HDLC synchronous adapter card. YES YES
Messaging - Includes multiple mailboxes and priority message paging. Archive messages or retrieve them remotely. Callers can switch to their mailbox of choice using a touch tone phone. YES YES
Warranty - Standard 2-year limited warranty is extended a total of five years if the user registers the product with Hayes (Zoom Telephonics) within 90 days of purchase in the U.S. and Canada only. 2 - 5 Years 2 - 5 Years