DataSMART MAX Helps Network Managers Consolidate T1 WAN Services; ADC Kentrox introduces a family of Multimedia Access multipleXers - MAX.

PORTLAND, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 7, 1995--ADC Kentrox, the leading DSU/CSU and ATM network access equipment manufacturer, today announced their new DataSMART(R) T1 Multimedia Access Multiplexer (MAX). Building on the success of the DataSMART T1/FT1 DSU/CSUs product line, the company has created a new line of powerful multiplexers with integrated DSU/CSU capabilities and advanced network management features.

The new DataSMART MAX was designed to help network managers more fully utilize their T1 bandwidth. Network managers can reduce their recurring access charges and the number of customer premise devices they need to purchase and manage by multiplexing diverse media, such as voice, video and data traffic, onto a single T1 or T1 link. This equates to real, ongoing-savings for the end-user.

"DataSMART MAX delivers a viable solution for companies that are rightsizing or integrating traditional telecommunications and MIS functions into a single department," commented Olaf Nielsen, ADC Kentrox Product Manager. "Hybrid network access for multimedia solutions gives network managers reliable connections for voice, video and data traffic, along with complete T1 service monitoring and management."

DataSMART MAX: Maximized Features

The DataSMART MAX is available in T1/FT1 Dual-Port Add/Drop and T1/FT1 Quad-Port Add/Drop configurations. Voice equipment connects to the T1 Terminal Interface through the integral Add/Drop port. Video and data equipment connect using data ports with software selectable interfaces; V.35, EIA-530, and RS449 are available on every port. In addition to providing access to T1/FT1 carrier services, DataSMART MAX can also access frame-based services such as Frame Relay, SMDS DXI, and ATM DXI or FUNI.

Network Management

The front panel includes an LCD display, touch keys and status LEDs for flexible installation, configuration and diagnostics -- without requiring a laptop PC or terminal to retrieve proactive information on the network.

Each unit comes standard with an embedded SNMP agent that supports the standard MIBs, SETs, GETs, and Traps. It also includes a TELNET server for enhanced control and diagnostics.

The built-in PCMCIA slot provides an optional Ethernet interface for LAN access to the DataSMART MAX configuration and diagnostic information. The unit includes flash memory for field upgrades. Like all ADC Kentrox network access and concentration products, the DataSMART MAX was designed to perform in a multivendor environment. It is interoperable with leading PBX, video codec and router manufacturers including Rolm, CLI, PictureTel, Cisco, Bay Networks, and 3Com.

The ADC Kentrox T1 Portfolio

ADC Kentrox has three distinct T1 network access product offerings. The new DataSMART T1 MAX for multimedia applications with advanced network management features and a front panel LCD lists for $3,495 for the T1/FT1 Dual-Port Add/Drop model and $3,995 for the T1/FT1 Quad-Port Add/Drop. Both DataSMART MAX models are available and shipping now.

The DataSMART T1/FT1 family of Intelligent DSU/CSUs (IDSUs) provides data port expandability coupled with Network Essentials -- SNMP/TELNET capabilities with a list price starting at $1,695.00. The basic D-SERV T1 DSU/CSU offers economical T1/FT1 access with a list price of $1,395.00 for LAN/WAN connections. All ADC Kentrox T1 DSU/CSUs carry a full five-year warranty.

For more information, please call 503-643-1681 or check out the ADC Kentrox Web site at http://www.kentrox.com or email [e-mail].

ADC Kentrox, an ISO 9001 certified company, designs, manufactures and markets high-speed digital network access products that help network administrators manage their T1/FT1, T3, E1, E3, Frame Relay, SMDS and ATM public/private network interfaces. ADC Kentrox is an innovator of ATM multiplexing and a leading supplier of T1/T3 network access devices. The ADC Kentrox product line includes T-SMART(R) Intelligent CSUs, the DataSMART(R) family of Intelligent DSU/CSUs along with a line of ATM Access Concentrators. ADC Kentrox, based in Portland, Oregon, is a wholly owned subsidiary of ADC Telecommunications, Inc. of Minneapolis, MN (ADCT). ADC Telecommunications is a leading supplier of transmission and networking systems to both public and private networks. ADC Kentrox can be reached by telephone at [phone], customer service and technical support 1-800-733-5511 or by email at [e-mail].

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