ADC and Efficient Networks Achieve DSL Interoperability.Business Editors & Technology Writers DALLAS & MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 11, 2000 Efficient Networks, Inc. (Nasdaq:EFNT), and ADC (1) See A/D converter. (2) (Apple Display Connector) A peripheral connector from Apple that combines digital video display, USB and power in one cable. (Nasdaq:ADCT ADCT Adaptive Discrete Cosine Transform ; www.adc.com), a leading global supplier of network equipment, software and integration services for broadband multiservice networks, today announced the two companies have successfully demonstrated interoperability between ADC's recently announced iAN platform and Efficient Networks' SpeedStream(R) USB modem A modem that plugs into the USB port of a computer. It typically refers to a V.92 analog modem, but might refer to a DSL modem. See USB, V.92 and DSL. . The interoperability tests were performed to demonstrate iAN's interoperability with digital subscriber line See DSL. (communications, protocol) Digital Subscriber Line - (DSL, or Digital Subscriber Loop, xDSL - see below) A family of digital telecommunications protocols designed to allow high speed data communication over the existing copper telephone lines between end-users and (DSL DSL in full Digital Subscriber Line Broadband digital communications connection that operates over standard copper telephone wires. It requires a DSL modem, which splits transmissions into two frequency bands: the lower frequencies for voice (ordinary ) customer premises equipment See CPE. (CPE (Customer Premises Equipment) Communications equipment that resides on the customer's premises. CPE - Customer Premises Equipment ). Efficient is a leading developer and supplier of DSL CPE. Interoperability between Efficient's SpeedStream residential access device and the iAN platform demonstrate the ability for both products to operate with key complementary DSL equipment in the market. iAN is the industry's first real-time programmable DSL-based multi-service gateway, allowing end-users to set and change their own specific bandwidth and Quality of Service (QoS) levels with the click of a mouse on a personalized, home-page interface. Customers served by an iAN-equipped network can alternate between low cost, modest bandwidth capabilities and high-performance connectivity for use with the most demanding of applications, such as full-motion DVD-quality video streaming See streaming video and video stream. . Efficient's SpeedStream 4060 external 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. DSL modem ADSL modem or DSL modem is a device used to connect a single computer or router to a DSL phone line, in order to use an ADSL service. The acronym NTBBA (network termination broad band adapter, network termination broad band access) is also common in various countries. provides fast connectivity for telecommuters, residential consumers and laptop users. It is the first in the SpeedStream family of broadband access devices to be tested for interoperability with iAN in ADC's labs. Both companies plan to test interoperability between the iAN platform and additional members of the SpeedStream product line. According to David Goldschmidt, a vice president for ADC's marketing and product management in ADC's Broadband Access and Transport Group, the test went as expected. "We experienced excellent results in the interoperability lab with Efficient's SpeedStream product," said Goldschmidt. "Efficient's residential access device achieved maximum specified ADSL See DSL. ADSL - Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line speeds and met the G.dmt test loops requirements, making the device a good fit with our high-performance iAN environment. Interoperability between general network architecture and a wide range of customer premises equipment is essential to all companies involved in launching broadband services." "One of the hallmarks of our SpeedStream products is the ability to operate with multiple carriers and their latest technological advances," said Mike Fox, vice president and general manager of Residential Access for Efficient Networks. "Achieving interoperability with ADC's iAN platform represents another milestone in continuing the leadership position of the SpeedStream product line." About Efficient Networks Efficient Networks, Inc., is a leading provider of broadband access products that employ digital subscriber line (DSL) technology. Emphasizing ease of use, the company's SpeedStream(R) family of DSL products provides high performance remote access for small and medium businesses, branch offices, telecommuters, and consumers. Working with DSL service providers worldwide, Efficient is enabling a new generation of broadband applications today. Efficient Networks is based in Dallas, Texas, with sales and support locations around the world. For more information, visit www.efficient.com. About ADC ADC is The Broadband Company(TM). ADC's network equipment, software and integration services make broadband communications a reality worldwide by enabling communications service providers to deliver high-speed Internet, data, video and voice services to homes and businesses. ADC (Nasdaq:ADCT) has annual sales of over $2.3 billion and employs more than 16,900 people worldwide. ADC's stock is included in the Standard & Poor's 500 Index and the Nasdaq-100 Index. Learn more about ADC Telecommunications, Inc. at www.adc.com. Efficient Networks, its logos, and SpeedStream are registered trademarks of Efficient Networks, Inc. Other marks referenced herein are the property of their respective owners. |
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