Advanced Computer Communications announces Shannon -- a PCMCIA ISDN terminal adapter for fast remote access.

SANTA BARBARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 5, 1996--Advanced Computer Communications Inc. (ACC), a leading provider of network access solutions for the home, office, and enterprise, Monday introduced Shannon -- an ISDN terminal adapter in a PCMCIA form factor that gives PC and laptop users access to remote computing resources over a high-speed ISDN Basic Rate Interface (BRI) line.

Shannon has an ISDN BRI port that allows remote users to communicate with the corporate backbone, peer workstations, or the Internet without requiring any additional equipment. Emulating a COM port, Shannon integrates with TCP/IP and PPP applications, such as Windows 95, to provide high-speed access.

This product can also be utilized in remote communications servers which support the PCMCIA form factor. In these environments, network managers can support both asynchronous dialin and ISDN access via the same network device while providing an easy migration path between access methods.

Shannon is available with either an S/T or U interface and supports ISDN BRI connections to AT&T 5ESS Customer and National ISDN-1 switches, as well as Euro-ISDN, TPH (Australia), and JATE (Japan). The North America version also provides auto-detection of ISDN switch type.

"With Shannon, telecommuters and Internet users can establish a remote connection, download an entire document, and shut down the line in the same amount of time it typically takes a fast modem just to bring up the connection," said Lisa Aviani, ACC product manager. "We are providing users with the speed of digital communications in a convenient PCMCIA form factor backed by ACC quality and experience."

Configuration and Installation Has Never Been Easier

The key to bringing ISDN access to the telecommuter and Internet user is ease of use. In addition to supporting the standard AT command set with ISDN extensions, Shannon comes with ACC's unique configuration interface, Web Wizard (shipped free of charge). With Web Wizard, users of all levels can easily configure Shannon in a matter of minutes for fast ISDN access by answering a handful of questions.

Running on the user's PC, Web Wizard is an independent application using a World Wide Web Browser interface. Drawings and photographs guide the user through complete installation, configuration and connection to the ISDN network. In addition, Web Wizard provides optional tutorials on ISDN technology as well as, "How to Order your ISDN Service from your Service Provider."

The entire process can be accomplished within minutes -- all without opening a manual. In addition, on-line documentation in HTML format is provided.

Pricing and Availability

Shannon with the S/T interface is available for $495 (U.S.) and with the U interface for $595 (U.S.). The product beings shipment in August 1996.

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. -0- NOTE: Shannon and Web Wizard 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/Jessica Glick, 805/685-4455