Network monitoring
To facilitate IT infrastructure management,
nVision 3.0 monitors
Web and mail servers, TCP/IP and
Windows services, switches and
routers, as well as application performance.
The network is automatically
discovered and presented on
an interactive graphical map. The
program provides real-time and
historical charts, and reports on application
performance, service and
host availability, interface traffic and
utilization, hardware inventory, and
user activity. The program alerts
administrators of any new installations
or configuration changes on the
network.–Axence Software
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Network management
As an endpoint-based systems-management
solution, Performance
Guard SaaS helps prevent network
bottlenecks, increases IT asset efficiency
and provides end-to-end
insight into the network. To see
what type of events bog down
the network, the service enables
administrators to analyze businesscritical
systems and applications by
monitoring users and IT services from
the endpoints. The monthly service
provides standardized performance
report charts to give administrators
a consistent view into how IT systems
and applications perform over time
for individual users.–PremiTech
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Remote monitoring system
With eight external inputs, the
Sensaphone 2800 helps protect
equipment and facilities by alerting the
facility manager to changes in critical
environmental conditions. Each of four
wireless sensors can be located up to 300
feet from the base unit, and that distance
is extendable by an additional 300 feet per
repeater, with no limit to the number of
repeaters. The stand-alone remote monitor
and alarm notification system can oversee
operating conditions such as temperature,
power supply, alarms, humidity, water on the
floor and intrusion. The system provides
alarm event and status updates via telephone
and custom voice messages, requires no
monthly fees and includes a standard battery
backup. —Sensaphone
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Voice-over-WLAN analyzer
VoFi Analyzer
is a monitoring and troubleshooting tool for
voice-over-WLAN deployments to allow
administrators to directly monitor the
quality of every call on the wireless LAN,
automatically detect the sources of voice
problems and actively troubleshoot
problems–even on fully encrypted wireless
networks. VoFi Analyzer addresses issues
rooted in the end-user’s phone, including
QoS, RF and WLAN problems. The solution
delivers a top-down view, displays all calls
and roaming events, and automatically audits
the WLAN to verify settings and
configurations. All calls are automatically
identified, tracked and scored in terms of
WiMOS scores and WiR values. —AirMagnet
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Fiber-optic microscope
To detect flaws in fiber end faces,
including cracks, chips, scratches, dust and
contaminants, the compact fiber-optic
Video Inspection Microscope
comes with a 200X probe and coated optics.
The probe accepts extended adapter tips,
which allows for inspecting connector end
faces on adapter panels. The microscope
features a bright 3.5-inch display, variable
coaxial illumination, and contrast and
brightness control.Li-Ion batteries and an
AC charger are included. SC, FC, ST and
universal 2.5-mm adapter tips are also
available. The microscope’s housing is
surrounded by an impact-resistant rubber
boot. —Fiber Instrument Sales
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PoE cabling test
Using the WireScope Pro LAN
Cable Tester with v2.5
software, users can ensure proper
certification of structured cabling in the
presence of power-over-Ethernet midspan
devices and AC-coupled patch panels. The
tester features a frequency range up to 1
GHz and is capable of testing all common
cable standards, even beyond the ISO/IEC
Class F limit of 600 MHz —Agilent
Technologies
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Comprehensive network analysis
Observer Version 12.1
provides profiles for organizing application
performance analysis around business
functions, in-depth graphical tracking of
specific network conversations down to the
millisecond, integration between high-level
reporting and forensic solutions, and
options for sharing VoIP reports.
Application analysis allows for the
monitoring of a group of network servers and
devices within a designated subset. The time
interval analysis feature provides granular
reporting on specific connections over time,
with the ability to display statistics
graphically. Observer also offers long-term
storage of call detail records for review
and tracking trends on an aggregate or
per-call basis. Performance information and
call-quality metrics can also be viewed via
a Web browser or e-mail report.
