Compaq Gives LAN Managers the Edge in Fast Ethernet Migration with Industry's First Port-level, Dual-speed Hub.HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 1, 1997-- Fast Ethernet An earlier name for 100Mbps Ethernet. See 100Base-T. (networking) Fast Ethernet - A version of Ethernet developed in the 1990s(?) which can carry 100 Mbps compared with standard Ethernet's 10 Mbps. It requires upgraded network cards and hubs. Leader Also Announces New Low-Cost Switches Editor's Summary -- Netelligent 2824/2724 Dual Speed Hubs -- Cost-effective migration path from 10Mbps to 100Mbps -- Netelligent 1000 Series 10Base-T Unmanaged Hubs A network hub that does not support management queries or commands. Typically an Ethernet hub, it serves as a central connecting point only. Contrast with managed hub. -- Total, low-cost solution for SMB (1) (Small to Medium-sized Business) Also called "SME" (small to medium-sized enterprise), it refers to companies that are larger than the small office/home office (SOHO), but not huge. (small to medium business) applications -- Netelligent 5708 Dual-Speed Ethernet Switch A device that connects clients and servers to each other in an Ethernet network. See switched Ethernet. -- Cost-effective, high-performance departmental switch -- Netelligent 5226 Manageable Ethernet Switch -- Aggressive price-per-port for workgroup Ethernet switching -- 1224 Dual-Speed Hub and 2524, 2624, 3512, 3612 100Base-T Hubs and 10/100 NICs -- North America North America, third largest continent (1990 est. pop. 365,000,000), c.9,400,000 sq mi (24,346,000 sq km), the northern of the two continents of the Western Hemisphere. price reductions Strategic additions to Compaq Computer Corporation's (CPQ CPQ Compaq CPQ Conseil du Patronat du Québec (Canada) CPQ Configure-Price-Quote CPQ Conseil de Presse du Québec (Québec Press Council, Canada) CPQ Companion Parrot Quarterly :NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange ) Netelligent line of networking products include a new hub that gives customers 100Mb bandwidth at the cost of lower-priced shared network devices while eliminating the problems of having too few or too many 10Base-T or 100Base-T Ethernet ports A socket on a computer or network device for plugging in an Ethernet cable. See WAN port. . The company also announced two low-priced switches and a new family of low-cost, entry-level hubs and the first-of-its-kind, port-level, auto-sensing, dual-speed, stackable 10/100 Ethernet hub A device that all lines on an Ethernet segment are plugged into. 10Base-T and 100Base-T Ethernets are star networks and require a hub for operation. The earlier 10Base5 and 10Base2 Ethernets are bus networks, but are often wired into a star configuration using a central hub for improved , the Netelligent 2824. This hub is designed to obsolete competitive products by incorporating remote manageability features, ease of installation, maintenance and increase cost-effectiveness. Competitive dual-speed hubs require users to dedicate ded·i·cate tr.v. ded·i·cat·ed, ded·i·cat·ing, ded·i·cates 1. To set apart for a deity or for religious purposes; consecrate. 2. entire hubs to either 10Base-T or 100Base-T speed. Other shortcomings A shortcoming is a character flaw. Shortcomings may also be:
"Customers wishing to migrate to high-bandwidth Fast Ethernet technology now have a product solution that won't be junk when migration is complete and will not zap A command that typically deletes the data within a file but leaves the file structure intact so that new data can be entered. See wipe. 1. (language) ZAP - A language for expressing program transformations. ["A System for Assisting Program Transformation", M.S. older client technology on the network. In other words Adv. 1. in other words - otherwise stated; "in other words, we are broke" put differently , Compaq now has one of the world's most scalable hubs on the market today. Every port is just what the customer needs, when it is needed," said Alan Lutz, Senior Vice President and Group General Manager, Compaq's Communication Products Group. He added, "All of the new products announced today provide what customers have been demanding, fast, reliable access for LAN-based mission-critical applications." Migration is Key As demands for bandwidth-intensive applications increase, Compaq continues in its role of Fast Ethernet leadership by offering new solutions, enabling even easier migration from 10 to 100Mb/s. The Compaq Netelligent 2724 and 2824 Dual-Speed Hubs(a) provide the functionality of a 10Mb/s hub and a 100Mb/s hub, on a per-port basis, in a single, cost-effective unit with "plug-and-play" migration. This allows users to migrate at their own pace, port-by-port, office-by- office, without compromising performance, connectivity, manageability or cost. An internal switch automatically allows customers to run traffic between devices at different speeds. The Netelligent 2724/2824 Dual-Speed Hubs are the industry's first port-level, auto-sensing dual-speed hubs that are stackable, segmentable and manageable, making them ideal for customers who want to make the transition to Fast Ethernet in some areas of their organization, while at the same time preserve their investment in 10Base-T. For a price comparable to that of many single-speed hubs, customers can have their choice of Ethernet and Fast Ethernet. Every port on these 24-port hubs auto-negotiates between 10 and 100Mb/s without a trip to the wiring closet The central distribution or servicing point for cables in a network. See MDF and wire center. . These hubs are stackable up to five units high with a managing 2824 model