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 TIA Publishes New Administration Standard | |||||||||||||||||
| This news has been published 14 Dec 2007 |
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The Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) Subcommittee TR-42.6, Telecommunications Infrastructure and Equipment Administration, recently published ANSI/TIA/EIA-606-A, "Administration Standard for Commercial Telecommunications Infrastructure." This standard is a complete re-write of TIA/EIA-606 (1993 edition) and provides significant enhancements. This standard: a) Establishes “classes” of administration to address the different needs of small, medium, large and very large telecommunications infrastructure systems; b) Accommodates the scalable needs of telecommunications infrastructure systems; c) Allows modular implementation of different parts of this standard; d) Specifies identification formatting to accommodate the exchange of information among design drawings, test instruments, administration software and other documents or tools that may be used throughout the lifecycle of the cabling infrastructure; e) Specifies labeling formats; and f) Harmonizes definitions across all premises telecommunications infrastructure standards. The new standard can be ordered from Global Engineering Documents at http://global.ihs.com . The TR-42.6 subcommittee is also beginning new work to review and update existing telecommunication symbols and establish new symbols as required for use on construction documents, record copy drawings and in other graphical documentation systems (i.e. cable management software applications). Interested parties are invited to make contributions to the subcommittee for consideration. | |||||||||||||||||
Avaya's Internet Protocol Telephones Receive Power over Local Area Network Certification | |||||||||||||||||
| This news has been published 14 Dec 2007 |
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One of the obstacles for the IP telephony - remote power over Ethernet - is disappearing. See the news below. BASKING RIDGE, N.J., Oct. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- Avaya Inc., (NYSE: AV - news), a global leader in corporate networking solutions and services has been awarded Power over LAN certification for its 4600 Series Internet Protocol (IP) Telephones. The certification was given by PowerDsine, a leading developer and manufacturer of high-performance power solutions for the telecom and datacom industries. Power over LAN (local area network) is an innovative technology that allows next generation IP telephones, wireless LAN access points, industrial automation sensors and other equipment to safely and reliably receive data and power over standard Category 5 twisted pair LAN cables. As a result, enterprises can deploy IP telephony without the time and cost required to install separate power cabling. In addition, Power over LAN provides continuous service during power outage because it uses the same centralized, uninterrupted power supply that backs up the network. Part of the Avaya Enterprise Class IP Solutions (ECLIPS), the Avaya 4600 Series IP Telephones -- including the Avaya 4630 IP Screenphone equipped with the industry's first full-color and touch-sensitive screen -- support IP protocol standards by providing extensive phone features and functionality, along with a high level of reliability and voice quality -- in both handsets and speakerphones. The Power over LAN certification of Avaya IP telephones follows comprehensive interoperability testing and verification with PowerDsine's Power over LAN Hub product line. As a result, enterprises have more choices when implementing their IP telephony system, because their networks can accommodate both Power over LAN products and traditional devices. ``By certifying our IP telephones with Power over LAN, our customers significantly reduce their total network costs -- because they don't need to install separate power cabling. And, they can design their networks with flexible, reliable Ethernet cable infrastructure,'' said David DeLorenzo, Avaya senior product manager for IP & traditional terminals, devices and applications. ``With this certification, Avaya is at the forefront of the technology to always provide IP solutions that answer to the customers needs.'' ``Avaya's Power over LAN certification is a great addition to the increasing number of companies which support interoperable product groups of Power over LAN-enabled devices,'' said Amir Lehr, vice president of marketing, PowerDsine, Ltd. ``Avaya has built its reputation upon providing cutting-edge technology to the market and we are pleased that Power over LAN technology will now be a part of this outstanding track record.'' The PowerDsine certification process enables manufacturers to submit products to PowerDsine for comprehensive testing and verification with appropriate voltage Power over LAN hubs. PowerDsine also provides engineering support to help manufacturers build Power over LAN compatible products. Products that pass