3Com's New High-Performance Modem Connects Small Business Users; OfficeConnect 56K Business Modem Provides Exceptional Features.SANTA CLARA Santa Clara, city, Cuba Santa Clara (sän`tä klä`rä), city (1994 est. pop. 217,000), capital of Villa Clara prov., central Cuba. , Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 1, 1999--Continuing its strong heritage of manufacturing world-class modems, 3Com Corporation (Nasdaq:COMS COMS 3Com Corporation (stock symbol) COMS Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist COMS Continuous Opacity Monitoring Systems COMS City of Manchester Stadium (UK) ) today began shipping its newest offering, the OfficeConnect(R) 56K(a) business modem. This V.90 analog modem A common device that converts the computer's digital pulses to tones that can be carried over analog telephone lines. See modem. combines essential business features and value in a high-performance package. Designed for small-business users from the ground up, 3Com's OfficeConnect 56K business modem includes a host of value-added features not commonly found in this product category, such as an extensive software bundle, enhanced V.42 bis data compression data compression Process of reducing the amount of data needed for storage or transmission of a given piece of information (text, graphics, video, sound, etc.), typically by use of encoding techniques. technology, security and configuration tools, and a lifetime limited warranty Limited warranty A warranty with certain conditions and limitations on the parts covered, type of damage covered, and/or time period for which the agreement is good. . "3Com's OfficeConnect 56K modem provides small-to-medium business users a truly sophisticated communication tool," said Daryle Brown, 3Com product marketing manager. "Finally, users can choose a business-class modem that integrates exceptional business tools, ease-of-use and value in a high-quality, high-performance product." New ControlCenter Software 3Com's OfficeConnect 56K modem includes the new ControlCenter, an elegant graphic interface for "point-and-click" access to numerous modem features, including security settings, connection diagnostics and driver updates. In designing the OfficeConnect 56K business modem, 3Com focused on delivering these key business modem capabilities without complex setup or maintenance. For example, to eliminate time-consuming web searches for the latest modem firmware releases, ControlCenter contains an Auto Update feature. Through Auto Update, 3Com automatically notifies registered users of new code releases whenever they're connected to the Internet and provides the ability for one-button updates. This simple upgrade process not only saves business users valuable time, but also guarantees that the OfficeConnect 56K modem is consistently up-to-date. In addition, the OfficeConnect 56K business modem's Remote Configuration feature -- accessible via the ControlCenter -- makes it easier for users to support out-of-office personnel, such as sales staff or telecommuters. Also through the ControlCenter, users can access the modem's Dial Back and Link Security features. When the Carrier Loss Redial In telecommunication, an automatic redial is a service feature that allows the user to dial, by depressing a single key or a few keys, the most recent telephone number dialed at that instrument. feature is activated, should the line be dropped for any reason, the modem will automatically redial the last number called. Furthermore, the Dial Back option gives users the ability to enable a login and password measure to prevent unauthorized access. With Link Security, users can activate a coded security string exchange that occurs during modem handshaking Signals transmitted back and forth over a communications network that establish a valid connection between two stations. 1. handshaking - Predetermined hardware or software activity designed to establish or maintain two machines or programs in synchronisation. , making both computer systems more hacker-resistant. More Reliable Performance As with all 3Com(R) V.90 modems, the new OfficeConnect 56K business modem is dedicated to providing the best connections possible. Compatible with U.S. Robotics (U.S. Robotics, Inc., Schaumburg, IL, www.usr.com) A modem manufacturer highly regarded for its quality products. The company manufactures its own chipsets (data pumps) and often leads with innovations. Its HST protocol was a high-speed, reliable protocol before V. (R) x2(TM) technology, the OfficeConnect 56K modem takes advantage of 3Com's exclusive adaptive speed leveling, which allows for superior connections and top speeds -- even over poor phone line conditions. And while Universal Serial Bus See USB. (hardware, standard) Universal Serial Bus - (USB) An external peripheral interface standard for communication between a computer and external peripherals over an inexpensive cable using biserial transmission. (USB USB in full Universal Serial Bus Type of serial bus that allows peripheral devices (disks, modems, printers, digitizers, data gloves, etc.) to be easily connected to a computer. ) is still not fully implemented in Windows 98, the 3Com OfficeConnect 56K business modem includes all the hardware to take advantage of this speed potential, with a simple firmware upgrade. So when the time comes Adv. 1. when the time comes - at the appropriate time; "we'll get to this question in due course" in due course, in due season, in due time, in good time , OfficeConnect modem users can move to the USB standard without buying a new modem. Available now, the OfficeConnect 56K business modem has an estimated street price of $199. Additionally, the modem has a lifetime limited warranty covering parts and labor. About 3Com Corporation With more than 200 million customers worldwide, 3Com Corporation connects more people to information in more ways than any other networking company. 3Com delivers innovative information access products and network system solutions to large, medium and small enterprises; carriers and network service providers; PC OEMs; and consumers. 3Com -- More connected.(TM) For further information, visit 3Com's World Wide Web site at www.3com.com or the press site at www.3com.com/pressbox. Note to Editors: 3Com, U.S. Robotics and OfficeConnect are registered trademarks, and More Connected. and x2 are trademarks of 3Com Corporation. All other brands and product names may be trademarks of the respective companies with which they are associated. (a) Capable of receiving at up to 56 Kbps and sending at up to 31.2 Kbps. Due to FCC (1) (Federal Communications Commission, Washington, DC, www.fcc.gov) The U.S. government agency that regulates interstate and international communications including wire, cable, radio, TV and satellite. The FCC was created under the U.S. regulations on power output, receiving speeds are limited to 53 Kbps. Actual speeds may vary. Requires compatible phone line and server equipment. See www.3com.com/56k for details. |
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