As networks extend beyond the confines of walls and buildings, point-to-point, wireless Ethernet links are more widely utilised to bridge IP traffic - especially across spaces that are too difficult or too expensive to bridge with wires.

With that in mind, Orthogon Systems built on the existing architecture and unique technology of its OS-Gemini solution to produce the OS-Spectra point-to-point, 5.8GHz wireless Ethernet bridge. Here are several of OS-Spectra's groundbreaking features and what they could mean to your network:

• Greater throughput over longer distances. You can benefit from 300 Mbps aggregate Ethernet data rates in 30 MHz bandwidths - this means less crowding in the spectrum band and less chance for interference.
• Higher performance over difficult terrain. With Dynamic Frequency Selection and Adaptive Modulation, OS-Spectra self-selects the frequency and modulation scheme that allows it to maintain the highest data rate with optimal performance.
• Redundancy for higher transmission success. Dual transceivers at each end of the link let you send two parallel streams at the same time, greatly increasing the likelihood of the communication getting through, especially over water or in non-line-of-sight conditions.
• Dual T1/E1 ports that bundle circuit-switched connectivity with IP service, along with an abundance of other Ethernet and circuit-switched options that suit your network infrastructure.
• Multi-level security via Orthogon's unique software, ensuring that each wireless bridge will only communicate with its matched counterpart, plus two levels of encryption with optional AES and VPN support.
• WiMAX compatibility integrates with your other WiMAX hardware and software, allowing seamless, end-to-end infrastructure management.

Whether you need to connect point-to-point locations across the campus enterprise, link networks around tall buildings, or provide service over bodies of water or difficult terrain, the power and performance of OS-Spectra is unbeatable. Let us show you how your business network can communicate with remarkable efficiency and a relatively low investment.

A demonstration unit will be in New Zealand in February. If you would like to see it working, drop us a note or give us a ring.

Brochures, Application Notes and general information is available from the Orthogon Systems web site on the link below.

All the best from the InTELCOM team for 2005.