Foundry Networks Expands U.S. Distribution Reach; Maxnet Communication Systems and Syscon, Inc. to Resell Foundry's Gigabit Ethernet Products.SUNNYVALE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 3, 1997--Expanding their U.S. distribution reach, Foundry Networks Foundry Networks is a network system vendor selling high-end managed ethernet switches and routers. The company was founded in 1996 by Bobby R. Johnson, Jr. and is based in Santa Clara, California, USA. , the leading provider of Gigabit Ethernet An Ethernet standard that transmits at 1 Gbps. Used mostly to connect high-end workstations and servers as well as for network backbones, Gigabit Ethernet transmits full duplex from point to point using switches and half duplex in a shared environment (CSMA/CD) using a hub. switches and routers, has signed reseller agreements with Maxnet Communications Systems In telecommunication, a communications system is a collection of individual communications networks, transmission systems, relay stations, tributary stations, and data terminal equipment (DTE) usually capable of interconnection and interoperation to form an integrated whole. , Inc. and Syscon, Inc. Maxnet, a provider of support services support services Psychology Non-health care-related ancillary services–eg, transportation, financial aid, support groups, homemaker services, respite services, and other services for network systems and Syscon, a systems integrator providing intelligent system solutions for businesses, will distribute Foundry's products nationwide. "Foundry's family of guaranteed, low-cost Gigabit Ethernet products will enable Maxnet to meet these customer's needs today," said Sharon Cappella, Vice President of Marketing, Maxnet Communications Systems, Inc. "Partnering with Foundry enhances Maxnet's technology leadership position in the high end systems integrator market," Cappella added. "Maxnet's commitment to provide their clients the most advantageous network solution decision is highly regarded by Foundry. We believe that our relationship with Maxnet will augment Foundry's sales coverage nationwide," said James Watkins Professor James Watkins is head of the department of Sports Science at the University of Wales Swansea. Professor Watkins is an advisory board member of the Journal of Sports Sciences and an editorial board member of the European Journal of Physical Education. , Regional Sales Manager sales manager n → gerente m/f de ventas sales manager n → directeur commercial sales manager sale n → , Foundry Networks, Inc. "With today's businesses developing larger LANs and WANs, switches and routers must be able to keep up with the demand of the high performance server solutions that are required. Gigabit Ethernet dramatically increases network bandwidth allowing for better performance with high traffic," said Albert Mimo, President, Syscon, Inc. "Our relationship with Foundry will enhance the high performance server solutions that Syscon offers our clients through the increased network performance of Gigabit Ethernet and the cutting edge technology of Foundry's products," Mimo added. "Syscon is an innovative company that stays on top of technology. Along with Syscon's excellent reputation and focused customer satisfaction, I believe that this partnership will provide Foundry an even stronger foundation in the East Coast area," said Wesley Lem, Regional Sales Manager, Foundry Networks, Inc. Maxnet provides network design, analysis, implementation and support services for network systems using a vendor-independent approach. Maxnet's headquarters is in Dania Beach, Florida Dania Beach is a city in Broward County, Florida, United States. As of 1 July 2006, the city's population was estimated by the U.S. Census Bureau at 28,831.[3] It is part of the South Florida metropolitan area, which is home to 5,463,857 people. . For more information about the company and its products and services, visit their web site at http://www.maxnet.com . Syscon, Inc. is a Systems Integrator providing intelligent system solutions for businesses. Located in Glastonbury, Connecticut Glastonbury (41n43, 72w37 EST) is a town in Hartford County, Connecticut, United States. The population was 31,876 at the 2000 census. It was named after the English Glastonbury. Glastonbury is located on the banks of the Connecticut River, south east from Hartford. , with over 10 years of experience in cutting edge technology solutions, Syscon currently has a broad customer base throughout Connecticut and parts of Massachusetts. For more information about Syscon and its products, visit their web site at http://www.sysconinc.net . Foundry Networks, Inc. is a leading startup and pioneer in the Gigabit Ethernet market. The company manufactures, markets and distributes ultra high performance, next generation switching and routing solutions for corporate intranetworks. For more information about the company and its products, contact 1.888.TURBO.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. or visit our web site at http://www.foundrynet.com . CONTACT: Foundry Networks, Inc. Jenni Brumfield, 408/731-3824 jenni@foundrynet.com |
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