From: "Brad Rutledge" <brad@altatech.com> To: "lwn@lwn.net" <lwn@lwn.net> Date: Thu, 14 Sep 2000 09:26:01 -0700 Subject: RapidFlow Switches to be Unveiled by Linux NetworX at N+I Visit Linux NetworX at N+I Linux Business Expo booth #L400 RapidFlow TM Switches to be Unveiled by Linux NetworX at N+I 10/100 and Gigabit Ethernet Switch to be Incorporated into Linux NetworX Cluster Systems SANDY, UTAH, Sept. 14, 2000 - Linux NetworX, Inc., a provider of cluster computer solutions for Web hosting, ISPs, ASPs, industry and research fields, plans to introduce its RapidFlow line of switches at the Networld+Interop 2000 trade show Sept. 26. The RapidFlow Switch Architecture offers scalability, flexibility, ease-of-use and manageability for customers requiring accelerated data routing and reliability. RapidFlow switches are fully managed, wire-speed, non-blocking, stackable Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet switches that are incorporated into every Linux NetworX cluster system. Cluster technology is a method of linking multiple computers, or compute modules, together to form a powerful, unified system. "Our RapidFlow line of switches overcome the bottlenecks that plague today's router-based networks and provide the perfect solution for our high availability and high performance customers," said Glen Lowry, president and CEO of Linux NetworX. "We believe clustering involves more than simply shipping boxes with Linux installed. By integrating the RapidFlow switch into our hardware and software cluster solutions, Linux NetworX provides a complete end-to-end product." RapidFlow switches can support up to 64 Gbps of bandwidth, as well as 24 to 120 ports, operating at Layers 2 and 3. The Linux NetworX RapidFlow product line includes the Torrent 6g, 12g, the Current 24g, 24mg and the Cascade 24t, 8f. RapidFlow is the latest in a number of innovations by Linux NetworX to bring the most powerful cluster technologies to customers. Data sheets on the RapidFlow switch product line can be viewed at www.linuxnetworx.com and by visiting Linux NetworX at N+I Linux Business Expo booth #L400. About Linux NetworX Linux NetworX (www.linuxnetworx.com) brings its powerful cluster technology to those demanding high availability and high performance systems. With the use of cluster computer technology, a method of linking multiple computers through high-speed networks to form a single and more powerful system, Linux NetworX provides solutions for companies with high-computing needs, including Web serving, ISPs, ASPs, research, industry, government and other technological fields. Through innovative hardware, complete cluster management software and solid service and support, Linux NetworX provides end-to-end clustering solutions. To date, the company has built some of the largest cluster systems in the world and has developed unique hardware and versatile software to facilitate overall system management. Linux NetworX has offices in Utah, New York, Calif. and Texas with various international distribution outlets. About the Linux Operating System Linux is a computer operating system that is distributed freely on the Internet. As an open source project, Linux allows developers to share information, code and suggestions to continuously maintain and improve the system. Linux NetworX selected the operating system for its stability, reliability and rapid development. # # # Linux is a registered trademark owned by Linus Torvalds. All other products, services and companies are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. CONTACT: Brad Rutledge Linux NetworX 801-562-1010 ext. 2218 brutledge@linuxnetworx.com Stephanie Miller PPCH Public Relations 801-487-4800 ext. 144 smiller@ppch.com