ActionTec Modem Hits the Road; 56K PC Card Data/Fax Modem Is Cellular Capable.SUNNYVALE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 11, 1997--ActionTec Electronics, a leading manufacturer of data communications data communications, application of telecommunications technology to the problem of transmitting data, especially to, from, or between computers. In popular usage, it is said that data communications make it possible for one computer to "talk" with another. and wireless products, announces the Cellular-Capable DataLink 56K PC Card Modem. Based on the industry-standard K56flex(TM) technology, the Cellular-Capable DataLink 56K brings high speed, hard-wired and cellular data communications to notebook computers. "Travelers increasingly need complete mobile access to LANs, E-mail, and the Web," said Elliot Hadaegh, VP of Sales and Marketing for ActionTec. "The Cellular-Capable DataLink 56K provides road warriors
The Road Warriors were a professional wrestling tag team famously comprised of Michael "Hawk" Hegstrand and Joseph "Animal" Laurinaitis, though other members with easy access to their vital data no matter where they are." The new modem permits travelers to download Internet files at up to 56,000 bps, and fax documents up to 14,400 bps as well as be used with cellular phone connections. The Cellular-Capable DataLink 56K is compatible with many popular cell phones including models from Ericsson, Motorola, NEC (NEC Corporation, Tokyo, www.nec.com, www.necus.com) An electronics conglomerate known in the U.S. for its monitors. In Japan, it had the lion's share of the PC market until the late 1990s (see PC 98). NEC was founded in Tokyo in 1899 as Nippon Electric Company, Ltd. , Nokia and Oki. "This product further enhances ActionTec's world-class mobile product line," added Hadaegh. "Our Cellular-Capable DataLink 56K increases the productivity of computer users by allowing them to communicate effectively from both traditional and non-traditional locations," The new modem will be available to ActionTec's VARs and OEMs, and through ActionTec's retail, distribution and government channels. To ensure that the Cellular-Capable DataLink 56K will continue to provide the greatest value as new standards become available, the new modem is software upgradeable to future K56flex upgrades. Purchasers of the new modems will be able to download software updates from the ActionTec Internet site. Supporting even the most sophisticated high speed data communication needs, the modem operates at up to 56 Kbps, and combines MNP (Microcom Networking Protocol) A family of communications protocols from Microcom, Inc., Norwood, MA, that have become de facto standards for error correction (classes 2 through 4) and data compression (class 5). In 1997, Compaq acquired Microcom. 5 and V.42bis data compression with MNP2.4 and V.42 error correction to provide full duplex operation with throughput up to 115,200 bps. The modem is fully compatible with all common modem standards to ensure reliable connections when lower speeds are needed. Speed is automatically negotiated on connection. In the FAX mode, the modem offers send/receive fax capability up to 14,400 bps and provides Group 3 fax support. The modem supports DOS, Windows 3.x, and Windows 95. Comprehensive diagnostic modes including analog loop, digital loop, remote digital loop, and pattern tests, ensure reliable operation. For cellular operation, the Cellular-Capable DataLink 56K requires a modem-compatible cell phone and cell-phone cable. The K56flex technology, available from Lucent Technologies and Rockwell Semiconductor Systems, is rapidly becoming the industry standard for high speed modem operation, with an estimated 75% market share within Internet Service Providers Internet service provider (ISP) Company that provides Internet connections and services to individuals and organizations. For a monthly fee, ISPs provide computer users with a connection to their site (see data transmission), as well as a log-in name and password. (ISPs). Although significantly faster than current analog transmission methodologies, the technology does not require the installation of expensive digital ISDN ISDN in full Integrated Services Digital Network Digital telecommunications network that operates over standard copper telephone wires or other media. (Integrated Services Digital Network Integrated services digital network (ISDN) A generic term referring to the integration of communications services transported over digital facilities such as wire pairs, coaxial cables, optical fibers, microwave radio, and satellites. ) telephone lines. The Cellular-Capable DataLink 56K has an MSRP MSRP Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price MSRP Message Session Relay Protocol MSRP Multi-Species Recovery Plan (US Fish & Wildlife Service) MSRP Member of the Society for Radiological Protection (UK) of $199.99. Backed by an aggressive five year 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. , the modem comes with free technical support. ActionTec products are available through national distribution and retail outlets as well as through private label and OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) The rebranding of equipment and selling it. The term initially referred to the company that made the products (the "original" manufacturer), but eventually became widely used to refer to the organization that buys the products and relationships. ActionTec can be reached via the Internet at http://www.actiontec.com, or by phone at (408)752-7700 or fax (408)541-9003. -0- ActionTec Electronics, is a significant global player in the PC Card and internal fax modem marketplace. ActionTec's technically sophisticated products meet the needs of computer users in both mobile and desktop environments. ActionTec's product line includes a complete line of mobile communication and storage PC Cards (PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association, San Jose, CA, www.pcmcia.org) An international standards body and trade association that was founded in 1989 to establish a standard for connecting peripherals to portable computers. PCMCIA created the PC Card. See PC Card. ), and internal and external desktop fax/modems. The company has a track record of growth, attributed primarily to strong relationships in the data communications product marketplace. Additionally, ActionTec Electronics delivers a range of connectivity and storage products, allowing desktop computer users to increase productivity and portable computer users to communicate effectively from non-traditional locations. The company is headquartered in Sunnyvale, CA and maintains branch offices in Philadelphia, PA, Arlington, VA, and International Sales in Irvine, CA. Operational Headquarters are located in Taiwan. ActionTec and the ActionTec logo are trademarks of ActionTec Electronics, Inc. All other product names and trademarks are the property of their respective holders. CONTACT: S&S Public Relations public relations, activities and policies used to create public interest in a person, idea, product, institution, or business establishment. By its nature, public relations is devoted to serving particular interests by presenting them to the public in the most , Inc. Lauren Finkelman/Michelle Darrow, 800/287-2279 (phone) lauren@sspr.com/darrow@sspr.com or ActionTec Electronics, Inc. Isabel A. Gonzales, 408/752-7700 (phone) isabelg@actiontec.com |
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