LAS VEGAS, May 10 /PRNewswire/ -- Digi International Inc. (Nasdaq: DGII),
the leader in server-based communications solutions, is introducing unified,
open-server communications applications with its partners, including Microsoft
and Novell, at the Networld + Interop Expo here. Digi adapters combined with
leading Microsoft Windows NT- and Novell Netware-based applications provide
affordable routing, remote access and network faxing for small- and mid-sized
businesses.
    Applications and partners at Digi's booth (#5463) include:
    -- Fax Server: Tobit Faxware on Novell Netware with the DataFire RAS 8;
    -- Internet Access Server: High-speed Internet access aggregating analog
       lines, with Windows NT RRAS, Fatpipe Software's Internet access
       software and Digi's AccelePort RAS 8 56K adapter;
    -- Remote Access Server: High-density ISDN/analog RAS on Windows NT or
       Novell Netware, using the DataFire RAS 48 and Acotec Remote Access
       Manager (RAM) Software;
    -- Unified Remote Access/Fax Server: RAS and fax on a Windows NT Small
       Business Server, with the DataFire RAS 4 and LANSource FAXport and
       RASport Software;
    -- SNA Host Access Server: SNA Host Access on Windows NT, with Microsoft
       BackOffice SNA Server and DataFire SYNC 2000 WAN adapter;
    -- LAN Server: AccelePort XR-920 with PortServer II and 9100X Media
       Conversion System.

    "Network managers, resellers and system integrators are moving to open
systems and server-based applications to meet their converging communications
needs," said John Gaylord, director of product marketing and corporate
strategy for Digi International. "Small- to mid-sized businesses can easily
combine remote access, routing, fax and voice applications on PC hardware,
saving money without sacrificing quality and reliability."

    New Server-Based Remote Access Communications Adapters
    Separately, Digi announced the availability of two communications adapters
that provide 56Kbps and ISDN server-based remote access.  The AccelePort RAS 8
(US list $2,495) and the DataFire RAS 4 (US list $2,995) are immediately
available for shipment through thousands of value-added resellers and
distributors in North America.

    Three New Media Converter Modules
    Digi International is also showing three new media converter and
transceiver modules for its leading 9100X Media Conversion System, enabling
customers to use newer fiber-based ATM and Gigabit Ethernet technologies over
older media.  The growth of new media technologies has created networks with
coax, twisted pair, and single-mode and multi-mode fiber media.  Media
converters and transceivers link these disparate technologies into seamless
networks, extending the life of these various media and protecting current
media investments.

    About Digi International
    Digi International, based in Minneapolis, is a leading worldwide provider
of voice and data communications hardware and software that delivers seamless
connectivity solutions for open systems, server-based remote access and LAN
markets. The company markets its products through a global network of
distributors and resellers, system integrators and original equipment
manufacturers (OEMs).  For more information, visit Digi's Web site at
http://www.digi.com or call 800-344-4273 (U.S.) or 612-912-3444
(International).

    Digi, Digi International, the Digi logo, DataFire, and AccelePort are
trademarks or registered trademarks of Digi International, Inc. in the United
States and other countries.  All other brand names and product names are
trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

SOURCE  Digi International Inc.