New release of FarSync X.25 for Linux

FarSync have released a new version of the FarSync X25 software for Windows.

The X.25 is now configurable by a GUI, supports 254 connections on each port (previously 254 for each card) and runs faster at higher line speeds. There is an option to support XOT (X.25 over TCP/IP) at the same time as the X.25.

Other new features are: OOB data for D Bit, Interuppts and Resets.

The software is supported on the FarSync Flex USB adapter, 1, 2 and 4 port FarSync Universal PCI cards and also the 4 port T4Ue PCI Express card.

For full details see FarSync X.25 for Linux. Download the FarSync X.25 Linux software

New multi function X.25 Gateway range to help users migrate from X.25 to TCP/IP

FarSite have launched a new range of X.25 Gateway's supporting more functions, more features, easier manageability and all at a lower cost. The Gateway provides a one stop shop for companies wishing to migrate from X.25 to TCP/IP.

The FarLinX X25 Gateway range consists of 4 gateways supporting from 1 to 8 X.25 lines. All the Gateway's support XOT (X.25 over TCP/IP), TCP/IP to X.25 data conversion and routing and an option to add support for POS protocols.

The Gateway is browser managed with, call and event logging, comprehensive operational statistics, SNMP alerts and resilient dual gateway operation.

The XOT support is new feature and allows users to operate X.25 SVCs and PVCs over TCP/IP. The XOT performance is particularly fast compared with other XOT offerings, allowing large number of connections to be established and cleared quickly. Using the FarLinX X.25 Gateway complete X.25 networks can be replaced by the FarLinX with WAN links running TCP/IP. The Gateway can operate as an 8 line X.25 switch plus XOT.

The Gateway provides connection establishment and data packetization services for general protocols to allow applications sending data over TCP/IP to interface to X.25 connected hosts and also routing facilities to select the appropriate Host from those available and maintains X.25 sessions to the Host as required.

For full details see FarLinX X.25 Gateway.

PCI Express 4 port synchronous cards the FarSync T4Ue and FarSync X25 T4Ue

FarSite can now supply synchronous PCI express (PCIe) cards for PCs and Servers.

The first products available in the FarSite's new PCIe range are the RoHS compliant FarSync T4Ue and the FarSync X25 T4Ue.

The FarSync T4Ue (product code: FS5450) is supplied with support to interoperate with the Windows and Linux TCP/IP stack and also an API. A Developers Toolkit, the FarSync SDK (product code: FS9507) can be used to develop the application to use the API. The product is application level compatible with the FarSync OEM T4U, applications developed for use with the T4U will work with the T4Ue. The full range of cables available for the T4U can also be used with the T4Ue.

For customers requiring X.25 the FarSync X25 T4Ue (product code: FS6450) is available, this includes the API and the X.25 Developers Toolkit. The product is application level compatible with the FarSync X25 T4U, applications developed for use with the X25 T4U will work with the X25 T4Ue. The full range of cables available for the X25 T4U can also be used with the X25 T4Ue.

The FarSync T4Ue and FarSync X25 T4Ue products are in stock and available now, see the full details in the FarSync T4Ue datasheet

Contact us for further details.

Update on status of FarSync products operation on Vista

The majority of the currently released FarSync products will work on 32 bit versions of the Microsoft Windows Vista operating system. Please contact us if you require details on any specific product and we will be pleased to advise you.

We can supply some easy to follow guidance notes for use when installing on Vista, see the Support page for guides available from the web site.

Development is well advanced on new releases of software compatible with the both the 64 bit and 32 bit versions of Windows Vista. If you require 64 bit support then contact us, some beta releases are now available.

The FarSync M1P PCMCIA card has changed

The FarSync M1P PCMCIA card has changed. Due to the unavailability of certain connector parts, a modified version of the product has now been released. The new FarSync M1P v2 is 100% software compatible with the older version. The only difference is the construction of the connector to the network cable. This has therefore also required a new range of cables for the M1P v2 card. These are electrically the same as the older cables, but with a different connector to the M1P card itself. FarSite still have a supply of the older cables for existing customers, see the table below for full details of the replacement products and the status of previous versions of products where applicable.

