Fremont, California, August 1, 2008 - Asante, a communication division of UIC Corporation, that develops Ethernet switches for the worldwide market, introduces seven new switches. These switches target today’s market demand for low cost and energy efficient products.

Asante provides both the IntraCore and FriendlyNet families of products. Products include Gigabit speed switches with advanced management, and plug and play, cost effective devices. The seven new products address the five billion dollar market that is growing 10-20% per year (Synergy Research Group 2008)

The high performance IC39480 and IC39240 are added as the new flagship products of the IntraCore family. The GX6-2400W is added to the top of the FriendlyNet product line. Features include:

• Best price performance Gigabit switch for port density, throughput, and features.
• Green Ethernet technology creates up to 45% power saving verses traditional solutions.
• Full Layer 2+ comprehensive management via Telnet, Console, and Web GUI.
• Single switch chip architecture delivers the highest possible product quality.

The IC3648 and IC3624, Fast Ethernet plus Giga switches, are added to the IntraCore line targeting the SME market sector. The IC3648 and IC3624 deliver VLAN, Port Trunking, Aggregation, and much more. Network infrastructure can be created or enhanced without hesitation. Designed for long-term reliability, the IC3648 and IC3624 deliver outstanding features at a fiscally responsible price point.

The FS4124R and FS4116R have been designed for even greater cost savings. These FriendlyNet, 10/100 workgroup switches are suitable for either desktop or rack installations. The FS4124R and FS4116R plug and play switches offer auto-uplink technology eliminating all need for uplink ports and crossover cables.

Availability and Pricing
All products are available to resellers directly from Asante. Stocking distributors will be announced soon. To participate in the Advantage Partner program, please contact Asante at: 
Voice: (408) 435-8388 
Email: sales@asante.com 
Web: www.asante.com

About Asante
Asante, a communication division of UIC Corporation, is a recognized global leader in Ethernet switching, enterprise technology, SMB (Small Medium Business) and SOHO (Small Office, Home Office). Business operations are centered in Fremont, California. Asante specializes in products, and solutions, which offer the greatest price performance. Asante brings 20 years of experience in the global market serving 20 million users. The Asante name signifies quality, reliability, security, ease of use, and the best price performance in the marketplace.

About UIC
UIC brings a 22-year foundation in design, manufacturing, and logistics, with a reputation for quick time-to-market. UIC performs worldwide sales, marketing, and operations at the Silicon Valley facility in Fremont, California. UIC has 220 staff at their engineering & manufacturing plant in Taipei that deliver global, multi-market, and vertical application electronic products. With UIC’s solid financial foundation and business experience, Asante will focus on technology development, support, marketing, and sales to the global market.