Tony & Intel Investors - Intel announces a new Specification for expanding the existing AMR (Audio Modem Riser) specification into a general purpose low cost Communications and Networking Riser (CNR) specification.
"The Communication and Networking Riser (CNR) Specification is an open industry specification and defines a scalable motherboard riser card and interface that support the audio, modem, and network interfaces of core logic chipsets. "
Motorola (see article BELOW the Intel article) has announced support for the new CNR.
"Motorola Supports Intel's New Communication Networking Riser Card Specifications"
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newsalert.com
February 07, 2000 13:16
New Motherboard Riser Specification Offers Lower Cost Network, Audio and Modem Solutions for PC Manufacturers
SANTA CLARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 7, 2000--
CNR Specification Eases Integration of
Networking Capabilities for OEMs
Intel Corporation today announced a new riser card and interface specification for ATX family motherboards, intended to reduce the cost to OEMs of implementing LAN, home networking, audio and modem subsystems widely used in today's "Connected PCs" for e-home applications. The Communication and Networking Riser (CNR) Specification is an open industry specification and defines a scalable motherboard riser card and interface that support the audio, modem, and network interfaces of core logic chipsets.
"Native networking as a part of every PC is a key element of our e-home strategy," said Pat Gelsinger, vice president and general manager of Intel's Desktop Products Group. "The CNR Specification gives OEMs greater flexibility in platform design and more options in reconciling PC connectivity features with international certification processes and manufacturer-specific requirements."
In addition, the CNR Specification can minimize the potential for electrical noise interference by calling for the physical separation of noise-sensitive sound and communication systems from the motherboard.
Riser Solution Lowers Costs
The CNR Specification defines a new riser solution for ATX, microATX, and FlexATX motherboards and offers system manufacturers a lower implementation cost for network, audio and modem subsystems made possible by using industry-standard expansion slots or proprietary methods. The solution enables system manufacturers and integrators to configure a number of acceleration options through the baseline CNR interface.
The specification provides interfaces to support multichannel audio, V.90 analog modem, telephone line-based home networking, and 10/100 Ethernet-based networking, as well as expandability for future technologies. The specification defines the CNR architecture for both standard and low-profile risers and includes electrical, mechanical, and thermal requirements of the riser interface. CNR solutions are intended for implementation by manufacturers prior to system shipment. For more information, visit developer.intel.com. To download the CNR Specification, go to developer.intel.com.
Intel, the world's largest chip maker, is also a leading manufacturer of computer, networking, and communications products. Additional information about Intel is available at www.intel.com/pressroom.
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Lisa Lipson, 978/568-4352
lisa.lipson@intel.com
or
McLaren Harris, 978/568-6015
mclarenx.harris@intel.com
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newsalert.com
February 07, 2000 13:30
Motorola Supports Intel's New Communication Networking Riser Card Specifications
Motorola Soft-Modem Expertise Helps Intel Launch Communications Networking Platform Architecture
AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 7 /PRNewswire/ -- Motorola (NYSE: MOT) today announced support for Intel Corp.'s new Communication Networking Riser (CNR) card definition for desktop PC platforms. Motorola's advanced software communication solutions now can be integrated onto motherboards based on the new CNR hardware specifications to provide richer communication functions. Motorola will exhibit its CNR solutions at the Intel Developer's Forum, February 14-17, 2000, in Palm Springs, Calif., at booth #221.
Offering PC OEMs advanced audio and communications functionality at cost-effective prices, the CNR expands on Intel's AMR (audio/modem riser) card specifications. A contributor to the AMR validation effort for integrated AC-Link modems, Motorola continues to work with Intel on CNR, using its soft-modems to drive CNR platform acceptance. The CNR defines support for communication combination cards based on technologies such as V.90 modems, home PNA, Ethernet LANs and broadband DSL modems. The CNR is also fully compliant with Windows(R) Plug-and-Play specifications and is designed to share, rather than replace, a PCI slot to allow for CNR/PCI configuration flexibility.
"Motorola is committed to advancing software communications technology and Intel's new riser card initiative is a welcome move forward in addressing issues of cost, installation, small-form factor and configuration flexibility," said Mike Tramontano, marketing director of Motorola's Software Products Division. "The bottom line for CNR is that both PC OEMs and end users alike will leverage the value of software-based communications technology to add richer functionality and lower systems costs."
"Intel and Motorola worked to bring soft modems to the PC platform, and have recently seen modem-on-motherboard designs being adopted by top-tier PC OEMs. We are pleased that Motorola has chosen to work with Intel to support CNR validation efforts," said Tom Matson, director of marketing for Intel's OEM Platform Solutions Division. "The design flexibility made possible by the new CNR Specification easily accommodates the advanced capability found in solutions like Motorola's communications products."
About Motorola
Motorola's Software Products Division (SPD) is a leading supplier of software-based modems for today's cutting-edge personal computers. Combining software and processing power, Motorola delivers low-cost modem connectivity for desktop and notebook PCs that address issues of cost, quality and upgradeability for PC manufacturers.
As the world's #1 producer of embedded processors, Motorola Semiconductor Products Sector offers multiple DigitalDNA(TM) solutions to enable customers in the consumer, networking and computing, transportation and wireless-communications markets to create new business opportunities. Motorola's worldwide semiconductor sales were $7.4 billion (USD) in 1999. motorola.com
Motorola Inc. (NYSE: MOT) is a global leader in providing integrated communications solutions and embedded electronic solutions. Sales in 1999 were $30.9 billion (USD). motorola.com
Motorola and DigitalDNA are registered trademarks of Motorola Inc. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
Reader Contact: Mike Tramontano of Motorola Software Products Division, 508-261-5778, michael.tramontano@motorola.com
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