SMC Networks Launches TigerAccess(TM) Extended Ethernet Switch and TigerAccess Extended CPE for Voice and Data Access at Speeds up to 100Mbps
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SMC Networks Targets Broadband Network Connectivity Demands of Hospitality Industry with Launch of Affordable VDSL2 Extended Ethernet Solution
SMC Networks’ TigerAccess(TM) Extended Ethernet Switch Enables the Distribution of High-Speed Network Connectivity in Multi-Unit Buildings and Enterprise Environments over Existing Telephone Wires
LAS VEGAS, SMC Networks, a leading provider of advanced, high performance networking solutions for the SMB and enterprise markets, today announced the launch of the TigerAccess(TM) Extended Ethernet Switch (SMC7824M/VSW) and TigerAccess Extended Ethernet CPE (SMC7801A/VCP) at Interop Las Vegas 2009 (booth #969). Offered as a complete solution for multi-unit environments such as hotels and office buildings, the TigerAccess VDSL2 Extended Ethernet Solution, enables the deployment of voice and data access at speeds up to 100Mbps over existing category 1, 2 or 3 wiring.
Utilizing VDSL2 technology, which enables providers to offer high-bandwidth services such as HDTV streaming and Video on Demand over the existing telephone wires, the TigerAccess VDSL2 Extended Ethernet Solution is an ideal solution for service providers to supply broadband access with minimal or no changes to the existing wiring infrastructure.
In addition to two Gigabit copper uplink ports, the TigerAccess Extended Ethernet Switch supports up to 24 ports of VDSL2 connectivity with data transfer speeds of up to 100Mbps. Software features including Quality of Service (QoS) and IGMP ensure optimal support for advanced applications such as Video on Demand and other services of value in hospitality environments.
The TigerAccess Extended Ethernet CPE (Customer Premise Equipment), which is deployed at the customer end of the VDSL2 line, such as in a guest room or office, features a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port to connect to any PC or Macintosh with a 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX network interface card.
“Advanced applications such as high-definition television, in-room video conferencing and high-speed Internet are quickly becoming service offerings that both business and casual travelers alike expect at a minimum in the hotels in which they stay. Hotels that don’t offer these services these days are losing potential revenue,” explained Iain Kenney, Director of Product Marketing at SMC Networks. “However, for many existing hotels without pre-run Ethernet cabling, upgrading the existing infrastructure to support Ethernet cabling is not cost-effective. Our VDSL2 solution enables users to deliver high-speed network connectivity over the existing phone cables, easily and affordably without the need to rewire anything.”
About the TigerAccess VDSL2 Extended Ethernet Solution
The TigerAccess VDSL2 Extended Ethernet Solution provides an alternative cost-effective solution for delivering broadband network and Internet access to multi-unit buildings or enterprise environments such as hospitals, universities and manufacturing facilities.
The TigerAccess Extended Ethernet Switch (SMC7824M/VSW) features two RJ-21 ports, which contain 26 extended Ethernet ports, two RJ-45 Gigabit uplink ports, a 100BASE-T management port, and RJ-45 console port. Based upon the VDSL2 standard, the SMC7824M/VSW delivers speeds of up to 100Mbps to a distance of 800 feet.
The SMC7824M/VSW offers a host of features including: Spanning Tree protocol, VLAN support for up to 256 groups, Quality-of-Service, MultiLink Trunking (LACP), port mirroring, and RADIUS client. The versatile switch can be managed via Telnet, SSHv2, SNMP manager (including SNMPv3), and the RS232 console port.
The TigerAccess Extended Ethernet CPE (SMC7801A/VCP), which delivers an Ethernet data link speed of up to 100 Mbps in full-duplex mode, simultaneously supports standard telephone services and easily connects to PC- and Macintosh-based computer systems through a 10/100Mbps Ethernet port. When paired with the Extended Ethernet Switch, the SMC7801A/VCP enables broadband connectivity without the need for any rewiring.
The SMC TigerAccess Extended Ethernet Switch and Extended Ethernet CPE are backed by a limited lifetime warranty and 24/7 technical support, and will be available worldwide in July 2009 via leading e-commerce sites and value-added resellers.
About SMC Networks
SMC Networks is a leading provider of affordable, easy-to-use, high-performance networking solutions for the consumer, small- and medium-sized businesses, and enterprise markets. With a global presence that supports customers throughout the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia-Pacific, SMC leverages its heritage of over 35 years to deliver to market a level of quality, reliability and technological advancement that has established it as one of the premier network companies in the industry.
Since 2003, SMC has maintained a Green portfolio of networking products demonstrating its commitment to the environment at a very early stage. In 2008, Instat confirmed SMC’s commitment to go beyond cursory attempts at power management when it stated that SMC was one of the top five most energy efficient in the 24/48 port managed switch category. SMC’s Green Policy is a key component of the company’s core strength that can be leveraged by its install base.
SMC Networks is headquartered in Irvine, Calif. For more information, visit the company’s Web site at www.smc.com or call (800) SMC-4YOU.
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