SMC Ships Low-Cost, High-Performance Gigabit Ethernet Adapters

Gigabit connections all the way to the desktop are now a practical reality

IRVINE, CA (PRWEB) August 16, 2003 -- SMC® Networks (www.smc.com) leading provider of networking solutions for the Enterprise, the SMB and all the way home, today announced that it has begun shipping its newest 'Gigabit to the Desktop product, the EZ Card 1000 (SMC9452TX) 32-bit Gigabit Ethernet PCI network card.

Joining two EZ Switch 10/100/1000 Gigabit switches that began shipping earlier this week, they bring affordable Gigabit connections all the way to the desktop in any business environment-from SOHO to the enterprise. Available now, The EZ Card 1000 has an MSRP of $29.99. The five and eight port EZ Switch 10/100/1000 switches carry MSRPs of $129.99 and $179.99 respectively.

An efficient, high-performance, cost-effective 32-bit PCI network adapter, the EZ Card 1000 provides an excellent solution for applications that require high-speed, highly-reliable network connectivity. Offering connectivity at 10Mbps, 100Mbps and 1000Mbps, the EZ Card 1000 (SMC9452TX) supports full duplex to maximize the networks potential speed while accommodating the existing infrastructure. Incorporating Marvell®s Yukon Gigabit Ethernet Controllers, the new EZ Card 1000 copper Gigabit Ethernet adapter (SMC9452TX) not only improves throughput all the way to the desktop, but also makes network management easier to handle.

That is thanks to Marvells Virtual Cable Tester (VCT) technology that helps IT managers identify cabling issues with pinpoint accuracy, reducing expenditures on installation and maintenance, and stress on staff. Fully compliant with IEEE standards and energy-efficient, the SMC9452TX is the perfect solution for delivering high throughput with minimal strain on the CPU. Advanced feature like TCP and UDP Checksum, Flow Control, Jumbo Frame support, and 802.1p ensure data integrity, even under heavy loading.

Those features, combined with a management toolset that includes the Virtual Cable Tester (VCT) for advanced cable diagnostics and Wake-On-LAN make the EZ Card 1000 an ideal choice for bringing Gigabit connectivity to todays high-performance desktops.

SMC chose our Yukon family of products for the new EZ Card 1000 because of their commitment to making networks easier to maintain, faster and more efficient," stated David Young, Marvells General Manager for the Connectivity Business Unit. The Yukon Communication Controllers brings to the EZ Card 1000 Virtual Cable Tester technology, and the industrys most comprehensive set of drivers for seamless deployment and ease of maintenance in an efficient, small form factor."

We are committed to breaking down barriers to better networks, and bringing Gigabit to the desktop is a critical accomplishment," said Sean Keohane, SMC Networks CEO. Well continue to push the limits to deliver best-of-class technology."

The new EZ Card 1000 32-bit Gigabit Ethernet PCI card (SMC9452TX) is available now, through select integrators and retailers.

About SMC Networks
A leading provider of networking solutions for the Enterprise, the SMB and all the way home, SMC puts its more than 30 years experience to work for every product and solution the company produces. Leveraging strong industry relationships in combination with experienced and talented in-house design and engineering, SMC continues to bring to market a host of affordable, high-performance products.

Headquartered in Irvine, California, U.S.A, SMC Networks supports its worldwide market through regional offices located throughout the United States and 20 other countries. For more information about SMC Networks or its products, visit www.smc.com, or call 800-SMC-4You (800-762-4968).

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