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Smart Metering/Grid Platform offers end-to-end solution.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 07:29:39 -0500

In addition to meters with under-the-glass meter interface modules, Solo(TM) includes secure, 2-way broadband communication over power line; 2-way wireless mesh communication network to meter and home area network; and back-office software tools. Hybrid communication network combines Ethernet-based power line communication system with IEEE 802.15.4/ZigBee RF Mesh network to ZigBee-enabled meters. It also serves as infrastructure for additional Smart Grid applications.

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Standards-Based Wireless Mesh Network is ISA100-ready.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 07:42:17 -0500

Compatible with end-user driven ISA100.11a industrial wireless communication standard, OneWireless(TM) offers secure, multi-functional wireless network that can handle thousands of devices used within plants. It supports range of wired/wireless transmitters and mobile worker devices as well as HART protocol and includes system management software. Network can be upgraded to ISA100.11a standard, when it is completed, via over-the-air software update.

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Wireless Mesh Sensor Network suits control applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 07:35:39 -0500

Along with active and virtually-on frequency hopping technologies, MeshScape® 5 uses Persistent Dynamic Routing techniques to form self-configuring, wireless mesh network. This homogeneous TDMA/CSMA protocol, optimized for interference resistance, scalability, and lower power operation, dynamically adapts without human intervention. Utilizing IEEE 802.15.4 unlicensed radio band, MeshScape networking is suited for commercial and industrial monitoring and control applications.

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Network-Based Control System meets US gas industry standards.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 28 May 2008 07:48:19 -0500

Providing gas metering and control functions, STARDOM supports American Gas Association's AGA3, AGA7, and AGA8 standards used in North America, South America, and Asia, ensuring correct flow measurement as gas is transported between drilling and distribution companies. Series FCN/FCJ autonomous controllers can store control data and data from field instruments and facilities for access from distant locations via Web, enabling efficient remote monitoring.

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System provides control plane scaling platform.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 05 May 2008 07:44:25 -0500

Leveraging JUNOS single-source operating system, JCS 1200 provides independent scale of control and forwarding plane resources, enabling service providers to accelerate roll out of high-value services while minimizing operating expenditures. Twelve-rack unit provides 12 Routing Engine slots and connects to T-Series routers via redundant Ethernet connections. Enabling service-specific virtualization, JCS 1200 can optimize network efficiency by consolidating equipment.

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IT Appliance promotes network visibility and control.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 07:51:25 -0500

Designed for fiber optic networks, FlowLine 500-F helps IT administrators detect, analyze, and prevent issues such as excessive or anomalous bandwidth usage, undesirable applications/traffic, and server attacks. There are 2 SFP ports for data and one dedicated combined port (SFP+RJ45) for out-of-band management, allowing connection over copper or fiber networks. Solution can be deployed transparently, inline or via TAP (passive monitoring mode), in any network environment.

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Passive Tap provides total protection from network downtime.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 29 Nov 2007 07:42:49 -0500

Designed for 10/100Mbps networks, Distributed Tap combines high-port density - up to 6 full-duplex networks - with completely passive Ethernet components. Its internal vSecure(TM) design accommodates network throughput without disruption, ensuring changes in power status will have no effect on network uptime. Offering up to 4 Gbps total output, monitoring ports are independent and feature complete I/O configurability. Two monitoring ports are 10/100/1000 UTP, and 2 are gigabit SFP.

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Wireless Newtworking System offers long-range options.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 29 Jun 2007 07:44:13 -0500

Ad hoc, self-organizing, wireless mesh networking system, MeshScape®, offers options for extending communication range for wireless sensor networks. First option is adjustable to 10 mW (max radio power permitted by regulation globally), while second option is adjustable to 100 mW (permitted in North America). Modules for OEMs and mesh network devices extend wireless communication range for MeshScape 5424 modules, mesh nodes, and gateway.

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MEF-Compliant NTU expands Ethernet delivery capabilities.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 20 Jun 2007 07:40:38 -0500

Metro Ethernet Forum (MEF)-certified Total Access® 838 Network Termination Units (NTUs) enables new service revenue from carrier Ethernet delivery. Solution equips carriers with tools that provide feature-rich Ethernet service delivery over existing copper infrastructure. When combined with Total Access 3000 DSLAM, end-to-end solution can provide up to 45 Mbps Ethernet services to customers over copper pairs with minimal changes in infrastructure.

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Networking Solution is designed for security applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 19 Apr 2007 07:51:58 -0500

Video Network Enterprise Solution, V'nes, offers standardized network transmission solution that provides open path for true integration of IP and analog systems operation. System addresses different set-up and operational needs of Security and IT Directors to facilitate system integration and balance, while open path it creates allows integration of IP products from other manufacturers with any combination of V'nes components and software.

