Expert in quality, support and cost - engineering makes Gigabit Ethernet work for more of today’s networks by easing distance limitations

Bothell, WA, June 5, 2000 - Allied Telesyn International (www.alliedtelesyn.com), a worldwide leader in simplifying networking for businesses of all sizes and the market-leading supplier of media conversion technology, announced today the release of a new Gigabit Ethernet Multi-mode Extender that helps network managers overcome cable length limitations in Gigabit Ethernet networks, using multi-mode fiber cabling.

Consistent with Allied Telesyn’s commitment to making Gigabit Ethernet technology more feasible for today’s busy but large networks, the new AT-EX1001SC/GM1 Gigabit Ethernet multi-mode extender overcomes the biggest objection that companies have to Gigabit – impractical distance limitations. The AT-EX1001SC/GM1 delivers Gigabit Ethernet connectivity in compliance with IEEE 802.3z to provide a clean and efficient way to facilitate long-distance Gigabit network segments up to a distance of 2km with multi-mode fiber. Legacy FDDI networks can also be upgraded easily and cost-effectively, without the need to install expensive single-mode fiber cable and interfaces.

Interoperable with all standard Gigabit Ethernet equipment, the AT-EX1001SC/GM1 can be connected to any Gigabit Ethernet switch, router, hub or network adapter. With no management software to install and no complicated options to configure, the standalone AT-EX1001SC/GM1 Gigabit Ethernet Multi-mode Extender delivers the bandwidth of Gigabit to speed-up network performance while preserving ease of use and plug and play installation. The AT-EX1001SC/GM1 has free technical support.