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The ProSecure UTM5 combines together a firewall, SSL and IPSec VPN, URL filtering, network antivirus, and antispam all in one appliance.

The company believes the device caters adequately for small businesses, while also coming in at a reasonable price. It can also be used to protect home networks of home workers who may be on a less secure computer.

Jason Leung, a senior product line manager at Netgear, said: "ProSecure is bringing our award-winning UTM technology - technology that has been proven to stop more threats than the competition - down to an acceptable price point and easy-to-use format for these entities."

Netgear produces a range of routers, switches and security products catering to a variety of clients, from regular consumers right up to large businesses.

It recently released some products in the ProSafe Wireless Management range, aimed at organisations with fewer that 1,500 users.

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The TeraStation Windows Storage Server, available in two-terabyte and four-terabyte versions, fully integrates with the operating system, providing a "high performance and reliable storage solution".

Paul Hudson, European sales director for Buffalo Technology, believes that, with many businesses using Microsoft software, the new device will be a popular choice.

He added: "The combination of Buffalo hardware and the Windows Storage Server 2003 R2 family code base offers superb security, stability and management advances. Initial setup is also extremely easy, thanks to our TeraNavigator software."

The unit is high-speed and has RAID level zero, one and five, and Standard support. It also supports UPS connectivity via a USB support.

Buffalo Technologies, headquartered in Japan, builds its business around Network Attached Solutions through partnerships and has operations around the world. Other products include the Linkstation range.

The company stresses the importance of its partnership with technology giants such as Intel and Microsoft in providing solutions for consumers.

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The Flash solid state disk (SSD) appliance can hold up to 13 terabytes of data, delivering fast and effective data access through improved random read performance.

The device is an extension to the company's FXT Series and features include 64GB of DRAM, 1GB of NVRAM and the ability to scale to 25 appliances. Designed for high-bandwidth networks, it is available either with two 10 GbE ports and two 1GbE ports or ten 1GbE ports.

Ron Bianchini, president and CEO of Avere Systems, described the FXT 2700 Series as "the answer for those users who have a high-end NAS infrastructure that under delivers".

Avere was founded in 2008 with an aim to provide solutions to the data demands of businesses while keeping costs low.

It does this by allowing users to separate data delivery from data retention, keeping active client data on FXT devices, while inactive data can be stored on tradition NAS devices.

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The new drawer, which has a built-in KVM switch, is designed to save space by removing unnecessary clutter at the Server Rack. It also has 'multi-layer security', meaning access to the servers is given only to authorized users. Combined with other products, it can offer remote access.

As well as providing an integrated KVM switch for two users, it allows access and control to up to 32 mixed-platform servers.

Introducing the drawer, along with the new KVM Extender USB, Benny Hayumi, KVM product manager at Minicom, said: "The needs of data centres are dynamic. These new products are designed to satisfy the spectrum of server and PC requirements.

"Whether IT managers want to be at the rack, at their office, or at home, our solutions provide secure, reliable KVM access to mission critical applications."

In November 2009, Minicom became a founding member of the Data Centre Alliance, aimed at providing organisation specialising in building IT infrastructures.]]> http://www.comms-express.com/news/computer-accessories/minicom-unveils-new-lcd-drawer-computer-accessories-19565245/ 2010-01-19 16:30:00
According to Graybar IT specialist Karl Griffith, the most difficult obstacle to overcome will be keeping operating costs down in the wake of rising energy prices and increasing amounts of environmental legislation.

Writing for Cabling Network Systems, Griffith claimed that adopting energy efficient hardware and infrastructure strategies was becoming increasingly important.

Griffith told the news provider that developing "an energy monitoring strategy" is important as it is "difficult to reduce your energy consumption if you cannot measure it".

He also claimed that eliminating the mixing of hot and cool air among aisles of server racks and server cabinets was a good way of reducing energy consumption.

Recently, a new data centre cooling technology unveiled by Iceotope at the US Supercomputing 2009 seminar was dubbed potentially "game changing".

The technology uses a coolant that can reduce the operating temperature of servers at a component level.]]> http://www.comms-express.com/news/computer-accessories/data-centre-managers-face-major-challenges-server-room-monitoring-19505704/ 2009-12-10 14:00:00 server room monitoring equipment which it hopes will make data centre management easier for firms.

The company's combined LCD consoles and digital keyboard, video, mouse (KVM) switches have a space saving design and are aimed at users with high-performance server rack mounted network equipment.

Bliss Ehrlich, senior product manager at Avocent said that the firm has been innovating in the KVM switch sector for many years, providing small and medium-sized business with reliable and secure networking solutions.

