Ariel Signs Reseller Agreement With RLM Group; Build-To-Order PC Reseller To Offer Ariel's High-Density PCI Network Access Cards To ISPs.Business Editors & High-Tech Writers CRANBURY, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 6, 2000 Ariel Corp. (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on :ADSP ADSP - AppleTalk Data Stream Protocol ) today announced that it has signed a reseller agreement with RLM RLM Receiver-Driven Layered Multicast RLM Redundant Link Manager (Cisco) RLM Release Management (Oracle) RLM Remote Line Module RLM Regression Lineaire Multiple (French, statistics) Group, a leading provider of build-to-order white box systems, computer components and peripherals. Per the agreement, RLM will resell Ariel's high-density PCI (1) (Payment Card Industry) See PCI DSS. (2) (Peripheral Component Interconnect) The most widely used I/O bus (peripheral bus). network access cards, including Ariel's 24-port RS2000 and 96-port RS4200 cards. RLM will also offer custom PC network access systems based on the RS2000 and RS4200. "RLM Group's first-rate service, system integration expertise, and track record with ISPs gives us a valuable sales, marketing, and service channel that greatly enhances purchasing flexibility for our customers," said Gene Corrado, senior vice president of sales at Ariel. "We are very enthusiastic about having the opportunity to sell Ariel's high-density network access cards," added Warren Finkel, president of RLM Group. "Ariel's products provide a best-of-breed, out-of-the-box solution for adding 56K/ISDN connectivity to Linux and NT servers that is tailor made for high-volume distribution." Ariel's RS2000 and RS4200 PCI cards give ISPs an out-of-the-box solution for adding high-density 56K/ISDN network access to Windows NT and Linux servers, complete with remote dial-in and LAN (Local Area Network) A communications network that serves users within a confined geographical area. The "clients" are the user's workstations typically running Windows, although Mac and Linux clients are also used. dial-out. The RS2000 is a 24-port 56K/ISDN card that combines 24 56K modems with a T1/PRI (Primary Rate ISDN ISDN in full Integrated Services Digital Network Digital telecommunications network that operates over standard copper telephone wires or other media. ) interface. The RS4200 is a 96-port 56K/ISDN card set (two cards) that combines 96 V.90 modems with four T1/PRI interfaces. PCs equipped with Ariel's PCI cards cost 50% less than dedicated remote access concentrators with comparable functionality. PCs equipped with Ariel's cards also provide added intelligence that can be used to integrate functionality such as DNS (Domain Name System) A system for converting host names and domain names into IP addresses on the Internet or on local networks that use the TCP/IP protocol. For example, when a Web site address is given to the DNS either by typing a URL in a browser or behind the , authentication, Web hosting, FTP FTP in full file transfer protocol Internet protocol that allows a computer to send files to or receive files from another computer. Like many Internet resources, FTP works by means of a client-server architecture; the user runs client software to connect to , email, and caching, further reducing system-level cost. More on Ariel Ariel Corp. is a leading provider of high-density, SS7-enabled dial-up access equipment for applications such as Internet access, corporate Intranet/Extranet access, on-line services, telecommuting telecommuting, an arrangement by which people work at home using a computer and telephone, transmitting work material to a business office by means of a modem and telephone lines; it is also known as telework. , transaction processing and unified messaging. Ariel's dial-up access concentrator products make it easy for ISPs and OEMs targeting ISPs and other service providers to create high-density dial-up solutions using open systems platforms running a variety of popular operating systems, including Windows NT and Linux. About RLM Group RLM Group, established in 1997, distributes component and peripheral products worldwide, and builds custom-configured white box systems. RLM services resellers, value-added resellers, integrators, retailers, direct marketers and OEMs. In its East Brunswick, N.J., headquarters and Buffalo, N.Y., sales office, the company stocks a complete line of products, and boasts a sales staff offering personalized service and unmatched product knowledge. For more information about upcoming training seminars or RLM's other products and services, please contact Suzanne Stefanelli at 888/RLM-1688, or visit the RLM Web site at www.rlmgroup.com. Statements contained in this press release that are not historical facts are forward looking statements that are made pursuant to the safe harbor Safe Harbor 1. A legal provision to reduce or eliminate liability as long as good faith is demonstrated. 2. A form of shark repellent implemented by a target company acquiring a business that is so poorly regulated that the target itself is less attractive. provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (PSLRA) implemented several significant substantive changes affecting certain cases brought under the federal securities laws, including changes related to pleading, discovery, liability, class representation and awards fees and of 1995, as amended. Forward looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, including market acceptance of the company's products by technical original equipment manufacturers and Internet service providers, the timely development and acceptance of new products, the impact of competitive products and pricing, changing market conditions and the other risks detailed from time to time in the company's filings with the SEC. These risks and uncertainties could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected or currently expected. These forward looking statements represent the company's judgment as of the date of this release. The company disclaims, however, any intent or obligation to update these forward looking statements. |
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