SMC Networks Samples First 320 Mbps Downstream DOSCIS(R) 3.0-based Cable Modem for the Enterprise
advanced, high performance networking solutions for small- and medium-sized
businesses (SMB) and enterprise markets, today announced at the Future of
Cable Business Services Show, sample availability of the SMC 8×4 Cable Modem
(SMCD3CM-DD), the first eight bonded downstream channel and four bonded
upstream channel business class cable modem capable of delivering up to 320
Mbps of downstream speed.
On display at Light Reading’s the Future of Cable Business Services Show,
the SMCD3CM-DD demonstrates SMC Networks’ dedication to delivering the most
advanced DOCSIS(R) 3.0 (Data Over Cable Service Interface Specification)
solutions to Multiple System Operators (MSOs) seeking to deploy cable modems
that meet the specific demands of enterprises. The high-performance cable
modem leverages channel bonding technology supplied by Texas Instruments’ (TI)
TNETC4840, a member of its Puma 5 family of DOCSIS 3.0 chipsets, to allow MSOs
to deliver high-speed Internet access and advanced networking capabilities to
their customers.
Leveraging the company’s broad portfolio of DOCSIS 3.0 cable technology,
the SMCD3CM-DD is the newest member of SMC’s business class modem family and
is capable of delivering download speeds scalable up to 320 Mbps and supports
the implementation of next-generation video and data services over IP. The
greater downstream channels enable enhanced flexibility and increased
precision in the network’s scalability, allowing bandwidth to be deployed
quickly and targeted precisely to the location where it is most needed. All of
SMC’s DOCSIS 3.0 modems empower enterprises to function more efficiently with
shared Internet access and greater business-to-business connectivity.
“Our new 320 Mbps downstream DOCSIS 3.0 cable modem is optimized for the
rigorous broadband networking needs of enterprises and enables MSOs to
confidently deploy competitive standards-based hardware technology,
field-proven software and reliable services to businesses of all sizes,” said
bi-directional transfer speeds offered by DOCSIS 3.0, 8×4 business class cable
modems such as our SMCD3CM-DD that leverage world-class TI technology provides
MSOs with the most compelling business case for expanding their subscriber
base in the enterprise market.”
“Despite current economic conditions, cable operators can aggressively
pursue the lucrative SMB market leveraging existing network architecture and
advanced CPE technology like the SMCD3CM-DD,” said
President of Sales. “SMC continues to deliver robust CPE which generate new
revenue streams for our MSO partners.”
The SMCD3CM-DD builds on SMC’s newest family of broadband connectivity
solutions, which includes the SMCD3CM DOCSIS 3.0-based cable modem for
residential high-speed broadband access, the SMCD3BCM business-class DOCSIS
3.0-based cable modem for SOHO/SMB high-speed broadband access and the
SMC8014-TES DOCSIS 2.0 L2TPv3 cable modem gateway. SMC’s DOCSIS 3.0-based
cable modems, which are also supported by TI’s Puma 5 architecture in four
bonded downstream channel and four bonded upstream channel configurations,
incorporate asymmetric connections that can achieve data throughput rates of
more than 160Mbps downstream and 120Mbps upstream.
SMC’s family of cable modems each include a Gigabit Ethernet port to
ensure that maximum speed is delivered to the customer’s Customer Premises
Equipment (CPE) enabling customers to download extremely large files in
seconds and enjoy real-time video transmission. Additionally, these advanced
modems provide support for high-throughput IPv6 and IPv4, and RIPv1/2 for
static IPs. Features of the modem include static IP, firewall, NAT, VPN
termination and a full-featured CLI. Designed to meet DOCSIS 3.0
specifications, all next-generation SMC cable modems are backwards-compatible
for operation in DOCSIS 2.0, 1.1 and 1.0 networks.
“The selection of TI’s Puma 5 DOCSIS 3.0 architecture in 8×4 bonded
channel configurations enables SMC to quickly develop cable modems capable of
delivering the next-generation of high-speed Internet access and an efficient
migration path to future IP-based services,” said Ran Senderovitz, Digital
Connected Home Business Manager with TI. “TI’s flexible and scalable Puma 5
architecture can support as many as four upstream and up to eight downstream
channels, or various combinations of DOCSIS and/or MPEG video channels to meet
the demands of voice, video and data service offerings.”
For more information about TI’s Puma 5 family of DOCSIS 3.0 chipsets,
please visit: www.ti.com/puma5
SMC Networks will demonstrate its full line of products at Light Reading’s
the Future of Cable Business Services Show 2008,
Times Square.
About SMC Networks
SMC Networks is a leading provider of affordable, easy-to-use,
high-performance networking solutions for the consumer, small- and
medium-sized businesses, and enterprise markets. With a global presence that
supports customers throughout the Americas,
SMC leverages its heritage of over 35 years to deliver to market a level of
quality, reliability and technological advancement that has established it as
one of the premier network companies in the industry.
Since 2003, SMC has maintained a Green portfolio of networking products
demonstrating its commitment to the environment at a very early stage. In
2008, Instat confirmed SMC’s commitment to go beyond cursory attempts at power
management when it stated that SMC was one of the top five most energy
efficient in the 24/48 port managed switch category. SMC’s Green Policy is a
key component of the company’s core strength that can be leveraged by its
install base.
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