Avocent Announces Powerful New AMX Analog KVM Switching System for Controlling Multiple Servers; Industry Leader Raises Bar for Scalable KVM Switching and Server Control.Business Editors & High-Tech Writers TECHXNY/PC EXPO 2002 Booth No. 3446 Avocent Corporation (NASDAQ/NM: AVCT AVCT Advanced Vehicles Concept Team ), the leading global provider of KVM switching and network connectivity appliances, today announced an advanced analog matrix KVM switching system, AMX AMX American Motors Experimental AMX Aeromexico Aerovias de Mexico (ICAO code) AMX Air Mobility Express AMX Amberjacks (FAO fish species code) AMX Alabama Motor eXpress , that provides simpler access and easier manageability of servers in multi-rack, multi-platform environments. As a result, customers can easily reduce the installation time and expense of administering multiple servers. AMX features Avocent's exclusive AutoTuning(R) technology, enabling administrators to view crisp video displays of each connected server screen up to 1,000 feet away from the server. The AMX system can compensate for the variety of cabling that may be connected to the switch - CAT 5e, CAT 6 or patch panels A group of sockets used to connect incoming and outgoing lines in communications and electronic systems. Patch panels allow for manually wiring the connections with small cables (patch cords), rather than automatic switching. - so that administrators benefit from superior video performance. "The AMX system expands on the analog switching technology we first invented and introduced to the market more than a decade ago," said John R. Cooper, president and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of Avocent. "It demonstrates our continued commitment to delivering secure KVM (K Virtual Machine) A version of the Java Virtual Machine for small devices with limited memory. See J2ME. See also KVM switch. KVM - Keyboard Video Mouse systems that provide reliable access and control for IT managers who are responsible for multiple racks of servers." "We've leveraged our experience in this market to not only improve the general architecture and design of our analog KVM switching systems, but we've also designed a feature-rich user interface that gives administrators what they need - a system that simplifies set-up and administration and provides superior video performance," said Gary Johnson Gary Johnson may refer to:
Intuitive on-screen on·screen or on-screen adj. & adv. 1. As shown on a movie, television, or display screen. 2. Within public view; in public. display and one-step upgrades The AMX system includes an intuitive on-screen display and one-step upgrades, eliminating the need for administrators to upgrade each server individually. With AMX, network administrators can easily upgrade multiple server interfaces with only a few clicks of the mouse. The expandable architecture of the AMX system also easily accommodates future additions of servers since the system streamlines user profiles and system naming conventions. AMX features complete system administration with the patented On-Screen Configuration and Activity Reporting (OSCAR (Open System for CommunicAtion in Realtime) AOL's internal project name for AOL Instant Messenger (AIM). The core functions of OSCAR, known as the Basic OSCAR Services (BOS), include Login/Logoff, Locate (find out about other AIM users), Instant Message (R)) management tool. OSCAR uses intuitive menus for point and click system configuration and server selection. Plus, for power users who require centralized system In telecommunications, a centralized system is one in which most communications are routed through one or more major central hubs. Such a system allows certain functions to be concentrated in the system's hubs, freeing up resources in the peripheral units. administration, the AMWorks tool can be used to create custom user profiles and multi-level security. An AMWorks CD is included free with each switch. With its CAT 5 based design and AutoTuning(R) capabilities, the AMX system eliminates complex cabling and delivers real-time, high bandwidth video with optimal 1220x768 resolution up to 1,000 feet away from the server. Additional advanced features of the AMX include Avocent's unique AMIQ cabling. The AMIQ smart cable assigns and stores unique identifier With reference to a given (possibly implicit) set of objects, a unique identifier is any identifier which is guaranteed to be unique among all identifiers used for those objects and for a specific purpose. codes and names for each attached server. This design prevents unauthorized configuration and access as a result of manipulating CAT 5 cabling. The AM switching system consists of the following: AMX5000 This 1U analog KVM matrix switch provides 32 server connections with support for eight users per switch. AMX transfers database updates throughout the system, not in just one direction. This ensures that the system is always "current" so that users have the same access rights, regardless of where they log on to the system. AMIQ An enhanced CAT 5 cable interface with built-in server identification memory and multi-level security. Each cable can be upgraded individually, eliminating the need for complex, time-consuming upgrades for each device. The AM system also features simultaneous flash upgrades, improving maintenance and ease of use. AMX5100 The AMX5100 user station connects to the user's multi-platform peripherals and sends the KVM signals over an industry standard CAT 5 cable to the AMX5000 analog matrix switch. This CAT 5 connectivity and analog switching technology provide multi-user access and control to any server in the network. The AMX5100 automatically adjusts video compensation, providing users the benefit of optimized video quality every time a switch is made. There is no requirement to manually adjust the system. AMWorks This Java-based system administration tool supports customized user profiles and multi-level security, event logging and system status monitoring. The AMX5000 has an estimated street price (U.S.) of $6000 and the AMX5100 is $995. For a demonstration of this powerful new system, visit Avocent at PC Expo A trade show for resellers, corporate managers and technical professionals from CMP Media LLC, a subsidiary of United Business Media. First held in New York in 1983 with 120 exhibitors and 9,600 attendees, the show grew from the personal computer's early years to 550 vendors and more than in New York New York, state, United States New York, Middle Atlantic state of the United States. It is bordered by Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and the Atlantic Ocean (E), New Jersey and Pennsylvania (S), Lakes Erie and Ontario and the Canadian province of , NY, June 25-27, Booth 3446. About Avocent Corporation Avocent is the leading worldwide supplier of equipment that helps data center operators manage their ever-expanding server farms. Operators are provided real-time access to any of their computers over the Internet from anywhere in the world, all without requiring any special hardware or software on those computers. Avocent was formed in the year 2000 by the merger of leading industry innovators Apex Inc. and Cybex Computer Products Corporation. Headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama Huntsville is the county seat of Madison County, Alabama. Huntsville is the largest city in northern Alabama in a region of a half-million people, with the city proper having 168,132 residents (2006 estimate). , Avocent has locations in Redmond, Washington Redmond is a city in King County, Washington, USA. It is situated on the eastern edge of the Seattle urban area, in what is known as the Eastside. In 2003 the Census Bureau estimated the city population was 46,391. ; Sunrise, Florida; Chelmsford, Massachusetts; Austin, Texas; Shannon, Ireland; London, England; Steinhagen and Munich, Germany; Tokyo, Japan; China and Singapore. For more information about Avocent and its products, visit the Company's website at www.avocent.com. Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains statements that are forward-looking statements as defined within 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. These include statements regarding market opportunity, product development, engineering and design activities, and product availability and operability Operability is the ability to keep a system in a functioning and operating condition. In a computing systems environment with multiple systems this includes the ability of products, systems and business processes to work together to accomplish a common task such as finding and . These forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from the statements made, including the risks associated with the introduction and operation of a new product, risks associated with product design efforts, and risks associated with reliance on a limited number of component suppliers and single source components. Other factors that could cause operating and financial results to differ are described in Avocent's annual report on Form 10-K Form 10-K A report required by the SEC from exchange-listed companies that provides for annual disclosure of certain financial information. Form 10-K See 10-K. filed with the Securities Exchange Commission on March 29, 2002. Other risks may be detailed from time to time in reports to be filed with the SEC. Avocent does not undertake any obligation to publicly release the result of any revisions to forward-looking statements that may be made to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. Avocent, the Avocent logo, The Power of Being There, and AMX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Avocent Corporation or its affiliates. AutoTuning is a registered trademark of Cybex Computer Products Corporation. OSCAR is a registered trademark of Apex Inc. All other trademarks or company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. |
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