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Software shows real-time status of all IT equipment.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 07:09:18 -0500

CommandCenter® Secure Gateway (CC-SG) v3.1 helps IT administrators locate, access, and control servers and devices in data centers and branch offices. From one screen, user-defined Node View lets users view target servers and devices; all available remote access methods, in-band and out-of-band; and remote power management on/off/recycle options for each device. Centralized access gateway solution includes management dashboard for defining target device access and power interfaces.

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Firewall IP/VPN Service targets small branch offices.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 26 Jan 2007 07:03:32 -0500

Small/Medium Branch (SMB) Firewall is suited for offices with simple Internet protection needs such as encryption of financial data when processing loan information, or maintenance of multimedia website via broadband connection. Offering support for consumer privacy and protection initiatives, service includes 24 x 7 monitoring and repair/replacement options. It enables workers, contractors, and small offices to securely connect to vendors and other institutions.

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Network Control Board uses dual Intel Xeon processors.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 25 Jan 2007 06:32:58 -0500

Dual-socketed MB-09015 suits enterprise network security, anti-spam, antivirus, load balancing, firewall, and UTM applications. Along with Intel® E7520 chipset that supports 800 MHz FSB and EM64T, board features 10 GbE LAN Ports with optional bypass Ethernet module. It supports up to 16 GB DDR2 system memory, and PCI-Express technology provides total system bandwidth of 32 Gbps. Along with multiple connectivity options, board offers watchdog timer and hardware system monitoring.

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Network Software is designed for packet recorder appliances.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 05 Dec 2006 07:46:34 -0500

Facilitating management of packet capture, storage, and retrieval, Control Center web-based interface software allows network administrators and security analysts to regulate physical capture, virtual replay, or regeneration processes. Filters can be created and applied to network data stream before capture or upon replay, while PCAP files/PCAP header files of stored network data can be downloaded. Users can also view graphical and numerical status of key system metrics.

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Service allows users to provision optical bandwidth.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 01 Dec 2006 07:59:11 -0500

Optical Mesh Service enables enterprise and wholesale customers to build and self-administer their own SONET network using AT&T BusinessDirect® customer portal. It permits users to take direct control over their network with ability to reallocate bandwidth as needed by increasing or decreasing capacity in real time. Service is powered by self-healing Intelligent Optical Network that connects multiple offices and locations.

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NCCM Solution supports role-based access control.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 22 Nov 2006 07:43:45 -0500

ManageEngine DeviceExpert v4.1 lets Network Administrators manage configurations of over 240 network devices from 15 different vendors. Along with detailed operation audit trail capabilities, this Network Change and Configuration Management (NCCM) solution provides control to approve configuration changes made by operators before they are applied to device. It also offers disaster recovery for DeviceExpert database and supports management of devices present outside private network.

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Appliances promote mid-market cross-platform IT automation.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 06 Oct 2006 07:46:06 -0500

Available in versions for handling 100-1,000 or 1,000+ systems, KBOX(TM) 1000 Series turnkey IT automation appliances enable management of laptops, desktops, servers, and other network devices across Windows, Linux (Red Hat), and Mac OS X operating systems. Secure systems management appliances provide end-to-end systems management, including inventory, patch management, and scripting and policy configuration. They also offer remote control, alerting, and audit capabilities.

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Network Appliances eliminate dropped VoIP calls.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 06 Oct 2006 07:45:54 -0500

Utilizing VoIP Matrix Technology(TM) clustering technique, RN 20, RN 40, and RN 41 facilitate carrier- and enterprise-grade VoIP deployments. Technology promotes reliability and security across Asterisk server farms while allowing enterprises and service providers to combine one or more Asterisk servers to form virtual IP PBX that supports tens of thousands of simultaneous calls. Users can access virtual IP PBX, including any server involved, using single IP address and MAC.

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Systems Deployment Appliances target mid-market firms.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 19 Sep 2006 07:43:34 -0500

KBOX(TM) 2000 Series Systems Deployment Appliances allow for remote and unattended provisioning of servers, desktops, and laptops anywhere on network, directly from web-based administrative console. Turnkey appliances combine disk imaging, scripted installation, and remote system recovery into centralized solution for automating end-to-end systems provisioning of operating systems, applications, and files.

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Real-Time Solution enforces network access policies.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 18 Jul 2006 08:05:57 -0500

Leveraging Dynamic Infrastructure Discovery (DID) technology, Insightix Network Access Control (NAC) solution ensures network access is granted in real-time only to authorized devices without deployment of software agents or specialized hardware. It provides complete contextual IT infrastructure information to serve as basis of NAC policy and constantly monitors network to provide accurate IT infrastructure information. Software enforces NAC policy on Layer 2 of network.

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