OREANDA-NEWS. June 02, 2011. Fujitsu today announced the release of new energy-saving and low-cost 10/100Mbps compatible Layer 2 switch models in Japan. The switches, principally used to connect devices to networks in offices and other business centers, are available in three models, SH1516C, SH1508C, and SH1508MC. Realizing low energy consumption, these models achieve an energy-saving level far above that required by Energy Conservation Law standards.

Strengthened environmentally conscious product design enables the new switches to reach energy consumption efficiency rates of up to 228%(1) of the standards established by Japan's Energy Conservation Law(2), delivering industry-leading energy efficiency among products of the same class(3). Moreover, these new models achieve up to an 80% reduction(4) in energy consumption compared to Fujitsu's previous models, dramatically improving energy efficiency.

This new technology enables offices to construct energy-efficient networks when replacing existing or installing new network equipment, providing strong support to offices in their efforts to reduce power consumption.

Furthermore, the energy-efficient, low-cost switches employ an eco-friendly casing design and are designated as "Super Green Products"(5) by Fujitsu because of their environment-friendly features.

Demand for energy-efficient network equipment in offices has emerged as efforts to reduce electricity consumption intensify in response to social issues such as power shortages and concern for the environment. Layer 2 switches are used to connect network devices in all sorts of enterprises, from small scale initiatives to massive projects, with some large companies deploying several hundred switches at a time. These switches are in use 24 hours a day and create enormous energy burdens in offices.

Fujitsu has responded to this demand with SH1516C, SH1508C, and SH1508MC, three new energy-saving low-cost 10/100Mbps compatible Layer 2 switches available today in Japan, supporting offices in their efforts to reduce electricity consumption.