NBase announces three Fast Ethernet fiber-optic modules for its Megaswitch 10 100 Fast Ethernet Switches.CHATSWORTH, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 1, 1995--NBase Switch Communications announces today the availability of three new Fast Ethernet fiber-optic modules for its 8- and 15-port Megaswitch 10/100. The new modules, designed in compliance with the IEEE 802.3u standard 100 Base-FX fiber-optic interface, extend transmission distances over multimode and single-mode fiber to 2, 20, and 40 kilometers, depending on the module chosen. The Megaswitch 10/100 NH208 and Megaswitch NH215 feature 6 and 13 Ethernet ports, respectively, as well as two Fast Ethernet port options each. The Megaswitch 10/100 seamlessly combines 10-Mbps Ethernet with the new Fast Ethernet IEEE 802.3u 100 Base-TX twisted-pair and 100 Base-FX fiber-optic technology. The Megaswitch 10/100 also features virtual LAN capabilities, allowing NET Managers to group users into private networks, regardless of the LAN segment to which they are connected. Previously shipped Fast Ethernet modules were available only for 100 Base-TX Category 5 unshielded Adj. 1. unshielded - (used especially of machinery) not protected by a shield unprotected - lacking protection or defense twisted-pair wire, which limits transmission distances to 100 meters at 100 Mbps. The new fiber-optic modules let users extend the distance between switches - or between switches and HUBs - to 40 kilometers. Fiber-optic cabling is rapidly becoming a cost-effective alternative to Category 5 UTP UTP (uridine triphosphate): see uracil. (Unshielded Twisted Pair) See twisted pair. UTP - unshielded twisted pair cabling. Its falling cost, greater longevity, virtual immunity to interference, greater transmission distances, and higher bandwidth capability make fiber-optic cabling a strong alternative for new installations. The combination of fiber optics, Fast Ethernet, and full duplexing yields a compelling solution for 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. congestion The condition of a network when there is not enough bandwidth to support the current traffic load. congestion - When the offered load of a data communication path exceeds the capacity. . With single-mode fiber optics, a Fast Ethernet signal may be driven up to 40 kilometers with no repeater. However, this is not possible in half duplex, since the maximum diameter of a Fast Ethernet network is 500 meters. Full duplex overcomes this limitation by allowing simultaneous transmission and reception while eliminating collisions. With this combination, a 200-Mbps link can be established between two switches separated by over 25 miles - more than sufficient for most LAN applications. At this time, NBase Switch has several installations where switched full-duplex Ethernet is transmitted to distances from 5 kilometers to 50 kilometers. Noam Lotan, NBase 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. , commented that "the Megaswitch has extensive virtual LAN capabilities and fiber-optic transmission. Users from different workgroups located in remote facilities, across campus, or across town can communicate swiftly and securely, using regular and fast Ethernet simultaneously. Fast Ethernet works just like regular Ethernet, except 10 times faster. Users can benefit immensely by using 10/100 Mbps in client/server computing." The new Fast Ethernet modules are fully manageable via SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) A widely used network monitoring and control protocol. Data are passed from SNMP agents, which are hardware and/or software processes reporting activity in each network device (hub, router, bridge, etc. . They are configurable to full or half-duplex operation, transmitting at 200 Mbps in full duplex mode. Each model has ST-type connectors and operates at a wavelength of 1,300 nm. NBase Switch has been providing leading-edge LAN switching technology since 1993. The companys unique approach to switching and fiber-optic technology provides users with efficient and cost-effective solutions for workgroup, campus, and metropolitan networks. Pricing information: NH208 Megaswitch basic unit (6 Ethernet ports) $3,995 NH215 Megaswitch basic unit (13 Ethernet ports) $7,995 NH200 FO/M 2KM 100 Base-FX fiber-optic module $1,495 NH200 FO/S 20KM 100 Base-FX fiber-optic module $1,695 NH200 FO/SX 40KM 100 Base-FX fiber-optic module $2,495 NH200 MP CAT 5 UTP 100 Base-TX module $1,295 MRV COMMUNICATIONS MRV Communications, Inc., manufacturer of NBase Switch and a manufacturer of LAN and fiber optic products, is a rapidly growing company based in Chatsworth, California. According to Inc. magazines May 1994 survey, MRV MRV minute respiratory volume. ranked number 59 among the fastest growing public companies in the United States. MRV develops and markets LAN switching products to increase productivity of LAN users. The companys