Belkin Components Expands Its Popular USB Line With Travelers in Mind; Innovative Engineering and Lightweight Compact Designs Provide Portable USB Solutions.Business Editors & High-Tech Writers COMPTON, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 10, 2000 Belkin Components, the leading manufacturer of Universal Serial Bus See USB. (hardware, standard) Universal Serial Bus - (USB) An external peripheral interface standard for communication between a computer and external peripherals over an inexpensive cable using biserial transmission. (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. ) connectivity solutions, today announced three new USB products. The USB PS/2 Adapter (F5U119), the DockStation (F5U120-PC) and the USB Pocket Hub (F5U007 and F5U007-UNV) are all perfect for the on-the-go traveler using a laptop computer and can complement day-to-day desktop USB functions. All products are shipping now. The USB PS/2 Adapter features two PS/2 ports and allows users to connect PS/2 keyboards and mice through the USB port A USB socket on a computer or peripheral device into which a USB cable is plugged. See USB. on any computer. A full-size keyboard and mouse can turn a laptop into a desktop computer with one simple connection. Or users can simultaneously use a combination of two PS/2 keyboards or mice to enjoy multiplayer games. Additionally, its unique modular design makes it fully functional with the Belkin USB BusStation. The product carries an MSRP MSRP Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price MSRP Message Session Relay Protocol MSRP Multi-Species Recovery Plan (US Fish & Wildlife Service) MSRP Member of the Society for Radiological Protection (UK) of $49.95. The new USB DockStation is an easy-to-use, cost-efficient, all-in-one "docking solution" perfect for laptop users on the move. It features four USB ports to connect USB devices; two PS/2 ports to connect keyboards and mice; one serial port to connect a modem, digital camera or PDA (Personal Digital Assistant) A handheld computer for managing contacts, appointments and tasks. It typically includes a name and address database, calendar, to-do list and note taker, which are the functions in a personal information manager (see PIM). ; and one printer port to connect a printer. It is by far the easiest and most convenient way to connect devices to a laptop or legacy-free PC. With a $159.95 MSRP, the Belkin USB DockStation allows connection of up to eight peripherals to a computer, thus saving hundreds of dollars on the purchase of multiple adapters. The USB Pocket Hub is the ultimate travel companion for the mobile professional. This device allows for instant connection of up to four USB devices to a laptop computer and is compact and lightweight at 3.7 ounces. Its built-in cable management system makes installation a snap, and as an added bonus, its removable sleeves can complement any color laptop. Cables tuck away neatly for convenient storage, allowing the hub to fit conveniently into any laptop or notebook carrying case. The Belkin USB Pocket Hub has an MSRP of $69.99. Belkin Components is the leading manufacturer of computer cables, surge protectors and Uninterruptible Power Supply See UPS. (hardware) Uninterruptible Power Supply - (UPS) A battery powered power supply unit that is guaranteed to provide power to a computer in the event of interruptions in the incoming mains electrical power. (UPS), Universal Serial Bus (USB) connectivity devices, FireWire(R) digital video editing and connectivity products, Keyboard/Video/Mouse (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 ) switches, 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. cabling, peripheral sharing devices, high-quality audio/video cables, and cellular/PCS and computer accessories. Belkin products are available through a network of major distributors, resellers and superstores. For more information, call 800/2BELKIN or visit the company's Web site at www.belkin.com. |
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