Nagasaki University Graduates to a SAN with FalconStor Software
NAGASAKI, JAPAN, November 15, 2005-FalconStor Software, Inc. (Nasdaq: FALC), a leading developer of network storage software solutions, today announced that Nagasaki University, a leading educational institution in Japan, has implemented FalconStor's IPStorÃ’ software solution to simplify and consolidate its storage environment. The project was coordinated by JIP Techno Science Corporation, and the installation was assisted by FalconStor partner Next IT Inc.
Serving over 9,000 students and the faculties and administrations across eight academic disciplines, IT administrators at Nagasaki University were facing escalating management issues with their existing direct-attached storage environment. On the lookout for a more efficient and cost-effective solution, Nagasaki University followed recommendations by JIP Techno Science Corporation and chose FalconStor's IPStor software to facilitate a new iSCSI storage area network.
"FalconStor's IPStor software solution is proving to be a solid and critical IT foundation, easing our storage upgrade gradually, as well as our day-to-day administration," said Professor Koga of Nagasaki University. "With the FalconStor solution, we are employing not only our existing IP network and expertise, but our current storage investments as well."
Nagasaki University and Next IT designed an iSCSI SAN solution with IPStor software that leveraged its existing Dell PowerEdge and EMC CLARiiON CX storage systems, while enabling the seamless addition of a CLARiiON AX system into its storage environment. The University is utilizing its iSCSI SAN for its portal site system, e-Learning system (WebCT) and its database application, and its storage infrastructure now delivers the necessary performance and application availability required by its end users.
"FalconStor met the University's needs since it allowed their IT administrators to use their existing IP expertise and network skills, while enhancing data availability for its students and faculty in demanding, resource-constrained IT environments," said Mr. Noboru Aoki, FalconStor Japan sales director. "Nagasaki University joins a growing list of technologically sophisticated learning institutions that rely on FalconStor solutions to improve application uptime, reduce storage infrastructure complexity, and lower administrative costs."
About Nagasaki University
Nagasaki University, established in 1857, has grown into an international university that comprises eight faculties (Education, Economics, Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Engineering, Environmental Studies, and Fisheries), two affiliated hospitals, main libraries with two branch libraries, and the Institute of Tropical Medicine. Over 9,000 students are currently learning at Nagasaki University, with international students from a number of countries, including Asian countries.
The scope of studies extends widely, ranging from Life Sciences to Environmental Studies. The mission of Nagasaki University is to contribute to harmonious development of human welfare and global peace by fostering people of distinguished abilities through education and research. For more information, visit www.nagasaki-u.ac.jp/index_en.html.
About JIP Techno Science Corporation
JIP Techno Science Corporation, established in April 2003 by Japan Information Processing Service Co. Ltd., supplies many solutions in the field of applied science and engineering. In the future, JIP Techno Science Corporation will promote new businesses with the management strategy for applying Information Technology to new system development and solution services. For more information, visit www.jip-ts.co.jp.
About Next IT Inc.
Next IT Inc. provides full service Japanese localization solutions of Information Technology for businesses. Our mission is to serve the highest value in translation, development and market research, and making business strategy for clients extending their businesses into Japan. For more information, visit www.NextIT.jp.
About FalconStor
FalconStor Software, Inc. (Nasdaq: FALC) is a leading developer of innovative network storage software that optimizes the protection and availability of enterprise and SMB data and applications, ensuring nonstop business productivity while simplifying storage and backup management to reduce operational costs. FalconStor's award-winning solutions-IPStor® Enterprise Edition, VirtualTape Library, and iSCSI Storage Server-are available from major OEMs, system integrators, and resellers, and are deployed worldwide by governments, educational institutions, and Fortune 1000 enterprises across industries including aerospace, energy production, financial services, healthcare, law, manufacturing, and telecommunications.
FalconStor is headquartered in Melville, NY, with offices throughout Europe and the Asia Pacific regions including Paris, Tokyo and Taiwan. FalconStor is an active member of the Technical Support Alliance Network (TSANet), Storage Networking Industry Association (SNIA) and Fibre Channel Industry Association (FCIA). For more information, visit www.falconstor.com or call 1-866-NOW-FALC (866-669-3252).
