MMC Networks Provides Integral Components For 3Com's Next-Generation Total Control 2000 Multiservice Access Platform.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers SUNNYVALE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 29, 2000 MMC's Network Processors and Switch Fabrics Provide Integrated High-Capacity Silicon Solution for Carrier-Class, High-Density Multiservice Platform MMC See MultiMediaCard and Microsoft Management Console. Networks (Nasdaq:MMCN MMCN Materiel Management Control Number (MEDCOM Logistics) ), the first mover mover /mov·er/ (moo´ver) that which produces motion. prime mover a muscle that acts directly to bring about a desired movement. and market leader in providing total network processing platforms and services, today announced that 3Com Corporation's new Total Control(R) 2000 multiservice access platform -- unveiled at the recent Supercomm 2000 show in Atlanta -- is powered by MMC's Total Network Processing components. MMC's nP7000-family network processors and recently announced nPX5410 switch fabric chipsets combine to form the Quality of Service-enabled switching and routing silicon base for the industry's highest port density, highest throughput carrier-class multiservice platform. The Total Control 2000 platform -- expected to begin telecommunications services In telecommunication, the term telecommunications service has the following meanings: 1. Any service provided by a telecommunication provider. 2. provider trials in early 2001 -- is a carrier-class, high-density multiservice platform that will initially provide voice-over-IP media gateway support and quickly expand to support other access media such as enhanced data services, wireless data, and broadband services See broadband and broadband service provider. . "3Com is advancing public networking, helping service providers migrate from circuit-switched networks to more efficient IP networks," said Doug Spreng, President and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of MMC Networks. "With Total Control 2000, 3Com's customers will be able to use the same packet-based network for voice and data. And the multiservice design will enable service providers to expand the platform to support new services and access technologies." "MMC's network processors and switching fabrics provided us with an integrated, high-capacity, Quality of Service-enabled silicon base on which we built our internal communications  This article's grammar usage needs improvement. Please edit this article in accordance with Wikipedia's . structure for the platform," said Terrel Jones, Director of Platform Development and the Total Control 2000 program for 3Com's Carrier Networks Business. "Working with MMC, we will be able to introduce Total Control 2000 to market quickly, focusing on delivering industry-leading, carrier-class infrastructure through the 3Com CommWorks(R) architecture without the need to develop additional switching and packet processing ASICs." This release may contain forward-looking statements forward-looking statement A projected financial statement based on management expectations. A forward-looking statement involves risks with regard to the accuracy of assumptions underlying the projections. that are subject to risks and uncertainties. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially include, but are not limited to, general business conditions in the networking equipment and semiconductor industries, changes in demand for network equipment products of MMC Networks' customers, the timing and amount or cancellation of orders from MMC Networks' network equipment vendor customers and other risks detailed from time to time in the company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission including the company's 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. . About MMC Networks, Inc. MMC Networks (Nasdaq:MMCN) is the first mover and market leader in providing total network processing platforms and services, enabling network and communications equipment vendors to rapidly develop scalable, feature-rich, cost-effective products. MMC's platforms include fully programmable, policy-enabled network processors, an open, extensible software architecture, high-capacity switching fabrics, and integrated traffic management capabilities, complemented by system design and consulting services Noun 1. consulting service - service provided by a professional advisor (e.g., a lawyer or doctor or CPA etc.) service - work done by one person or group that benefits another; "budget separately for goods and services" . MMC platforms form the silicon heart of many Layer 2-Layer 7 WAN and LAN switches A network device that cross-connects clients, servers and network devices. Also known as a "frame switch," stand-alone LAN switches are common in all Ethernet networks. A four-port switch is also typically built into a wired or wireless router for homes and small business (see wireless and routers, broadband, optical, web switching Using a Web switch to route Web traffic to the server that can process it most efficiently. See Web switch. , subscriber management, and other communications platforms. For additional information visit www.mmcnetworks.com or call 408/731-1600. MMC Networks -- The Network Processor Company(TM). About 3Com Corporation With more than 300 million customers worldwide, 3Com Corporation connects more people and organizations to information and each other in more innovative, simple and reliable ways than any other networking company. 3Com delivers web-enabled solutions to consumers, small- to medium-sized business locations and network service providers. For further information, visit 3Com's World Wide Web site at www.3com.com or the press site at www.3com.com/pressbox. Note to Editors: MMC Networks and The Network Processor Company are trademarks of MMC Networks, Inc. 3Com, CommWorks and Total Control are registered trademarks of 3Com Corporation. All other company and product names may be trademarks of the respective companies with which they are associated. |
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