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Converged Wireless
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Proxim Wireless launches
pioneering converged wireless technology in the Middle East
Other Topics: Advanced Broadband
Wireless Technology, Metropolitan
Wi-Fi Mesh Network
Proxim Wireless
April 2, 2007
Proxim Wireless has launched a pioneering converged wireless product
line - MeshMAXTM - in the Middle East, with the support of its regional
partner, Online Distribution.
The MeshMAX range of products are the first in the world to enable the
convergence of Wi-Fi Mesh, WIMAX and Wi-Fi access all in a single
integrated device, and strong demand is expected in the region.
Wireless mesh networking could allow people living in remote areas and
small businesses operating in the region to connect their networks
together for affordable Internet connections, so the availability of a
new product range that simplifies its deployment is likely to be
extremely popular in the Middle East and Africa. |
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"MeshMAX is a new
multi-radio product that brings together WiMAX, Wi-Fi mesh and Wi-Fi
access, which may sound technical, but which could actually deliver
increased access and outdoor mobility to people and businesses across
the region," said Faizal Saifullah. Sales Director Middle East, Proxim
Wireless.
Proxim MeshMAX products are currently under evaluation by a number of
the Middle East's leading service providers, with strong interest in the
products' potential to integrate WiMAX and Wi-Fi mesh, thereby quickly
and cost effectively bringing connectivity for both voice and video to
remote regions.
Proxim Wireless is working with Online Distribution to help ensure that
companies have access to these new solutions, by generating
opportunities to raise awareness of the potential of wireless mesh
networking in the Middle East through a series of client and partner
meetings.
"Proxim's MeshMAX is the right product line at the right time," said
Sushma Kajaria, Business Unit Manager - Security, Middle East, Western
Asia and North Africa, Online Distribution.
"The convergence of WiMAX and mesh is a natural evolution in broadband
wireless, as it maximizes the strengths of both technologies, and -
given Proxim's strong reputation in the Middle East - we anticipate
strong demand for this product line," she added.
A New Kind of Networking
Service providers, municipalities, and customers planning to deploy
Wi-Fi mesh and WiMAX benefit from both Wi-Fi mesh and WiMAX to provide
their customers with the most extensive and complete broadband wireless
coverage.
Though both technologies are distinct - each with unique characteristics
- they often are deployed in tandem using WiMAX for backhaul and Wi-Fi
mesh to provide access to the growing base of Wi-Fi enabled devices and
multi-mode Wi-Fi phones. Until now, the only solution was to install two
separate units, one WiMAX and one Wi-Fi mesh. With MeshMAX, these
technologies are now integrated in a single compact outdoor enclosure.
MeshMAX products' unique architecture and compact form factor leads to
low equipment cost, lower installation cost, lower OpEx, and a better
return-on-investment. MeshMAX products minimize system latency and
optimize Quality of Service (QoS) which is essential for services such
as high speed broadband Internet access, video communication including
security and surveillance, voice communication, and IPTV.
Pricing and Availability
Proxim MeshMAX products can be purchased with a combination of Wi-Fi
Mesh, Wi-Fi, and/or WiMAX and are available immediately starting at US
$999.
About OnLine Distribution
OnLine Distribution Ltd. is a value-added distributor for data
networking products and services covering the Middle East, Western Asia
and North Africa. It is a subsidiary of Datatec, an international
networking and IT services group. Based in the Jebel Ali Free Trade Zone
of Dubai, the company has stocking locations and offices in both Jebel
Ali and Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. It provides its partners with technical
expertise, network design solutions, logistics and sales support for all
its vendors, as well as their large inventory of products. |
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