U.S. Robotics unveils broadband router for high-speed Internet sharing across multiple PC´s

Beeldmateriaal is beschikbaar, downloaden kan via:
http://www.usr.com/adbuilder/ab-download-networking.asp (Model USR848003)

Voor informatie over testen: svanderaadt@nl.brodeur.com

U.S. Robotics unveils broadband router for high-speed Internet sharing across multiple PC´s

Amsterdam - October 8, 2003 - Networking small office users just got easier with U.S. Robotics affordable, 4-port broadband router.  Available today, U.S. Robotics' new router safely networks multiple PCs via a single high-speed Internet connection.

Ideal for small businesses, the new router is capable of sharing a broadband or DSL connection with four PCs or up to 253 PCs by simply adding Ethernet hubs or switches.  The router is compatible with any computer's RJ-45 10/100 Mbps Ethernet LAN port to easily make a broadband network out of the user's PCs.  Most importantly, the device comes with an integrated firewall to protect the network and user's privacy from potential hackers while maintaining maximum performance.

"Getting office users online at the same time allows them to easily share data files and network printers," said Ute Kroboth, U.S. Robotics.  "For the home, users can share and transfer music and audio files and even multi-player video games.  The affordable and easy-to-use design makes this new broadband router an ideal networking solution for any home or small office."

U.S. Robotics new broadband router (Model USR848003) is available now and the recommended retail price is 55 EUR incl. tax. The router comes with a two-year limited manufacturer warranty from the date of purchase.

U.S. Robotics' broadband router installs in three easy steps with the included Quick Installation Guide.  The device's modular case design stacks with other U.S. Robotics' networking and broadband equipment for easy network expansion while minimizing desktop clutter.

About U.S. Robotics
For three decades, U.S. Robotics has been the world's leader in Internet access, delivering the highest quality and most innovative modems available.  U.S. Robotics provides wireless networking products for homes and small offices and DSL modems for broadband access and wireless Internet devices.  The company is partnering with key industry players and new technology providers to bring consumers connectivity solutions through its extensive worldwide distribution channel.  U.S. Robotics is privately held and headquartered in the Chicago area.  For further information regarding the company and its products, please visit the Web site at www.usr.com.

For more information:

Brodeur Worldwide
Suzanne van de Raadt
+ 31 (0)20 346 2000

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