Alpha Micro adds the Lantronix MatchPort NR to its portfolio of secure networking device servers

(I-Newswire) September 7, 2010 - LONDON - Alpha Micro Components (www.alphamicro.net), the independent franchised distributor of electronic components, today announced it has expanded its portfolio of networking device servers with the addition of the Lantronix MatchPort NR. Designed with additional output and inputs (I/O), the MatchPort NR will accommodate the demanding application requirements found in medical equipment, security, retail, manufacturing, building automation and smart metering.

The MatchPort NR is pin-for-pin and form factor compatible with Lantronix’s MatchPort wireless device servers. This allows customers to easily configure their products for wired or wireless connectivity through the simple swap of a module. With a simple connection between the device microcontroller’s serial port and one of MatchPort NR’s two serial ports, OEMs can create feature-rich applications, all while saving on design costs and enabling faster time-to-market.

The MatchPort NR is a secure, embedded and wired networking device server module complete with the following industry demonstrated features:
• Robust operating system
• Full-featured network protocol stack
• Proven, ready-to-use serial-to-Ethernet application
• Built-in web server for device communication and configuration via a standard browser Windows-based DeviceInstaller™ – making configuring one or more units in a subnet quick and easy

Christos Papakyriacou, Managing Director of Alpha Micro Components, said: “The high level of security and robust nature of Lantronix’s device networking solutions have seen us witness a significant increase in demand for their products. The MatchPort NR enables OEMs to confidently implement a cost effective Ethernet networking solution knowing that they have a reliable and industry-proven solution that will match their performance requirements. It will provide our OEM customers with a greater level of flexibility and its affordability will help open up new vertical markets to this technology.”

Alpha Micro offers the entire family of MatchPort device platforms which allow a vast range of machines to be securely managed and controlled remotely over a network. The MatchPort NR enables OEMs to future-proof their designs with the flexibility of delivering wired or wireless connectivity on the same board design with a choice of modules offering an array of price and performance options.

The MatchPort family offers a full range of embedded device servers including:
• MatchPort b/g Pro – includes an integrated advanced operating system and Web Server technologies that deliver WiFi networking with the highest levels of security
• MatchPort AR - turnkey, application-ready programmable device server module with highly secure Ethernet connectivity and advanced Web server capabilities
• MatchPort b/g – a full-featured, secure and embedded 802.11 b/g device server module

For further information on the MatchPort NR, please visit www.alphamicro.net/matchportnr

About Alpha Micro Components:
Founded in 1995, Alpha Micro is a successful independent specialist franchised distributor servicing the Telecoms, Datacoms, Security, Electronic Point of Sale (EPoS) and Machine to Machine (M2M) sectors with components from world-leading manufacturers. Its franchised product lines include Lantronix, u-blox, Sierra Wireless, Sagem, Teridian Semiconductor and the company's own 'AMC' range. Alpha Micro has built an enviable reputation offering excellent customer service and innovation.

What really sets Alpha Micro apart from the competition is its design-based approach to distribution and in-depth product knowledge in the markets it serves. For further information, please visit www.alphamicro.net

Company Contact Information
Alpha Micro Components
Clive Williamson
Springfield House, Cranes Road
Sherborne St. John, Basingstoke, Hampshire
RG24 9LJ
Phone : +44 (0)1256 851 770