The Omnitron iConverter RS232 and iConverter RS422/485 managed serial to fiber converters transmit serial protocol over fiber media for industrial, data collection and security applications.
Irvine, CA, May 2, 2006 – Omnitron Systems Technology, a leading provider of Fiber Optic access systems for next-generation Ethernet networks, today announced the release of a new suite of iConverter hardware modules and software enhancements for service provider and enterprise networks. iConverter is the company’s flagship modular Ethernet access device platform, featuring managed end-to-end media conversion and modular optical Ethernet demarcation.
The new fiber-to-fiber modules include:
- iConverter 2FXM, a 2 port fast Ethernet Network Interface Device (NID) with integrated network management services
- iConverter 2GXM, a 2 port gigabit Ethernet Network Interface Device with integrated network management services
- SFP (Small Form Pluggable) transceivers for the new 2FXM and 2GXM NIDs, as well as the existing copper-to-fiber GX/TM and 10/100M NIDs
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Software enhancements include:
- Version 3.2 of NetOutlook SNMP Management Software, featuring new hardware support, auto-discovery for Omnitron devices
- Graphical user interface (GUI) control facilities for 802.3ah extensions and Omnitron’s Secure IP-less OAM management modes
The new NIDs are available in standalone units and modular chassis configurations. Plug-in modules can be combined in a 2, 5 or 19-Module Chassis and share data via Ethernet backplane ports to enable effective Ethernet access and demarcation for multiple customer access ports.
The new iConverter NIDs support 802.1Q VLAN with Q-in-Q to enable E-Line and E-LAN services; and 802.1p Quality of Service (QoS) prioritization for real-time voice and video over Ethernet. Bandwidth control is also available to deliver rate based service differentiation.
Omnitron’s new iConverter NIDs have built-in management to eliminate the cost of additional hardware to manage a one or two slot Ethernet demarcation point. iConverter NIDs also reduce costs with Small Form Pluggable (SFP) fiber connectors that provide flexible fiber connectivity and minimize equipment inventories.
iConverter equipment can be managed with Omnitron’s SNMP-based NetOutlook Version 3.2 management software, via third-party SNMP software, and via Telnet or serial console port. NetOutlook has an intuitive interface that can remotely monitor network status, configure equipment and receive trap (alarm) notifications. iConverter NIDs support Remote OAM management with either the IEEE 802.3ah standard or Omnitron’s Secure IP-less OAM management.
Secure OAM is an encrypted, IP-less management channel that enhances the OAM capability of the iConverter system and provides two benefits. First, it allows management of a large number of individual NIDs and high-density chassis through one IP address. Second, it provides an added level of security for the management channel that is not affected by customer traffic on the system. These comprehensive management capabilities reduce OPEX by enabling quick diagnosis of network problems, reducing truck rolls and maximizing user up time.
About Omnitron Systems Technology, Inc.
Omnitron Systems provides fiber optic access systems that accelerate the delivery of optical Ethernet services into the existing infrastructure of next-generation service provider access and enterprise networks. For product and reseller information, contact the sales department at Omnitron Systems by phone at 800-675-6410 or 949-250-6510, or by e-mail at sales@omnitron-systems.com. Omnitron Systems is headquartered in Irvine, California.
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iConverter is a registered trademark of Omnitron Systems Technology, Inc.
NetOutlook is a trademark of Omnitron Systems Technology, Inc.
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