Resources for Networking Hardware

Companies offering computer networking hardware and network accessories for business use. Buy new network equipment or upgrade a wireless network with products from these vendors.
Multistation Access Units (MAUs)

Manufacturers and sellers of multistation access units (MAUs). more »

Wireless Bridges

Manufacturers and sellers of wireless bridges for networking. more »

Telephone Networking Hardware

Manufacturers of telephone networking hardware. more »

Wide Area Network (WAN) Cards

Manufacturers and sellers of wide area network (WAN) cards. more »

Used Network Hardware

Sellers of used and refurbished computer network hardware. more »

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VPN Hardware

Providers of virtual private network hardware and equipment. Purchase VPN firewalls for your business to protect VPN gateway servers and routers. more »

Digital Warehouse USA Inc.

A Leading Supplier of quality used Cisco routers, switches & other used network equipment & related services that reduce network infrastructure costs.

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Networking Hardware Key Terms


Many companies set up networks in the office to share files and Internet service. When setting up or updating your network, you will have to shop for networking hardware. For someone who is not familiar with network systems this task can be daunting. There are many words and phrases used by hardware companies that can be confusing, especially for someone new to networking. Learning what networking hardware key terms mean allow you to shop with ease and purchase the appropriate hardware for your system.

LAN

A group of computers and their accessories, such as printers, that are connected together by a server is a LAN, or local area network. A local area network allows you to share files and programs with other computers on the network.

E-MTA

E-MTA, or Embedded-Multimedia Terminal Adapter, connects a cable modem to a phone line to provide a combination voice and IP transfer. An E-MTA provides a dial tone for VoIP calls.

Femtocell

A Femtocell, or wireless access point station, is a device that enhances wireless and cell phone signals in an office building. Femtocells are commonly used with VoIP and Wi-Fi Connections.

Router

A router is a device that is used to connect the LAN and the ISP, or Internet service provider. A router allows you to have one Ethernet or cable modem and connect it to multiple computers, thereby giving more than one computer Internet access.

Ethernet

Ethernet is a type of cable or wire used to connect networks. An ethernet cable is thicker than a phone cord and is the most common cable used in LANs. Ethernet cables can transmit up to 100 MBPS.

VoIP

VoIP, or Voiceover Internet Protocol, allows users to make phone calls via their computer by using their Internet access as a phone line. VoIP refers to the hardware and software used to make the calls.