Posts Tagged ‘Ethernet’

New arrivals: Linksys AC2400 Dual-Band Gigabit Wi-Fi Router E8350

Friday, October 17th, 2014

Linksys today announced its first 4×4 Wireless AC router aimed at families and gamers. Available in Singapore from 7 November at S$399, exclusively at Challenger.

“We have been working closely with our vendors to design and engineer this router so they have advantages to outperform and provide the value consumers are looking for in high end routers,” said Mike Chen, vice president product management, Linksys.

“We have been working closely with our vendors to design and engineer this router so they have advantages to outperform and provide the value consumers are looking for in high end routers,” said Mike Chen, vice president product management, Linksys.

The E8350 router is targeted at households with multiple internet users as well as single users that use the internet for high bandwidth applications such as gaming or video streaming.

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New arrivals: Linksys WRT 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch SE4008

Wednesday, October 15th, 2014

The Linksys WRT 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch (SE4008) is the first in a lineup of new networking peripherals made to compliment the Linksys Wireless-AC Dual Band Wireless Router (WRT1900AC). Available from 28 November at S$109.

Front and rear views of the Linksys WRT 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch SE4008.

Front and rear views of the Linksys WRT 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch SE4008.

The SE4008 is designed to physically stack below the WRT1900AC router, and expands a home network while reducing the clutter and creating a clean “stack” of vital networking components.

Offering easy connectivity of up to eight devices, the new WRT Switch brings maximum Gigabit transfer speeds to wired products such as game consoles, printers, hard drives, IP cameras and more.

Features at a glance:

  • Eight Gigabit Ethernet ports: deliver speeds up to ten times faster than Fast Ethernet.
  • Space-Saving Design: Build up the WRT system while saving desktop space with the switch’s unique stackable design.
  • Quality of Service (QoS): Prioritize network traffic such as video and audio applications for optimal streaming from a connected router.
  • Auto-Sensing Ports: Advanced ports maximize data flow rates to connected devices. Additionally, when a connected device is turned off or not in use, the SE4008 will place the port in power-saving mode.
  • Easy Setup: Simply plug a router into the switch and instantly connect devices to your Wi-Fi network.
  • LED Indicators: Located on the front of the switch for simple troubleshooting.

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Ethernet is 40 years old tomorrow

Tuesday, May 21st, 2013

The Ethernet industry is now worth $100 billion per year, according to Bob Metcalfe, Ethernet Inventor, now UT Austin Professor of Innovation.

Infographic from Tata Communications: A visual representation of the evolution of Ethernet. Click to see enlarged version.

Infographic from Tata Communications: A visual representation of the evolution of Ethernet. Click to see enlarged version.

Henry Bohannon recaps how Ethernet has evolved over the past 40 years and how it is expected to continue to change our lives in the years to come.

ASUS releases WL-330NUL – the world’s smallest router

Wednesday, May 15th, 2013

The pocket-sized USB device enables users to stay connected wherever they go with Ethernet, Wi-Fi and access point modes plus multi-OS support.

Available on 20 May for S$59 (revised downwards from S$69).

ASUS WL-330NUL USB router will be available from next Monday for S$59.

ASUS WL-330NUL USB router will be available from next Monday for S$59.

Designed to enable convenient and quick internet access for travelers, the USB-based ASUS WL-330NUL provides quick secure network setup and connection sharing with other users.

It works with multiple operating systems, including Windows 8, Mac OS, and iOS.

Specifications for the ASUS WL-330NUL USB router
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CommScope brings 40Gbps Ethernet channel closer to reality

Monday, February 18th, 2013

CommScope announced today that it has successfully demonstrated the feasibility of Category 8 cabling for enterprise networks.

The proof of concept brings CommScope customers closer to achieving 40GBASE-T system for data center applications.

Extracted from report for the "Category 8 Structured Cabling Channel Demonstration by CommScope".

Extracted from report for the “Category 8 Structured Cabling Channel Demonstration by CommScope”.

CommScope is a global leader in infrastructure solutions for communications networks.  and data centers.

“We believe this demonstrated solution shows the real market potential for customers to eventually take advantage of 40G transmission rates over copper twisted-pair based media with cable and connector types they are familiar with today,” said Richard Mei, director of transmission solutions, CommScope.

As a leading provider of next generation data center infrastructure, CommScope verified a proof-of-concept solution for a viable 40 Gigabit per second (Gbps) Ethernet channel by utilizing prototype Category 8 RJ-45 connectors and copper twisted pair cables.

All components of the groundbreaking concept were designed by engineers in CommScope labs. This demonstration took place at the recent International Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) 802.3 NGBASE-T study group meeting in Phoenix, Ariz.

A technical contribution to the study group titled, “Category 8 Structured Cabling Channel Demonstration by CommScope,” described the feasibility of the concept.

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