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From: richark@mist.cs.orst.edu (Kenny Richards)
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Subject: Supra2400/2.0 Upgrade
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Date: 9 Aug 90 17:42:00 GMT
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Due to all the specualation on the $40 upgrade charge for Supra's
2400 modem, I thought I would let everybody know just what is involved 
and the reason the charge isn't unreasonible.

1.  Your modem processor is replaced with Intels new 2.0 processor. Plus,
    to allow for extra phone number storeage (4 numbers) and the extra setup
    parameters (2 setup's), the Novram needs to be replaced.  

2.  In most cases your analog chip, the second in the pair of chips from
    Intel, needs to be replaced.  The analog and processor are two of the 
    three most expensive units in the modem, the third is the board itself.

3.  The modem is brought up to factory specs.  

4.  This whole process normally takes at least 1/2 hour of bench time and
    you must include shipping in there. (All modems go back UPS)

I think once you look at what is done, the $40 upgrade isn't really that
unreasonable. You are basiclly getting a new modem for $40.