in the stack for a total port count of 120 connections. The 2824 features Compaq's unique Smart Uplink module allowing Fast Ethernet network configuration over longer distances and in cascade configurations similar to Ethernet. In addition to enlarging ENLARGING. Extending or making more comprehensive; as an enlarging statute, which is one extending the common law. its line of hubs, Compaq is enhancing its line of switches with two products offering superior price/performance. The Netelligent 5708 Dual-Speed Fast Ethernet Switch(b) and the 5226 Manageable Ethernet Switch(c) provide high-performance departmental and workgroup connectivity at desktop prices, respectively. "These new products emphasize Compaq's commitment to offering affordable, high-performance migration solutions," said Lutz. Dual-Speed Ethernet Switch offers High-Performance at Lowest Cost The Netelligent 5708 Dual-Speed, eight-port, Ethernet Switch offers a feature-rich, high-performance departmental unit at a competitive price. This auto-sensing switch allows customers to change from 10Mb/s or 100Mb/s per port depending on network volume, giving users a seamless solution for migrating from Ethernet to Fast Ethernet. The 5708 can be used to keep a group of "power users" working efficiently, or it can be used in a department to provide Fast Ethernet uplinks from Ethernet hubs or switches. In addition, the 5708 incorporates a crossbar matrix technology which helps ensure that data arrives at its destination without corruption. Auto-adaptive features allow the 5708 switch to change from "store and forward" to "cut through" mode automatically, ensuring peak performance at all times. Aggressive Price Per Port Ethernet Switch The Netelligent 5226 Manageable Ethernet Switch has 26 ports and aggressive pricing for use in the workgroup environments. Although the 5226 switch is targeted at workgroup environments, it has several features found in departmental switches. The 5226 provides 6000 MAC addresses, is auto-adaptive, and will change from "store and forward" to "cut through" mode automatically to help ensure peak performance. It can also be used in full or half-duplex operations on each of the 24 10Base-T ports and on the two 100Base-TX ports. The 5226 has some of the largest buffering/port in the industry, allowing low-latency and high-performance. The integrated dual Application Specific Integrated Circuits Integrated circuits Miniature electronic circuits produced within and upon a single semiconductor crystal, usually silicon. Integrated circuits range in complexity from simple logic circuits and amplifiers, about 1/20 in. (1. (ASICs) provide high-end performance in workgroup and desktop applications. In addition to these new products, Compaq is also announcing North America price reductions on five existing Fast Ethernet Hubs and two existing NICs. All Netelligent manageable products ship with Compaq Netelligent Management Software(d), which brings network management to new levels of ease-of-use. Unmanaged Hubs for Small Business Applications Compaq is also offering a family of Netelligent 10Base-T workgroup hubs designed for small businesses that are ready to build a broader networking base or connect to LANs for the very first time. These affordably priced Ethernet hubs include: the Netelligent 1005 (e), a 5-port model with an uplink; the Netelligent 1009B(f), an 8-port model with an uplink and a fixed 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 port; and the Netelligent 1017A/B A/B Airborne A/B Afterburner (jet engines) A/B Air Blast A/B Answerback A/B Auto-brake A/B Air Bus A/B Afterburning (g), a 16-port model with an uplink, a fixed BNC port, and a fixed 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. port. The Netelligent 1000 Series 10Base-T Unmanaged Hubs offer a total, low-cost solution to help small to medium offices develop their business through network communications. These desktop hubs can be linked together in a simple 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. configuration through the uplink port A port on a network hub or switch that is used to connect to other hubs and switches rather than an end station. See MDI port. without configuration software or switches. The Netelligent 1005 offers connectivity in medium to large size businesses by creating "mini LANs" in areas where users have two or more peripheral devices See peripheral. peripheral device - peripheral in their private offices. The Netelligent 1009B and 1017A/B offer flexible configuration options for backbone connections to existing 10Base2 or 10Base5 LANs. Compaq Netelligent Management Software Hierarchical map and site views, enhanced network status features, and simple new installation procedures are included in the v2.0 release of Compaq Netelligent Management Software. Compaq Netelligent Management Software is an SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) A widely used network monitoring and control protocol. Data are passed from SNMP agents, which are hardware and/or software processes reporting activity in each network device (hub, router, bridge, etc. based management package, which is used to manage all of Compaq's network products. Compaq Netelligent Management Software provides robust performance and fault management and network advanced configuration features. This software makes it simple to connect devices, provides auto-discovery of network devices, and is fully compatible with Compaq Insight Manager. Network managers can access Netelligent products via OpenView, and other industry management packages, by using a third party package from Ordinox Networks Inc.
