WIZnet Unveils Low-Cost, High-Speed Internet Connectivity for Small Devices

SAN JOSE, CA--(Marketwire - Feb 24, 2012) - WIZnet (http://wiznettechnology.com/en/), a global provider of TCP/IT chips and modules based on the open hardware platform, today announced the availability of WIZ820io, a new plug-in network module which makes it easier than ever for open hardware developers to implement high-speed Internet connectivity. A mass production microchip version of the product, the W5200 Ethernet PICtail™ (Plus) board, provides low-cost, 10/100Mbps, half/full duplex Ethernet connectivity for small devices.

"The Internet itself is the ultimate open-source platform and our new WIZ820io technology makes it easier than ever to interconnect a new generation of open hardware-based network appliances," said David Kim, VP of WIZnet. "Our low-cost, easy-to-use Internet offload technology provides a key to unlock this new era of openness."

Available for immediate download and purchase
To download hardware schematics, drivers, information sheets, and quick start guides for the WIZ820io module and the W5200 Ethernet PICtail™ (Plus) board, to contact a distributor, or purchase the WIZ820io module online, please visit http://wiznettechnology.com/en/.

About WIZnet
WIZnet, a private fabless semiconductor company founded in 1998, is a global provider of patented TCP/IT technologies for embedded internet devices based on the open hardware platform. WIZnet Technology is headquartered in San Jose CA. Other WIZnet offices are in Gyunggi-Do, Korea, Hong Kong, Eschborn, Germany, Bejing, and Tokyo. For more information, please visit http://wiznettechnology.com/en/.

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