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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Belkin's New Data Center Solution Increases Network Performance, Security, and Control

Integrated solution of copper and fiber connectivity, KVM switches, enclosures, and UPSes benefits both end users and VARs

(Networld +Interop - Las Vegas, NV) - May 3, 2005 - Belkin International, Inc., the global leader in connectivity solutions, announces an integrated data center solution of copper and fiber connectivity, KVM switches, enclosures, and UPSes to provide the necessary foundation for optimal network performance and security. Belkin's unified approach reduces specification and procurement complexity for VARs while providing end users a comprehensive solution for deploying server, switch, and storage hardware.

Belkin is exhibiting its data center solutions at the Networld+Interop Show 2005 in Las Vegas, May 3-5, at Booth #2425.

VARs are highly focused on providing the latest server, switch, and storage technologies to meet end user IT challenges. Achieving maximum performance, security, and control from these components requires an integrated network foundation. Belkin's solution streamlines the process of specifying and installing that foundation.

Until now, VARs needed to specify multiple manufacturers' products, verify compatibility and channel availability, and deal with a myriad of pre- and post-sales contacts. Now, VARs can specify an integrated solution to wrap around their preferred component to provide their clients with a secure, high-performance network.

End users, particularly SMBs, require higher performance, increased security, and greater flexibility in controlling their network. Achieving these objectives requires components that are connected, mounted, managed, and protected properly.

SMB/Enterprise KVM Solutions
Belkin KVM Switches fit the specific needs of any business, government, or education application, whether controlling just a few servers or managing hundreds of local and remote systems.

Benefits

• Simplified management with enhanced monitoring, local/remote accessibility, and security
• Flexible design: Belkin meets administrators' needs for simultaneous access to servers and more rack and server room space
  • Flexible administrator access
  • Rack space-saving designs
  • Maximum KVM port availability
  • Multiple-system support
• Expandability: Belkin KVM Switches offer scalability and reduced cable clutter to adapt to server environment expansion

Copper and Fiber Connectivity
Belkin's copper and fiber connectivity line offers superior engineering and quality—products built with premium raw materials such as gold, copper, and optical glass. They exceed industry standards to support networking hardware's maximum throughput capabilities.

Belkin offers:

• An ETL-verified channel solution for both CAT6 and CAT5e applications
• 62.5/125 and 50/125 multimode as well as single-mode solutions
• Fiber options that include LC, MTRJ, SC, ST, and other popular, small form factor connectors

Racks and Enclosures
Belkin Integration Series Racks and Enclosures are built to exceed end user's security, integration, and compatibility requirements for servers, storage, and switch equipment.

Benefits

• Security
• Integration
• Compatibility

Networking
The Belkin line of Gigabit Switches allows you to easily upgrade your network to achieve gigabit transfer speeds. Designed to provide an efficient and reliable backbone for a small-to-medium-sized company, the Switches are offered in 5-, 8-, 16-, and 24-port versions.

Compatible with your existing 10/100 network and major operating systems, these Switches provide your servers and workstations the capacity to transfer large video, audio, and graphic files throughout your network. The compact case easily wall-mounts or positions on your desktop, and rack-mount hardware is included for optional placement in a 19-inch rack.* A metal chassis houses its internal power supply to ensure a durable form factor.* All ports automatically adjust for straight-through or crossover cables.

Belkin International, Inc.
Belkin provides end-to-end SMB and enterprise solutions in networking, racks/enclosures, and power protection, in addition to a broad USB and cable product mix. A privately held company founded in California in 1983, Belkin has developed industry-leading innovations, prized by channel partners and end-users alike for their dependability, customer service, and comprehensive warranties. Belkin has achieved over twenty consecutive years of dramatic growth and remains committed to making significant strides in the areas of research and design. For product offerings, awards, and further company information, visit www.belkin.com.