To: mahler_one who wrote (40702 ) 1/21/2003 10:15:57 AM From: Greg h2o Read Replies (2) | Respond to of 42804 i've copied and pasted the info from the link. a couple of the statements give a little idea of how the OA fso products are doing...but i agree that there needs to be more of a concerted effort to provide this info (not through VAR websites, but through press releases): Optical Access is the San Diego/Jerusalem based Free Space Optics Division of MRV Communications. As an operating unit of a billion dollar parent Company OA has the largest installed base (over 5000 links) in the world #1 selling FSO link model in the world (P.A.L. series) Largest overall line-up of both Free Space Optics solutions (TereScope products) and companion switching and routing products (OptiSwitch products) in the world. This allows MRV's solutions to be easily mapped to your specific connectivity needs for optimal ROI. And System Support Solutions, Inc. as MRV's largest Central US partner, is here to serve you as an end user with design, installation and support of FSO solutions. If you are an integrator, we can provide you with installation training, product selection, and wholesale purchase. Operating an enterprise network is never easy. Daily challenges can include: Connecting 2 or more buildings with high-speed access Maintaining very high network security Easily managing your network despite its layers of complexity (protocol independence is a big help) Finding new and innovative ways to expand your network Allocating and prioritizing bandwidth by department Keeping costs down (as low as 1$/T1/month!) MRV offers solutions that help you to meet these daily challenges. From the TereScope line of Free Space Optical Links to the OptiSwitch line of intelligent switches and routers to MegaVision management software and other accessory products, MRV products give you the flexibility and efficiency you need to manage your network. Furthermore, MRV systems allow you to quickly see a return on your initial investment, especially when you need to expand your network to meet your company's growing infrastructure needs.