Larscom Launches E3/T3 CSU/DSU Access Multiplexer for Simplified Network Access of Broadband Applications.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers MILPITAS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 13, 2002 Orion 4500 delivers a single-platform solution for improving last mile WAN connectivity Larscom Incorporated (Nasdaq:LARS LARS Launch and Recovery System LARS Large Animal Research Station LARS Los Angeles Riot Squad LARS Los Angeles Radiological Society LARS Light Artillery Rocket System LARS Left Add, Right Subtract (artillery fire sighting) ), a leading provider of WAN connectivity and network access equipment, today announced a new dual-port E3/T3 CSU/DSU See DSU/CSU. CSU/DSU - channel service unit/digital service unit Access Multiplexer designed to economize e·con·o·mize v. e·con·o·mized, e·con·o·miz·ing, e·con·o·miz·es v.intr. 1. To practice economy, as by avoiding waste or reducing expenditures. 2. network access for a variety of global broadband applications. Larscom's new Orion 4500 is a cost-effective way for service providers to offer highly-efficient Internet backbone (communications, networking) Internet backbone - High-speed networks that carry Internet traffic. These communications networks are provided by companies such as AT&T, GTE, IBM, MCI, Netcom, Sprint, UUNET and consist of high-speed links in the T1, T3, OC1 and OC3 ranges. or fractional E3/T3 services with guaranteed service levels; and for enterprises to deploy high-speed global WAN connections. "The Orion 4500 provides a significant step forward in CSU/DSU technology - bringing the best in management features, dual port conveniences, powerful bandwidth allocation Bandwidth allocation refers to various methods used in the communications industry to design and assign frequency channels to different wireless applications. Also on programs such as Bittorent or Limewire. and performance monitoring capabilities to the last mile of the network - all in a single, economical, and energy-efficient package that can be used anywhere in the world," said Gurdip Jande, vice president of marketing at Larscom. "Now, with the Orion 4500, deploying high-speed 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. applications worldwide is easier and more cost-effective than ever before." The Orion 4500 CSU/DSU Access Multiplexer delivers serial data from a router or other device on a network and transports it over an E3 (international line speed) or T3 (U.S. line speed) service while providing the additional benefits of increased network visibility, performance monitoring, and automated bandwidth management Controlling the traffic flow in a network. See bandwidth manager. . Using the Orion 4500 instead of an internal CSU/DSU card within a router gives the network operator a clean, easily-controlled demarcation point and provides much faster and more reliable network troubleshooting options through fault isolation and detailed diagnostics. The Orion 4500 delivers many features and benefits, including: -- Full or subrate E3/T3 clear channel support software selectable in a single platform so network administrators do not need to invest in multiple types of network equipment; -- Dual HSSI ports to allow scalable bandwidth allocation between one or two high-speed serial ports that automatically adjust for peak/off-peak usage; -- Local or remote, in-band management via Maintenance Data Link (MDL) or SNMP, TELNET, TFTP download, which makes managing global networks much easier; -- Powerful and detailed 24-hour diagnostics, performance histories, alarm logging/dial-out, and extensive loopback/test pattern options streamline troubleshooting of the entire network. Pricing and Availability Larscom's Orion 4500 will be available on November 15, 2002 for an MSRP MSRP Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price MSRP Message Session Relay Protocol MSRP Multi-Species Recovery Plan (US Fish & Wildlife Service) MSRP Member of the Society for Radiological Protection (UK) of $4,495. It can be purchased through Larscom directly by calling 1-888-LARSCOM or through a number of Larscom Authorized Resellers available worldwide. To locate a reseller near you visit www.larscom.com/sales. About Larscom Larscom (Nasdaq: LARS) was founded more than three decades ago on a single vision: to enable high-speed access by providing the most cost-effective, highly reliable (carrier-class), and easiest-to-use network access equipment in the industry. Larscom's customers include major carriers, Internet service providers Internet service provider (ISP) Company that provides Internet connections and services to individuals and organizations. For a monthly fee, ISPs provide computer users with a connection to their site (see data transmission), as well as a log-in name and password. , independent telcos, Fortune 500 companies and government agencies worldwide. Larscom's headquarters are at 1845 McCandless Drive, Milpitas, California 95035. Additional information can be found at www.larscom.com. Safe Harbor Safe Harbor 1. A legal provision to reduce or eliminate liability as long as good faith is demonstrated. 2. A form of shark repellent implemented by a target company acquiring a business that is so poorly regulated that the target itself is less attractive. Statement Any forward-looking statements in this news release are based on our current expectations and beliefs and are subject to known and unknown risks and uncertainties that could cause the actual results to differ materially from those suggested. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially include (but are not limited to) risks associated with customer concentration that include WorldCom, the effect of the general downturn in the telecommunications equipment industry, the ability to develop successful new products, dependence on recently introduced new products and products under development, the acquisition of businesses or technologies, dependence on component availability from key suppliers, rapid technological change and fluctuations in quarterly operating results, as well as additional risk factors as discussed in the "Risk Factors" section of our annual report on Form 10-K Form 10-K A report required by the SEC from exchange-listed companies that provides for annual disclosure of certain financial information. Form 10-K See 10-K. and quarterly reports on Form 10-Q Form 10-Q See 10-Q. filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. These forward-looking statements represent our judgment as of the date of this news release. We disclaim, however, any intent or obligation to update these forward-looking statements. Larscom is a trademark of Larscom Incorporated. All other trademarks mentioned herein are the property of their respective owners. |
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