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Extending USB beyond the desktop^tm with industry-leading patented technology

Icron is the global leader in solutions that extend the range of USB (Universal Serial Bus) connectivity. Our patented ExtremeUSB® technology is designed to enhance productivity and USB device connectivity options in industrial, commercial, and consumer or home environments.

Icron is effectively changing how the world utilizes USB devices.

Our ExtremeUSB based solutions allow users to seamlessly extend USB 1.1 and 2.0 devices over Cat-5 (UTP), fiber-optic, wireless, power line, or coax connections. The key advantage and benefit is that we enable this enhanced USB connectivity transparently with no requirements to modify drivers or make changes to the PC, MAC or Linux operating system or USB host controller in any of the implementations.

The company is focused on delivering a complete range of USB extension solutions, from IP cores to chipsets, modules and finished products enabling OEM partners, direct customer and end users to cost effectively implement and benefit from this flexible and powerful technology.

This technology is patent protected, USB standards based and has the unique advantage of being implemented in the only USB extension products that have been approved by the USB Implementers Forum - the industry body that controls USB technology. The Icron name signifies value, integrity and industry-leading expertise.

Some of our most exciting products are already making waves across the world.

• Icron created the first USB 2.0 extension solution that allowed devices to be utilized over 50m of Cat 5 cable (UTP - Unshielded Twisted Pair) and up to 10kms of fibre-optic cables.
• Our entry into the emerging wireless USB market with our release of the world’s first USB over 802.11 solution is a milestone for the company, allowing users to place their USB devices up to 30m away, wirelessly.
• Icron is also pioneering USB over Powerline communications, supporting the no new wires concept of using the AC power in your home or office to connect your devices.
• These products are filling a large and growing market gap and represent a key part of our unmatched and growing extender portfolio.

Communication drives much of the world’s business. In today’s competitive marketplace, more people have to share more data, more often. USB has solidified itself as the leading connectivity interface for personal computing, consumer electronics and the industrial commercial markets. With Icron’s technology powering everything from home theatres to factory floors; our products, management and rock solid reputation have positioned us as first in line to satisfy the world’s insatiable demand for USB connectivity…beyond the desktop.

Icron's customers include global market leaders such as:

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(as at March 31, 2007)

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