snom Technology to show Power-over-Ethernet-compliant VoIP Phones at Internet Telephony Expo

snom 360, 320 certified for IEEE 802.3af compatibility by PowerDsine

Global SIP telephone maker snom technology, AG (www.snom.com) has announced that its snom 360 and 320 SIP telephones have been certified fully compatible with IEEE standard (802.3af) Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) by technology pioneer PowerDsine (www.powerdsine.com). The snom phones were tested by PowerDsine against their own 'Midspan' PoE devices, and with PoE-enabled IP switches based on their integrated 802.3af integrated solutions. Internal to snom, the phones have also passed compatibility testing with power-sourcing equipment (PSE) from RedHawk, 3COM, Microsens, HP, Juce, and NetGear.

Power-over-Ethernet technology lets power be transmitted to compatible IP telephones over the same Ethernet cables that provide IP connectivity. PoE can be supplied directly from compatible head-end equipment (e.g., PoE-enabled switches). Alternatively, existing Ethernet networks can be retrofitted by inserting PoE between switches and endpoint devices, using standard 'midspan' equipment now available from a growing range of vendors. Use of PoE simplifies office and workstation wiring, and facilitates VoIP phone installation (and MACs). By enabling centralized power protection of VoIP endpoint devices, PoE makes feasible the design of robust IP telephony systems that can ride through power outages -- a must for mission-critical applications.

snom technology pioneered implementation of Power-over-Ethernet in IP telephones, obtaining its first PowerDsine certification in 2001, and maintaining its products in close harmony with evolving de-facto and official industry standards since that time. The snom 200, released in early 2004, was the first snom telephone compatible with the current IEEE 802.3af standard, promulgated in late 2003.

snom will demonstrate its full line of SIP-based IP telephones and VoIP enabling solutions at Internet Telephony Expo, October 24-27, 2005 at the Los Angeles Convention Center (Booth 530).

About snom

snom technology AG develops and manufactures VoIP telephones and related equipment based on the IETF open standard, SIP (Session Initiation Protocol). Recognized for its high-quality, customizable, and costeffective business solutions, snom is also differentiated by the company’s history in the VoIP industry, and its dedication to high security standards. All of snom’s software exists in the firmware on the phones – making it easier for users to download updates and new features. snom customers benefit from the interoperability and flexibility that the snom telephones offer, including plug and play integration and universal compatibility with any SIP-based telephony platform. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, snom technology AG also has offices in Italy, France and the US. The company distributes its fourth generation SIP phones through its network of more than 200 authorized reseller partners in 60 countries worldwide. For more information on snom, please visit www.snom.com.