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To: Atin who wrote (22285)	11/26/1997 8:28:00 PM
From: Secret_Agent_Man	Respond to of 41046

Atin, thanks that helps quite a bit. Now then we are at least 2 generations behind in board densities? Could the *Right* manufacturing partner speed up this process, i.e. bring the density up and the port capability as well? Just thinking outloud. Or is there a "lock" on that technology? Of course not but, how long could or would it take? 6 mos? If FTEL really wanted to go after that market? I agree, they may be as you say, a niche player with the Gateway. Remember: The *Tempest* is only a fraction of the FTEL picture. bg

To: Atin who wrote (22285)	11/26/1997 10:40:00 PM
From: Stephen B. Temple	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 41046

Atin: Researching a few basic notes, and definitely not to the scale you can. I have a few of my own to share in regards to Franklin. You stated: They also have to have a datacom card to connect to the IP side. This card is connected to the DSP cards by some proprietary method that I haven't been able to find out but my guess is that it is some sort of optical interface. Its my understanding that the Digital Signal Processor (DSP), voice compression subsystem, Ethernet interface ARE a Franklin product. These area's from my understanding, is what makes the Tempest work as well as it does. Also, you may not be aware of it, but its my understanding that Franklin no longer uses NMSS for their boards. I was told my a reliable source that the quality that Franklin needs is not being met by NMSS and are sourcing from within. Now that said, I have no idea on what quality for which part is being referred too. It may be a conflict with interfacing, it may not be but that is my understanding. This may have happened just a few weeks ago, I don't have any knowledge of that. Now, I have a few questions on the reliability of these products. NMSS FTEL and the rest. Whats the chance of these DVG's breaking down from the time there sent out within the next 5 year period? And if there is a chance, what would the price be worth to have 4 sets giving 96 ports total. If the one 96 port breaks down, wouldn't that put you into a real bind when all you would need to do is unplug one, keep three running? Maybe I'm missing something. What I said about the NMSS card not being used by Franklin, was not meant to cut down NMSS. It may be just like I said, the interfacing may not be compatible. footnote: Everything that goes into the Tempest is being made by Franklin, thats the word I received before leaving last week. Also, for those interested in tidbits, IDT sets up their own billing for whoever wants on their Network. I was told that some of IDT's prospects have come over to Franklin because of now being constrained in this manner. That's the just of it without particulars. Temp'

To: Atin who wrote (22285)	11/27/1997 12:11:00 AM
From: Doug Best	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 41046

Atin: If I remember correctly, you have already stated the same arguement that you are giving in this post,previously. First, I must say that I am no engineer, so I look at this whole arguement from a common sense approach. In your comments, you make it sound like Franklin's Tempest is an inferior product just because they use more boards to accomplish basically the same task. You stated that most industrial chassis have about 16 slots which gives you 3 to 4 Ts. My response is.... Who cares? What I care about is the voice quality of the Tempest. If you read the news release yesterday, as well as some of the other news releases and personal testamonials from people that have used the product, it seems as if Franklin's Tempest is definitely at the tops in comparison to the competition. The point that you may be missing is that the superior voice quality as well as some of the rich features lies somewhere in their configuration of the boards. So, if I want to connect more Ts, I buy another Tempest. I have heard it is priced below the competition in price per port, so what difference does this whole arguement make? In my eyes, NONE. Franklin seems to be the leader in quality and price, I really don't care about the guts of the Tempest....voice quality, ease of use, features and price are the attributes I would care about if I were a customer. Unless you can tell me otherwise, it seems as if Franklin's Tempest beats the competition HANDS DOWN. You might want to reread the news release from yesterday.

To: Atin who wrote (22285)	11/27/1997 10:22:00 PM
From: David Hurd	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 41046

Atin, I think if you talk to the right person at your employer(or Franklin), you will find that FTEL was using the NMSS board in the DVG, but chose to develop their own for various reasons. Mostly because of increased compatability as far as I remember???? Anyway, early competitors in new market technologies(such as IT) benifit from high margins, and therefore can configure their boxes anyway they please and still continue to sell(considering it is of good quaality) the product like "hot cakes." My case being that while Franklin may purchase a chassis from a vendor for $30, they can easily mark it up to $1000. Less ports per dvg, equals more dvgs needed, equals more chassis, and more profits in the pockets of Franklin. Don't know if this is the case, but I have seen it happen many times before. Obviously their is drawbacks to this(missing the boat when the competition get hot and heavy), but also I do not buy the fact Franklin has overlooked this problem/aspect of the market. BTW, I suggest if you would like to learn a little more about the franklin dvg, check out the nov and dec issues of Internet Telephony Magazine. Great magazine!! Check out the bells and whistles that that franklin dvg offers as opposed to the competitions. Also, what is you opinion about the bells and whistles these companies offer?? (ie: quality, revenue potential, and reliability) DH