Chipcom introduces Ethernet modules for ONcore Switching System; New products include industry's first user- configurable mixed media module.SOUTHBOROUGH, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 23, 1995--Chipcom Corp. (Nasdaq/CHPM) today unveiled two new Ethernet modules for its ONcore Switching System, including the ONcore EtherFlex Media Module, the industry's first user-configurable mixed media module, and the ONcore 36-Port 10BASE-T Media Module, a high-density module for twisted-pair cabling. The EtherFlex Media Module enables customers to mix-and-match different media ports to meet diverse cabling requirements, while the 36-Port 10BASE-T Media Module delivers high-end functionality at a low price-per-port. Chipcom's new Ethernet modules reflect the company's commitment to protecting customers' existing investments by providing cost-effective, flexible solutions that accommodate a wide variety of cabling and density needs for the ONcore Switching System. Chipcom's new modules are monitored and managed by the ONcore System's scalable distributed management intelligence, a single management module that supports both Ethernet and Token Ring A local area network (LAN) access method developed by IBM. Conforming to the IEEE 802.5 standard, Token Ring uses a token ring access method and connects up to 255 nodes in a star topology at 4, 16 or 100 Mbps. media modules. In addition to being hot-swappable, the new modules both include integrated Repeater MIB (1) (Management Information Base) The hierarchical database used by the simple network management protocol (SNMP) to describe the particular device being monitored. MIB objects are identified using ASN.1 syntax. See SNMP, RMON, OID and ASN.1. statistics for base-level reporting on a per-port or connector basis. The two modules also support up to two optional Network Monitor Cards that provide comprehensive Remote Monitoring (RMON (Remote MONitoring) Enhancements to the management information base (MIB) structure used by the simple network management protocol (SNMP). In 1991, RMON added comprehensive network monitoring capabilities. ) network management, as well as optional Private Line Cards for protection from intrusion and eavesdropping Secretly gaining unauthorized access to confidential communications. Examples include listening to radio transmissions or using laser interferometers to reconstitute conversations by reflecting laser beams off windows that are vibrating in synchrony to the sound in the room. . ONcore EtherFlex Media Module Explained Using a variety of field-installable input/output (I/O (Input/Output) The transfer of data between the CPU and a peripheral device. Every transfer is an output from one device and an input to another. See PC input/output. I/O - Input/Output ) cards, Chipcom's ONcore EtherFlex Media Module allows users to customize a mixed-media solution to support a wide range of cabling combinations, including: unshielded Adj. 1. unshielded - (used especially of machinery) not protected by a shield unprotected - lacking protection or defense twisted-pair (UTP UTP (uridine triphosphate): see uracil. (Unshielded Twisted Pair) See twisted pair. UTP - unshielded twisted pair ), shielded twisted-pair (STP STP or standard temperature and pressure, standard conditions for measurement of the properties of matter. The standard temperature is the freezing point of pure water, 0°C; or 273.15°K;. ), fiber-optic, and thick and thin Ethernet cabling. Because the I/O cards are designed for simple field installation, the EtherFlex Module can be easily changed as the network evolves. The single-slot EtherFlex Module delivers "bandwidth-on-demand" by allowing users to switch ports to any of the ONcore System's eight Ethernet backplane networks. The 10BASE-T or 10BASE-FB/FL I/O cards reduce network downtime due to built-in port redundancy for automatic switchover switch·o·ver n. A complete shift, as from one system to another. to back-up ports on the same module, on a different module, or in a different hub. "Chipcom's EtherFlex Module allows us to customize a flexible, multiple-media solution that protects our existing Ethernet cabling investments," said Steve Ehlerding, network manager at Springfield, Ohio-based Navistar International. "With integrated management, port switching, fault tolerance and security available in a single module, we're getting the functionality we need today, while at the same time preserving valuable ONcore System slots for future products and technologies." ONcore 36-Port 10BASE-T Media Module Defined The ONcore 36-Port 10BASE-T Module occupies a single slot in and ONcore Switching System and provides a cost-effective, high-density solution for UTP-supported Ethernet networks. Bank switching of three, 12-Port Telco connectors simplifies the module's use and allows workgroups to be easily manipulated. Each Telco connector can be switched to any of the eight ONcore System Ethernet backplane networks. Pricing and Availability Chipcom's new ONcore EtherFlex Media Module and related I/O cards, and the ONcore 36-port 10BASE-T Media Module are scheduled to be available in the timeframes indicated below at the following North American North American named after North America. North American blastomycosis see North American blastomycosis. North American cattle tick see boophilusannulatus. list prices: Model Description Price Availability
6104M-MOD ONCore EtherFlex Media
Module Motherboard $1,495 Immediate
6103D-AUIM 10BASE-5 Male EtherFlex
I/O Card $ 895 Immediate
6104D-TPP 10BASE-T EtherFlex I/O
Card $ 645 Immediate
6102D-FIB 10BASE-FB/FL EtherFlex
I/O Card $ 795 30 Days
6136M-TPCL ONcore 36-Port 10BASE-T
Media Module $3,895 Immediate
Later this year, Chipcom will offer its customers two additional EtherFlex I/O products, a repeater AUI (Attachment Unit Interface) The network interface used with the original Ethernet. See 10Base5. 1. (tool, product) AUI - Adaptable User Interface. 2. (networking) AUI - Attachment Unit Interface. Card (10BASE-5) and a BNC (hardware) BNC - A connector for coaxial cable such as that used for some video connections and RG58 "cheapernet" connections. A BNC connector has a bayonet-type shell with two small knobs on the female connector which lock into spiral slots in the male connector when it is twisted Card (10BASE-2). Founded in 1983, Chipcom Corp. designs, manufactures, markets and services fault-tolerant intelligent switching systems, including hub, internetworking and network management products, for remote site, campus and enterprise network computing environments. The Southborough, Mass.-based company reported record revenue of $268 million for its 1994 fiscal year, ended Dec. 31, a 67 percent increase over 1993. According to market research firm Dataquest Inc., Chipcom is the world's third largest supplier of intelligent hubs. Together with its resellers, Chipcom has a presence in more than 40 countries, and the company employs over 925 people worldwide. For the third consecutive year, Chipcom has been cited by Fortune Magazine as one of the 100 fastest-growing companies in America. -0- Chipcom, the Chipcom logo and ONcore are registered trademarks of Chipcom Corp. CONTACT: Chipcom Corp., Southborough John H. Ricciardone, 508/624-6840 E-mail: jricciar@chipcom.com or Beaupre & Co. Public Relations public relations, activities and policies used to create public interest in a person, idea, product, institution, or business establishment. By its nature, public relations is devoted to serving particular interests by presenting them to the public in the most Inc. Glen M. Zimmerman, 603/436-6690 E-mail: gzimmer@beaupre.mv.com |
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