SMC Networks SA to roll out new ADSL modem routers

July 9, 2009 - PRLog -- SMC Networks, a global provider of LAN hardware and broadband connectivity devices, has announced the launch of the SMC7901WBRA2 and the SMC7904BRA3, two new combined ADSL2/2+ Modem Routers capable of delivering download speeds of 24Mbps (uplink 2Mbps) and streaming high-quality multimedia content to the home or small office.

Both the SMC7901WBRA2 and the SMC7904BRA3 come in a sleek new white colour design and provide a simple, one-step upgrade path for sharing ADSL2/2+ connections across multiple PCs by combining a Modem and a Router in one box.

The Modem Routers are ideal for delivering IPTV, Video on Demand and other high bandwidth services while eliminating the need for extra wiring or an additional power socket.

The SMC7901WBRA2 Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router is a highly integrated broadband access device combining the function of an ADSL2/2+ modem with a 1-port LAN (RJ-45) connection and a 54Mbps wireless G access point (IEEE 802.11b/g).

The SMC7904BRA3 is for those that don’t require wireless access and features a 4-port 10/100 LAN switch. Both products come complete with a robust SPI firewall and are interoperable with all ISP network infrastructures, making them the complete solution for sharing secure, high speed ADSL2/2+  Broadband connections.  

Paul Luff, Country Manager, SMC Networks South Africa, comments: “The availability of high-speed ADSL2+ services has reached as high as ninety percent in some European countries and we anticipate a strong response from Africa market.”

“More and more ISPs are rolling out the technology to support IPTV, video-on-demand other exciting multimedia services. These new modem routers provide our residential and small business customers with all they need to get connected and take advantage of the fantastic range of services now on offer in a simple, integrated package that is great value for money,” he adds.

For more information about SMC Networks please visit www.smc.com