SMCs New Wireless Print Servers Enhance Network Flexibility

Two new EZ Connect 2.4GHz 11Mbps Wireless Print Servers—one for USB printer connection, one for parallel printer connection—make printer placement easy with both wired and wireless network connectivity

IRVINE, CA – December 22, 2003 – SMC Networks (www.smc.com), leading provider of networking solutions for the Enterprise, the SMB and all the way home, introduces two new network print servers that increase network flexibility: EZ Connect 2.4GHz 11Mbps Wireless Parallel Print Server (SMC2621W-P) and the EZ Connect 2.4GHz 11Mbps Wireless USB Print Server (SMC2621W-U). Available now, they carry MSRPs of $129.99.

SMCs new EZ Connect Wireless Print Servers bring versatility and convenience for printer connection. With both a built-in Ethernet port and 11Mbps 802.11b wireless client on board, SMCs new Wireless Print Servers allow access to a printer through a regular wired Ethernet LAN connection or by 802.11b Wireless LAN connection. Used as a wireless enabled print server, it supports both Ad-Hoc mode (point-to-point wireless networks) and Infrastructure mode (via an existing Wireless access point). The SMC2621W-P then provides connectivity to parallel printing devices; the SMC2621W-U, to USB printing devices.

An ideal network printing solution for all consumers, home offices, classrooms or other businesses that require printer sharing, these new print servers are as easy to install and use as they are flexible. The included EZ Installation and Setup Wizard makes adding printers or plotters to the network is as easy as 1-2-3. Ongoing management is easy, too, with an easy to use Web-based interface and a variety of remote management utilities are included. Compatible with virtually all Parallel printers and major networking operating systems, the new EZ Connect Wireless Print Servers not only make placement easier, but increase performance, too.

The EZ Connect 2.4GHz 11Mbps Wireless Parallel Print Server (SMC2621W-P) and the EZ Connect 2.4GHz 11Mbps Wireless USB Print Server (SMC2621W-U) are available now, at MSRPs of $129.99 each.

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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