AsanteFast 10/100 PCI Ethernet Adapter Performance-Tuned for High Speed Internet Access.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers SAN JOSE San Jose, city, United States San Jose (sănəzā`, săn hōzā`), city (1990 pop. 782,248), seat of Santa Clara co., W central Calif.; founded 1777, inc. 1850. , Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 25, 2000 The World's First Tunable Network Adapter A printed circuit board that plugs into the bus of both user machines (clients) and servers in a local area network (LAN). Also commonly called a "network interface card" (NIC) or "LAN card," the network adapter transmits data onto the network and receives data from the network. Is Now Optimized for Cable and 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. Internet Access See how to access the Internet. Asante Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq:ASNT ASNT American Society of Non-destructive Testing ASNT American Society for Neural Transplantation ASNT Astrological Association of North Texas (Dallas - Fort Worth Metroplex) ASNT Application Sharing Nt .OB) today announced the upcoming availability of two unique features for their AsanteFast 10/100 PCI (1) (Payment Card Industry) See PCI DSS. (2) (Peripheral Component Interconnect) The most widely used I/O bus (peripheral bus). Ethernet adapter, for Mac OS 8 and 9. Beginning in October, this award-winning product will be bundled with a sophisticated Open Transport MTU (1) (Maximum Transmission Unit, Maximum Transfer Unit) The largest frame size that can be transmitted over the network. For example, an Ethernet MTU is 1,500 bytes. Messages longer than the MTU must be divided into smaller frames. (Maximum Transmission Unit) Macintosh application that automatically configures and tunes the AsanteFast 10/100 PCI Ethernet adapter for optimum network performance. In addition, the package will also feature a comprehensive 10/100 Driver Library CD-ROM CD-ROM: see compact disc. CD-ROM in full compact disc read-only memory Type of computer storage medium that is read optically (e.g., by a laser). that makes installations and upgrades a painless process. Outstanding Compatibility and Performance for Shared Internet Environments "Asante is further living up to its mission to simplify networking access for our customers, by giving them access to the most sophisticated TCP/IP TCP/IP in full Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol Standard Internet communications protocols that allow digital computers to communicate over long distances. support tools on the market," said Paul Scofield, manager of Technical Support. It's a fact that Macintosh Open Transport default settings are not automatically optimized for slow analog modems, broadband Internet routers, and Fast Ethernet connections. To get the most out of a specific type of connection, users have typically had to manually customize Open Transport's MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit) settings to best match their own network connection under Mac Open Transport. But the new MTU tuner inside every Asante Fast 10/100 PIC Ethernet Card now gives users the freedom to bypass that step. "Asante consistently strives to develop products that are simple to use, yet contain the most powerful connectivity tools for our users. We've done it again, with the AsanteFast Ethernet Card's new MTU Tuner," added Scofield. "AsanteFast now tunes Open Transport MTU settings automatically, and totally behind the scenes. This built-in feature will always ensure the AsanteFast card is configured for maximum transmission performance." Unbeatable Comprehensive Driver Support for Asante 10/100 Adapters Asante is also upholding its award-winning stance as both a Mac and PC networking solutions provider, by adding a 10/100 Driver Library CD-ROM to the AsanteFast card package. This CD Library is a compilation of drivers and documentation for 10/100 Ethernet network interface card (NIC (1) (Network Interface Card) See network adapter. See also InterNIC. (2) (New Internet Computer) An earlier Linux-based computer from The New Internet Computer Company (NICC), Palo Alto, CA. ) products. The Library also contains many popular Mac and PC utilities, and is both Mac and PC compatible. Currently the Library consists of the "most popular AsanteFast drivers and documentation. "No longer will users or agents need to go to the Asante website to download documentation or drivers," extoled Judy Scott McKay, Asante's Technical Information Services See Information Systems. manager. "MIS personnel and other technical users will now have the power of Asante's Support Website just a mouse click away. We are excited about being able to offer our customers this powerful and convenient tool for installing, troubleshooting and maintaining networks." Pricing and Availability -- Asante 10/100 Driver Library CD is a $49 value. -- The Asante MTU Tuner is a $25 value. The AsanteFast 10/100 PCI adapter will include both the Driver Library and MTU Tuner. The estimated retail price is $39 and will begin shipping in October. Users can upgrade to the new software for $25. About Asante Asante is the world's number one supplier of network connectivity products for Macs and PCs. The Company's FriendlyNET products simplify networking and provide Internet access for small offices/home offices, education (K-12 and universities). The Company's IntraCore products support multi-service applications for large enterprises. For additional information, visit www.asante.com or call 800/566-6680 for FriendlyNET products or 800/303-9121 for IntraCore products. Note to Editors: Asante is a registered trademark, and AsanteFast, FriendlyNET, and IntraCore are trademarks of Asante Technologies, Inc. |
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