Radim - (OT??) Regarding Siemens - is this what you are talking about? They had three press releases this morning.
Siemens Introduces Voice/Data Networking Solutions That Empower Workers to Exchange Information Easily and Affordably
ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 21, 1998--Siemens Information and Communication Networks announced the availability of the HiNet(TM) RC 3000 real-time communications system that converges data, voice and multimedia on an existing LAN network at Networld+Interop today. This system leverages all the capabilities of a standard telephone system including hold, call forwarding, and transferring.
Siemens also unveiled a new release of software that significantly enhances the teleworking capabilities of the Hicom 300 E series of communications servers. Other demonstrations at the show included IP video teleconferencing, telephony, mobility solutions, and teleworking applications that focus on bringing knowledge to today's mobile workforce.
The convergence of networks, terminals and services in communications saves customers money by combining all voice and data capabilities into one network. With products like the HiNet RC 3000, customers can also benefit from the increased productivity that their workers experience though more efficient communication. For example, voice calls can be automatically forwarded based on calendar applications.
"We are pleased to announce the availability of HiNet RC3000," said George Nolen, president, Enterprise Network Division, Siemens Information and Communication Networks. "Siemens is driving the voice/data convergence market with a product that really adds value to our customers' networks."
The HiNet RC 3000 real-time communications system enables customers to utilize one networking infrastructure for data, voice and video applications over existing data networking infrastructures such as Ethernet/Fast Ethernet. The product provides feature enhancement to readily available applications such as MS NetMeeting.
An open architecture and modular approach enable Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) and other vendors to add application modules. Additionally, the application-programming interface (API) enables the full integration of the HiNet RC 3000 feature set into existing business applications. Regardless of the application in use, activating communication is as simple as a mouse click.
The HiNet RC 3000 features a web-based system management user interface and consists of an open Windows-based platform and add-on modules. The Java-based software within the system can be used in all real-time capable IP networks and enables multimedia communication with Quality of Service for voice and video connections and makes it easy for service providers and users to develop customized solutions to their own unique business requirements.
"The HiNet RC 3000 brings users a new ease of communication made possible by real-time collaboration and workflow applications over the LAN," said Hans Schwarz, vice-president and general manager, IP/Data Networking Division, Enterprise Networks, Siemens Information and Communication Networks.
Today's Hicom 300 E V6.5 software introduction supports Siemens Optiset(R) E telephones and Siemens ComManager(TM) 3.0 at remote teleworking locations with all the Hicom features and services of an Optiset phone. It also provides transparent single number access, enabling a teleworker to be reached with one number regardless of location.
Siemens also demonstrated its Hicom(R) Xpress Telephony Server, Release 2, that enables the transport of high-quality voice and real-time fax over a corporate IP network. The Hicom Xpress Telephony Internet Server Release 2 now features CorNet(R) private networking protocol with Q.sig support, SNMP, quad T1s, H.323 compliance, and redundant disk drives.
The support of CorNet and Q.sig is used to preserve telephony features offered on Siemens' communication servers for calls routed over the IP network. Thus, in a networked PBX environment, users enjoy the same single system image they are accustomed to as when connected via the traditional T1 or PRI lines.
For additional press information please visit icn.siemens.com
About Siemens Information and Communication Networks
Siemens Information and Communication Networks is a leading provider of information and telecommunications solutions to public network service providers and enterprise customers in North America. The company is a subsidiary of Siemens AG, a global business with $64 billion in sales in the fiscal year ended September 1997. Home page: icn.siemens.com.
CorNet, Hicom and HiNet are registered trademarks of Siemens AG. All other trademarks mentioned herein are the property of their respective owners.
CONTACT:
Siemens Information and Communication Networks
Booth No. 4207
Celine Hundt, Tel:408-492-2190
celine.hundt@icn.siemens.com |