"By adding LCD capabilities to digital KVM switch technology, Avocent customers get state-of-the-art remote access in a single console," Ehrlich added.

The new KVM devices can save server rack space by incorporating legacy equipment into a firm's networking operation and they are capable of converting analogue signals into digital packets, allowing them to be transmitted over TCP/IP infrastructure.

Earlier this year, Server Technology introduced a new range of power distribution units that are capable of monitoring data centre temperature and humidity.]]> http://www.comms-express.com/news/computer-accessories/new-server-room-monitoring-equipment-from-avocent-server-room-monitoring-19476553/ 2009-11-24 18:00:00
The new PDUs provide networking interfacing capabilities via standard RJ45connectors and are capable of reporting environmental conditions as well as closely monitoring power consumption.

Data centre and local area network administrators can use a local digital metre to test equipment load in amps and the devices come in two varieties – server rack mountable one-unit devices and a zero-unit vertical rackmount installation.

Rich Feldhaus, Tripp Lite product manager, said: "Tripp Lite's new Monitored PDUs ease the task of remote power monitoring."

"They offer reliable power distribution plus the ability to monitor power conditions remotely - a critical capability for applications that demand maximum uptime," he added.

Earlier this year, Tripp Lite introduced a new device management system.
The IP Console Servers come with either 16 or 48 RJ45 ports and can be used to manage workstations, routers and servers.]]> http://www.comms-express.com/news/computer-accessories/tripp-lite-introduces-remotely-monitored-pdus-power-leads-and-extentions-19450283/ 2009-11-09 18:00:00 Network equipment firm Lanner Electronics has unveiled a new fan-less network security device.

The firm's FW-7530 is designed as an entry-level network equipment appliance and is capable of intrusion detection and taking preventative measures.

It also has non-security functionality.

The device incorporates an Intel's Atom N270 1.6Ghz processor, which Lanner Electronics claims can reduce energy consumption and cooling demand.

Lanner Electronics' FW-7530 features six gigabit Ehternet ports, 2 standard USB 2.0 ports and a RJ45 connector for attaching a console to.

It can support up to 2GB of RAM and a 2.5-inch serial ATA hard disc drive.

Server rack mountable, the dives is just 36-millimetres in height and weighs just over one kilogram.

Earlier this year, Lanner Electronics claimed that its Intel Celeron-based network equipment was environmentally friendly.

The firm noted that its FW-7520 and FW-7560, which are aimed at low-end and mid-range markets use RoHS-compliant materials in their construction.]]> http://www.comms-express.com/news/computer-accessories/lanner-electronics-introduces-fan-less-network-security-device-server-room-monitoring-19450298/ 2009-11-09 18:00:00 Network equipment manufacturer Netgear has introduced a new piece of spam filtering hardware aimed at small and medium-sized businesses.

The firm's ProSecure STM device is part of Netgear's extensive family of web and email threat management appliances and has been shown to block 50 per cent more threats than rival products.

As well as blocking email and spam, the device can deal with hacking threats and carries out URL filtering.

Robert Smithers, chief executive officer of Miercom, which tested the device, said: "We are impressed with the Netgear ProSecure product and its ability to thwart over 50 per cent more threats than products tested to date.

"This superior security effectiveness score is a testament to the relative security the appliance provides."

Earlier this month, Netgear launched a new 85Mbps Powerline Switch Kit aimed specifically at home users.

The device allows people to connect multiple appliances to a single residential powerline network.]]> http://www.comms-express.com/news/computer-accessories/netgear-introduces-new-spam-filter-server-room-monitoring-19436000/ 2009-10-30 18:00:00
The Energy Optimiser Data Centre Edition (AREO-DC) is the first device of its kind to measure both power and cooling system efficiency.

According to the firm, it provides a range of benchmarks for power consumption, temperature, humidity, air quality and cost.

It is also capable of identifying factors that can result in energy wastage.

Arch Rock claims that the device allows firms to optimise their operation and discern the true electrical consumption of equipment, rather than the overstated manufacturers' ratings.

Recently, Greg Rottman, assistant director in the IT lab at the US Army Engineer Research and Development Centre, said that as well as making equipment easier to access, good cable management can reduce a data centre's cooling bill.

Mr Rottman added that managing structured cabling was a much about discipline and record keeping as it was about using the latest conduit technology.]]> http://www.comms-express.com/news/computer-accessories/wireless-monitoring-system-introduced-by-arch-rock-server-room-monitoring-19426412/ 2009-10-26 16:00:00 Network equipment manufacturer Server Technology has unveiled a new power distribution unit (PDU) and management solution.

