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To: Tom Gebing who wrote (28997)	3/17/1999 8:41:00 AM
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3Com Provides Cable Operators New Dual-channel Receiver Card for Cable Modem Termination System High-Density Upstream Receiver Card Delivers Dual-channel Downstream and Upstream Architecture; Allows Cable Operators to Deploy Scalable Internet Solutions SANTA CLARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 17, 1999-- Continuing to supply the cable Internet industry with innovative solutions, 3Com Corporation (Nasdaq:COMS) today announced the Cable TC Single-Slot Dual-Channel Upstream Receiver Card (URC) for its 3Com Total Control(R) cable modem termination system (CMTS). This highly integrated Data Over Cable Service Interface Specification (DOCSIS)-based card provides cable operators with two upstream channels per single card slot with a distinct price advantage allowing them to expand capacity as needed. The 3Com(R) dual-channel URC provides data-over-cable operators with the ability to upgrade their two-way cable return chassis to twice the upstream capacity for the same price as current upstream receiver products. The dual-channel URC is fully "hot swappable" allowing cable operators to easily expand their cable Internet service to meet user bandwidth demands by adding more cards to the 3Com CMTS in nearly any upstream/downstream ratio. With continued support for the CableLabs certification process, 3Com's dual-channel URC will be software-upgradable to the new cable industry standard and features. "This latest card set from 3Com offers twice the capacity in a single slot and is based on DOCSIS 1.1 specification hardware," said Mike Pula, product line director for 3Com's Cable Access group. "The dual-channel URC doubles the existing slot capacity for the 3Com platform, enabling more room for growth as subscribers increase. Any upgrades that may be required as the 1.1 standard evolves can be easily accommodated through a software download." Twice the Capacity in One Slot The high-density design of the dual-channel URC supports up to two channels per slot or a total of 30 upstream channels in one Total Control chassis slot. This architecture offers cable operators the capability to easily expand the CMTS in support of broadband services. "Moving forward, these upgradable features are necessary to deploy high-quality IP telephony and other real-time services such as videoconferencing for cable Internet subscribers," continued Pula. Similar products demand a fixed ratio for downstream to upstream channels, such as only one channel per slot. The 3Com solution allows various combinations of downstream and upstream channels in a single card slot. The 3Com remote access platform also preserves head-end investments by accommodating multiple "hot-swappable" cable access cards like the dual-channel URC. The 3Com CMTS can easily expand to meet increased user demand or new services by adding more cards with little or no downtime, saving on overall costs and ensuring customer satisfaction. End-to-End Solution The 3Com dual-channel URC works in conjunction with other 3Com CMTS products such as the Cable Access Router Downstream Card set and Cable Access Management software. These products, which run on the popular carrier-class Total Control chassis, deliver a complete head-end cable solution. 3Com began commercial shipments of the first Cable Modem Termination System last Fall. This high-speed, cable-return Internet access system includes 3Com's CMTS and network management software for the head-end and the U.S. Robotics(R) cable modem CMX for consumers. Pricing and Availability The 3Com Cable TC Single-Slot Dual-channel Upstream Receiver Card (8R-002970-00) is currently available worldwide for a list price of $10,000 and can be purchased directly from 3Com. For more information about 3Com Dual-channel URC or other 3Com cable access products, cable operators can contact their respective sales representative or visit 3Com's cable Web site at 3com.com. About 3Com Corporation With more than 200 million customers worldwide, 3Com Corporation connects more people to information in more ways than any other networking company. 3Com delivers innovative information access products and network system solutions to large, medium and small enterprises; carriers and network service providers; PC OEMs; and consumers. 3Com -- More connected.(tm) For further information, visit 3Com's World Wide Web site at 3com.com or the press site at 3com.com. Note to Editors: 3Com, Total Control and U.S. Robotics are registered trademarks and More connected is a trademark of 3Com Corporation. All other company and product names may be trademarks of the respective companies with which they are associated. CONTACT: 3Com Public Relations Mike Beltrano, 847/262-2331 mike_beltrano@3com.com o~~~ O