Net Optics Introduces 10/100/1000BaseT Tap; Multi-Speed GigaBit Copper Tap Offers Greater Flexibility.

SUNNYVALE, Calif. -- Net Optics introduces a 10/100/1000 GigaBit Copper Tap that provides total traffic visibility for 10, 100, and 1000BaseT monitoring devices. This Tap features Link Fault Detect(TM)(LFD), which gives the devices connected to the Tap critical information about link status. If either side of the bi-directional link fails, the Tap immediately communicates the fault to both devices. The 10/100/1000BaseT Tap either auto-negotiates speed and duplexing parameters or they can be set via an external DIP switch. Front-panel LEDs indicate speed, link, and data status.

Any network that has been in existence long enough to have acquired legacy devices has network management and security devices designed to work at specific link speeds. To maximize this investment, the network managers want to continue using 10/100BaseT devices as the network evolves to gigabit speeds. The 10/100/1000BaseT Tap provides passive access to network traffic at three speeds to accommodate all legacy equipment and newer gigabit devices.

The 10/100/1000BaseT Tap establishes a permanent passive access port without introducing a point of failure or disturbing other network connections. The Tap does not have an IP address so that monitoring devices connected to the Tap are isolated from the network and secure from attacks. However, the monitoring device still sees all full-duplex traffic, including Layer 1 and Layer 2 errors.

For extra uptime protection, Net Optics 10/100/1000BaseT Tap offers redundant power supplies. Should the primary power source fail, the Tap automatically switches to the secondary power source. The Tap is also part of Net Optics Cables Included program and comes with all network and monitor cables in the box at no additional charge.

About Net Optics

Net Optics, Inc. is the global leader in secure monitoring access, offering innovative solutions for complete network visibility without data stream interference. Net Optics' complete portfolio of access point solutions provides security and management devices 24/7 passive network access and 100 % traffic visibility without introducing a point of failure. Net Optics "Customer First" reputation with it's over 3,500 customers worldwide, including a majority of Fortune 500 companies, is founded on innovative industry-leading solutions and service. For more information on Net Optics solutions, please visit www.netoptics.com or call Net Optics at 408-737-7777.