Random-access time for the drive is 50 milliseconds. An optional Multimedia Port Replicator has a removable media bay for a DVD-ROM, etc. The benefit for mobile computer users from this competition is that Intel says that their Pentium III processor will be at 750MHz by the time you read this column and to 850MHz by the end of the year. This printer, fax, copier and scanner fits into your briefcase and can connect to a phone line or your notebook by using a standard telephone line and parallel port. The device can send and receive full size documents at speeds up to 9600 bps and make copies at 200 x 400 dpi in either letter or legal size.
Twain scanning software is included.
Using thermal cut sheet paper, the Docuport runs on AC or a 6-volt rechargeable nickel metal hydride battery.