Router includes network storage/media server capabilities.November 1, 2006 -
Including gigabit switch at throughput speed up to 1,000 Mbps, Model WRT350N enables users to simultaneously watch HD video, stream digital audio, make VoIP calls, and surf Internet. Storage Link turns any USB 2.0 device into network attached storage, while its always-on server functionality allows users to stream digital media to UPnP-enabled adapter. Wireless-N Gigabit Router ensures data protection by encoding transmissions with industrial-strength encryption.
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Original Press release
Linksys
17401 Armstrong Ave.
Irvine, CA, 92614-5723
USA
New Linksys Wireless-N Gigabit Router Ready to Deliver Entertainment Content
WRT350N Wireless-N Gigabit Router With Storage Link Includes Network Storage and Media Server Capabilities
IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 12 // -- Linksys®, a Division of Cisco Systems, Inc., and the recognized leading global manufacturer of voice, wireless, and networking hardware for home, Small Office/Home Office (SOHO) and small business user, today announced the availability of its first gigabit wireless-N router, the Wireless-N Gigabit Router with Storage Link (WRT350N). When teamed with the Wireless-N Notebook Adapter (WPC300N) or Wireless-N Desktop Adapter (WMP300N) the WRT350N can provide up to four times the range and 12 times the throughput of standard Wireless-G solutions*.
Gigabit Switch
The ultrafast gigabit switch included in the WRT350N brings technology previously present only in high-end businesses networks to the home. At throughput speeds of up to 1000 Mbps, gigabit switching lessens the limitations normally present when transmitting between wired and wireless connections.
"Including gigabit ports on the WRT350N enables users who like to push the limits of technology to reach maximum performance levels by removing the bottleneck caused by 10/100 ports," said Mani Dhillon, director of product marketing, Home Networking, Linksys. "Wireless speeds exceeding 100 Mbps gives users the opportunity to simultaneously watch high-definition video, stream digital audio, play games online, make Voice over IP calls, and surf the Internet without any significant effect on performance."
Storage Link
With Storage Link, any USB 2.0 storage device including inexpensive external USB Hard Disk Drives can become networked attached storage by simply plugging it into the WRT350N. The contents of the drive can be shared by everyone on the network, making it an ideal solution for sharing files, digital music, videos, or pictures. No custom software is required. The always-on media server functionality within Storage Link enables users to stream digital media to any UPnP-enabled digital media adapter without the use of a PC.
Security
Wireless transmissions made using the WRT350N can be encoded with industrial-strength encryption to help protect data and privacy. It can serve as a DHCP server, supports VPN pass-through, and has a powerful SPI firewall to protect against intruders and most known Internet attacks. Enabling these security features is easy with the Linksys Web browser-based configuration utility.
Pricing and Availability
Available now through Linksys e-commerce retailers the WRT350N has an estimated street price of $229.99. The product will soon be available at retail stores, direct response, and VAR partners.
The WPC300N and WMP300N are both available now through Linksys e-commerce retailers, retail stores, direct response, and VAR partners at an estimated street price of $119.99.
About Linksys
Founded in 1988, Linksys, a Division of Cisco Systems Inc., (NASDAQ:CSCO) is the recognized global leader in voice, Wireless and Ethernet networking for consumer, SOHO and small business users. Linksys is dedicated to making networking easy and affordable for its customers, offering innovative, award-winning products that seamlessly integrate with a variety of devices and applications. Linksys provides award-winning product support to its customers. For more information, visit www.linksys.com.
* Reference to speeds and performance are based on standards and
specifications. Actual performance may vary based on environmental
considerations and network configurations.
Source: Linksys
CONTACT:
Media
Karen Sohl
+1-949-823-1578
ksohl@cisco.com
Trevor Bratton
+1-949-823-1212
trevor.bratton@cisco.com
Analyst Relations
Ben Culp
+1-949-823-3787
beculp@cisco.com
Web site: http://www.linksys.com/
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