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Modem Sharing Device Series (MSD)
The effective, reliable solution for communication cost reduction
Port and line sharing capabilities optimize leased lines, modems or computer
ports.
Highlights
Ports contend for shared resources
The Omicron's Modem Sharing Device (MSD) Series provides a cost effective
solution to optimize leased line, modem or computer port facilities. Available
in 2, 4 or 8 port configurations, the MSD Series lets any combination of modems
and/or terminals share a modem, multiplexer or computer port in a polled,
multidrop environment.
Synchronous or Asynchronous data support
Devices connected to Omicron's MSD Series can transmit and receive using
synchronous or asynchronous datastreams. In synchronous mode, the main channel
device clock, or any subchannel device clock, enables operation up to 64
Kbps.
Manual or Automatic antistreaming
The main channel broadcasts data and control signals to all subchannels. The
subchannel devices contend for transmission to the main channel device, based
on RTS/CTS handshaking. Occasionally, a port may stay active longer than a
preset time and inhibit other subchannel communication. The MSD Series
automatically or manually disables the offending subchannel.
Front panel control
Front panel LEDs and operating controls provide convenient access to port &
clock selection/deselection facilities and signal status information.
Stand-alone or Rackmount
The MSD Series is available in a stand-alone enclosures for branch locations or
19" racks for hub locations. Omicron's 19" rack is based on an innovative
modular design that is compatible with SureNet (See SureNet brochure for more
information). The Omicron modular concept provides a cost-effective migration
path for network growth by building on investment already in place.
Ordering information:
5100M-02 Modem Sharing Device 2 Ports (MSD-2)
5100M-04 Modem Sharing Device 4 Ports (MSD-4)
5100M-08 Modem Sharing Device 8 Ports (MSD-8)
Send e-mail to: info@omicron.ca