Ariel Corp. Introduces RS4200 Remote Access Solution for ISPs

Strategic Insights -

Ariel Corp. has announced the introduction of the RS4200, a high-density remote access solution for Internet Service Providers (ISPs). This innovative solution combines four T1/PRI interfaces with 96 ports of 56K and Basic Rate ISDN remote access, transforming Windows NT and Linux systems into full-featured remote access systems. The RS4200 offers a cost-effective alternative to traditional remote access concentrators, with a savings of almost $10,000 for a 96-port system. This announcement marks a significant development in the industry, as ISPs seek to reduce costs and improve network responsiveness.

Key Takeaways:

  • The RS4200 is a PCI-based multi-service access card set that provides high-density remote access to Linux and Windows NT systems.
  • The solution combines four T1/PRI interfaces with 96 ports of 56K and Basic Rate ISDN remote access.
  • The RS4200 offers a cost-effective alternative to traditional remote access concentrators, with a savings of almost $10,000 for a 96-port system.
  • The solution can accommodate up to 96 remote access sessions originating from any combination of digital V.90-compatible 56-kbps, analog 33.6-kbps, or 64-kbps basic rate ISDN customer premises equipment.
  • The RS4200 automatically detects the type of incoming call and routes it to the appropriate modem or ISDN adapter.
  • The solution comes with an intuitive Java-based remote management tool that allows system administrators to monitor and manage unlimited RS4200 ports.
  • Ariel's PowerPOP architecture is a new approach to building ISP infrastructure that replaces dedicated servers and dumb remote access concentrators with open architecture Linux and NT systems.
  • PowerPOP-architecture systems are ideal for ISPs who want to improve network performance and efficiency by deploying intelligent POPs that operate with greater autonomy.
  • The NS4200 taps into AAA and UniPorte Architectures, combining the best elements of MapleTree Networks' UniPorte architecture and Ariel's own Ariel Access Architecture.
  • The RS4200 will be available in early December for both Linux version 2.2.0 (or greater) and Windows NT Server version 4.0 (or greater).

Statistics:

  • The RS4200 costs approximately $100 less per port than traditional remote access concentrators, resulting in a savings of almost $10,000 for a 96-port system.
  • The solution can accommodate up to 96 remote access sessions originating from any combination of digital V.90-compatible 56-kbps, analog 33.6-kbps, or 64-kbps basic rate ISDN customer premises equipment.
  • The single-piece manufacturers suggested retail pricing for a 96-port RS4200 will be $9,098.
  • The RS4200 will be available in early December for both Linux version 2.2.0 (or greater) and Windows NT Server version 4.0 (or greater).

Sources:

  • Ariel Corp.
  • IDC
  • Mapletree Networks
  • Business Wire (Oct. 18, 1999)