Multi-Service Access Device Includes RAS Capability3.18.1999 Model 2784 NAU Gives ILECs, CLECs and ISPs a "One Box" CPE Solution for Delivery of Managed Services to Corporate Customers GAITHERSBURG, Maryland, USA, March 18 , 1999\97Patton Electronics Company hasannounced a Network Access Unit (NAU) that combines the capabilities of aT1/E1 CSU/DSU, FRAD, PABX interface, multiplexer and LAN interface into asingle 1U-high box. The NetLink Model 2784 allows carriers to place asingle box at the customer premise that facilitates delivery of a range ofmanaged services over a T1 or E1 circuit, including local and long distancetransport for voice and data, Internet access, network management andequipment maintenance. "With the Patton Model 2784, carriers can provide corporate customers with acustom-tailored mix of managed services that covers a broad range ofbusiness requirements," says Beth Gage, Director at TeleChoice, Inc., abusiness and market strategy consulting firm. "Carriers can use the Model2784 to support corporate customers' dial-up data networks fortelecommuters, SOHOs and Internet Access." According to John Hudak, V.P. of Carrier Sales with Patton Electronics, theModel 2784 brings a unique combination of capabilities to the IntegratedAccess Device (IAD) market. "The Model 2784 separates itself from thegeneral IAD market by delivering a RAS [ Remote Access Server ] capability,in addition to providing a method for consolidating PBX, Internet, Extranet,Corporate Intranet, Frame Relay and PPP\97all across a single T1/E1/PRI." "The benefits of our Model 2784 NAU are relevant to both small/mediumbusinesses and large corporations," says Hudak. "Because our small/mediumbusiness customers are actively searching for the most efficient andinexpensive way of accessing diverse applications, a one-box/one-linesolution like the Model 2784 will be ideal for them. On the other hand,customers with multiple branch locations\97such as the insurance, healthcareand financial communities\97need a way to integrate voice, data and Internettraffic that will keep costs down and productivity up. The Model 2784delivers this capability as well." Product Overview The Model 2784's integrated router supports DHCP, DNS, RIP, PPP, SLIP,PAP/CHAP and RADIUS services\97eliminating the need for expensive branchrouters. An integrated FRAD (with RFC-1490) allows creation of IP and FrameRelay data VPNs, as well as access to public or private frame relaynetworks. Finally, the Model 2784 incorporates an integrated Remote AccessServer (employing DSP technology) capable of receiving and transmittingV.90, K56flex™ and V.34 modem calls. In-band SNMP management of the Model 2784 is facilitated through an on-boardSNMP agent. Management can be accomplished through a customer's existingmanagement platform, or through an integrated HTTP server. Using the HTTPserver, all configuration and control can be performed through a standardWeb browser. Price and Delivery About Patton Patton Electronics is an ISO 9001 certified and BABT approved manufacturer.Patton products are CE marked and Y2K compliant. For more information or afree datacom catalog, please contact Patton Electronics Company, 7622Rickenbacker Drive, Gaithersburg, MD, 20879, USA. Tel: (301) 975-1000; Fax:(301) 869-9293; Mailto:[email protected]; Web: https://www.patton.com. Western Europe Office - Tel: (+44) 1707-331447; Fax: (+44) 7070-800798 ### Attention Editors: Patton Electronics Press Releases are available onPatton Electronics' Web site at www.patton.com. All brand and product namesare registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders. Editorial Contact: |