—Network Instruments
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Network video camera
Suited for tight, indoor spaces, the
VB-C300 PTZ Network Camera
offers a wide 70˚ horizontal angle of view
and pans bidirectionally at more than 170˚
to deliver a total viewing angle that
exceeds 360˚. The PoE-capable camera comes
equipped with a high-sensitivity
progressive-scan 310,000-effective pixel CCD
that delivers well-defined images of moving
objects, as well as powerful low-light
performance and a 2.4x optical zoom lens
with 4x digital zoom. Full-duplex, two-way
audio support allows the camera to both send
and receive audio simultaneously, so
security staff can speak into a microphone
connected to the monitoring PC and be heard
at the camera’s location. —Canon
U.S.A.
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Ethernet device servers
IDS-2102 and IDS-2101
Ethernet device servers are
designed with redundant Ethernet ports to
protect the security of the network
connection, while the HTTPS and SSH features
ensure access security from intruders. The
servers are able to convert RS-232/422/485
to Ethernet, and the administrator can
remotely manage and configure device servers
from the Internet. Other features include a
utility application for auto discovery,
configuration and management of multiple
device servers, dual-power 12V DC to 48V DC
inputs through a terminal block and DC jack,
SNTP and SMTP support with e-mail alert
notification, virtual com, serial tunnel,
TCP server, TCP client, and UDP operating
modes. The devices are DIN-rail and wall
mountable. —LanTech Communications
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Ethernet switches
Catalyst 2960 Series
Intelligent Ethernet Switches
are fixed-configuration, stand-alone
appliances that provide Fast Ethernet and
Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, enabling
enhanced LAN services for enterprise and
branch office networks.The 2960 devices
offer integrated security through a wide
range of authentication methods, data
encryption technologies and network
admission control based on users, ports and
MAC addresses. Features also include
dual-purpose uplinks for flexibility,
allowing for the use of either a copper or a
fiber uplink.—Cisco Systems
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Video encoders
Vibration-resistant video encoders
VideoJet X10 (single-channel), X20
(2-channel) and X40 (4-channel) extend CCTV
over IP coverage into environments with
temperatures from -30 to +60C and up to 95
percent relative humidity. Operating from 10
to 30 V DC, the products offer network
connectivity with a variety of network ports
that include dual 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports
and a 1-Gbps small form factor pluggable
optical transceiver slot. All versions offer
local and remote recording options and can
deliver 4-CIF resolution on every video
channel. —Bosch Security Systems
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Cable stripper
Providing a 1” to 3.65” OD cable range,
the Adjustable Cable Stripper WS
70 end strips outer jacket and
insulating material on 46 KV to 69 KV cable.
The tool is self feeding during operation
and has a fine adjustment feature for the
blade. Utilizing replaceable blades, the
stripper features a dual-handle design to
optimize leverage during use.
—Ripley Co.
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Streaming video server
The Sensoray 2446
streaming video server compresses standard
or HD video and synchronized audio into an
MPEG format and transmits it over an
Ethernet connection using the UDP or RTP
protocol. The internal CPU runs an embedded
Linux operating system, with hardware
compression performed by the server. The 1U
appliance fits any standard server rack and
can be mounted in either direction. The
server features customizable OSD or video
overlay, which can display eight separate
regions of graphics and/or text. Other
features include API to place and move
graphics anywhere on the screen, four types
of video outputs, including composite,
S-video, SDI video stream and a DVI port for
display on a local LCD. —Sensoray
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Speakerphone
For hands-free computer calling, the
CX100 Speakerphone enables
one-click conference calling to contacts
through Microsoft Office Communications
Server 2007. The speakerphone allows stereo
headphones to be plugged into a port for
private conversations and eliminates the
need to wear a headset for PC-based calling.
The device connects via a USB port to any
laptop or desktop PC without additional
drivers. Features include two microphones
with 360 pickup and integrated button
controls. —Polycom
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Gigaset cordless phones
The portfolio of DECT 6.0
Gigaset telephones includes
models E450, S450 and S455, which feature
call forwarding, caller ID, call waiting ID,
redial, call back and the ability to set up
three-way conference calls at the push of a
button. A single base can support six
handsets, and up to 150 contact entries can
be stored and synchronized on each handset.
