Xircom Ships RealPortT CardBus Ethernet 10/100+Modem 56
Revolutionary 32-bit solution with built-in connectors incorporates highest
performing notebook communication technologies available
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif., September 8, 1998 - Xircom, Inc. (Nasdaq: XIRC),
the world leader in connectivity solutions for mobile computing professionals, is
now shipping the RealPort CardBus Ethernet 10/100+Modem 56 with built-in
connectors. For corporate power users who need the highest performance in
notebook communications both in and out of the office, Xircom's newest
RealPort Integrated PC Card is a 32-bit solution combining 10/100Mbps
Ethernet and 56K GlobalACCESST modem functionality in a single device. This
is the latest addition in a series of revolutionary RealPort Integrated PC Cards
planned by the company through October.
RealPort CardBus Ethernet 10/100 + Modem 56
Xircom's RealPort CardBus Ethernet 10/100+Modem 56 is a versatile,
high-performance 32-bit solution for mobile professionals. It combines 10/100
Ethernet, high-speed 56K modem and telephone handset pass-thru connections
in a single solution. The adapter's 32-bit bus-mastering architecture enables
users to take full advantage of 100Mbps Fast Ethernet networks. It offers
Ethernet throughput of up to 80Mbps-400 percent (or four times) faster than
16-bit 10/100 adapters. This full-featured Integrated PC Card offers
GlobalACCESST modem capabilities for easy connections worldwide, including
CountrySelectT software and extensive international approvals. Wireless data
support for GSM and AMPS cellular networks enable users to access
information anytime, anywhere. BatterySaveT advanced power management,
3.3-volt operation, MAGIC PACKETT WAKE-UP technology, Wake-on-LAN and
ACPI specifications provide power-saving enhancements that increase notebook
battery life. Xircom also offers a Type II version, the CardBus Ethernet 10/100
+Modem 56.
Key Features and Benefits
The new RealPort CardBus Ethernet 10/100+Modem 56 provides notebook PC
users with the ultimate in robustness, reliability and compatibility worldwide.
Features and benefits include:
Robust Integrated Connectors
Integrated LAN, modem and phone pass-through connectors (For
connector stress test results, visit the Xircom web site at
www.xircom.com/robust)
Uses standard RJ-45 and RJ-11 cords
Easy to Use
LAN and Modem LEDs provide at-a-glance status information
Auto-negotiates 10 or 100Mbps network speeds (N-Way)
Supports wide range of network operating systems including Windows
95/98 and Windows NT
Forward and backward driver compatibility with CardBus Ethernet
10/100+Modem 56
Telephone handset pass-thru allows users to receive incoming telephone
calls without disconnecting the modem cable
Digital ShieldT line protection safeguards the modem from high-current
digital phone lines
High Performance
32-bit bus-mastering increases data transfer speeds
Connects notebooks to 10Mbps and 100Mbps Ethernet networks
Offers Ethernet throughput of up to 80Mbps-400 percent faster than
16-bit 10/100 adapters
Advanced Look-Ahead Pipelining increases Ethernet throughput up to 60
percent
High-speed 56Kbps* modem capabilities
Anytime, Anywhere Use
GlobalACCESS features including CountrySelect software and extensive
country approvals ensure reliable, easy connections worldwide
Wireless data support for GSM 900, DCS 1800/PCS 1900 and AMPS
cellular networks
Longer Battery Life
BatterySave advanced power management powers down adapter into
low-power sleep mode when not connected to a network for longer battery
life
3.3-volt operation and support for MAGIC PACKET WAKE-UP
technology, Wake-on-LAN, and ACPI power management technologies
Investment protection
Flash upgradable to 56K ITU standard (V.90) at no charge
Revolutionary RealPort Integrated PC Cards
Xircom's patented RealPort Integrated PC Cards feature an innovative built-in
connector system that eliminates external cables and solves the number one
problem facing today's mobile computer user - broken, lost or forgotten cables
and broken pop-out jacks. Eliminating proprietary PC Card cables lowers total
cost of ownership (TCO) for IS professionals by reducing support calls, costly
cable replacements, and expensive user downtime. More details on cost savings
may be found in the RealPort Integrated PC Card White Paper found on the
Xircom web site at www.xircom.com/rpwp.
Pricing and Availability
The Xircom RealPort CardBus Ethernet 10/100+Modem 56 may be purchased
for US$399 (SRP). The Type II CardBus Ethernet 10/100+Modem 56 may be
purchased for US$349. The products are available in single units and
multi-packs of 5, 20 or 100 units through Xircom's worldwide network of
distributors, value-added resellers (VARs) and system integrators in the U.S.,
Canada, Latin America, Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific and non-EU countries
in Europe. They will be available in the UK in mid-September and all other
EU-countries, Switzerland and Norway at the end of September. For more
information on the RealPort CardBus Ethernet 10/100+Modem 56 and CardBus
Ethernet 10/100+Modem 56, please visit the Xircom web site at
www.xircom.com/rbem100 and www.xircom.com/cbem100, respectively.
Additional information on CardBus technology may be found at
www.xircom.com/cardbus.
About Xircom
Xircom is the leading manufacturer of Integrated PC Card, PC Card and CardBus
communications products for connecting mobile and remote portable computer
users to corporate networks, the Internet and other online services from a wide
variety of locations. More information about Xircom products may be found at
www.xircom.com.
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Press contacts:
Bethany Burnam
Xircom, Inc.
bethany_burnam@xircom.com
805-376-6813
Xircom Europe:
Carina Govaert
carina_govaert@xircom.com
+32 3 450 0904
Xircom Asia-Pacific:
Yinyin Ho
yinyin_ho@xircom.com
+65 323 1511
*56Kbps refers to server download speed only, and requires compatible modems
at both the user and server sites. Download speeds of 56K are currently
unavailable in the U.S. Other country-specific regulations may impose similar
limits. Additional technical information on 56Kbps performance can be found at
www.xircom.com/56.
This news release contains certain forward-looking statements based on current
expectations that involve a number of risks and uncertainties which could cause
actual results to differ materially, to include specifically the timing and success
of new product introductions and the attainment of local country approvals.
Xircom is a registered trademark of Xircom, Inc. RealPort, RealPort CardBus
Ethernet 10/100+Modem 56, CardBus Ethernet 10/100+Modem 56,
GlobalACCESS, CountrySelect, Digital Shield and BatterySave are trademarks
of Xircom, Inc. Other company or product names have been used for
identification purposes only and may be trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective companies.
Xircom is headquartered in Thousand Oaks, Calif., and has regional headquarter
offices in Antwerp, Belgium and Singapore. US Sales: (800) 438-4526.
Telephone: (805) 376-9300 Fax: (805) 376-9311
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