HANNOVER, GERMANY: Network Technologies Inc (NTI) today announced that the testing center at Sun Microsystems has verified the compatibility of their new Universal USB KVM switches with Sun USB-enabled computers. The KEEMUX-USBV-nU controls up to 32 USB-enabled computers with one USB keyboard, USB mouse and VGA monitor. Users can boot all attached computers in one operation, thanks to NTI's patented USB electronic autoboot technology. (Other USB KVM switches require individual, sequential boot-up.) This switch supports any USB-enhanced computer, including the following:

• SUN Blade 100s, 1000s, SUN Rays and Sun Fire 280R™s. SUN extra keys are emulated on USB keyboards with Windows keyboard layouts.
• PCs with USB ports.
• MAC G3/G4s. Supports Mac soft (keyboard) power-on capability.
  
  
  

Raghav Mehta, sales engineer at NTI, reports that "Our USB KVM switches are unique in flawlessly supporting SUN USB computers and control by USB peripherals. This switch delivers both superior performance and value." Mr. Mehta will be demonstrating this switch at the CEBIT trade show (Hall 16, Stand B22, Booth #F8) in Hannover, Germany, March 13-21, 2002.

Additional information on NTI's complete line of innovative KVM solutions (with online buying for some products) can be accessed at http://www.nti1.com. Responsive customer service and technical support are also available to assist with product selection and user questions by phone at 800-742-8324, by fax at 330-562-1999, or by e-mail at sales@ntigo.com. NTI units connect between computers and peripherals, are easy to use, and require no special tools or software for immediate operation. Customer satisfaction is supported with a one-year warranty on all parts and labor and a 30-day satisfaction guarantee.

Recent improvements to the 2 port KEEMUX-USBV-2U include a durable, compact case (WxDxH = 5.2 x 4.25 x 1.25 inches) and Broadcast Mode for easy control, at an affordable price of $245. All models feature crisp and clear 1900x1200 video resolution, supported at a bandwidth of 150 MHz. Internal microprocessors provide error-free emulation of keyboard and mouse 100% of the time. Users select the desired CPU channels with the front-panel pushbuttons or with hot-keys. Keyboard and mouse are hot-pluggable - with no need to power-cycle the switch. The required VGA multiscan monitor is connected by a standard 15HD VGA type connector. User devices, including USB PS/2, Mac and Sun keyboards, and USB mouse (including USB Intellimouse) are connected through a female USB Type A connector; computers are attached through a female USB Type B connector. Prices range from $245 to $2,660, and the switch is immediately available.

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