(openPR) - SMC Networks (smc.com), leading provider of LAN hardware and broadband connectivity devices, today announced the availability of its EliteConnect™ 802.11b/g Wireless Access Point SMC2552W-G2. Designed spe-cifically for enterprises requiring peak range, security and performance, the SMC2552W-G2 provides enterprise class wireless LAN connectivity for up to 64 users.

Ideal for organizations supporting a mobile workforce, the Wi-Fi certified access point offers a host of advanced features including Multiple SSIDs to allow the creation of virtual access points with one physical unit, Quality of Service (QoS) by using the Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM) standard for VoIP networks, SNMP v.3 management for integration into Enterprise wired networks, and high
output power to cover wider areas with fewer access points. Coverage and range can be extended further with optional high gain antennas.

The SMC2552W-G2 offers support for Wireless Distribution System (WDS). This allows bridging and repeating between other SMC enterprise access points to extend wireless coverage, without the need to run Ethernet cables. Up to six WDS bridge or repeater links can be specified for each unit.

Set-up and management are simplified via an easy-to-use web interface, Com-mand Line Interface (CLI), or SMC’s EliteView™ Management Software for SNMP-based management. Support for IEEE 802.3af Power over Ethernet (PoE) allows for simplified installation in areas where power outlets aren’t available and re-duces installation cost by using standard Cat. 5 cable to provide power and data to the access point.

To counter security concerns, which are a key consideration for enterprises, the access point provides enterprise level authentication and encryption including Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA/ WPA2), up to 152-bit WEP encryption, IEEE 802.1x authentication, 1024 MAC address authentication and disabled SSID broadcast.

“The new EliteConnect™ 802.11g Wireless Access Point satisfies the three key requirements for enterprise environments – security, range and flexibility. It also
demonstrates SMC’s commitment to enterprise wireless.” Said SMC Product Man-ager Olaf Olinger.

The SMC2552W-G2 is priced at £249.99 (RRP) and is part of the EliteConnect™ family of enterprise-class wireless LAN solutions.

For more information about SMC Networks please visit www.smc.com

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About SMC Networks
SMC Networks is a leading provider of LAN hardware and broadband connectivity devices. Globally, SMC Networks leverages manufacturing resources and strategic relationships to bring to market a growing range of affordable, leading-edge products; including Gigabit and Fast Ethernet Switching, Wireless networking, Broadband connectivity products as well as traditional wired network adapters.
SMC Networks specialises in solutions for the SMB/e, and the home. Worldwide, SMC de-livers network solutions through an infrastructure of VAR partners, ISPs and retailers.