HP’s ProCurve division has just released the MSM317 Access Device which integrates an 802.11b/g wireless access point and a four-port wired Ethernet switch, which is part of the HP ProCurve MultiService Mobility (MSM) line targeted at managers of hotels, hospitals, dorms and apartments. The access points can be controlled by any HP ProCurve MultiService Mobility controller. The HP ProCurve MSM line is meant for enterprise customers who want to control and manage a large network, especially one that is used by VOIP phones, laptops, smartphones, netbooks, and televisions. The goal of the hardware and software is to implement security, roaming, and quality of service.
“Property owners and network operators can deliver multiple high-value voice, video and data services to guests and other occupants with these new solutions,” said Roger Sands, director, Worldwide Mobility Solutions, HP ProCurve. “These converged network offerings extend HP ProCurve’s product portfolio into a new category of innovative network edge products that help customers reduce the complexity of installing and managing their wired and wireless network services.”
My one comment about this new access point is: why isn’t it using 802.11n, especially given the list price of $350? Most manufacturers are releasing 802.11n products this year, and certainly vendors of wireless portable devices are rolling out 802.11n in their products.
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