Fax modem no longer working after Sierra upgrade

Here are instructions on how to reinstall usb fax modem support on Mac OS Sierra: Reinstall USB Fax Modem Capabilities on Sierra. It simply involves copying a few files from a previous El Capitan install. It works on my system, and the working fix is persistent after the 10.12.3 upgrade.

I filed a bug report and was told that Sierra supports multi-function printer faxing, but not "legacy" fax modems.

Personally, I have no interest in adding more peripheral clutter when all I need is a sub-$15 modem and a phone cord, especially when the fix is copying over a few files.

If dropping support for fax modems affects you negatively, please take the time to issue feedback at Apple's website, https://www.apple.com/feedback/macosx.html.

Here are instructions on how to reinstall usb fax modem support on Mac OS Sierra. They simply involve copying a few files from a previous El Capitan install. It works on my system, and the working fix is persistent after the 10.12.3 upgrade.

I filed a bug report and was told that Sierra supports multi-function printer faxing, but not "legacy" fax modems.

Personally, I have no interest in adding more peripheral clutter when all I need is a sub-$15 modem and a phone cord, especially when the fix is copying over a few files.

If dropping support for fax modems affects you negatively, please take the time to issue feedback at Apple's website, https://www.apple.com/feedback/macosx.html.

I love the idea that people are still using FAX in 2016, with the iPhone 7 just released it brings a smile to be reminded of the US Robotics 🙂 fax modems. Sounds like you will need to find a patched driver, I can't help but good luck!

There are many online FAX services. There is no need for a FAX modem. This article may help: http://www.howtogeek.com/168841/how-to-send-and-receive-faxes-online-without-a-f ax-machine-or-phone-line/