ACC broadens its popular Yukon product line; new ISDN interface makes Yukon the ideal access solution for small and remote office users.

SANTA BARBARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 11, 1995--Advanced Computer Communications Inc. (ACC), the leading provider of network access solutions for the home, office, and enterprise, Monday introduced two additions to the Yukon product family: Yukon IP Bridge/Router with U interface and Yukon IP/IPX Bridge/Router with U interface.

Now users have the option of utilizing either the S/T or the U interface for ISDN connectivity.

This new interface allows for direct connection to an ISDN network and eliminates the need for an external NT1 device. The Yukon with U interface reduces equipment costs and eases the complexity of connecting directly into the ISDN network.

The Yukon product family features full support of bridging and routing protocols, and includes ACC's exclusive Bandwidth Optimization technology to dramatically reduce network operating costs. Yukon is ideal for small branch offices in need of ISDN connectivity to regional or corporate locations, or for connection to the Internet.

Easy to install, Yukon features a single autosensing Ethernet interface that can accommodate either 10BaseT or AUI network connections, and an ISDN 2B plus D Basic Rate Interface. By using PPP as the link protocol, Yukon can interconnect with ISDN bridges and routers from other vendors.

"With the introduction of the U interface for the Yukon, ACC now offers a scalable ISDN solution that support users in small branch and home locations," said Peter Curtin, ACC's director of product marketing. "The U interface offers users the ability to cut network equipment costs while expanding into the ISDN market at a price/performance that is going to be hard to beat."

Versatility in Application

The Yukon with U interface can be ordered with two different software packages. Yukon IP includes true network-level routing of TCP/IP, along with concurrent 802.1D bridging. This software package is appropriate for users interested in Internet access, or IP-centric applications. A second package supports network-level TCP/IP and Novell IPX routing with concurrent bridging. This model is appropriate for the small office environment where Novell Netware is the dominant OS.

Bandwidth Optimization Provides Maximum Performance

Yukon supports ACC's exclusive Bandwidth Optimization features at no additional charge. These features include Data Compression, Express Queuing, and advanced dialing techniques.

Data Compression increases the amount of information sent over the ISDN link by a factor of 4:1. This means faster data transfers and faster Internet Web access, all resulting in less connect time.

Express Queuing provides automatic dynamic allocation of available bandwidth on a per-session basis, yielding predictable network response times.

Dial on Demand initiates calls only when there is actual data to be transferred. Most importantly, these Bandwidth Optimization features can be used together to provide maximum performance when accessing corporate databases or surfing the Internet while achieving maximum savings.

Pricing and Availability

Yukon IP with U interface is priced at $1,495 and Yukon IP/IPX with U interface is priced at $1,695. Both products are available for immediate shipment.

About ACC

ACC is a leading manufacturer of network access products that provide cost-effective solutions for the home, office, and enterprise. ACC leads the industry in the development of Bandwidth Optimization technologies to maximize the utilization of leased lines and switched services. ACC's products are sold worldwide through 80 leading international VARs and OEMs serving corporate and business customers, educational institutions, health care, retail establishments, governments and PTTs.

Advanced Computer Communications has headquarters at 340 Storke Road, Santa Barbara, Calif. 93117; telephone: [phone]; fax: [phone]. Internet: [e-mail]. World Wide Web: http://www.acc.com.

NOTE TO EDITORS: Yukon and Express Queuing are trademarks of Advanced Computer Communications. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

CONTACT: Advanced Computer Communications Inc., Santa Barbara

Andrew Chase or Jessica Glick, 805/685-4455