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Wireless Sensor Network Appliance supports ISA100, WirelessHART.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:33:51 -0500

Integrating wireless sensor network gateways based on ISA100.11a or WirelessHART(TM) standards with 802.11 (WiFi) radios, IONizer enables support of other industrial wireless applications such as mobility, location, video, and communications and to enable efficient backhaul of sensor data. Appliance helps enhance and extend open, standards-based wireless networks that enable industrial facilities to deploy scalable, secure, and reliable wireless instrumentation applications.

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Ethernet Switches enable deployment of PoE devices.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 08:29:54 -0500

Consuming 36 W without PoE operating, 26-port TigerSwitch(TM) SMC8126PL2-F provides wire speed 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet switching with 802.3af PoE support, and up to 375 W total power on all 26 ports. Fast Ethernet 48-port TigerSwitch(TM) SMC6152PL2 supports 802.3af PoE on all 48 10/100 ports and incorporates four 10/100/1000Base-T ports, which provide uplink capabilities. Both switches support IP clustering, enabling up to 32 units to be managed from single IP address.

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Controller-to-Controller Module supports over 130 protocols.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:27:05 -0500

Available as module that installs in Rockwell Automation ControlLogix PAC or as standalone module for DIN rail mounting, cATM Universal Gateway Data Appliance connects over 50 brands of factory floor controllers and devices to Rockwell Automation controllers, eliminating need to program message instructions between controllers or other devices. Appliance features universal driver to connect to Ethernet and serial devices, and is suited for M2M communications.

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VDSL Managed Switch targets multi-dwelling applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:27:02 -0500

Comprised of 24-Port VDSL2 switch, one-port CPE, and 4-port CPE with built-in wireless, TigerAccess 7800 Series provides access to network-based applications in one or many rooms. It integrates multiple Ethernet ports and WiFi connectivity to support IP-based service demands - Video-on-Demand, VoIP, and high-speed Internet access - of hospitality businesses as well as operators of multiple-dwelling and multiple-tenant units. Upstream/downstream data transfer speeds reach 100 Mbps.

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PCIe 2.0 Gen 1 UARTs offer up to 25 Mbps serial data rate.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:26:59 -0500

Featuring PCIe 2.0 Gen 1-compliant bus interface, XR17V352/354/358 are 2-, 4-, and 8-channel UARTs, respectively, that support FIFO sizes up to 256 bytes. Single-chip endpoint solution eliminates requirement for external PCIe-PCI bridge devices. It integrates on-chip PCIe PHY and PCIe digital controller as well as RS-485 half duplex direction control with programmable turn around delay; infrared (IrDA 1.1) data encoder/decoder; and fractional baud rate generator.

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Industrial Ethernet Extenders offer 8,530 ft range.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:41:39 -0500

Using existing device-network infrastructure, point-to-point iCON-32300 series can extend Ethernet connectivity in facilities over existing copper telephone wire or coaxial cable without pulling extra cable. RoHS-compliant products establish high-speed remote connection between 2 Ethernet networks. Ruggedized aluminum case is wall, DIN-rail, and panel-mountable and allows for operation between -40 to +75°C range.

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Ethernet Switch offers minimal power consumption.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:44:50 -0500

Model XG2600 10 Gb Ethernet switch features 26 ports and utilizes SFP+ optical modules. Supporting SFP+ twinax copper cables, it also reduces power usage to less than 5 W/port and offers low latency. Unit, featuring 1U high form factor, includes field-reversible cooling fans and can be integrated into existing networks and system chassis.

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IP Access Solution provides FTTx service capabilities.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:34:25 -0500

Using iMAP 9810 Intelligent Multiservice Access Platform, service providers can deliver FTTx services without risk of blocking. IP/Ethernet networking solution supports IP services simultaneously over copper and fiber infrastructures. Unit supports 1 Gbps, Active Ethernet, and EPON FTTx from any of 8 service slots, as well as copper-based services including ADSL2+ and VDSL2. As mid-mile transport device, iMAP 9810 can be provisioned with either 8-port GigE or 6-port 10 GigE modules.

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Configurable Network Switches help businesses build better networks.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:34:20 -0500

Designed for businesses with growing network needs, ProSafe® Plus Switch(TM) series empowers non-technical users with capabilities to monitor and configure their network. There are 2 Fast Ethernet versions - 16-port, desktop FS116E and 24-port, rack-mount JFS524E - as well as one Gigabit Ethernet version, 5-port desktop GS105E. Each delivers network monitoring, cable testing, traffic prioritization, and network segmentation for enhanced troubleshooting, security, and resource allocation.

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Application Delivery Platform suits high-end data centers.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:34:20 -0500

Offering four 10 GigE ports and 12 GigE ports, Alteon 5412 delivers up to 20 Gbps of application switching throughput capacity and up to 340,000 Layer 4 transactions/sec. NEBS-ready unit offers carrier-grade reliability, custom-made hardware, dual power supply configurations, and redundant out-of-band management ports. Virtual Matrix Architecture creates virtual matrix of memory and processor resources across switch that can be used to process traffic from any port at any time.

