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Efficient Networks Introduces SpeedStream ADSL Modems

Strategic Insights

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Efficient Networks, a leading supplier of Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) customer premises equipment (CPE), introduced two new additions to its SpeedStream family of DSL routers and modems. The new modems provide fast, affordable DSL networking for consumers, teleworkers, and small businesses. The SpeedStream 3041, an ADSL internal modem for Windows PC users, and the SpeedStream 4041, a standalone ADSL Universal Serial Bus modem, are designed for seamless compatibility and plug-and-play installation.

Key Takeaways:

  • The SpeedStream 3041 and 4041 modems provide data rates up to 8Mbps downstream over a single copper phone line using Discrete Multitone (DMT) ADSL technology from Texas Instruments.
  • The new modems support both full-rate DMT ADSL and the G.lite standard as defined by the Universal ADSL Working Group (UAWG) and adopted by the International Telecommunications Union (ITU).
  • The internal SpeedStream 3041 easily installs into a standard Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) slot of a personal computer and supports Windows 95, 98, and NT users.
  • The SpeedStream 4041 is a USB-attached ADSL modem providing maximum levels of ease-of-use and seamless integration with Microsoft Windows.
  • The modems offer complete protocol encapsulation support, including Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP) over ATM, Ethernet over ATM, and IP over ATM.
  • Efficient Networks' new products are supported by the ProfileBuilder application, which enables service providers to develop pre-configured CPE settings for rapid installation.
  • The SpeedStream modems have suggested retail prices of $269.00 and $299.00 (U.S.) respectively and are available now.

Statistics:

  • The new SpeedStream modems provide data rates up to 8Mbps downstream.
  • In 1999, the DSL market was growing rapidly, with many consumers and businesses adopting DSL technology.
  • Efficient Networks' SpeedStream 3000 ADSL internal modems were ideal for service providers, PC OEMs, and systems integrators looking for high-value DSL CPE suited to the needs of single users or Windows-based workgroups.
  • The SpeedStream 4041 was designed for consumers and small businesses, providing maximum levels of ease-of-use and seamless integration with Microsoft Windows.

Sources:

  • [Dallas Business Journal, August 25, 1999]
  • [Efficient Networks, Inc. Press Release, August 25, 1999]
  • [Texas Instruments, Discrete Multitone (DMT) ADSL Technology]
  • [Universal ADSL Working Group (UAWG), G.lite Standard]
  • [International Telecommunications Union (ITU), ADSL Standard]
  • [Microsoft, Dial-Up Networking Facility]
  • [Efficient Networks, Inc., ProfileBuilder Application]
  • [Efficient Networks, Inc., SpeedStream 3000 ADSL Internal Modems]
  • [Efficient Networks, Inc., SpeedStream 4041 USB-Attached ADSL Modem]

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