MRV Introduces Service Aware Features for its Out-of-Band Networking Solutions
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Rule-based LX console server software features enable quick problem detection and recovery in server networks
CHATSWORTH, Calif., Nov. 14 / -- MRV COMMUNICATIONS, INC. (NASDAQ:MRVC), a leader in Out-of-Band Management, WDM and Optical Transport, Metro Ethernet, Optical Components, 10GE, and Service Aware Solutions.
MRV has added a set of rich features that add a level of Service Awareness to its LX Console Servers. The features are enabled through a rule-based function, which gives the network administrator the tools to specify corrective or notification actions when a network event (i.e. Trigger) occurs. For example, a rule can be written to associate an event such as the room temperature going past 70 degrees with an action that causes the LX to power on the air-conditioning through its attached securely managed power unit. Another example would cause an alarm to be generated on an unauthorized entry into the server room. The rules and their status can be specified and viewed in the LX's easy-to-use GUI.
"With the ability to provide this level of fault detection, notification and recovery, a network administrator gains important cost and time saving tools for managing the critical resources in his network. These service aware features ensure the ability to provide reliable network service to the network users," said Mary Jane Gruninger, general manager of MRV's Out-of-Band management division. "The addition of these features to our product line shows MRV's commitment to maintaining the LX Series' reputation as one of the most flexible, feature-rich and secure console servers on the market."
About the LX Series Family of Console Servers
The LX Series includes the LX1000S with 1 to 4 port options, the rack- mountable LX 4000S starting at 8 ports with models up to 48 ports and the NEBS-compliant LX 8000S with up to 40 ports. The LX Series of console servers are all powered by a 32-bit RISC processor and can scale to hundreds of ports with the functionality and redundancy required to support large, distributed enterprise and telco networks.
The devices feature complete console management capabilities allowing IT staff to remotely manage and configure network devices and servers as well as perform software upgrades. These capabilities are augmented by the ability to monitor contact alarms and to remotely control power for back up servers or other equipment. Advanced security features include per port password protection, RADIUS, Secure Shell v2.0, SecurID, TACACS+, PPP PAP/CHAP, PPP dial-back, on-board database and others.
Availability
The Service Aware features are available now in the LX Software (v. 3.6.1). The same software version runs on the LX1000, the LX4000 and the LX8000 Series.
About MRV Communications, Inc.
MRV provides optical Ethernet access equipment and services, and optical components. MRV designs, manufactures, sells, distributes, integrates and supports communication equipment and services, and optical components. MRV conducts its business along three principal segments: the networking group, the optical components group and development stage enterprise group. MRV's networking group provides equipment used by commercial customers, governments and telecommunications service providers, and include switches, routers, physical layer products and console management products as well as specialized networking products for aerospace, defense and other applications including voice and cellular communication. MRV's optical components group designs, manufactures and sells optical communications components, primarily through its wholly owned subsidiary LuminentOIC, Inc. These components include fiber optic transceivers for metropolitan, access and Fiber-to-the-Premises, or FTTP, applications. MRV markets and sells its products worldwide, through a variety of channels, which include a dedicated direct sales force, manufacturers' representatives, value-added-resellers, distributors and systems integrators. MRV has operations in Europe that provide network system design, integration and distribution services that include products manufactured by third-party vendors, as well as MRV products. Such specialization enhances access to customers and allows MRV to penetrate targeted vertical and regional markets. For more information, please visit our websites at www.mrv.com/ and http://www.luminentoic.com/.
Media Relations Contact
David Rodewald, 805/494-9508, pr@mrv.com
Source: MRV Communications, Inc.
CONTACT: David Rodewald for MRV Communications, Inc., +1-805-494-9508, pr@mrv.com
Web site: http://www.luminentoic.com/
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