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3G Cellular Router integrates Wi-Fi, GPS, telemetry.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:31:32 -0500

Enabling high-speed remote networking applications, Digi TransPort(TM) WR44 provides high-speed connectivity to remote devices by combining 3G cellular router, security, routing, Ethernet switch, GPS, telemetry, and Wi-Fi access point in one device. Diverse power options, multiple mounting options, local scripting, and security features provide application flexibility. Enterprise-class protocols ensure true auto sensing, auto failure, and auto recovery of any line drop.

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Managed Ethernet Switches are environmentally hardened.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:32:47 -0500

Comworx(TM) CNGE2FE24MSPoE comes with twenty-four 10/100TX ports and two 1,000 Mbps combo ports utilizing interchangeable small form factor pluggable optic devices as optical interfaces. All 24 ports support IEEE.802.3af based PoE. IGMP (Internet Group Management Protocol) snooping V1/V2 for multicast filtering and IGMP Query V1/V2 allow data to be directed to specific network addresses. Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (IEEE 802.1w) provides redundant network path, when network fails.

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WLAN Chips integrate 2-stream 802.11n designs.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:32:40 -0500

Targeting PC and broadband CPE markets, AR9287 PCIe and AR9227 PCI deliver full MIMO transmit and receive performance. Each integrates MAC/baseband and radio transceiver, 2 MIMO power amplifiers and low noise amplifiers, and transmit/receive switch, all on single chip. Suited for mid-tier notebook and netbook PCs, Model AR9287 delivers up to 300 Mbps PHY rates in both transmit and receive modes. Model AR9227 is intended for entry-level and mid-tier DSL, PON, and other broadband-enabled APs.

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Mobile WLAN Chip delivers 85 Mbps actual throughput.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:32:40 -0500

Building on ROCm® Mobile Wi-Fi and Align(TM) 1-stream 802.11n technologies, Model AR6003 achieves up to 48 Mbps TCP/IP in 2.4 GHz band in 20 MHz mode, and 85 Mbps TCI/IP in 5 GHz band in 40 MHz mode. Space Time Block Coding optimizes downlink performance to mobile device, while Low Density Parity Check encoding optimizes uplink performance of mobile clients. Employing Packet Traffic Arbitration-focused algorithms, AR6003 can examine contents of WLAN frames to prioritize Wi-Fi traffic.

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Ethernet Data Radio suits long range applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 08:39:36 -0500

Suited for applications that are too noisy or too great in distance for standard WiFi based systems, SureCross(TM) DXER9 is used to create point-to-multipoint configurations of wireless Ethernet networks with up to 16 subscriber units. Industrial-grade, 900 MHz radio offers 10+ mile line-of-sight range outdoors and wall-penetrating 1500+ ft range indoors. Support for up to 12 access points per site provides total of 192 points, and operation will not interfere with 2.4 GHz WiFi networks.

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Embedded Wireless Module aids multimedia device development.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 08:39:32 -0500

Based on Freescale i.MX51 processor, ConnectCore(TM) Wi-MX51 enables wired and Wi-Fi networking for low-power embedded applications with demanding performance requirements. Wireless-enabled, 32-bit core module supports Windows® CE 6.0 R3 and offers dual-display and multimedia capabilities. ARM® Cortex(TM)-A8 processor is available with 600 and 800 MHz speeds, and 10/100 MBit Ethernet networking and pre-certified 802.11 a/b/g/n wireless interface are standard.

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Transceiver is certified to FlexRay(TM) Standard v2.1 Rev B.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 08:33:45 -0500

Acting as interface between digital logic and copper cable transmission in automotive networks, AS8221 FlexRay Standard Transceiver is capable of transmission rates up to 10 Mbit/sec. RoHS-compliant unit provides all functions to enable integration in electronic control units powered with permanent battery voltage. While microchip is only fed by car battery, it provides wake-up functionality via network and is therefore responsible for controlling local voltage supply.

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I/O System features switchable inputs and outputs.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:43:07 -0500

Moisture- and dust-resistant, IP67-rated EP2338 EtherCAT® Box features 8 channels that can be used as inputs or outputs. Filter constant of inputs is 10 µs, while outputs, handling load currents up to 0.5 A, are short-circuit-proof and protected against inverse polarity. If channel is used as output, input is read back in parallel and can additionally be used for short-circuit analysis. Pre-assembled cables facilitate EtherCAT and signal wiring while preventing wiring faults.

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Multiservice IP Routers extend services to smaller markets.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 08:43:15 -0500

Service Router Models 7750 SR-c12 and 7750 SR-c4 give service providers alternative for offering smaller communities same quality mobile, residential, and business services delivered in larger metropolitan areas. They are powered by FP2 chipset, which delivers network processing and traffic management at speeds to 100 Gbps. In addition to multiple high-availability features, products run under Service Router Operating System and integrate 5620 Service Aware Manager.

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Network Appliance offers multiple CPU, I/O options.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 08:40:59 -0500

Supplied in 1U form factor, FWS-7150 comes in 2 models featuring either up to 2.0 GHz VIA C7(TM)/Eden(TM) CPU with 400/800 MHz FSB or 1.0 GHz onboard C7 CPU with 400 MHz FSB. There are 5 LAN ports, which consist of 5 PCI 10/100Base-TX Ethernet LAN ports - 2 of which offer bypass function. Equipped with VIA CN700 +VT8237R+ chipset, appliance offers two 240-pin DDRII 400/533 DIMM sockets that accommodate up to 2 GB max system memory. Range of I/O promotes connectivity as well as expansion.

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