interoperability testing are awarded a seal that indicates they are Power over LAN Enabled. In July, Avaya and PowerDsine announced the integration of PowerDsine's Power over LAN technology into its Avaya's P333T-PWR Stackable Switching System -- designed to support the IEEE's 802.3af standard for power over Ethernet and to address the issue of deploying IP telephones and other standard powered Ethernet devices with reliable, uninterruptible power. About Avaya Avaya, headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., is a leading global provider of communications solutions and services that help businesses, government agencies and other institutions excel in the customer economy. Avaya offers Customer Relationship Management Solutions, Unified Communication Solutions, Hosted Solutions, MultiService Networking Infrastructure, and Converged Voice and Data Networks -- including the company's no-compromise Avaya Enterprise-Class IP Solutions (ECLIPS) -- all supported by Avaya Services and Avaya Labs. Avaya is the worldwide leader in unified messaging, messaging systems, call centers and structured cabling systems. It is the U.S. leader in voice communications systems. Avaya is the Official Partner of the 2002 FIFA World Cup(TM), the 2003 Women's World Cup and the 2006 FIFA World Cup(TM) championships. For more information on Avaya, visit its website at http://www.avaya.com. About PowerDsine PowerDsine (http://www.powerdsine.com) designs and delivers innovative software-controlled power solutions for communications equipment manufacturers in the telecom and datacom industries. Established in 1994, PowerDsine's headquarters and R&D facilities are located in Hod Hasharon, Israel, near Tel Aviv. Its U.S. subsidiary, PowerDsine, Inc., is based in Farmingdale, N.Y. PowerDsine is a founding member of the IEEE 802.3af Task Force leading the development of an industry standard for remotely powering Ethernet devices over the LAN infrastructure. As standards are adopted, PowerDsine will assist manufacturers in updating their Power over LAN solutions to ensure full compliance. For more information, contact : United States - Richard Bauer, president PowerDsine, Inc., (631) 756-4680, e-mail: richardb@powerdsineusa.com; International - Julie Shafiki, marketing communications manager, PowerDsine Ltd., 972-9-775-5118; e-mail: julies@powerdsine.com | |||||||||||||||||
ANIXTER INTRODUCES GROUNDING DEVICE TO PREVENT ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE IN NEW CABLING INSTALLATIONS | |||||||||||||||||
| This news has been published 14 Dec 2007 |
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Skokie, IL (January 15, 2001) - Anixter, the world's leading distributor of data communication products, has helped to develop a grounding device that eliminates potentially damaging electrostatic discharges (ESD) from newly installed telecommunications backbone and horizontal cabling. Anixter introduced the LAN Static Discharge Unit at the cabling industry's BICSI conference being held in Orlando this week. Ungrounded indoor telecommunications cabling can act as a capacitor capable of storing an electrical charge that can cause malfunction or damage to electronic equipment and semiconductor devices. Cable that is stored or installed adjacent to equipment that produces an electrical field-such as large motors, transformers, copy machines and fluorescent lighting-can absorb a charge by induction. Anixter began evaluating potential ESD problems in cabling in the spring of 2000, soon after one network equipment manufacturer suggested that some of its microelectronic cards at a customer's site were failing after being plugged into the cabling plant after the installation of new UTP cabling. Working with instrumentation and equipment manufacturers, Anixter helped to produce several prototypes of grounding devices for use with RJ-45 patch panels. The small LAN Static Discharge Unit, developed in partnership with ITWLinx, includes a grounding wire lug. The lug is bonded to a grounded rack or cabinet that is connected to a building's grounding and bonding busbar network. Prior to connecting horizontal or backbone cables from the patch panel to active electronics, a patch cord from the panel is inserted into the LAN Static Discharge Unit. Electrostatic charges are drained to the ground, and there is no further build-up of electrostatic charges after the cable is connected to active equipment. "This device is a simple and economical solution to potentially costly problems caused by electrostatic discharge," said Pete Lockhart, Anixter's Vice President of Technology. Anixter will soon be adding the new device to its inventory. For more information contact your local Anixter sales representative or call 1-800-ANIXTER. Anixter Inc. is the world's leading distributor of data communication products and electrical wire and cable (NYSE:AXE). Founded in 1957, the company now employs more than 5,000 people in 180 cities throughout the world. Anixter customers benefit from the company's technical expertise and market specialization and have access to best-in-class products through Anixter's partnerships with the world's leading manufacturers. ITWLinx is a division of Illinois Tool Works, Inc. (NYSE:ITW). ITW is a $9.3 billion diversified manufacturer of highly engineered components andindustrial systems. The company consists of more than 500 decentralized operations in 40 countries and employs approximately 52,800 people. | |||||||||||||||||
