US Robotics USR5686E Driver Download (Official)
The USR5686E is a modem manufactured by US Robotics. If you cannot connect to the network, or have slow transfer speeds or intermittent disconnection problems, you may need to update your modem driver or firmware. This driver - "5686e.inf" - has been downloaded 613 times and is rated 5 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews. The uploader reports that this update will work successfully on PCs running Windows XP. The total disk space used for this update is 50.0 KB.
Supported Models
USR5686E
Manufacturers
Supported Operating Systems
Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows NT4, Windows NT3.51, Windows ME, Windows 98, Windows 95
File Name
Additional Notes
USR5686E, USR215686E(-220) 56K V.92 External Faxmodem
Win 95, 98, NT, 2000, Me, and XP INF file
Copy this file onto a blank 3.5-inch disk. In Control Panel, double-click Modems and remove all Sportster modems. Shutdown the computer, connect and turn on the modem, and restart the computer. When prompted, insert the disk and choose "Driver from disk provided by hardware manufacturer" or "search for the best driver" and click OK. Direct the installation to search the 3.5-inch disk. Select the U.S. Robotics 56K fax external and then follow the prompts to finish the installation.
Uploaded By
Theodore (DG Staff Member) on 24-May-2004
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How to Update USR5686E Device Drivers
Step 1 - Download Your Driver
To get the USR5686E driver, click the green download button above. After you complete your download, move on to Step 2.
If the driver listed is not the right version or operating system, search our driver archive for the correct version. Enter US Robotics USR5686E into the search box above and then submit. In the results, choose the best match for your PC and operating system.
Tech Tip: If you are having trouble deciding which is the right driver, try the US Robotics Driver Update Utility. It is a software utility which automatically finds and downloads the right driver.
To find the newest driver, you may need to visit the US Robotics website. Most major device manufacturers update their drivers regularly.
Step 2 - Install Your Driver
To install your new driver on Windows:
Right-click the Start button.
Click "Device Manager">
Find your device in the list.
Right-click the device and select "Update driver"
Follow the steps on screen.
Restart your computer when done.
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