New Modems: Xircom Ships Industry First RealPort Integrated PC Card Modem; Revolutionary Cable-Free Solution Provides High-Speed 56K Modem, GSM and ISDN Capabilities Worldwide

Edge: Work-Group Computing Report, August 24, 1998

Xircom Inc., the world leader in connectivity solutions for mobile computing professionals, Monday announced that it is now shipping the new RealPort Modem 56-GlobalACCESS for notebook users.

It is the latest addition in a series of cable-free RealPort Integrated PC Cards to be shipped by the company through October. This Integrated PC Card modem is a full-featured communications solution with high-speed 56K modem, GSM and ISDN capabilities for use worldwide.

The New RealPort Modem 56-GlobalACCESS The Xircom RealPort Modem 56-GlobalACCESS provides 56K modem and telephone handset pass-thru connections via a robust, cable-free Integrated PC Card. Designed for world travelers, this GlobalACCESS modem provides unique features for easy connections worldwide, including CountrySelect software and extensive international approvals.

High-speed ISDN capabilities and wireless data support for GSM and AMPS cellular networks enable users to access information any time, anywhere. BatterySave advanced power management provides power-saving enhancements that increase notebook battery life.

Key Features and Benefits The new RealPort Modem 56-GlobalACCESS provides notebook users with the ultimate in robustness, reliability and compatibility worldwide. Features and benefits include:

Robust Integrated Connectors * Integrated 56K modem and telephone handset pass-thru connectors provide reliable, cable-free connectivity. (For connector stress test results, visit the Xircom Web site at www.xircom.com/robust.)

* Uses standard RJ-11 telephone cords.

Easy to Use * Telephone handset pass-thru allows users to receive incoming telephone calls without disconnecting the modem cable.

* Digital Shield line protection safeguards the modem from high-current digital phone lines.

* Supports full suite of drivers including Windows 95/98 and Windows NT 4.0/5.0.

* Modem LEDs provide at-a-glance status information.

High Performance

* High-speed 56Kbps(a) modem capabilities.

* ISDN-capable for high-speed communications.

Any time, Anywhere Use * GlobalACCESS features including CountrySelect software and extensive country approvals ensure reliable, easy connections worldwide.

* Wireless data support for GSM 900, 1800, 1900/DCS, 1800/PCS, 1900 and AMPS cellular networks.

Longer Battery Life * BatterySave power management reduces power when adapter is not in use for longer battery life.

Investment protection * Flash upgradable to 56K ITU standard (V.90) at no charge.

Revolutionary RealPort Integrated PC Cards Xircom's patented RealPort Integrated PC Cards feature an innovative built-in connector system that eliminates external cables and solves the No. 1 problem facing today's mobile computer user -- broken, lost or forgotten cables, and broken pop-out jacks.

Eliminating proprietary PC Card cables lowers total cost of ownership (TCO) for IS professionals by reducing support calls, costly cable replacements and expensive user downtime. More details on cost savings may be found in the RealPort Integrated PC Card White Paper found on the Xircom Web site at www.xircom.com/rpwp.>"The RealPort Modem 56-GlobalACCESS provides our mobile customers with robust, high-performance 56K modem communications worldwide, without the hassles of broken, lost or forgotten cables," said Renee Bader, Xircom's vice president of worldwide marketing.

"As we continue to add to our family of RealPort Integrated PC Cards, we can offer a range of performance and feature options where every notebook user can enjoy the added benefits of cable-free connectivity," Bader added.

Pricing and Availability The RealPort Modem 56-GlobalACCESS may be purchased for $239 SRP and is available through Xircom's worldwide network of distributors, value-added resellers (VARs) and system integrators in the United States, Canada, Latin America, Europe, Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific regions. For more information on the RealPort Modem 56-GlobalACCESS, visit the Xircom Web site at www.xircom.com/rm56g.>Xircom is the leading manufacturer of Integrated PC Card, PC Card and CardBus communications products for connecting mobile and remote portable computer users to corporate networks, the Internet and other online services from a wide variety of locations. More information about Xircom products may be found at www.xircom.com.

Xircom has headquarters in Thousand Oaks, and has regional headquarter offices in Antwerp, Belgium; and Singapore. U.S. Sales: 800/438-4526; Telephone: 805/376-9300; Fax: 805/376-9311.

(a) 56Kbps refers to server download speed only, and requires compatible modems at both the user and server sites. Download speeds of 56K are currently unavailable in the United States. Other country-specific regulations may impose similar limits. Additional technical information on 56Kbps performance can be found at www.xircom.com/56.>

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