Lantronix Announces Pact With FutureSmart | |||||||||||||||||
| This news has been published 14 Dec 2007 |
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Lantronix, Inc. (Nasdaq: LTRX) today announced an agreement with FutureSmart, a pioneer in the structured wiring and home networking market, to combine the company's award-winning Premise SYS Automation Software with FutureSmart's structured wiring panel and server. The resulting control server more easily and affordably delivers enhanced entertainment through media management, Web access to security cameras, and automation and communications benefits. "We chose Premise SYS for our control server products because it is built on Microsoft Windows standards, enabling our installer/integrator channel to easily develop and customize applications for their customers using familiar programming languages," said Jacqueline Soechtig, chief executive officer of FutureSmart. "The net result is that installer/integrators can dramatically cut their programming time and expand their services, causing an immediate positive affect on their bottom line, while maintaining the highest levels of customer satisfaction." FutureSmart's home network distribution panels are well known for their flexibility and performance among builders, installers and homeowners. With standard CAT5e wiring and a new Premise SYS-enhanced control server from FutureSmart, a home can have a state-of-the-art, easily upgradeable, high-speed networking backbone that future-proofs the home against technology advancements. Due to its open standards, Premise SYS enables FutureSmart control servers to take full advantage of a growing variety of smart-home services and devices that run on a network backbone, such as multi-zone video, whole-house audio, security camera monitoring on any display in the home, integrated comprehensive home security functions, integrated lighting, shared high-speed Internet access, and much more. "We're very pleased that FutureSmart chose Premise SYS to manage their control servers," says Dan Quigley, vice president and general manager of Lantronix. "It's further validation of the central role our technology plays in the industry-wide shift toward open standards-based home- and building-automation solutions." Installer/integrators who previously used proprietary automation systems can now choose from thousands of lighting, climate control, entertainment, security, and other devices -- regardless of manufacturer -- to integrate all the subsystems in a home onto one Ethernet backbone. This integration capability gives installer/integrators the reliability, flexibility and affordability they need to satisfy increasingly diverse customer requirements. | |||||||||||||||||
Research Shows 82 Percent of Surveyed IT Managers Will Specify High-Performance LAN Cabling for Future Networking Needs | |||||||||||||||||
| This news has been published 14 Dec 2007 |
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Monday November 4, 8:09 am ET - Study Confirms Users Have Less Network Downtime With Category 6 Cabling BASKING RIDGE, N.J., Nov. 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Avaya Inc. (NYSE: AV - News), a leading global provider of communications networks and services for businesses, today announced the company's own research shows 82 percent of enterprise network decision makers surveyed will specify Category 6 high-performance cabling in their next installation. Ratified in June 2002 and September 2002 respectively, the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) and ISO/IEC Category 6/Class E cabling standards establish a benchmark for network performance in Local Area Networks (LANs). The Avaya SYSTIMAX® Structured Connectivity Solutions (SCS) research report, "Cabling Infrastructure: Ready for Tomorrow's Network Traffic or Heading for Congestion," surveyed more than 2,000 organizations in 38 countries. The report also found that 28 percent of the complete sample have already installed high-performance Category 6 cabling. Cabling that meets Category 6 standards gives businesses the infrastructure performance they need to increase productivity through greater use of networked systems. It enables the reliable, high-speed communication essential to handle the extra traffic generated by greater use of networked, productivity-enhancing software. Avaya's SYSTIMAX GigaSPEED® XL Solution, available since April 2002, guarantees electrical performance that is 400 percent better than the Category 6 standards. This extra performance is of particular value with applications such as video and Voice over IP (VoIP) that demand support of 1 gigabit, or 1 billion