Duxbury Networking has launched a new South African designed tri-band GPRS modem for fast data transfer over GSM networks. The Duxbury GPRS+WLAN modem is geared for use at remote locations where it is able to set up virtual connections between a remote device and a central computer.
It supports data, SMS and e-mail messaging, incorporates a mini-SIM card reader and features internal antennae for both GPRS and wireless LAN (WLAN) applications.
Its slim design (11 x .4 x 124mm) and light weight (50g) make it ideal for use in a variety of handheld computers, laptops and PDAs as well as fixed devices - such as point of sale terminals - according to Duxbury.
Applications targeted include the remote monitoring and control of security services and vending machines as well as corporate fleet management, tele-service provision, and the management of traffic control and navigation systems.
Features of the Duxbury GPRS+WLAN modem include:
* Tri-band EGSM 900, DCS 1800, PCS 1900
* 3 LEDs for monitoring status
* Control via AT commands including GSM07.07 and GSM07.05
* IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.1x, 2.4GHz up to IIMbps
* 0/64/128-bits WEP encryption security
* DSSC, CCK, DQPSK, DBPSK modulation
* Drivers for Windows 95, 98, Me, 2000 and XP
* CE approval
* GCF approval
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