New 10BASE-T Hub Optimized for Novell Printing Environments

BOISE, ID, February 15, 1994--Extended Systems today announced a new
10BASE-T Ethernet hub optimized for Novell workgroups. ExtendHub ESI-4108A
from Extended Systems is the first Ethernet hub to offer users additional
functionality over traditional hubs by integrating Novell print server
capability at no extra charge. This advanced Ethernet hub design not only
allows users to connect their PCs to the network, but also allows users to
connect a printer directly to a Novell network By combining hub and print
server functions into one solution, ExtendHub offers valuable savings,
centralized printer management and increased printing performance.

Novell Print Server Built Into the Hub

Extended Systems' ExtendHub goes beyond the traditional hub design offering
users increased functionality at a very affordable price. By combining
standard 10BASE-T hub hardware with a dedicated processor to act as the
print server, ExtendHub offers workgroups maximum flexibility and
functionality in one easy-to-manage solution. ExtendHub provides eight
10BASE-T ports as well as a high-speed parallel port providing a direct
Novell print server connection. Now users can easily connect both their PC
and printer resources to their Novell Ethernet network and benefit from
the savings of an integrated hub and print server solution.

Full-Featured Novell Print Server

ExtendHub offers a robust Novell print server which allows users to turn
virtually any parallel printer into a direct network printer. No longer
are users limited to attaching the printer to the file server or required
to purchase a separate dedicated print server. ExtendHub offers a
convenient, economical hub solution with the print server functionality
built in.
ExtendHub's print server offers all the features you expect from Extended
Systems comprehensive line of ExtendNet and PocketPrintServer network
print server products. The print server supports NetWare versions 2.15c or
later, 3.x, and 4.x (bindery emulation mode only). Both dedicated print
server and remote printer modes are supported. ExtendHub comes with an
easy-to-use network printer management utility to allow users to install
the print server and set up print queues. Other features include Flash to
provide a path for future upgrades, support of encrypted passwords,
automatic file server reattachment, forms printing and support of up to
eight file servers and 32 queues.

10BASE-T Ethernet Smart Hub

In addition to the print server port, ExtendHub provides eight dedicated
unshielded-twisted pair (10BASE-T) ports and an additional port (RJ45 or
BNC) to allow users to connect ExtendHub to other hubs, to a file server
or to the network backbone. ExtendHub's LED indicators provide users with
complete diagnostic and status feedback regarding activity, link status,
collisions, power state and self test. ExtendHub supports automatic
partitioning on each port, disconnecting the port in the event of
excessive noise or data collisions. ExtendHub's re-enable feature
automatically reconnects the port when the error conditions are corrected.
ExtendHub ESI-4108A conforms to the IEEE 802.3 standard.

Integrated Functionality Offers Savings

"As hub pricing continues to fall, customers are looking for increased
value from their internetworking connectivity solutions, " says ExtendHub
Product Manager, Mark Willnerd. "ExtendHub was specifically designed to
address the needs of those customers who want more functionality and
performance at a lower price, " he concluded. Now for the price of a
standard Ethernet hub, users can solve both their 10BASE-T hub and Novell
print server requirements. For one low price of $535 (U.S. list price),
ExtendHub offers users all the functionality of a traditional hub plus the
flexibility of a dedicated Novell print server. ExtendHub ESI-4108A is
available immediately.

Reliability on Which You Can Depend

Extended Systems has been providing connectivity solutions since 1984. All
products are supported by a standard two-year, cross-ship warranty. A
third year is available free of charge when the customer simply completes
and returns the product registration card (U.S. only). Free technical
support is also provided. Extended Systems products are available from its
national direct sales organization, major computer dealers and
international distributors worldwide.

For more information about Extended Systems products, customers can call
800-235-7576 or 406587-7575.

Extended Systems
5777 N. Meeker Ave
Boise, ID 83704
208-322-7575,  fax 208-377-1906
Sales Assist: 800-235-7576,  406-587-7575

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