Blu-ray Holiday Primer Nov 5, 2008
0 requirement of an Ethernet input means that any Profile 1 ... 0 players feature BonusView and throw in BD-Live, the ability to access updates and additional content on the Internet via the player's built-in Ethernet port. (Forbes -- Technology)
Maxatec Launches a new Range of bar Code Label Printers Nov 5, 2008
An easy to use 6-button display and side-load design, the printer is available with standard serial, parallel and USB connectivity and optional Ethernet or external 802. 11 b/g wireless networking. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
AudioCodes Announces HD VoIP Enabled IP Phone Product Line Nov 5, 2008
The 350HD Executive model has a large Color LCD. All models support HD VoIP. Power over Ethernet is optional in all models. AudioCodes has created a website landing page which includes all technical and marketing resources for the IP Phone Product Line. (Primezone Releases)
Nortel could cut up to 5,000 jobs next week Nov 5, 2008
Nortel also said in September it would try to sell its growing Metro Ethernet Networks business, which includes its optical and carrier ethernet technology and accounts for about 14 percent its revenue ... Duncan Stewart, president of Duncan Stewart Asset Management in Toronto, said he expects Nortel will trim between 10 and 15 percent of staff -- or roughly 3,000 to 5,000 people -- not counting a sale of Metro Ethernet. (EETimes)
New Fox Electronics XpressO LVDS VCXOs Offer 2.5-volt Operation; Industry Standard 7 mm x 5 mm Package Size; Expanded Frequency Range Nov 4, 2008
The new FVXO-LC72 oscillators are ideal for use in any application requiring an oscillator, including SONET, Ethernet, storage area network, broadband access, microprocessors, DSPs, FPGAs, industrial controllers, test and measurement equipment and fiber channel applications. The cost-effective Fox XpressO oscillator series is a breakthrough in configurable frequency control solutions. (PR Newswire)
Isilon's Fifth Generation Systems Chosen to Power Leading Hollywood Post-Production Studios Nov 4, 2008
3 Petabytes of capacity in a single file system and single volume, while the Accelerator-x delivers 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10 GbE) connectivity for next-generation, high-performance networking. "At CIS Hollywood, we provide a complete slate of post-production capabilities while still maintaining a truly client-centric environment," said Matt Ashton, CTO, CIS Hollywood. (PR Newswire)
PS3 Wiimote-style controller emerges Nov 4, 2008
99 which includes a 60GB hard drive, a three-month Gold subscription to Xbox Live, a headset and an ethernet cable, which isn't such a bad deal. Eurogamer has an at the new Xbox 360 Experience, and likes what it sees. (Inquirer)
MSI Wind U100, challenges Eee PC and Acer Aspire One Nov 4, 2008
0 though theres no draft-n as found on the Eee PC 901 and 10/100 ethernet is present too. Three USB ports punctuate the sides along with a 4-in-1 card reader. (iT News)
Silicon plants 10G Ethernet on motherboard Nov 4, 2008
Two chip makers have teamed up to create what they claim is the first chip to bring 10 Gbit Ethernet over copper to server motherboards ... Silicon for 10G Ethernet especially the 10GBase-T version geared for copper cables has been plagued to date by relatively high costs and power consumption ... "If you look at cost per Gbit, we are even lower than the Gbit Ethernet products," he added. (EETimes)
Analysis: Grim outlook seen for semis Nov 4, 2008
Page 1 of 5 (10/30/2008 6:11 PM EDT). -- Based on current guidance from many chip makers--especially the industry bellwethers--the fourth quarter of 2008 and beyond looks grim. (EETimes)
Compare: TV media players Nov 3, 2008
Rather than having to put a disc into them, they can simply use your home Wi-Fi or a wired Ethernet network to stream files from your PC to the television ... Most players have wired Ethernet for connection to your home router ... Apple TV also comes with Ethernet. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Microsemi Showcasing Newest Integrated Circuits and High Reliability Semiconductors At Electronica 2008 International Trade Fair in Munich Nov 3, 2008
For Electronica's 2008 edition, Microsemi will feature products targeting aerospace, lighting, solar and medical applications as well as its power over Ethernet technology ... New this year, we are demonstrating our digital advanced zone lighting solution for LED TVs and our PowerDsine(r) midspans that enable power over Ethernet upgrades. (Primezone Releases)
Platform Trends: Nvidia and AMD Take Graphics in Different Directions Nov 3, 2008
0GB/sec Serial ATA with RAID, high-definition audio, and Gigabit Ethernet. Memory support is a bit better: The 730i can use both DDR2 and DDR3 memory, offering clock speeds up to 800MHz and 1333MHz, respectively. (HardwareCentral)
