Software empowers secure multi-protocol substation networks.
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DynaStar 7-Series features SCADA Frame Forwarding technology, which enables network integration of routed and non-routed protocols for SCADA and other substation automation applications using digital facilities or frame relay services. TCP-FR Host Gateway allows IP/Ethernet-based SCADA masters to use SCADA Frame Forwarding on wide area links to remote serial devices. Software also addresses perimeter, port, and management level security across applications.
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DYMEC's 7-Series Software Empowers Secure Multi-Protocol Substation Networks
New features plus FreeWave Technologies, Bow Networks agreements expand cyber-security and SCADA connectivity options for power utilities
NORTH ANDOVER, Mass., Feb. 8 / -- DYMEC, Inc., the leader in purpose-built multi-protocol networking for power substations, announces new 7-Series software for its DynaStar networking systems, and new technology partnerships with FreeWave Technologies and Bow Networks. These combined new capabilities extend cyber-security protections across both Internet Protocol and other technologies and facilitate the transition from dedicated legacy SCADA communications to integrated substation networking.
DynaStar's unique SCADA Frame Forwarding technology enables network integration of routed and non-routed protocols for SCADA and other substation automation applications using digital facilities or frame relay services. The new DynaStar MPOSR capability (Multi-Protocol Over Serial Radio) extends this multi-protocol integration over cost-effective serial radio facilities. Related 7-Series enhancements include a per-connection encryption option and a new TCP-FR Host Gateway capability that allows IP/Ethernet-based SCADA masters to use SCADA Frame Forwarding on wide area links to remote serial devices.
To facilitate customer implementations of DynaStar radio-based networks, DYMEC has entered into a value added reseller agreement with FreeWave Technologies. FreeWave is a leader in extended temperature-range spread-spectrum radio products. The reseller agreement includes both serial and Ethernet radio products and development of embedded OEM radios in future DynaStar platforms.
DynaStar 7-Series enhancements also address growing cyber-security concerns and mandates for critical infrastructure networks. New capabilities address perimeter, port and management level security across both routed and non-routed applications. Perimeter security now includes IPsec VPN enhancements and frame relay Link encryption, in addition to existing IP Firewall capabilities. Ethernet port security (static and learned static MAC) has been added to VLAN and dedicated serial port connectivity protections. A new downloadable event log for management console activity and configuration change activity enables event archival and auditing for regulatory compliance.
Extending this cyber-security focus, DYMEC also announces a reseller agreement with Bow Networks for IED-Anywhere(TM), a secure access management product. IED-Anywhere(TM) provides centralized administration of user passwords and access profiles, facilitates user navigation of large substation networks, and provides an optional link to RSA servers for SecureID two-factor user authentication. Special versions of IED-Anywhere(TM) will be offered for secure console management of large DynaStar networks.
"Most utilities are moving towards a converged IP/Ethernet communications network and dealing with related cyber-security issues, but they are also concerned with asset protection and technology transition for their established SCADA systems and serial-mode substation devices," said John Shaw, President of DYMEC. "Our new product and partner announcements address these combined objectives, enabling secure multi-protocol substation networks."
About DYMEC, Inc.
Based in North Andover, MA, DYMEC is the premier manufacturer of hardened networking devices. DYMEC products deliver Integrated Wide Area Networking, Industrial Ethernet and Serial Connectivity for monitoring and control networks in power substations, transportation systems and other harsh industrial environments. To learn more about DYMEC, visit us at http://www.dymec.com/
About FreeWave Technologies
FreeWave Technologies, based in Boulder, Colorado, provides "Communication Without Barriers." FreeWave designs and manufactures premium quality spread spectrum and narrow-band wireless solutions for industrial, scientific, military and commercial applications. Visit http://www.freewave.com/.
About Bow Networks
Bow Networks is a utility communications company and the developer of the eLAN(TM) communications platform. Bow is based in Calgary, Canada.
CONTACT: Robert Otto, Director of Marketing of DYMEC, Inc., +1-978-688-8807, rotto@dymec.com; or Dan Paladino of FreeWave +Technologies, 1-303-381-9291, dpaladino@freewave.com, or Deryk Yuill +Director, Business Development of Bow Networks, +1-403-640-8412, deryk.yuill@bownetworks.com
