IMC Networks iMediaChassis/20 Quick Reference

September 2004
IMC Networks iMediaChassis/20
iMediaChassis/20 — Description
• 20-slot, 3u high and 19" wide rack mount conversion system
• SNMP compliant
• Includes additional slot for SNMP management module
• Rear mounted AC or DC power options
• Supports a second redundant power supply (PSU)
• Carries IMC Networks 6-year warranty
iMediaChassis/20 — Functionality
• Supports a 10/100 RJ-45 Ethernet interface
• Out of band (RS-232) interface or telnet
• DHCP client allows automatic configuration of initial settings
(IP address)
• In-band firmware upgrades via the Ethernet connection to
the SNMP management board
• TFTP client allows remote firmware upgrades
• Ability to validate firmware version during upgrades
iMediaChassis/20 — Pricing
The only optional extra you pay for with the iMediaCenter/20 is
the SNMP management board, all other options (e.g. rack
mount brackets, blank faceplates) are included. The street pric-
ing of the iMediaChassis/20 is competitive with that of the 19 slot
Point System.
iMediaChassis/20 — Warranty
IMC Networks warrants to the original end-user purchaser that this
product, EXCLUSIVE OF SOFTWARE, shall be free from defects in
materials and workmanship under normal and proper use in accor-
dance with IMC Networks' instructions and directions for a period
of six (6) years after the original date of purchase.
This warranty covers all electronics and electro-mechanical hard-
ware (i.e. PSU's and fans)
Competitive Comparison
Transition's Point System Chassis
Point System — Description
• 19-slot, 2u high and 19" wide rack mount conversion system
• SNMP compliant
• Rear mounted AC or DC power options
• Supports a second redundant PSU
• Carries Transitions limited lifetime warranty
Point System — Functionality
• Supports a RJ-45 10Mbps Ethernet interface
• Out of band (RS-232) interface or telnet
• Firmware upgrades done only via the RS-232 interface;
no remote or in-band capabilities available
Point System — Pricing
The street price for the 19-slot Point System seems competitive,
however, once options are taken into account the total system
pricing becomes high. In addition to the SNMP management
module, options you pay for include: blank face plates, rack
mount brackets, fan module, etc.
Point System — Warranty
Transition offer a limited lifetime warranty on any/all product pur-
chased after May 1st, 1999. The definition of 'limited lifetime' is
rather unclear, although the following comment appears in their war-
ranty statement:
"This warranty does not cover damage from accident, acts of God, neglect, contamination,
misuse or abnormal conditions of operation or handling, including over-voltage failures
caused by use outside of the product's specified rating, or normal wear and tear of mechan-
ical components. If the user is unsure about the proper means of installing or using the equip-
ment, contact Transition Networks' free technical support services."
The comment "normal wear and tear of mechanical components"
seems to offer Transition the ability to reject any warranty claim that they
feel.