No chicken in every pot Nov 2, 2008
"The needed infrastructure, such as Ethernet cabling in the ceilings, were built in, and switches that would be able to run the wireless were ordered [prior to construction]," Gritis said. Matt Federoff, VUSD director of technology, added that Apple iBook laptop computers were purchased with the money usually earmarked for textbooks, and "the wireless network to support it was included in the cost of construction.". (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
Computer Hardware Terms You Should Know Nov 1, 2008
Most pre-wired office spaces will likely have Cat-5 (or "megabit ethernet") cable stock ... Those seeking even faster connections, or who need to wire a space from scratch, should opt for which can be up to 10 times faster than megabit ethernet and will cost about the same to install ... Fiber optics promises speeds of five to 50 times that of megabit ethernet. (Forbes -- Technology)
Home-Office Network NAS: Buy vs. Build? Nov 1, 2008
This not only gives you instant network storage, but it also does so without using up an Ethernet port that a NAS device (bought or built) would require. Among the router manufacturers offering this capability are D-Link, which calls its technology , and Linksys, which calls it. (SmallBusinessComputing)
Review: ThinkPad X301 good for travel Nov 1, 2008
With just three USB ports, Gigabit Ethernet, and optional WWAN, the ThinkPad X301 keeps the same basic, business-focused feature set as its predecessor. The laptop still lacks a slot for PC Cards or ExpressCards, but we're not sure the expansion slot will be missed, given that Lenovo now offers the Gobi WWAN chipset with the X301. (CNN -- Tech)
Fans, skeptics argue on Fibre Channel over Ethernet Oct 31, 2008
Fans and skeptics argue on Fibre Channel over Ethernet ... This year's Storage Networking World Europe show focused attention on Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) ... FCoE is a draft specification for carrying Fibre Channel storage traffic over 10Gbps Ethernet cabling. (InfoWorld)
Juniper WXC 1800 speeds WAN traffic Oct 31, 2008
My WXC 1800s came licensed for a 2Mbps WAN link (up to 64,000 concurrent TCP flows); the system comes standard with two 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports. A manual bypass switch on the front panel determines if the appliance fails open or fails to wire in the event of a hardware problem. (InfoWorld)
60GB Xbox 360 LIVE Upgrade Available Oct 31, 2008
Additionally, it will come with an Xbox 360 Headset, an Ethernet cable and a three-month Gold subscription to Xbox LIVE. This is the good upgrade path for those looking to enjoy all that the New Xbox Experience has to offer including installing games onto your hard drive, Xbox LIVE Parties and more. RRP$149. (Smart House)
How To Combat Energy Shortages Oct 29, 2008
Metcalfe, a venture capitalist and co-inventor of Ethernet technology, contended that the research universities are the key to our country's success in solving the energy crisis, as well as competing teams of research professors, scaling entrepreneurs and venture capitalists. Metcalfe is known for grand pronouncements that are often--though not always--correct. (Forbes -- Technology)
Sony restructuring Crackle online video hub Oct 29, 2008
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Storage Technologies for a Slowing Economy Oct 29, 2008
Bryant outlined an approach for managing the explosion of information based on policies and procedures for information lifecycle, data, capacity, security and rights management, and engineering innovation through / virtualization, , next-generation backup and recovery, fabric unification, and (Fibre Channel over Ethernet). The Fibre Channel Industry Association (FCIA) featured a multi vendor FCoE demo, and the SNW Hands-On Labs featured FCoE exercises from Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO), Intel, NetApp... (EnterpriseStorageForum)
Grandis gains Darpa award for STT-RAM Oct 29, 2008
Page 1 of 2 (10/28/2008 8:20 PM EDT). -- Grandis Inc. has been awarded $6. (EETimes)
Reldata adds SAS integrated storage system for iSCSI, NAS Oct 29, 2008
The 2U appliance supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet ... Reldata 9240 customers can upgrade from Gigabit Ethernet (GigE) to 10 GigE by purchasing a dual-port 10 GigE software license for $9,190 ... The 2U appliance supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet. (Search Storage)
Sanyo unveils tabel top Internet/FM Stereo Radio Oct 28, 2008
4d inches) in black wood gloss finish comes with remote control, built-in WIFI, Ethernet socket, input for MP3/WMA players, headphone jack, ability to output to connect to an external audio system and the typically functionality you'd expect with a clock radio, including wake-to-internet or FM radio. Sanyo says the R227 will be available in Canada by late October and will retail for $220. (Digital Home)
