I have an E2864 as an interim measure until the Supremes are released.  If 
you have a Z16 model, you can trade it in.
I went with the ZyXEL originally because I believed it to be an industrial 
strength, multiple-featured modem; and it was.  (I also hoped the Z19 
protocol would catch on, which it didn't.)  At the time, there weren't any 
others readily available that did adaptive answering, selective ring 
detection, etc.
I was also feuding with the phone company, and found the LCD display 
invaluable in winning my war with them.
ZyXEL has a track record of producing solid equipment; on the other hand, you 
can buy a crate of "disposable" modems for the same kind of money.  It all 
depends upon your personal style.
Jerry Schwartz
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