GNRD General Data Comm Industries Inc (CE)

General DataComm, Inc. (GNRD) announces the addition of SpectraComm IP G.SHDSL (SCIP G.s) to its flagship NEBS Level 3 certified SpectraComm product line. "SpectraComm IP G.s allows service providers to support LAN-based applications using Ethernet far beyond the typical 100-meter (328 feet) distance limitation. By extending the LAN over longer distances, the network architecture can be simplified, the need for expensive routers eliminated, and increased revenues can be realized," said George Gray, chief technology officer, General DataComm. "For applications in external environments the SpectraComm IP unit supports operation at extended temperature ranges from -40 degrees C to +70 degrees C." Extended Reach - Without Repeaters GDC's SpectraComm IP G.s allows service providers to operate over an extended range and increase their data rate without the need for repeaters. SCIP G.s can operate as high as 4.6 Mbps over a distance of 11,500 feet (3,505 meters) utilizing 2 loops, and 2.3 Mbps using a single loop. At lower rates, distances up to 20,000 feet (6,096 meters) are obtainable. GDC's SpectraComm IP G.s provides secure and stable connectivity in central and remote office applications that manage remote equipment, via LAN connections or, in the case of legacy equipment, via craft ports. Increased Revenue Opportunities - First Mile Symmetrical Ethernet Deployment SCIP G.s delivers a reliable Ethernet extension solution for use in first mile, symmetrical, Ethernet deployments. Service Providers have an opportunity to quickly increase revenues by offering new, managed Business DSL Services to small-to-medium enterprise customers at speeds up to 9.2 Mbps using 2 loops. Each SCIP G.s unit comes equipped with two 10/100 Base-T ports and eight terminal server ports for connection to customer equipment, and is fully managed. For applications that require scalable Ethernet connections, the SpectraComm Ethernet Switch, (SCES) companion product can be deployed in 9- or 18-port increments. This approach allows the delivery of new DSL services at minimal service provider expense. Redundant, Reliable and Secure SCIP G.s provides standards-based redundancy for Ethernet over the WAN. Using Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), automated switching redirects LAN traffic between primary and secondary circuit paths in the event of a network or link failure. Spanning Tree Protocol also eliminates network loops, which can cause network outages. This self-healing, or Safe LAN-X, capability guarantees minimum downtime and maximum reliability. In disaster recovery applications, G.s circuits and their LAN traffic can be automatically switched to alternate paths, minimizing costly disruptions of service. SCIP G.s can also be equipped with an optional V.34-compatible integral modem for use as a backup management path. SCIP G.s supports TACACS+ authentication and GDC's Irongate Security to protect the network at each individual Ethernet port. Flexible Packaging SCIP G.s is well suited for flexible, reliable and secure deployment anywhere in the service provider's network. SCIP G.s installs easily in GDC's high-density 16-slot SC 5000 shelf, or 2-slot SC 2000 shelf. For standalone CPE applications, SCIP G.s installs just as easily in SC1001 enclosures. Robust Network Management Designed with Carrier in mind, service provider craft personnel will appreciate the comprehensive yet simplified tools for local or remote troubleshooting, diagnostics and management. This includes GDC's Smart Command Line Interface (Smart CLI) with user friendly features like auto-prompting for command arguments, recognition of abbreviated commands, online help, command line recall and an advanced utility for generating downloadable ASCII configurations files. SCIP G.s also provides internet-ready management support (HTML). An embedded web server agent allows popular browsers to access the SCIP G.s. A web-based CLI interface is supported, with access secured by TACACS+ or a multi-level user name and password login. In addition SCIP G.s is manageable via HP OpenView(R), Telnet and SNMP. Available now, SpectraComm IP G.s is another example of GDC's commitment to develop products and solutions based on application requirements of our service provider, retail and enterprise customers. About General DataComm Headquartered in Naugatuck, CT, General DataComm, Inc., is a world class, quality-driven company that delivers networking services and an array of access communications products that allow customers to bridge technologies, maximize their investments in existing voice and data networks, and transition to the newest network architectures in NEBS-compliant, government and enterprise environments. For more information, log on to: www.gdc.com.