Axis Launches Linux-based Device Server for Complex Network Applications.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers LUND, Sweden--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 23, 2003 Axis Communications Axis Communications AB (XSSE:AXIS) is a manufacturer of IT equipment, mostly known for its print servers and network cameras. According to its latest annual report, it has sold over 500.000 network cameras, thus claiming to be the world leader in that market. , a global leader in network technology, announced today the availability of the AXIS 83 Device Server, a next-generation network connectivity solution based on an open Linux platform. The AXIS 83 Device Server contains increased amounts of memory and local Flash storage, enabling developers to build and customize more complex applications in shorter amounts of time. The AXIS 83 contains 6 MB Flash and 16 MB SDRAM (Synchronous DRAM) A type of dynamic RAM (DRAM) memory chip that has been widely used since the late 1990s. SDRAM chips eliminated wait states by dividing the chip into two cell blocks and interleaving data between them. , which make it possible for developers to use local flash memory for storing and logging application data. In addition, it comes with two Ethernet ports that enable customized Linux-based firewalls with 4.2 Mbit/s of capacity, and it contains a USB USB in full Universal Serial Bus Type of serial bus that allows peripheral devices (disks, modems, printers, digitizers, data gloves, etc.) to be easily connected to a computer. 1.1 host port that easily connects devices such as USB cameras, Bluetooth/WiFi adapters and barcode readers. "Axis excels in the development of core technologies that enable developers and system integrators to customize network solutions for nearly every industry," said Ray Mauritsson, 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 Axis Communications. "Products like the AXIS 83 enable us to expand our offerings to OEMs and provide our customers with products that make it easy to develop embedded Linux The Linux operating system configured and enhanced to work in a wide variety of applications, including handheld devices, network appliances, industrial machines and consumer electronics devices. The modularity of the Linux kernel makes it well suited to embedded systems. applications." The AXIS 83 Device Server is based on the company's ETRAX 100LX Multi-Chip Module A Multi-Chip Module or MCM is a specialized electronic package where multiple integrated circuits (ICs), semiconductor dies or other modules are packaged in such a way as to facilitate their use as a single IC. , which integrates 2MB Flash, 8MB SDRAM and an Ethernet transceiver into a single chip with a 27 mm x 27 mm footprint. The device server is certified for industrial use and comes in an optional aluminum box. In addition, it contains a battery backed-up clock that maintains correct time even in the case of power failures. The Axis 83 also features one RS-485 port and two RS-232 ports that enable connection to legacy equipment, such as bar code readers, alarm sensors and machine interfaces. Volume shipments will begin by the end of April. The cost is $244 each when ordering 100 units. About Axis Axis increases the value of network solutions. The company is an innovative market leader in network video and print servers. Axis' products and solutions are focused on applications such as security, surveillance, remote monitoring (protocol) remote monitoring - (RMON) A network management protocol that allows network information to be gathered at a single computer. Whereas SNMP gathers network data from a single type of Management Information Base (MIB), RMON 1 defines nine additional MIBs that provide a and document management. The products are based on in-house developed chip technology, which is also sold to third parties. Axis was founded in 1984 and is listed on the Stockholmsborsen (XSSE:AXIS). Axis operates globally with offices in 14 countries and in cooperation with distributors, system integrators and OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) The rebranding of equipment and selling it. The term initially referred to the company that made the products (the "original" manufacturer), but eventually became widely used to refer to the organization that buys the products and partners in 70 countries. Markets outside Sweden account for more than 95% of sales. Information about Axis can be found at www.axis.com. |
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