The company's CS-18V mixed-outlet Cabinet PDU is designed to allow businesses to effectively monitor power consumption over their networks.

Server Technology's innovative user interface, which is accessed through a web browser, also allows the monitoring of temperature and humidity levels.

Meanwhile, the six local current monitors allow for onsite verification of power consumption levels.

"Each Smart CDU that Server Technology produces, including this mixed-outlet model, supports two external 10-foot probes used to monitor both temperature and humidity," the company said.

As well as featuring 18 power outlets, the device can be expanded with an extension Cabinet PDU.

In related news, Aipnet launched a new power-over-Ethernet (PoE) adapter last month, which allows users to connect both wired and wireless equipment to their network.

The EAP700 802.11b/g Wall Jack Access Point with PoE, has a stylish and simplistic design, according to Aipnet.]]> http://www.comms-express.com/news/computer-accessories/server-technology-launches-new-power-management-solution-modular-power-units-19245819/ 2009-07-01 18:00:00
The certification shows that the company has adequately dealt with data security issues and recognises the company's ongoing investment in security management and controls.

Accreditation approval was bestowed on the firm by the BSI Group following a thorough investigation of the implementation, operation, monitoring, reviewing and maintenance of security standards.

Chief operations officer at Data Electronics Daniel Tinkiel said: "This achievement is down to the hard work of the entire team at Data Electronics, who over the past year have put a huge effort into revising and improving our operational standards.

He added that the internal standards set by the firm were under continual review and were the reason for ensuring the firm maintained the highest possible levels of excellence.

Meanwhile, at the start of May a proposed IT development, which is to be built on a former airfield in Ely, was recognised as Europe's most energy-efficient data centre in Europe.]]> http://www.comms-express.com/news/computer-accessories/data-electronics-gets-security-certification-server-room-monitoring-19186701/ 2009-05-26 18:00:00 Network equipment manufacturer Veracity UK has introduced a new device aimed at solving the problems surrounding the set up of power over Ethernet camera systems.

The new PinPoint adaptor allows contractors to make instant focussing adjustments using a laptop or PDA while they are stood next to the camera.

Veracity UK unveiled its new PinPoint system at the IFSEC 2009, the world's largest global annual security event.

The adapter eliminates the need for a second person to view output from newly installed devices, which the company hopes will save installation professionals both time and money.

Alastair McLeod, managing director, Veracity UK, commented: "We developed PinPoint through talking to installers who were frustrated that it wasn't easy to focus PoE powered IP cameras without using an additional person monitoring the images."

More than 600 companies attend this year's IFSEC 2009 conference, which featured product launches, free seminars, and business seminars for security installers.]]> http://www.comms-express.com/news/computer-accessories/veracity-uk-introduces-new-cabling-adapter-leads-and-accessories-19170247/ 2009-05-14 18:00:00
The Recovery-610 is a one-unit server rack mountable disk-to-disk machine with 1.5 terabytes of storage.

It uses a Raid-10 configuration and comes with the latest version of the company's new rapid-recovery software.

The Unitrends Release 4.1 is now compatible with 40 operating systems including Windows Server 2008 and Novell's OES products.

Commenting on the device, Rob Moser, chief operating officer of data centre operator Immedion, said: "We are dedicated to keeping our customers' business-critical data and applications available 100 percent of the time."

"The highly reliable Recovery-610's combination of high capacity and value in a small 1U form factor demonstrates exactly the data protection solutions our customers trust us for."

Writing for technology website Stuff, Dave Thompson said that firms who fear they have lost data on a broken hard disc drive should get a second opinion from a data recovery specialist.]]> http://www.comms-express.com/news/computer-accessories/data-recovery-solution-introduced-by-unitrends-network-attached-storage-19167753/ 2009-05-13 18:00:00 Network equipment manufacturer Gefen has created a new HDMI extender which is compatible with legacy cabling.

The device allows users to wire up high-definition devices such as LCD TVs, projectors and Blu-ray players using existing RGB leads.

Gefen hopes the new HDMI over RGB Extender will save people money on cabling costs and as it is usable up to a range of 330 ft will allow people to network devices in different rooms.

Users are expected to connect the sender and receiver units to their high-definition devices using HDMI cabling, but then standard coaxial cables can be used to network the equipment.

"You'll still get the full 1080p video, 7.1 surround sound of the latest Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio formats, deep color, lip sync and everything else that comes along with HDMI," Electronic House states.

