Linksys Ships The World’s First Gigabit Expresscard Adapter

Linksys Ships The World’s First Gigabit Expresscard Adapter

Linksys ®, a Division of Cisco Systems, Inc., the recognized leading provider of voice, wireless and networking hardware for the consumer, Small Office/Home Office (SOHO) and small business customer, today announced the immediate availability of the Linksys Gigabit ExpressCard Adapter (EC1000). The Linksys ExpressCard adapter provides new notebook or PC users with ExpressCard slots for higher Input, Output (I/O) performance, hot-swappable functionality and a faster, more convenient way to connect computers to a Gigabit network.

The new ExpressCard Standard establishes technical guidelines for PC Card technology that enables seamless and compatible connections between client and host devices. As the next generation of PC Card technology, ExpressCard is expected to replace CardBus as the preferred choice for notebook and desktop modular expansion.

“Notebook makers are already shipping computers with ExpressCard slots. Linksys delivers a solution that provides users with the performance enhancements the technology provides. We believe this introduction will help accelerate the use of this new standard,” said Tarun Loomba, Linksys Senior Director of Product Marketing.

Linksys Gigabit ExpressCard Adapters feature an innovative design with a foldable RJ-45 connector for the Cat5e cable which helps save the connector from breaking when the product is tossed in a bag or carried in a pocket. The EC1000 also features low power-consumption which draws power from the ExpressCard slot directly; eliminating the need for external power supply.

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