Foundry Networks Uses Netcom Systems' SmartBits to Demonstrate Leading Performance Capabilities of Its BigIron 8000 Gigabit Ethernet Switching Router At Networld+Interop.CHATSWORTH, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 16, 1998- Foundry Conducts Largest SmartBits Performance Measurement Test Demo at N+I in Booth 1629 The leader in network performance measurement and analysis, Netcom Systems Inc. Friday announced that 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. will conduct the largest SmartBits test at Networld+Interop on its BigIron 8000 switching router in booth No. 1629. Foundry Networks, a 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, routers and server load balancers, will live-test its BigIron 8000 switching router with 8 SmartBits systems, providing 64 Gigabit Ethernet ports, to demonstrate approximately 96 million packets per second (Mpps) -- the industry's highest throughput in a single chassis. Additionally, the test will reveal both Layer 2 and Layer 3 routing capabilities at such record-breaking wire speeds. BigIron 8000 is an 8-slot modular chassis A hardware device that is designed for expansion and accepts a variety of plug-in modules of different types. High-end network switches and routers are often built with a modular chassis. See line card. that offers up to 64 Gigabit Ethernet ports or 188 10/100 Mbps ports for enterprise and ISP (1) See in-system programmable. (2) (Internet Service Provider) An organization that provides access to the Internet. Connection to the user is provided via dial-up, ISDN, cable, DSL and T1/T3 lines. backbones. Netcom Systems' SmartBits 2000 is the first advanced multiport mul·ti·port adj. Having, relating to, or being a system of multiple ports for injecting fuel separately into each cylinder of an engine. network performance analysis system that allows users to identify weaknesses in their networks or network products through rigorous performance testing Performance Testing covers a broad range of engineering or functional evaluations where a material, product, or system is not specified by detailed material or component specifications: Rather, emphasis is on the final measurable performance characteristics. of both new and legacy networking technologies. "Netcom's SmartBits 2000 gives us the ability to prove the superior capabilities of BigIron 8000," said Drusie Demopoulos, vice president of marketing for Foundry Networks. "Results from Netcom's award-winning SmartBits tests provide our customers with a credible performance benchmark," continued Demopoulos. "We are pleased that a market leader such as Foundry Networks has chosen our SmartBits systems to validate their product live at Networld+Interop," said Mark Fishburn, vice president of marketing for Netcom Systems. "Our SmartBits Gigabit Ethernet solution was first to market and continues to lead the way in full wire-rate performance analysis systems," continued Fishburn. Both Foundry Networks and Netcom Systems will be exhibiting at the Networld+Interop Show in Atlanta, Oct. 21-23. Netcom Systems will be located at booth No. 2223 and Foundry Networks at booth No. 1629. About Foundry Networks Foundry Networks Inc. is a leading provider of Gigabit Ethernet switches, routers, and server load balancers. The company manufactures, markets and distributes ultra-high-performance, next-generation switching and routing solutions for enterprises and ISPs. Foundry has won 10 prestigious awards including: Network Magazine's Gigabit Ethernet Product of the Year, Business Communications Review's Best-in-Test, Best of 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. Times, Network Computing's Editor's Choice and Flying Colors Noun 1. flying colors - complete success; "they passed inspection with flying colors" flying colours success - an attainment that is successful; "his success in the marathon was unexpected"; "his new play was a great success" , Data Communications data communications, application of telecommunications technology to the problem of transmitting data, especially to, from, or between computers. In popular usage, it is said that data communications make it possible for one computer to "talk" with another. Tester's Choice and Top 25 Hot Start-Ups, and Computerworld's Top 100 Emerging Companies. For more information about the company and its products, call 888/TURBO-LAN or visit the company's Web site at http://www.foundrynet.com. About Netcom Systems Founded in 1988, Netcom Systems, a privately held company privately held company A firm whose shares are held within a relatively small circle of owners and are not traded publicly. with headquarters in Chatsworth, has become the industry leader for network performance measurement equipment. Netcom Systems manufactures SmartBits Systems to provide developers and network managers with proactive tools that reduce the risk and cost associated with network failures by proactively measuring the limitations of network devices and configurations before they go live. More than 600 network equipment manufacturers, service providers, government agencies, corporate end-users and test laboratories have used SmartBits products worldwide to ensure the quality and performance of their network 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. and provide proof of their own product's performance. More information on Netcom Systems is available online by visiting the company's Web site at http://www.netcomsystems.com. NOTE TO EDITORS: Foundry Networks and BigIron are trademarks of Foundry Networks Inc. SmartBits is a trademark of Netcom Systems Inc. |
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