D-Link launches broadband products; introduces scheme for mobos

D-Link has unveiled the DSL-502T, an ADSL router (broadband modem plus router) designed for the Indian market. With BSNL and MTNL announcing the launch of their broadband services, D-Link is now offering its other broadband products. 

Prabodh Vyas, Director - Sales and Marketing at D-Link India said, "In India, broadband based on ADSL technology would be the hottest technology in 2005. We are among the first vendors globally to commercially offer ADSL2+ technology, which is a much superior technology than
ADSL. We are offering this technology as the basic solution in India."

D-Link has also launched a whole range of broadband products that would enable users tremendous flexibility to fully utilize their broadband connection. DSL-502G is an external ADSL router that provides the convenience of both a USB and Ethernet interface. Two computers can simultaneously be connected to the DSL-502G through its USB and Ethernet port to share its high-speed Internet connection. It can also be connected to an Ethernet switch to allow more computers to share the Internet connection.

DSL-504G connects to an Ethernet LAN via a standard Ethernet 10Base-T interface using RJ-45 connectors. This arrangement allows several computers to be networked and connected to the Internet using a single WAN interface and IP address. 

DSL-514 is an ADSL router with built -in 4-port switch. It is designed for home and small office users, this device incorporates a built-in ADSL interface, cost-saving Internet functions and network protection for users from Internet intruders.

DSL-G604T is a wireless ADSL router with built-in 802.11g wireless LAN and 4-port switch. It is designed for office use. With its wireless capabilities, Ethernet switch capabilities and advanced router functions, this device installs a secure, fast network with bottleneck-free link to the outside world for offices.

Prabodh added that the company foresees broadband to act as an enabler for a whole spectrum of complementary technologies like
Wi-Fi, IP telephony, digital home technologies. It would enhance applications like videoconferencing, desk-to-desk video, interactive learning, collaborative working, telecommuting, video on demand, online gaming and digital entertainment.

The new broadband services are compatible with the ADSL2+ standard and is at the top of the list of compatible CPE equipment for broadband users. The DSL-502T is the first ADSL2+ router tested and approved by major Indian ISPs for mass deployment. 

Digi Giga has come up with a new scheme for channel partners. Known as 'Big Bonanza', it is point-based and valid till March 31, 2005. With the purchase of some products of Gigabyte, a scratch card will be given to the channel partner. The points mentioned on the card will be given, and thus can be accumulated or redeemed in the form of a gold coin or cash. Since the company has announced the year 2004-05 as 'Year of the channels', this scheme is to encourage and motivate channels to perform better. 

The Big Bonanza scheme is for Gigabyte motherboards and other products like VGA cards and ODD products. It is a two-pronged scheme - for Premium partners as well as value partners. On Premium partners selling a said number of products, the points can be transacted for a gold coin. As for value partners, the more the points are accumulated, the more cash they will get. 

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