Allied Telesyn Introduces EncloseNET: Big Networking Power in Compact, Integrated, Easy-to-Install and Use Cabinets.

Business Editors/High-Tech Writers

BOTHELL, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 27, 2001

New EncloseNET is instant office networking, with integrated

solutions that package and pre-configure network components in a

secure, attractive, easy-to-install turnkey network wall cabinet

Allied Telesyn International (www.alliedtelesyn.com), a worldwide leader in simplifying IP networking for businesses of all sizes, Tuesday announced its new line of ready-to-work network solutions, EncloseNET(TM).

Designed to meet the needs of today's businesses, EncloseNET brings pre-configured, easy-to-install network solutions that make setting up new networks and expanding existing networks easier than ever.

A virtual networking center in a box, EncloseNET puts all of the active and passive components a network needs -- hubs, switches, routers -- into a compact, business-scale system inside an attractive, front-office ready, wall-mountable cabinet.

Pre-configured and fully assembled, these plug and go networks are quick and easy to set up: simply position the cabinet, connect the network cables and power it up.

Perfect for small or branch offices where specialized system administrator resources are unavailable, and for larger businesses where those resources need to be conserved, EncloseNET systems incorporate the same high-quality, warranted components that are assembled individually to build corporate networks, but it goes the extra step to put them together into a turnkey networking center.

"EncloseNET is an extremely exciting development," said Jim Berthot, Allied Telesyn's head of the Americas and senior vice president. "Office computing has evolved to the point where networking is a must, and we're excited to have a product that makes it easy for more companies to respond positively to the mandate.

"This is an incredible package -- easy to use, robust, high-powered networking in a box."

EncloseNET opens network setup opportunities for Telcos, ISPs, Web Hosters, and Application Outsourcers who can take advantage of the fast-growing connectivity trend, at the same time eliminating the need for highly skilled, specialized resources. The EncloseNET turnkey network arrives complete and ready for service -- it's fast, simple and ready to plug and go.

"We're taking the guesswork out of network setup, and making available to Service Providers a quick, easy-to-install, all-in-one network," added Berthot, "No waiting for piece-parts to arrive, less stress on specialized resources -- it's an all around winning proposition."

Available in 15 different configurations appropriate for every type of network -- from SOHO LAN to large managed office LAN/WAN with T1 -- EncloseNET turnkey networking systems are shipping now, at prices ranging from $490 to $4,380 (MSRP).

About Allied Telesyn International

Allied Telesyn International simply connects the IP world with affordable, highly reliable networking solutions.

The company has achieved and maintained its market leadership positions in the enterprise and small/medium business sectors by developing a diverse portfolio of network components that build flexible, efficient, cost-effective and reliable networks for the LAN, WAN and MAN, and backing them with solid warranties and the best support in the industry.

Core competency in universal connectivity, backed by leadership in media conversion, switching and fiber optic networking put Allied Telesyn in position to leverage its expertise in high-growth markets such as Ethernet-based broadband networks.

Incorporated in 1987, Allied Telesyn is headquartered in Bothell, and has locations throughout the United States and the world. Allied Telesyn's products are available through a large network of consultants, resellers, retailers and catalogs. Further information on Allied Telesyn International and its products can be found at www.alliedtelesyn.com, or by calling its headquarters at 800/424-4284.