Brooktrout Technology Introduces Instant RAS IRAS-24A Server Card for High-Density Remote Access

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Brooktrout Technology, a leading provider of advanced software and hardware products for system vendors and service providers, has announced the availability of its Instant RAS IRAS-24A server card. This high-density, cost-effective remote access solution automatically detects and directs incoming calls over a single connection, including V.90/56K, legacy analog, and digital connections.

The IRAS-24A gives network administrators the ability to support any combination of up to 24 digital or analog connections coming into a Windows NT server on a single PCI card through one dial-up number. AnyCall technology, developed by Netaccess, a Brooktrout Technology company, enables the IRAS-24A to fully support any combination of incoming calls, eliminating compatibility issues found when linking remote users to the corporate server.

Key Takeaways:

  • The IRAS-24A supports up to 24 simultaneous remote access sessions using a single PCI slot.
  • The card is plug 'n play compatible and fully compliant with the PCI 2.1 specification.
  • The IRAS-24A is the first card available that is fully compliant with the PCI 2.1 specification.
  • AnyCall technology allows the IRAS-24A to detect and direct incoming calls over a single connection.
  • The IRAS-24A is designed for Windows NT and provides an open systems RAS approach.
  • The card supports Microsoft's Routing and Remote Access Service (RRAS) and a range of protocols, including IP, IPX, and PPP/MLPPP.
  • The IRAS-24A ships with Remote Access Manager (RAM) software for analysis and port statistics.

Statistics:

  • Up to 24 simultaneous remote access sessions supported by the IRAS-24A.
  • 24 digital or analog connections supported by the IRAS-24A on a single PCI card.
  • 4 cards maximum in a PC chassis for a robust, cost-effective scalable solution.
  • Brooktrout Technology, Inc. is a leading supplier of advanced software and hardware products for system vendors and service providers.

Sources:

  • Brooktrout Technology, Inc.
  • Netaccess
  • Microsoft
  • Tech Data
  • Securities Systems Integration and Consulting

Note: All statistics and key takeaways are based on information provided in the original text and may not reflect up-to-date or current data. Sources have been cited exactly as they appear in the original material.