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M2 PRESSWIRE-8 December 1997-3COM: 3Com rated number one in leading test for remote access systems (C)1994-97 M2 COMMUNICATIONS LTD
3Com Corporation (Nasdaq: COMS) announced that an InternetWeek magazine review of high speed access systems named 3Com's Total Control remote access concentrator the winner over other vendors, including Ariel Corp., Ascend Communications and Multi-Tech Systems. InternetWeek magazine, in its November 3rd issue, confirmed 3Com's strong leadership position in the remote access market by giving the Total Control system its overall top grade.
The Total Control system had the best overall performance and met or exceeded all of InternetWeek's other criteria, according to the editors. "We found 3Com's x2 technology quite adept at handling our test files and line noise. And with one of the largest installed bases in the world, the x2 technology's instant compatibility with millions of U.S. Robotics modems is guaranteed." Additionally, compatibility with 3Com Megahertz PC Card x2 modems also is assured.
In addition, InternetWeek editors wrote: "3Com was the first vendor to ship an end-to-end 56K solution and it shows - the Total Control system put in the most consistent performance scores of the bunch." They described the longer availability of x2 technology over K56flex as making a difference.
"-(Total Control) proved it has the greatest noise-handling capability by posting the best scores when we introduced line noise. It also clocked in with the fastest clean-line connection speed at 50.66 Kbps."
Furthermore, InternetWeek recommended to its readers that when users start implementing remote access servers in corporate environments, they need high port counts and fault tolerance, as well as rock-solid performance. "You get all that and more with 3Com's Total Control remote access concentrator."
As a key part of the InternetWeek test, the servers in the review were required to handle at least 24 56 Kbps modem sessions and have an integrated T1 and channel service unit/data service unit (CSU/DSU). Other significant requirements include remote management, monitoring and configuration for all ports.
The Total Control remote access concentrator is a flexible, universal service platform that can support a wide range of services. It is designed for carriers, ISPs and corporate enterprises that need to support a very large number of remote users or Internet subscribers. With its HiPer DSP technology, the Total Control platform offers one of the highest densities in the market. Additionally, the platform is fully software upgradable. Besides its high density, the Total Control platform also supports a wide range of existing and new applications including Internet and remote access, full routing support, voice over IP (VOIP), multimedia and virtual private networking (VPN). Nine of the 10 largest ISPs and online services have standardized on the Total Control platform.
"3Com Corporation is committed to providing leading edge solutions for our carrier customers," said Ross Manire, senior vice president, 3Com Carrier Systems. "Towards this end, the Total Control platform incorporates all the key attributes required for large scale, flexible deployment that maximizes our customers' investment today and protects it for the future."
Today, more than 1,200 Internet Service Providers have deployed x2 technology in more than 11,000 cities worldwide. Total Control system users were able to easily upgrade their networks to x2 technology through a simple software download and beat to market their 56 Kbps technology competitors who use third party hardware-based chipsets instead of 3Com's x2 technology.
About 3Com
3Com Corporation enables individuals and organizations worldwide to communicate and share information and resources at anytime from anywhere. As one of the world's preeminent suppliers of data, voice and video communications technology, 3Com has delivered networking solutions to more than 100 million customers worldwide. With global reach and local touch, the company provides enterprises, network service providers and carriers, small businesses and consumers with comprehensive, innovative information access products and system solutions for building intelligent, reliable and high performance local and wide area networks. 3Com has worldwide revenues of approximately $6.0 billion and employs about 13,200 employees in 45 countries.
For further information, visit 3Com's World Wide Web site at 3com.com , or the press site at 3com.com .
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