Dell maxes its Mini Oct 28, 2008
The Mini 12 also shares the Mini 9's b/g wi-fi, Bluetooth, 10/100 ethernet, dual USB ports, VGA out (see photo below) and 1 ... Missing frills, as you'd expect at such a modest price-point, include gigabit etherneth, LED backlighting and 11. (National Business Review)
Prices Crash On New Model Blu-Ray Oct 28, 2008
Panasonic Australia's Product Manager of DVD and Blu-ray, Sophie Barton said, "This new model is enhanced with an Ethernet port to support BD-Live, and has an ultra-slim profile at just 49mm high. Amazing Full High Definition (FHD) home cinema is assured with high-quality sound from advanced formats and Panasonic picture technology designed for outstanding viewing. With this Blu-ray player and the latest VIERA FHD TV, you can enjoy the full potential of Blu-ray movie viewing.". "With quick... (Smart House)
QLogic InfiniBand Solutions Certified With DataDirect Networks S2A Family of Native InfiniBand Storage Systems Oct 28, 2008
Incorporating the innovative Virtual I/O Controller (VIC) technology, the SilverStorm 9000 Series enables hosts on InfiniBand fabrics to transparently access either Fibre Channel or Ethernet networks or both. VIC technology eliminates the cost and complexity of running multiple server physical connections for storage, network, and inter-processor communications and allows each virtual network type to scale independently over a ``single wire'' connection. (Primezone Releases)
New Blackfin microcontroller lowers cost, power Oct 28, 2008
The BF516 also adds an Ethernet 10/100 MAC and the BF518 supports the IEEE 1588 clock-synchronization protocol. Global IP Solutions has crafted its VoiceEngine package of VoIP development software for the new Blackfin family. (EETimes)
Time Warner Cable Business Class Launches New Ethernet Service Oct 28, 2008
--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Millions of businesses now have a cost-effective alternative to legacy private data networking solutions, thanks to the introduction of Business Class Ethernet, a service provided over the cable hybrid fiber-coaxial (HFC) network by Time Warner Cable Business Class (TWCBC), the business-to-business unit of Time Warner Cable (NYSE: - ) ... Business Class Ethernet which is designed primarily for small- to medium-sized businesses, or those without access to fiber networks --... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
AT&T and Verizon Video Execs to Keynote TelcoTV 2008 Conference & Expo Oct 28, 2008
Light Reading produces almost 20 targeted communications events including TelcoTV, Ethernet Expo New York and Ethernet Expo London, The Tower Summit @ CTIA, and Optical Expo, as well as focused one-day events tailored for cable, mobile, and wireline executives. Light Reading was acquired by United Business Media in August 2005, and operates as a unit of TechWeb. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Dell Launches the Inspiron Mini 12In Japan Oct 27, 2008
Like the S10 and the Wind, the Mini 12's feature set includes three USB ports, a multicard reader, Ethernet, VGA-Out, and a 1. 3-megapixel camera. (PC Magazine)
Baylor College of Medicine Continues Groundbreaking Genome Research With Foundry Networks Oct 27, 2008
Baylor selected Foundry's NetIron(r) MLX Series 10 gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) routers, FastIron(r) Edge X Series and FastIron LS Series Layer 2/3 switches as the high-performance network fabric for its new data center that will be the foundation for future research in the study of genomes or DNA in humans and animals. ADVERTISEMENT. (Primezone Releases)
Finding our next Sputnik Oct 26, 2008
American Ed Roberts invented the Altair 8800, the first microcomputer, and other Americans like MIT graduate Bob Metcalfe invented Ethernet, still the standard for enterprise networks. American-led IT invention, however, hit a digital wall around 1990, and most of the world's leading tech inventions since then have been by non-Americans. (Boston Globe)
Chrysler to Cut 25% of Salary Jobs Oct 26, 2008
Time Warner Cable Business Class launched the "Business Class Ethernet." Monroe County's ready to commit millions to several local projects. Kodak entered into a patent cross-license agreement with Nokia Corporation. (R News)
Sun Co-Founder Bechtolsheim Departs Sun For Startup Oct 25, 2008
Andy Bechtolsheim is leaving to focus on his latest startup, Arista Networks, which produces a high-speed Ethernet switch for cloud computing ... Andy Bechtolsheim, Sun Microsystems' chief server architect and one of its founders, is leaving the company -- again -- to focus on a startup he founded, Arista Networks, that produces a high-speed Ethernet switch ... The 10 Gigabit Ethernet switch is such an obvious next step over the 1-Gb devices that now predominate that you'd wonder why... (InformationWeek)