PRODUCT ESTIMATED STREET PRICE(1) PLANNED
AVAILABILITY
2724 Dual-Speed $2541 Early 3Q '97
Manageable Hub
2824 Dual-Speed $4320 Early 3Q '97
Managing Hub
1005 10Base-T $83 End of June
Unmanaged
Workgroup Hub
1009B 10Base-T $129 Early 3Q '97
Unmanaged
Workgroup Hub
1017A/B 10Base-T $256 End of June
Unmanaged
Workgroup Hub
5708 Dual Speed $2392 Early 3Q '97
Ethernet Switch
5226 Manageable $2340 Early 3Q '97
Ethernet Switch
Compaq Netelligent N/A 6/23
Management
Software
(1) All prices shown are estimated selling prices. Reseller prices
may vary.
North America Price Reductions on Existing Fast Ethernet Products
PRODUCT ORIGINAL PRICE NEW PRICE
1224 Dual-Speed $3595 $2143
Hub
2524 100Base-T Hub $2387 $2029
2624 100Base-T Hub $4500 $3465
3512 100Base-T Hub $1993 $1793
3612 100Base-T Hub $3357 $3021
Dual 10/100 TX PCI $419 $335
UTP
10/100 TX UTP $143 $120
Module for NetFlex-3
(1) All prices shown are estimated selling prices. Reseller prices
may vary.
Service, Warranty and Distribution Netelligent products can be purchased from resellers and VARs and are supported by a three-year, limited warranty Limited warranty A warranty with certain conditions and limitations on the parts covered, type of damage covered, and/or time period for which the agreement is good. . The 1005, 1009B and 1017A/B Unmanaged Hubs are supported by a limited, lifetime warranty when registered (otherwise three years). Technical support is provided through Compaq Technical Support Centers worldwide. Service is provided through resellers and VARs on a local, regional, or global basis. Company Background Compaq Computer Corporation (company) Compaq Computer Corporation - The largest US manufacturer and vendor of IBM PC compatible personal computers and servers. Compaq was started in 1982 by three ex-Texas Instruments employees. Quarterly sales $2499M, profits $210M (Aug 1994). http://compaq.com/. , a Fortune 100 company, is the fifth largest computer company in the world and the largest global supplier of personal computers, delivering useful innovation through products that connect people with people and people with information. The company is an industry leader in environmentally friendly Environmentally friendly, also referred to as nature friendly, is a term used to refer to goods and services considered to inflict minimal harm on the environment.[1] programs and business practices. Compaq is strategically organized to meet the current and future needs of its customers, offering Internet and enterprise computing Refers to information technology in the larger company. See enterprise data and enterprise networking. solutions, networking products, commercial PC products and consumer PCs. As the leader in distributed enterprise solutions, Compaq has shipped over a million servers. In 1996, the company reported worldwide sales of $18.1 billion. Compaq products are sold and supported in more than 100 countries through a network of authorized Compaq marketing partners. Customer support and information about Compaq and its products can be found at http://www.compaq.com or by calling 1-800-OK-COMPAQ. Product information and reseller locations can be obtained by calling 1-800-345-1518. -0- (a) http://www.compaq.com/products/networking/hubs/index.html (b) http://www.compaq.com/products/networking/switches/index.html (c) http://www.compaq.com/products/networking/switches/index.html (d) http://www.compaq.com/products/networking/software/index.html (e) http://www.compaq.com/products/networking/hubs/index.html (f) http://www.compaq.com/products/networking/hubs/index.html (g) http://www.compaq.com/products/networking/hubs/index.html Compaq, Registered U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Product names mentioned herein may be trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. CONTACT: Compaq Computer Corporation John Sweney 281-514-0484 john.sweney@compaq.com or Miller/Shandwick Technologies David Anderson David Anderson may refer to:
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