stand-alone products include Ethernet switches and fiber optic LAN extenders for campus and metropolitan area networks. MRV markets these and other related products under the brand name NBase Switch. Ethernet switches subdivide TO SUBDIVIDE. To divide a part of a thing which has already been divided. For example, when a person dies leaving children, and grandchildren, the children of one of his own who is dead, his property is divided into as many shares as he had children, including the deceased, and the share large LANs into smaller segments with fewer devices to improve total network availability while providing temporary, but instant, interconnections between the smaller networks. The LAN switching market is currently growing rapidly with industry growth estimates exceeding 100% per year. MRV also manufactures semiconductor laser diodes, LEDs, transmitter/receiver, and data link products for the fiber optic network industry. Products incorporating MRVs devices are used primarily in computer local and wide area networks, voice communications and video transmission. The current trend towards establishment of interactive television as well as the enormously growing corporate requirements for high speed data transmission are triggering exponential growth for fiber optic systems. MRV is probably the only "independent" fiber-optic-component public company in a market dominated by giants such as AT&T, Fujitsu, Mitsubishi and Hewlett-Packard. The companys technology, however, is extremely specialized (leading in speed and price/performance) and presents substantial barriers to new entrants. The combination of MRVs fiber optic expertise with LAN switching technology presents a whole range of product opportunities for local, campus, and metropolitan area networks. MRV is a public company and is currently traded on NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on (MRVC MRVC Multiple Rate Voice Card - $12.00 bid) with a total market capitalization Total Market Capitalization The total market value of all of a firm's outstanding securities. value of about $58 million. Average daily trading volume has been 140,861. Noam Lotan has been the President, Chief Executive Officer, and a Director of the company since May 1990. From March 1987 to January 1990, Mr. Lotan was Managing Director of Fiberoptics (UK) Ltd., the United Kingdom subsidiary of Fibronics International Inc., a manufacturer of fiber optic communication networks. From January 1985 to March 1987, Mr. Lotan was a Director of European Operations for Fibronics. Prior to such time, Mr. Lotan held a variety of sales and marketing positions with Fibronics and Hewlett-Packard. Mr. Lotan holds a Bachelor of Science Noun 1. Bachelor of Science - a bachelor's degree in science BS, SB bachelor's degree, baccalaureate - an academic degree conferred on someone who has successfully completed undergraduate studies degree in Electrical Engineering from the Technion, the Israel Institute of Technology, and a Masters degree in Business Administration from INSEAD INSEAD Institut Européen d'Administration des Affaires (European Institute for Business Administration; now know simply as INSEAD) INSEAD I Never Stop Eating And Drinking (The European Institute of Business Administration). Ofer Iny has been Vice President of Engineering of the Company since May 1994. From January 1993 to May 1994, he was a consultant to the company. From September 1991 to January 1993, Mr. Iny was a researcher at Jet Propulsion Laboratory “JPL” redirects here. For other uses, see JPL (disambiguation). Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) is a NASA research center located in the cities of Pasadena and La Cañada Flintridge, near Los Angeles, California, USA. , Microgravity mi·cro·grav·i·ty n. 1. An environment in which there is very little net gravitational force, as of a free-falling object, an orbit, or interstellar space. 2. and Microwave Group. From May 1990 to March 1992, Mr. Iny was Senior Engineer at Whittaker Electronic Systems, a manufacturer. Mr. Iny holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics from California State University, Northridge CSUN offers a variety of programs leading to bachelor's degrees in 61 fields and master's degrees in 42 fields. The university has over 150,000 alumni. It's also home to a summer musical theater/theater program known as TADW (TeenAge Drama Workshop) that leads teenagers through an , and a Masters degree in Physics from University of California, Los Angeles UCLA comprises the College of Letters and Science (the primary undergraduate college), seven professional schools, and five professional Health Science schools. Since 2001, UCLA has enrolled over 33,000 total students, and that number is steadily rising. . CONTACT: Progressive Strategies Dan Spiner, 212/260-0800 or NBase Susan Griffith, 800/858-7815 |
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