Customers ordering the older M1P cards using the older product codes will be informed that the replacement products will be supplied instead. Where cables and cards are ordered matching sets of cables and cards will be supplied.

Contact us for further information.

FarSite announce the FarSync Flex, the worlds first USB Synchronous adapter

FarSite have developed a USB connected synchronous serial adapter supporting X.21, RS530, V.35, RS449 and RS232C network interfaces operating at serial line speeds up to 2 Mbits/s. The device is believed to be the only USB Synchronous Serial line adapter available. No external power supply is required as the device is powered from the USB connection. USB 2.0 and older USB 1.1 host interfaces are supported.

There are 2 versions of the Flex product, the FarSync Flex and the FarSync Flex X25.

FarSync Flex - Key Features: X.21, RS530, V.35, RS449 and RS232C network interfaces, drivers for Linux and Windows, NDIS and SDCI Windows API, Raw sockets Linux API, TCP/IP over PPP, USB line powered, Toolkit available for using the API, Line signal modes: NRZ, NRZI, FM0 and FM1, Selectable synchronous or asynchronous, 2 Mbits/s, internal and external clocking, USB 2.0 and 1.1.

FarSync Flex X25 - Key Features: All the features of the FarSync Flex plus: X.25 and ISO transport protocol handlers for Windows and Linux, IP over X.25, X.25 Developers Toolkit. Sockets and Java API to the protocol handlers. Full Details.

Orders are being taken now, the first units will be shipped in April 07, contact us for further information.

Status of FarSync products operation on Vista

Many of the currently released FarSync products will work on 32 bit versions of the Microsoft Windows Vista operating system. Please contact us if you require details on any specific product and we will be pleased to advise you. We can supply some additional guidance notes for use when installing.

FarSite is developing new releases of software compatible with the both the 64 bit and 32 bit versions of Windows Vista. If you require 64 bit support then contact us, as a beta release may already be available.

FarSite today announced it has attained Microsoft Gold Certified Partner status

FarSite is proud to announce that it has achieved Microsoft Gold Certified Partner status, the top tier in the Microsoft Partner Program. FarSite has additionally achieved the OEM Hardware Solution competency in the Microsoft Certified Partner Program, under the device manufacturing specialisation.

The Microsoft Partner Program represents Microsoft's ongoing commitment to the success of its partners worldwide. The program offers a single, integrated partnering framework that recognises partner expertise and rewards the total impact that partners have in the technology marketplace.

The OEM Hardware Solutions Competency is intended for partners that that design and manufacture hardware devices used as computer parts, peripherals or accessories. Partners that attain the OEM Hardware Solutions Competency are recognised for their expertise in delivering high-quality hardware solutions and are provided with information and tools needed to expand their market opportunities and maintain a competitive advantage in the industry.

Microsoft Quote: "Partners that acquire the OEM Hardware Solutions Competency have demonstrated expertise and have a track record of building high-quality hardware solutions that are designed and configured with the Microsoft technologies according to customer needs and supported to ensure customer satisfaction," said Kurt Kolb, vice president of Worldwide System Builder Channel and License Compliance at Microsoft. "These partners are able to closely engage with Microsoft and have access to specialized resources to help them meet and even surpass customer expectations."

FarSite Quote: "We are extremely pleased to have attained Microsoft Gold Certification and the OEM Hardware Solutions competency" said Steve Scott, Director at FarSite Communications in the UK and China. "As customers expand and upgrade their information technology assets, there is a demand for high-quality hardware solutions, optimised to run under a Microsoft environment. FarSite will continue enhancing our hardware products for use on the Microsoft platform including supporting Microsoft Windows Vista in 32 bit and 64 bit modes, allowing our customers to expand their market opportunities and maintain a competitive advantage in their industry."

X.25 Protocol Guide

Now available on this web site is an X.25 Guide describing the X.25 Protocol and how it compares with the TCP/IP protocol and PSTN networks.

The guide is intended for Developers and Network Managers who are not very familiar with X.25 to quickly learn about the protocol. It should prove a very useful reference resource on the X.25 the protocol and how it is used in today's networks.

The guide covers the X.25 protocol, types and structure of packets , LAPB, types and structure of frames, the physical layer and using the Sockets API to interface to X.25.