Farallon Enhances EtherWave with ADB Power for Macintosh PowerBook
Computers

ALAMEDA, Calif., June 26, 1995--Farallon Computing, Inc., a leading
provider of innovative networking software and hardware, today announced
that it has enhanced its EtherWave Mac/PowerBook Adapter by adding support
for Apple Desktop Bus (ADB) power to allow increased portability for
mobile users. This enhancement eliminates the need for a separate power
supply.

ADB is the same port on the PowerBook and Macintosh computers that is used
for keyboard and mouse connections. Farallon's new product plugs into that
port to draw power and incorporates an ADB ' pass through" connection on
the ADB power cable so that users will not lose the capability of using a
keyboard or mouse when connecting to a 10Base-T Ethernet network. From the
ADB port, the short, coiled cable will plug into the EtherWave
Mac/PowerBook Adapter's serial port connector. This new product replaces
Farallon's previous EtherWave PowerBook Adapter, which had been shipping
since June, 1994. For those users with machines that do not have an ADB
port, Farallon will offer the power supply separately.

"We are always looking for ways to simplify the networking experience of
our customers," said Ken Haase, EtherWave product manager at Farallon.
"With mobile users, the need is even more critical, and this product
offers the increased portability and convenience that they require."

One way convenience and ease-of-use are realized in the EtherWave
Mac/PowerBook Adapter is by virtue of its connection. Because it plugs
into Apple's built-in networking port (the serial port), no dock is
required and it is easier to use and more reliable than a SCSI Ethernet
solution.

The second way convenience and ease-of-use are achieved is via Farallon's
patented daisy-chainable 10Base-T EtherWave technology that allows
PowerBook computer users to connect to an existing 10Base-T network
without requiring a free port on the hub, pulling more wire or
disconnecting an existing networked computer. The EtherWave Mac/PowerBook
Adapter offers Apple EtherTalk driver compatibility and works with all
popular network software such as NetWare, AppleShare, MacTCP, and MacSNMP.
The adapter provides a cost-effective means for connecting portable users
to a corporate network, offering full access to information and networked
tools such as file and print servers.

The EtherWave Mac/PowerBook Adapter is also a useful solution for mobile
workgroups who want the performance of a full 10Mbps Ethernet connection,
without requiring a hub. For example, auditor teams can easily set up
"conference room" networks to share and exchange information with everyone
in the room. The EtherWave Mac/PowerBook Adapter provides mobile users
with flexibility to create networks of any size, anywhere--with or without
a hub.

Pricing and Availability

The EtherWave Mac/PowerBook Adapter is currently shipping at an estimated
U.S. street price of $289--pricing identical to that of the previous
version. The adapter is covered by a lifetime warranty and can be
purchased through Farallon resellers worldwide. In North America,
customers can contact their nearest Farallon reseller or Farallon Customer
Service at telephone (510) 814-5000, fax (510) 814-5023, Internet
info@farallon.com. Farallon customers in Europe, Asia/Pacific and Latin
America should contact their local distributors. A list of Farallon
distributors worldwide, as well as complete company and product
information, is available on Farallon's Internet World Wide Web server at
http://www.farallon.com.

Founded in 1986, Farallon Computing, Inc. is a leading supplier of
innovative, plug-and-play networking products for personal computers.
Farallon's network connectivity products currently have an installed base
of more than six million users. Farallon products are available through
distributors and resellers worldwide, as well as through OEM (original
equipment manufacturer) and licensing relationships with other computer
vendors. Headquartered in Alameda, Calif., Farallon has offices located
throughout the world.

Farallon Computing Inc
2470 Mariner Square Loop
Alameda, CA 94501-1010
510-814-5100,   fax 510-814-5020

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