07/09-09   -   Press releases

New EliteConnect™ Wireless Access Point from SMC Networks Offers High-Speed Networking and Versatility for Businesses

SMC Networks (www.smc.com), a leading provider of LAN hardware and broadband connectivity devices, today announced the launch of the dual band, single radio EliteConnect™ Wireless Enterprise Access Point (SMCE21011), a versatile and manageable solution for building 802.11n wireless networks that deliver data speeds up to 300Mbps.

The SMCE21011 is ideal for companies that want to achieve high performance data transmission and increased wireless coverage across the enterprise, incorporating a host of features that allow network administrators to adapt easily to high-bandwidth applications, office reorganisations or simply an increase in users:

Versatile coverage
The dual band functionality of the SMCE21011 allows administrators to choose whether to operate in the in the 2.4GHz band or reduce congestion in densely populated areas by choosing the lesser used 5GHz band. The SMCE21011 also features three MIMO antennas that can be detached and upgraded to High-Gain antennas for those customers that require their wireless range to be extended even further.

Easy to manage
The SMCE21011 also supports up to eight Virtual Access Point (VAP) interfaces, enabling administrators to react more efficiently to office reorganisations and changes in network requirements by separating traffic for different user groups. Each VAP can be configured with its own Service Set Identification (SSID), security settings, VLAN assignments, and other parameters.

Flexible power options
The SMCE21011 can also be deployed in the most difficult to reach locations in any building. Support for the 802.3af Power over Ethernet standard means that the device can be easily deployed in areas where power outlets are not readily available.

Quality of Service
Unique in a product of its type, the SMCE21011 includes support for SpectraLink Voice Priority, making it the ideal choice for businesses that require the best Quality of Service in cost-saving voice applications deployed over their wireless LAN.

Thierry Gonon, General Manager for EMEA at SMC Networks, comments: “When businesses are planning ahead, especially during tough economic times, it is important for them to be able to think about how they can grow their infrastructure flexibly without the risk of significantly increasing their overheads. This latest Wireless Access Point in the EliteConnect range is the perfect solution for companies that want to get the best from their network at the most reasonable cost, however much their circumstances may change. “

Summary of features and benefits:

• Compliant with IEEE 802.11n draft 2.0 and MIMO (Multi Input Multi Output) wireless technology
• Detachable antennas, providing additional options for increasing wireless coverage
• IEEE 802.11h Regulatory Domain Selection and Transmit Power Adjustment for optimum performance in the 5 Ghz band
• Support for IEEE 802.3af Power over Ethernet (PoE) allows Wi-Fi deployment where power outlets are not available
• Support for up to eight Virtual Access Point (VAP) interfaces and support for up to 64 wireless clients each for advanced traffic management
• Support for IEEE 802.11 Wireless Distribution System (WDS) to enable wireless interconnection with other access points
• Support for both personal and enterprise versions of WPA/WPA2 (IEEE 802.11i), RADIUS Authentication, Access Control list (ACL), Wireless LAN segmentation and Disable SSID Broadcast for enhanced security
• Full management capabilities with support for Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP v3), Web (HTTP), Secure HTTP (HTTPS), Secure Sockets Later (SSL), Secure Shell (SSH), and Telnet

Pricing: 299€ + VAT. The product is available now. For more information about SMC Networks please visit www.smc.com

•Switching Fabric of 3.2 or 4.8 Gbps – non-blocking
•Filtering and forwarding at full wire speed on all ports
•Automatic address learning
•Buffered “store-and-forward" architecture to prevent propagation of bad packets
•Half- and full-duplex flow control to prevent packet loss under heavy loading
•Plug and Play
•Auto-Negotiation for automatic selection of speed and operating mode
•Comprehensive array of LEDs for “at-a-glance" monitoring of traffic on all segments
•Auto-MDIX ports to eliminate concern over cabling and uplinks
•Desktop and rack mountable (bracket kit included)
•IEEE 802.3, 802.3u compatible and IEEE 802.3x full-duplex flow control

About SMC Networks
SMC Networks is a leading provider of LAN hardware and broadband connectivity devices. Globally, SMC Networks leverages manufacturing resources and strategic relationships to bring to market a growing range of affordable, leading-edge products; including Gigabit and Fast Ethernet Switching, 10G solutions, Wireless networking, Network Attached Storage, VDSL and Broadband connectivity products as well as traditional wired network adapters.
SMC Networks specialises in solutions for the SMB/e, and the home. Worldwide, SMC delivers network solutions through an infrastructure of VAR partners, ISPs and retailers.