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Wave Wireless Networking Unveils SPEEDLAN LM100 Fast Ethernet Backbone

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Wave Wireless Networking, a developer and manufacturer of data-centric, broadband wireless solutions, has announced the release of its new flagship product, the SPEEDLAN LM100 Fast Ethernet backbone. This innovative system enables wireless connectivity between buildings across distances of up to ten miles at Fast Ethernet wire-speed (100 Mbps), revolutionizing the way network administrators and Internet Service Providers (ISPs) extend their broadband service offerings.

Key Takeaways:

  • The SPEEDLAN LM100 system is designed to operate with off-the-shelf Ethernet devices, making it easy to integrate with existing LANs through a low-cost 100BASE-TX/FX port on a router or switch.
  • The system can connect buildings across a metropolitan area, enabling ISPs to provide a full range of wireless broadband Internet services to businesses and residential users.
  • The SPEEDLAN LM100 offers a compelling business model for ISPs, enabling them to rapidly grow their customer base and increase the value of their business.
  • The system provides true independence from local Telco operators, allowing customers to provide true broadband wireless connectivity without recurring expenses.
  • Wave's SPEEDLAN products offer ISPs a range of benefits, including increased revenues, control over their network, and reduced dependence on Telco connections.
  • Corporate and campus networks can use the SPEEDLAN LM100 to replace fiber, leased lines, or trenched cable, providing 100 Mb performance and a return on investment (ROI) of less than 6 months.
  • The SPEEDLAN LM100 can be used to provide voice connectivity between buildings using a Voice over IP (VoIP) gateway.
  • Wave Wireless Networking is a six-year-old multi-national company that manufactures and markets high-performance wireless internetworking products.
  • The company's SPEEDLAN products have been recognized with awards for their performance and innovation.

Statistics:

  • The SPEEDLAN LM100 system connects buildings separated by up to ten miles (16.1 kilometers).
  • The system operates at Fast Ethernet wire-speed (100 Mbps).
  • The SPEEDLAN LM100 has a low-cost 100BASE-TX/FX port for easy integration with existing LANs.
  • The system provides a return on investment (ROI) of less than 6 months for corporate and campus networks.
  • Wave's SPEEDLAN products have a typical ROI of less than 1 month in some cases.
  • The SPEEDLAN LM100 takes a fraction of the time and costs much less to deploy than fiber-based connections.

Sources:

  • Business Editors/Technology Writers, NetWorld Interop 2000, "Wave Wireless Networking Announces the Release of its New Flagship Product, the SPEEDLAN LM100 Fast Ethernet Backbone."
  • Wave Wireless Networking, "Wave Wireless Networking Announces the Release of its New Flagship Product, the SPEEDLAN LM100 Fast Ethernet Backbone."

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