Earlier this week, the BBC upgraded its iPlayer by adding high-definition streaming and downloading capabilities.]]> http://www.comms-express.com/news/computer-accessories/gefen-creates-new-hdmi-extender-leads-and-accessories-19137046/ 2009-04-23 17:40:10 Network equipment manufacturer Keithley Instruments has introduced a new range of cabling kits which allow for simpler current voltage and capacitance voltage testing.

The cables are compatible with Keithley's Model 4200 Semiconductor Characterisation System, as well as a plethora of other testing products.

High performance triaxial wiring ensures that they are ideally suited for businesses who need to quickly switch between different test types and voltages.

Two versions of the cable kit are available, one optimised for use with Keithley's own probes and a generic version.

Usually measuring voltage, capacitance and carrying out pulse testing requires three different wiring setups, but the new triaxial cabling kits get around this problem allowing a wide range of test to be carried out at the flip of a switch.

Meanwhile, GAO Fibre Optics has unveiled a new cost-efficient meter aimed at engineers, which can be used on installation, debugging and maintenance projects on fibre optic leads.]]> http://www.comms-express.com/news/computer-accessories/keithley-instruments-introduces-new-test-kit-server-room-monitoring-19131831/ 2009-04-21 18:00:00
The new tariffs may replace existing flat rate service fees which offer unlimited connection time, according to redorbit.com.

Network equipment which allows internet service providers to monitor downloads has caused many to design and test metered access billing schemes, similar to those used by mobile phone companies, the website stated.

Meanwhile, Forrester Research senior analyst Bobby Tulsiani told MSNBC: "If you wanted to watch TV over the Internet in 2000, you had to be willing to take much less content than cable."

"Now you get much, much more. Of course, you're still watching on your PC, not your TV, so there are tradeoffs, but they are tradeoffs many people are willing to make,” he added.

BT has just launched a new broadband and phone package which combines BT Total Broadband Option 1 and BT's One Plan call package.]]> http://www.comms-express.com/news/computer-accessories/isp-metering-spells-the-end-of-unlimited-use-internet-server-room-monitoring-19129677/ 2009-04-20 17:18:26
The Gigabit-compatible devices are suitable for systems requiring up to 40W.

SL's Ault Pent 1040A/B/C/D range offers users the ability to transmit power through standard RJ45connectors and over RJ45 leads and the new technology complies with power of Ethernet standards.

According to the firm, power over Ethernet has become more popular as voice over internet protocol (VoIP), security systems and wireless networking access points have proliferated.

The range supports voltages ranging from 100V all the way up to 250V AC and a load diagnostic LED on the devices indicates whether it is in use.

SL Power Electronics is a leading manufacturer of networking equipment for the medical industry and operates globally.

It has four subsidiary companies, which design, manufacture and market its technology and the firm's leading brands include Condor and Ault.]]> http://www.comms-express.com/news/computer-accessories/sl-power-electronics-launches-new-injectors-power-leads-and-extentions-19118014/ 2009-04-09 23:21:54
According to Gary Anderson, marketing manager for AC power systems at Emerson Network Power, a two-stage system uses a server rack mounted power distribution unit, which can power an entire rack but needs connecting by just one power lead.

"Each cabinet connects to the 208V PDU with one cable and then distributes power to individual server racks. So, you have fewer cables to buy and install," he said.

Mr Anderson added that fewer cables – including power and RJ45 leads - could result in improved air flow within a data centre and therefore reduced power consumption.

The server cabinets do not house a transformer, so there is only a small amount of power loss in the connecting cables, he concluded.

According to research by Jones Lang LaSalle, the majority of data centre operators have systems in place to measure energy efficiency.]]> http://www.comms-express.com/news/computer-accessories/powering-servers-can-be-less-complex-power-leads-and-extentions-19110043/ 2009-04-06 18:00:00
According to Enterprise Systems' Mark Ferelli, tape technology has been consigned to the history books earlier than it should have been by some industry experts and at the moment is going through something of a Renaissance.

"Tape technology is already helping to keep the data center green as utility bills rise," Mr Ferelli said.

He added that the issue of energy consumption will become a more prominent issue as electricity prices rise, but solving efficiency problems at the server level is not the only thing to consider.

Mr Ferelli concluded that efficiency is one of the largest challenges facing data centre managers today, but companies should avoid the wholesale replacement of older equipment.

According to the Environmental Protection Agency, data centres are responsible for 1.5 per cent of energy consumption in the US.]]> http://www.comms-express.com/news/computer-accessories/tape-technology-makes-a-comeback-network-attached-storage-19103163/ 2009-04-01 18:00:00