Netopia Internet Router With SDSL Selected by Concentric Network for Its
Business Class DSL Subscribers Cost-Effective 'Always On' Internet Access
Solution Ideal for Businesses <>
August 6, 1998
CUPERTINO, Calif., Aug. 5 /PRNewswire/ via NewsEdge Corporation -- Netopia, Inc.
(Nasdaq: NTPA) announced today that Concentric Network Corporation (Nasdaq:
CNCX), a leader in value-added IP network services, has selected the Netopia Router
with SDSL for its business class DSL service offerings. Together with Netopia,
Concentric will provide fast, cost-effective and permanent Internet connections for
small and medium businesses, telecommuters and individuals.
"We are excited to provide our customers with the benefits of a fast, dedicated
Internet connection through the Netopia Router with SDSL," said Mike Sharman,
director of access services at Concentric Network Corporation. "With this dedicated
multi-speed Internet connection, everything necessary for business communication
via the Internet will be ready all the time."
Ideal for small and medium-sized offices, the Netopia Router with SDSL offers
symmetric bandwidth at speeds ranging from 160 Kbps to 1.568 Mbps over ordinary
copper telephone lines to give a business a shared, simultaneous connection to the
Internet. Providing users with high-speed "always on" Internet connectivity, the
SDSL Router is easy to install and manage, even by companies that don't have a MIS
department.
"Concentric's IP network service bundled with the Netopia Router with SDSL is the
perfect solution for small and medium size businesses, telecommuters, or individuals
that require cost-effective dedicated Internet connectivity," said Michael Trupiano,
vice president and general manager of Internet Connectivity Solutions of Netopia,
Inc. "Together we can provide small businesses with the quality and reliability of
Internet access needed in today's fast paced and highly competitive world."
The Netopia Router with SDSL
The Netopia Router with SDSL is a seven-speed; all digital, high performance router
that allows the user to select a connection anywhere from 160 Kbps to 1.568 Mbps,
providing the user the flexibility to increase DSL speeds instantly as needs change.
The Netopia Router with SDSL is a true "No User Configuration Required" solution.
Simply connect the router to the SDSL line and power-up. Netopia's SmartIP, a
combination of Network Address Translation (NAT) and Dynamic Host
Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server, allows the router to be automatically
configured without ever entering an IP address.
"With its 8-port hub, it was easy to integrate the Netopia into my existing network of
users," said Boyan Biandov, senior network engineer of Uptime Resources. "The
menu-based configuration made the router so easy to configure, I'll recommend it to
all my customers."
All of Netopia's Internet connectivity solutions are supported by Netopia's Up &
Running, Guaranteed! optional service program. This innovative program virtually
eliminates time spent ordering services and configuring equipment. Up & Running,
Guaranteed! simplifies all provisional steps for users, including the setup and
installation of telecommunication services, coordination of an account with a Netopia
Inside Track ISP Partner, support for LAN integration and remote configuration of the
router.
Pricing and Availability
Concentric Network service bundled with Netopia's SDSL Internet Connectivity
solutions is available today, starting at $149 a month, including all circuit and Internet
charges. Those interested can call 888-493-6236 for more information.
About Netopia, Inc.
Founded in 1986, Netopia, Inc. develops, markets and supports Internet products and
services that deliver "What the Internet Experience Should Be." Netopia's solutions
include real-time Internet/Intranet collaboration software and complete, easy-to-use
Internet connectivity solutions. The Company's products are designed to increase the
productivity and efficiency of Internet and Intranet users that may not have access to
sophisticated technical support. Further information can be obtained via phone
510-814-5000, fax 510-814-5023 or Internet www.netopia.com.
About Concentric Network Corporation
A leader in IP network innovation, Concentric Network Corporation provides wide
area intranets, extranets and application hosting solutions for the enterprise. These
high performance, secure, cost-effective and reliable IP-based network services
connect enterprises with their remote sites, mobile users, business partners and
customers. For individuals and small to medium size businesses, Concentric Network
also offers a complete line of access and hosting products. The Concentric network
architecture is based on "super" points of presence (SuperPOPs), an advanced ATM
backbone, and distributed data and hosting centers which enable high functionality,
low/fixed latency, high throughput and superior reliability to support a wide range of
applications. The Concentric network covers North America, South America, Europe
and the Pacific Rim. Traded on Nasdaq under the symbol "CNCX," Concentric
Network is headquartered in Cupertino, Calif. For more information, access the
company's Web site at concentric.net.
Portions of this release contain forward-looking statements. Netopia, Inc.'s actual
results could differ materially from the results discussed in this release. Investors are
cautioned that all forward-looking statements involve numerous risks and
uncertainties, including but not limited to product development, product acceptance
and general economic conditions. A complete description of Netopia, Inc., including
related risk factors is discussed in Netopia, Inc.'s public filings with the United States
Securities and Exchange Commission which are available by calling Netopia at
510-814-5260 or online at www.sec.gov.
NOTE: The Netopia logo design and Netopia are registered trademarks and " What
the Internet Experience Should Be," are trademarks of Netopia, Inc. All other
trademarks are the property of their respective holders.
SOURCE Netopia, Inc.
/CONTACT: Gwen Murphy, 510-814-5307, or gwenm@netopia.com, or
Kim Ellermeier, 510-814-5391, or kime@netopia.com, both of Netopia, Inc.; or
Katie Greene of Concentric Network Corporation, 408-342-2885, or
kgreene@concentric.com/
/Web site: concentric.net
/Web site: netopia.com
(NTPA CNCX)
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