SMC Networks Launches Hotspot Gateway Solution

SMC Networks (www.smc.com) announced the availability of its new comprehensive solution for Internet Hotspot set-up, the EliteConnect™ 2.4GHz 802.11g wireless Hotspot Gateway Kit.

Built to make revenue-generating public Web access easy, the new SMC EliteConnect Hotspot Gateway Kit makes it easy to deploy, control and bill for Web access in hotspot environments like coffee shops, hotel lobbies, transportation hubs and more.

The new SMC EliteConnect Hotspot Gateway Kit has a built-in 54Mbps 802.11g Access Point with a detachable antenna to distribute high-speed wireless access.

Easy to configure through a Web-based management interface; the authentication, authorization and accounting settings are supported either via 802.1x/RADIUS or by a built-in local database that can host up to 2000 entries.

The kit is anchored by the SMCWHSG44-G xDSL/cable modem gateway, which offers a combination of up to 4 LAN or WAN ports. An additional designated LAN port supports 802.11af compliant POE, so that repeaters and bridges can be placed without regard to availability of power outlets.

A leading provider of networking solutions for the SMB/e and all the way home, SMC puts its more than 30 years' experience to work for every product and solution the company produces.

Leveraging strong industry relationships in combination with experienced and talented in-house design and engineering, SMC continues to bring to market a host of affordable, high-performance products.