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IMC Networks Breaks Price Barrier for FO Networking
IMC Networks Breaks Price Barrier for Fiber Optic Networking New MiniMc™ Fiber Converter Features USB Power Option and is First US Made Converter to Break the $100 Street Price Barrier
FOOTHILL RANCH, CA - January 14, 2003 - IMC Networks, a worldwide leader in fiber optic connectivity solutions for Local, Wide and Metropolitan Area Network applications, today announced its new MiniMc series of fiber converters. Designed and manufactured in the USA, the MiniMc is the most versatile, low cost converter in today's market. Featuring 10/100 auto-negotiation and plug-and-play operation, the MiniMc TP-TX/FX enables network managers to connect both 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps twisted pair network segments to multi-mode or single-mode fiber optic cabling. What makes MiniMc stand out from competition is its unparalleled versatility: the MiniMc series is available with Universal Serial Bus (USB) and AC power options, and the small units can be used as standalone converters, or rack-mounted into the PowerTray/18 chassis for an industry-best 18 conversions in 1U high space.
"Our new MiniMc Media Converters are ideal in any application where 10/100 twisted pair network segments need to be connected to fiber optics, such as in Fiber-to-the-Desktop, secure government installations, premises networks and "Last Mile" access," said Michael Dailey, president and chief executive officer of IMC Networks. "The new MiniMc series will enable IMC Networks to offer an aggressively priced solution to customers worldwide, who need to extend their copper based networks cost-effectively and reliably," continued Dailey.
Features And Functions
The new MiniMc TP-TX/FX performs an electrical-to-optical conversion, as well as conversion between 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps data rates. Featuring 10/100 auto-negotiation on the twisted pair port and plug-and-play operation, the MiniMc supports both 1300 nm multi-mode and 1310 nm single-mode fiber optics and popular ST and SC connector types. MiniMc units can be powered via computer USB port or by using an external AC power supply. MiniMc complies with IEEE Ethernet and Fast Ethernet standards, is FCC Class B certified and comes with a six year warranty that includes the power supply.
Availability and Pricing
The new MiniMc TP-TX/FX converters will be available immediately and the PowerTray/18 chassis will be shipping during 2nd quarter 2003. IMC Networks' solutions are distributed domestically through Graybar, Ingram Micro, and through a network of distributors in over 50 countries around the world.
About IMC Networks
Networking the world since 1988, IMC Networks is the leading provider of optical access solutions for the LAN, MAN and beyond. IMC Networks offers the industry's widest variety of fiber optic Media Converters, as well as LAN/WAN bandwidth management and Fiber-to-the-Premises solutions. ISO 9001:2000 registered IMC Networks supports Ethernet, ATM/SONET, WDM, T1/E1 and DS3/E3 networking technologies. For more information contact the company at: 19772 Pauling, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610; Tel. (949) 465-3000; Fax (949) 465-3020; or at www.imcnetworks.com.