Sun tussles with startup over noted systems designer Oct 24, 2008
He left Sun for the first time in 1995 to found a Gigabit Ethernet company that was later acquired by Cisco Systems ... Arista, which shipped its first products earlier this year, aims to "solve the problem of interconnecting large data centers with high-speed Ethernet," Bechtolsheim said. (New York Times)
Time to patch Windows again Oct 24, 2008
For example, on a laptop with both wired Ethernet networking and wireless Wi-Fi networking, File and Printer Sharing should be turned off in both network definitions. If the Server and Computer Browser services are disabled, then some people might consider the last point (and the next) overkill. (CNET News)
Humax To Launch Freesat HD DVR Box In November Oct 24, 2008
In addition, you will be able to connect your computer to the Foxsat-HD via the onboard Ethernet port and the box can automatically be upgraded via satellite. Like most existing Humax PVRs, you will be able to record series, do live pause and rewinding, split recording and schedule tracking. (ITProPortal)
MicroNet RAIDBank4 Review: Storage You Can Bank On Oct 24, 2008
The preferred way is to plug the unit into a nearby Ethernet jack so you can access it from anywhere on the network through a browser-based administration interface. (Note: the RAIDBank4 isn t a device, as the network connection is only used for purposes of configuration or to get the status of the device. (SmallBusinessComputing)
Review: MacBook Pro Core 2 Duo/2.4GHz and 2.53GHz Page 1 of 2 Oct 24, 2008
All ports are grouped together on the left side of the case, including the MagSafe power port, Gigabit Ethernet, FireWire 800, two USB ports, audio in and out ports, and an ExpressCard/34 slot. The microphone is under the left speaker grille. (Macworld)
More of this story» Oct 24, 2008
Once you sign up for service, you connect your BPL modem to your computer or wireless router with an Ethernet cable ... The only requirement for connection to the BPL network is an Ethernet port configured to obtain an IP address automatically (DHCP). (Cassopolis Vigilant, MI)
Sun, Cisco Vets Join Linux-Based Networking Play Oct 24, 2008
October 24, 2008 Hot topics. Free Newsletters : lect. (Datamation)
Toshiba tips 40-nm process, but is Sony ready? Oct 24, 2008
com - Toshiba tips 40-nm process, but is Sony ready. Toshiba tips 40-nm process, but is Sony ready. (EETimes)
No Downturn Here: 10G Ethernet to Rake in $9.5B Oct 24, 2008
No Downturn Here: 10G Ethernet to Rake in $9 ... Networking News October 23, 2008 No Downturn Here: 10G Ethernet to Rake in $9. (CIO Information Network)
With Stamina And Speed Oct 24, 2008
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Co-Founder Leaves Sun, Again Oct 23, 2008
Bechtolsheim will assume the role of chief development officer and chairman of the board at Arista, which sells 10-gigabit Ethernet switches and aims to help companies take advantage of the trend toward "cloud computing," which involves hosting applications and data on the Internet rather than on desktop computers ... Right now, the key product is a relatively lean and low cost 10-gigagbit Ethernet switch: it takes up just one rack unit in a data center and costs about a fifth of comparable... (Forbes -- Technology)
HDTV Holiday Deals Oct 23, 2008
The Samsung LN-52A650 positions itself as the HDTV of the future, with a built-in Ethernet port for connecting the television to your home Internet network. At present, the TV can only access informational feeds with news and weather reports, but there's no telling what this kind of connectivity could lead to in the future. (Forbes -- Technology)
Sun loses co-founder to start-up Oct 23, 2008
Andreas von Bechtolsheim, a brilliant billionaire who has created some of the best-selling computer systems in the industry, is resigning as chief architect of Sun Microsystems to focus on a start-up that is challenging another industry giant, Cisco Systems. " In addition, Arista packages its equipment in compact cases that allow more connections at a much cheaper price than Cisco's bulkier machines. Lean staffing also helps Arista keep its costs down. The Menlo Park, California, company has... (International Herald Tribune)
Time Warner Offers Business Class Ethernet Oct 23, 2008
Time Warner Cable Business Class launched the "Business Class Ethernet." ... Ethernet allows businesses that do not have access to fiber-based network services the same benefit of speed and convenience ... Time Warner Cable Business Class launched the "Business Class Ethernet." Rochester videoconferencing product and accessory distributor PicturePhone Inc. now offers the latest generation of high-definition video communications products. (R News)
