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Lucent Technologies Unveils Revolutionary Three-in-One Modem Solution

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Lucent Technologies, a leading global provider of communications systems and network infrastructure, has announced the availability of a groundbreaking solution that enables three different modem-based internet services using a single chip set and one telephone line. This innovative approach is set to revolutionize the industry by providing unparalleled flexibility and convenience for customers.

Key Takeaways:

  • Lucent's WildWire solution equips personal computers and retail standalone modems with V.90 56 kilobit per second analog services, ADSL "Lite" services (1.5 megabits per second), and ADSL "Full Rate" services (up to 8 Mbps).
  • The solution is powered by Lucent's new DSP1691 chip, eliminating the need for separate V.90 modem and DSL circuit boards, as well as a separate network interface card.
  • Lucent's integrated solution reduces overall electronics costs and provides great flexibility to its customers as analog and digital modem deployment continues to mature.
  • The solution conforms to the International Telecommunications Union's G.Lite, G.dmt, and V.90 standards, as well as the American National Standards Institute's T1E1.413 Issue 2 protocol.
  • Lucent's chip set price is $39 in quantities of 100,000 units.
  • Lucent's ADSL chip customers include Compaq, Dell, HP, and Samsung.

Statistics:

  • 3 different modem-based internet services enabled by Lucent's WildWire solution (V.90, ADSL "Lite", and ADSL "Full Rate")
  • 1 chip set and 1 telephone line required for Lucent's WildWire solution
  • 8 megabits per second data transmission speed for Full-Rate ADSL equipment
  • 56 kilobit per second data transmission speed for V.90 analog services
  • 1.5 megabits per second data transmission speed for ADSL "Lite" services

Sources:

  • PRNewswire, April 4, 1999
  • Lucent Technologies, WildWire ADSL modem chip offerings
  • VisionQuest 2000
  • American National Standards Institute, T1E1.413 Issue 2 protocol
  • International Telecommunications Union, G.Lite, G.dmt, and V.90 standards

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