Madge Networks and LANNET Data Communications Announce Complete Line of LAN Switches for Integrating ATM

Strategic Insights -

Madge Networks and LANNET Data Communications have announced a joint product roadmap for delivering a complete line of LAN switches for integrating ATM into existing networks. The roadmap includes a set of new products under the product family name "Collage," which will provide network users with a clear path for switching to ATM. The new products will offer performance and manageability enhancements to existing Ethernet and Token Ring LANs, supporting immediate or phased integration of ATM technology in both the LAN backbone and workgroup.

Key Takeaways:

  • The "Switching To ATM" product roadmap will deliver a complete line of LAN switches for integrating ATM into existing networks, including new products under the "Collage" brand.
  • The roadmap includes ATM access switches for Ethernet and Token Ring, 25Mbps ATM switches for desktop connections, and 155Mbps ATM switches for the LAN backbone and server connections.
  • The new products will be built on the LAN switching leadership position established by Madge's Smart Ringswitch and LANNET's MultiNet LANswitch.
  • The products will incorporate switching silicon and software developed by Madge and LANNET, and will be managed by new modules integrated within the MultiMan suite of management applications.
  • The "Collage" product family will provide network users with a clear path for switching to ATM, offering performance and manageability enhancements to existing Ethernet and Token Ring LANs.
  • The products will support immediate or phased integration of ATM technology in both the LAN backbone and workgroup.
  • Madge Networks is a leading, worldwide supplier of networking solutions for the enterprise, recognized for its customer support, technology excellence, and end-to-end expertise in networking.
  • LANNET Data Communications designs, manufactures, and markets a complete line of intelligent switching hubs and platform-based graphical network management software.

Statistics:

  • The "Switching To ATM" product roadmap will deliver a complete line of LAN switches with 25Mbps and 155Mbps ATM capabilities.
  • The new products will be managed by new modules integrated within the MultiMan suite of management applications.
  • Madge Networks has 40 locations worldwide with four major business centers located in London, San Jose, Calif., Hong Kong, and Tokyo.
  • LANNET Data Communications offers a range of products, including intelligent switching hubs and platform-based graphical network management software.

Sources:

  • [Source 1] Madge Networks press release, "Madge Networks and LANNET Data Communications Announce Complete Line of LAN Switches for Integrating ATM."
  • [Source 2] LANNET Data Communications website, "LANNET Data Communications - Intelligent Switching Hubs and Network Management Software."
  • [Source 3] Madge Networks website, "Madge Networks - Networking Solutions for the Enterprise."