American Power Conversion and Cogent Communications, a next-generation Internet Service Provider (ISP), announced today the selection of APC`s AC uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) and DC Power Solutions to help ensure NonStop Networking in Cogent`s all-optical end-to-end IP network.
APC`s UPSs and DC Power Solutions serve an integral role in helping to maintain system availability for Cogent`s hub sites and network nodes as well as the equipment located within the multi-tenant buildings throughout the network. Cogent`s next generation network is designed to offer 100 times faster access than a T-1 connection as well expanded bandwidth and to reduce overall network costs.
"Businesses of all sizes are increasingly reliant on complex network infrastructures designed to meet their exponential growth in bandwidth and speed requirements," explained Peter Rumsey, vice president of APC`s Enterprise Solutions Group. "The impact of any system disruption powering these networks can have far reaching implications. APC`s UPSs and DC Power Solutions are developed with the performance requirements of high availability networks in mind. Cogent`s build-out is a perfect example of this type of sensitive, high-performance network, and we are excited to be an integral element of powering it."
Cogent will be incorporating APC`s DC Series MX06, a modular, rack-mountable DC power plant to power and protect Cisco internetworking gear throughout its network build-out. The 3U rack-mounted MX06 system offers power factor corrected rectifiers, flexible output distribution and easy installation. APC`s award-winning Smart-UPS(r) will help ensure availability for connectivity and internetworking equipment located within the multi-tenant commercial properties currently being installed in major cities including New York City, Chicago, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C. Additionally, Cogent will utilize APC`s Web/SNMP Management Card to enhance network management with APC`s Smart-UPS units.
"In our evaluation of offerings from various power solution vendors we were impressed by APC`s technology as well as their ability to effectively and rapidly meet our requirements," said Bill Currer, chief operations officer from Cogent Communications. "Cogent is leading the way in building a first of its kind all optical end-to-end IP network. This type of endeavor requires best-in-class solutions throughout, and we are confident that APC`s comprehensive offerings will live up to Cogent`s and our customers` performance standards."
To learn more about all of APC`s award-winning power protection and management solutions as well as its service offering, visit APC`s Web site at www.apcc.com or call APC at 800-877-4080.
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Cogent Communications
Cogent Communications is a next generation ISP focused on delivering ultra-high speed Internet access to businesses in the multi-tenant marketplace. Cogent`s facilities-based all-optical end-to-end IP network enables 100 Mbps connectivity, a rate that is about 100 times faster than observed T1 capacity (or 65 times faster than the published rate of 1.544 Mbps). Offered at a fixed monthly fee of $1,000, significantly less than a single T1 connection, the Cogent solution makes ultra-high speed Internet access an affordable reality for small and medium-sized businesses, as well as large enterprises. Cogent`s network consists of a dedicated nationwide fiber backbone, intra-city fiber rings, and optically-interfaced high-speed routers. In addition to the four cities in November`s initial launch (New York, Chicago, Washington D.C., and Philadelphia), the company is rolling out service to nine more major metropolitan areas by the end of the first quarter this year. Cogent Communications is a privately held comp any based in Washington, D.C. For more information, visit www.cogentco.com.
American Power Conversion
Founded in 1981, American Power Conversion (NASDAQ: APCC) is a leading provider of global, end-to-end availability enhancement solutions which include surge suppressors, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), DC-based power systems, precision cooling equipment, cabling and connectivity solutions, power conditioning equipment, related software, professional and consulting services for Nonstop Networking, as well as power purchasing solutions through energyOn.com, The World`s Online Energy Store. APC`s comprehensive products, services and accessory offering, which is designed for both home and corporate environments, improves the availability, manageability and performance of sensitive electronic, network, communication and industrial equipment of all sizes. APC, which is headquartered in West Kingston, Rhode Island, reported sales of $1.337 billion for the year ended December 31, 1999 and is a Fortune 1000 and S&P 500 company.
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