SMC Networks Offers Multi-tasking Capabilities

SMC Networks Offers Multi-tasking Capabilities

With Newest Enhanced Data Rate Wireless Bluetooth USB Adapter of Bluetooth v2.0 Compliance

EZ Connect™ Wireless Bluetooth® USB Adapter provides much connectivity with Class 1 Bluetooth quality for more devices
up to 300 feet

New Delhi, March 27, 2006 – SMC Networks (www.smc-asia.com ), a leading technology provider of LAN hardware, broadband connectivity devices and SOHO/Home wireless products, today announced the launch of a cutting-edge wireless technology device, the newest SMC Enhanced Data Rate Wireless Bluetooth USB Adapter (SMCBT-EDR) in India.

Having Enhanced Data Rate protocol as part of Bluetooth v2.0 compliant, users can take advantage of its higher 3Mb bandwidth for multi-tasking abilities and faster connections compared to those of Bluetooth v1.2 or v1.1. The SMC Wireless Bluetooth USB Adapter supports Class 1 Bluetooth and has an operating range of up to 300 feet which, at the same time can multi-task support 3 connection tasks. In addition to less interference, users can enjoy features such as Adaptive Frequency Hopping (AFH) to increase the reliability of data transfer. The SMCBT-EDR’s Enhanced Data Rate (EDR) improves wider use of Bluetooth thus allowing communication of rich media (audio, video, large graphics such as digital photographs) applications with faster transfer and sharing experience.

“Bluetooth connectivity is a ubiquitous affair today. The availability of Bluetooth 2.0 standard with Enhanced Data Rate Protocol opens up new standards and facilitates the use of various applications that demand heavy bandwidth seamlessly,” said Jimmy Goh, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, SMC Networks

The SMCBT-EDR EZ Connect Wireless Bluetooth USB Adapter makes it easy to connect PCs to various Bluetooth devices. Users can set-up a personal area network (PAN) that connects up to seven Bluetooth-equipped devices. Wireless communication between devices such as wireless phones or PDAs to share files, transfer data, print and synchronize PDA information is easily established. In addition users can browse the web, send and receive emails, and use a mobile phone to access the Internet wirelessly. To ensure security, the SMCBT-EDR offers encryption and authentication to ensure security of the data exchanged.

With many recent products integrating Bluetooth functionality, the SMC Wireless Bluetooth USB Adapter is perfect fit for SMB/Enterprise and SOHO users who wish to connect their USB-enabled PC or laptops to several Bluetooth devices and work simultaneously without the hassles of running cables everywhere.

The EZ Installation Wizard performs the installation automatically. Simply put the EZ Installation Wizard CD into your CD drive, and click on the Install Driver/Utility Link. The wizard will perform the installation automatically. Then plug in your SMCBT-EDR into the USB slot of your laptop or PC, and you will be ready to enjoy the freedom of wireless Bluetooth networking.

Price & Availability

The SMC Wireless Bluetooth USB Adapter (SMCBT-EDR) retails at US$29.99 and will be made available with all major distributors.

About SMC Networks

SMC takes the work out of networks, with high-performance, easy-to-use connectivity products for businesses and homes. Leveraging its more than 30 years’ market and technology experience with strong attention to end-user and reseller feedback, SMC Networks has set the standards for quality, reliability, ease-of-use, and affordability in network solutions and components. The company continues to bring to market a host of affordable, high-performance products that benefit from the combination of its strong internal R&D resources, global manufacturing resources and strategic relationships with technology innovators. From basic to leading-edge, SMC Networks’ portfolio of products provides solutions for small-to-medium sized businesses, corporate workgroups, branch offices, and home and small office environments.

For more information, please contact:
Sundeep Mehta/ Hemant Dixit/ Tribhuwan Joshi
Team Orange PR
161 A, First Floor, Gautam Nagar
New Delhi 110049
Phone: +91 11 41841374, 41841375
Telefax : +91 11 41645445
Mobile: +91 9911150932
Email: sundeepteamorange {at} gmail(.)com