Lexmark Intros Affordable Color Laser and Multifunction Printers Oct 23, 2008
0 and Ethernet interfaces are standard, as is 128MB expandable to 640MB of memory and 250-sheet input plus single-sheet feed paper capacity. An optional Duo Drawer combines a 550-sheet tray and 100-sheet multipurpose feeder. (HardwareCentral)
Perfectly Clear ... Ink Oct 23, 2008
It offers an Ethernet as well as USB 2. 0 interface for workgroup networking (but not wireless networking). (HardwareCentral)
Toshiba: Let's reduce fab power consumption Oct 23, 2008
(10/22/2008 2:36 PM EDT). AUSTIN, Texas -- For years, industry executives have urged the IC and chip-equipment industries to collaborate in an effort to reduce fab costs and bring new technologies to the market. (EETimes)
Apple Polishes Popular MacBook for a Higher Price Oct 23, 2008
The new model uses a common Ethernet networking cable instead of FireWire to transfer all your files and programs from an older Mac, a process I found worked perfectly. All in all, though, Apple s new MacBook is a terrific choice for consumers and students, if you can handle the $1,299 price. (All Things D Blogs, CA)
IBM revamps disk systems to support z10 mainframe Oct 23, 2008
With FICON and Fibre Channel brought closer together, will there be further convergence with Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) ... With FICON and Fibre Channel brought closer together, will there be further convergence with Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE). (Search Storage)
XBOX 360 Options on the Market Oct 22, 2008
With the normal XBOX 360, you also get the headset and Ethernet cables that allow you to easily use the online version of the XBOX Live membership. The added benefit of having this version of the system is that it not only plays all XBOX 360 games, but also 300+ games from the first version of the XBOX. With the additions also comes a slight increase in price, but this system is the best option for the average gamer. (Suite101.com)
Building a Linux Small-Business Server Oct 22, 2008
The serial terminal is your life-saver when Ethernet goes south, which it will, and it's necessary for embedded boards and headless servers. See to learn how to set it up. (SmallBusinessComputing)
Chasing new markets with Intel's Atom Oct 22, 2008
Chasing new markets with Intel's Atom - Network World. Recipient(s) Email Address. (NetworkWorld.com)
Computer History Museum's top 3 individuals Oct 21, 2008
Robert Metcalfe, 62, who invented Ethernet, a network to connect personal computers that has since morphed into the Internet. Metcalfe goes way back in Silicon Valley - he worked at Xerox PARC, founded 3Com and persuaded Intel, Xerox and DEC (since acquired by Compaq, which was acquired by Hewlett-Packard) to promote Ethernet as an open standard. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
Opening the screen door Oct 21, 2008
"A lightpath is a technology that provides a dedicated, guaranteed-bandwidth, low-latency ethernet point-to-point link between two end points. These end points can be within the same city, country or across international borders. "The link itself is an ethernet link. There are no IP routers or ethernet switches between the two end points. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Dell primes servers for virtualization Oct 21, 2008
To get good performance, the connection is via Gigabit Ethernet or Fibre Channel; a good host provides many adapters for network I/O. ... The servers come with up to four Gigabit Ethernet adapters. (InfoWorld)
Storage industry braces for 2009 slowdown in storage spending Oct 21, 2008
This year the industry has been poised on the edge of a number of technology refreshes, including a move from hard drives to solid-state drives (SSDs) in some markets, and the advent of 8 Gbps Fibre Channel, 10 Gbps Ethernet and Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) ... The most impacted products will be those that requiring complex infrastructure projects, which includes FCoE. "I think for both FCoE and 10 Gigabit Ethernet you're going to see localized deployments, rather than the kind of forklift... (Search Storage)
Graphin to Announce Evaluation Suites for CMOS Sensors with MIPI Standard Oct 20, 2008
485Gbps HD-SDI) and Gigabit Ethernet (1Gbps). A parallel interface, a legacy and global standard, has a limited capacity in high bandwidth for data communications, and is gradually shifted into a serial interface. (PR Newswire)
NASA gets Hubble going Oct 19, 2008
Now it's ethernet drivers will crsh, windows messenger popups will be seen in every pic, and hubble will have to reboot every time it tries using it's flashplayer. I guess it's better than a vista upgrade ;) posted by : mrchilly, 18 October 2008 Search for solutions, reports & analysis. (Inquirer)