bits, per second (Gb/s) transmission to meet their bandwidth and quality of service requirements. For example, the research shows that 19 percent of respondents were already using video conferencing and 27 percent intend to increase their use of multimedia video applications, including video conferencing. Demand for quality and reliability on the rise The research revealed that network downtime, together with moves, adds and changes, is costing businesses millions of dollars in lost productivity. From research data, it is estimated, for example, that downtime is costing companies with more than 7,500 network users an average US$5.5 million annually in lost employee productivity alone. The significance of these losses is widely recognized by respondents. Network downtime was cited as the issue of greatest concern more often than any other. Unprompted, 26 percent of respondents said downtime was the most likely network issue to keep them awake at night and a further 15 percent said degraded network performance was their biggest worry. Network downtime experienced by users of Category 6 cabling was less than among users of Category 5 and 5e solutions. Among the global sample, only eight percent of Category 6 users experience more than five hours a month downtime compared with 11 percent among users of Category 5 and 5e. "Respondents who said downtime had a major impact on productivity were the most likely to be deploying fast networking technology in the horizontal, but their deployment of Category 6 cabling was only marginally above the average for all respondents," said Dennis Curtis, vice president and general manager, Avaya Connectivity Solutions. "As a result, when traffic levels grow, some of these organizations may find their cabling has too little headroom to avoid long wait times and poor streaming media quality when traffic peaks." The importance of quality in selecting a cabling infrastructure was, however, widely recognized. Thirty eight-percent put product quality at the top of their list of priorities, twice as many as the next most commonly named criterion, technical performance. Faster networking drives backbone upgrades Organizations worldwide have also been upgrading their networking technology at the same time as cabling. Gigabit Ethernet is now used by 31 percent of respondents in the Local Area Network (LAN) horizontal. Within five years, 73 percent anticipated using this 1 Gb/s technology. Notably, 26 percent of respondents expected to adopt even faster 10 Gb/s connections in horizontal applications, indicating a very high demand for speed and reliability in network infrastructures. In the backbone, the shift to 10 Gb/s technology has already begun. Currently 7.2 percent of the global sample said they were using 10 Gigabit Ethernet and 4.4 percent were using 10 Gb/s laser optimized multimode fiber cabling in the backbone. Rapid acceleration in the use of 10 Gb/s in the backbone is anticipated in the next 5 years with 59 percent of respondents expecting to deploy it in their backbone by then. Despite this high proportion of the sample intending to adopt 10Gb/s in the network backbone where traffic from horizontal connections is consolidated, only 21 per cent were aware that new standards for 10 Gb/s laser optimized multimode fiber bad been ratified. "Network and IT managers must soon make decisions on upgrading backbone applications and cabling to handle the extra traffic they have planned for in the horizontal," added Curtis. "There are choices to be made between laser optimized multimode fiber which utilize less expensive electronics and singlemode fiber which requires more complex electronics, but low awareness of new fiber standards suggests some managers lack the information they need to make the right decisions in this area." Notes Research Methodology IT professionals were invited to participate in the survey via an Internet Web portal during August and September 2002 using a questionnaire designed for clarity and simplicity. Its 22 questions were available in 12 languages, enabling network and IT managers to respond in the language they preferred. The 2,047 IT professionals who took part in the research were from a representative sample of SYSTIMAX SCS and non-SYSTIMAX SCS customers in 38 countries worldwide. They spanned organizations with between 50 and 10,000+ network users across all industry sectors. About Avaya Avaya Inc. designs, builds and manages communications networks for more than one million businesses around the world, including 90 percent of the Fortune 500. A world leader in secure and reliable Internet Protocol (IP) telephony systems, communications software applications and services, Avaya is driving the convergence of voice and data applications across IT networks enabling businesses large and small to leverage existing and new networks to enhance value, improve productivity and gain competitive advantage. For more information visit the Avaya website: http://www.avaya.com Source: Avaya Inc. | |||||||||||||||||
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