The hands-free function can be used as a
room monitor. All Gigaset models can be used
on both analog and digital VoIP networks,
and feature an illuminated, six-line color
display, 10 standard melodies and five
polyphonic ringer tones, which can be
assigned to contact numbers stored in the
phone directory, so the caller can be
identified by sound. —Siemens
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UMA mobile phone
Utilizing UMA technology, the
Nokia 6301 automatically
switches between GSM and Wi-Fi networks,
allowing users to shift from conventional
mobile networks to make voice calls over the
Internet when they are within reach of a
wireless network such as a Wi-Fi hotspot.
The connection automatically reverts to a
GSM, GPRS or UMTS mobile phone network as
soon as the user moves out of range. With
talk-time of up to 3.5 hours and standby
time of up to 14 days, the 6301 features a
2-inch QVGA screen, a 2-megapixel camera,
internal user memory of 30 MB and a 128-MB
microSD card, with support for up to 4 GB,
an integrated hands-free speaker and USB/PC
synchronization. —Nokia
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Cordless VoIP phone
As an IP DECT phone for VoIP users, the
cordless snom m3
provides an indoor range of 50 meters and an
outdoor range of 100 meters. The expandable
system offers multiline functionality for up
to eight handsets, allowing up to three
parallel calls simultaneously. The handset
has a 128 x 128-pixel color display with
backlight function and operates for 10 hours
talk time or 100 hours standby on a single
charge. Supported calling features include
three-way conference calls, call
transferring, music while on hold, call
forwarding and speed dialing with a
100-entry address book —snom
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Telephone interconnect
Providing direct IP connectivity between
voice interoperability data access networks
and standard IP telephony systems,
VIDA CTI allows IP, VoIP and
PBX phone networks to seamlessly receive and
place telephone calls to and from portable
and mobile radios. The gateway application
utilizes SIP and RTP telephony protocols,
features inbound and outbound selective
calls and can simultaneously conduct up to
30 interconnected telephone calls, as well
as caller ID on outbound calls —Tyco
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Landline, VoIP and mobile phone
The Calisto Pro Series
phone features a landline handset and a
multifunction Bluetooth headset nested in a
charging base. The headset enables users to
switch between landline, mobile phone and
VoIP calls, while the handset provides a
300-foot roaming range, a built-in
speakerphone, flip-up waist clip and caller
ID. The unit includes a USB port for
connection to a PC and enables users to
transfer up to 200 Microsoft Outlook
contacts to the handset. With up to eight
hours of battery life/talk time, the phone
features a noise-canceling microphone,
extended mouthpiece and ergonomic earpiece.
The headset can be connected to both the
handset and a mobile phone to answer both
landline and mobile calls. —Plantronics
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Digital KVM switch
The single-user Smart 116 IP
KVM switch provides BIOS-level
access and control of up to 16 servers,
either remotely or locally. The
rack-mountable, 1U digital switch features
ROC dongle technology that connects it to
each server in the rack. The Smart 116 IP
also features security encryption, guarding
corporate data through remote access while
giving access and control over mixed
platforms, including PS/2 and USB. —Minicom
Advanced Systems
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Security appliance
Using no-signature anomaly detection and
behavior-based detection technologies, the
Ally ip100 v3.0 prevents
attackers from probing the network for
vulnerabilities and secures the network from
information gathering, vulnerability
exploitation, DOS and zero-day attacks.
Powered via the USB port of a PC or laptop,
the 100-Mbps in-line security appliance can
protect SMB networks, enterprise wireless
access points, and branch or remote
offices.The product includes a GUI interface
for access to real-time data, while alerts
can be monitored via SNMP and syslog. The
5.35“x 1.25“x 1“ appliance is equipped with
two 100BASE-T connections and an embedded
Linux operating system. —Arxceo
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Virtual desktop
As a server-based desktop virtualization
solution, the Pano
connects keyboard, mouse, display, audio and
USB peripherals over an existing IP network
to an instance of Microsoft Windows Vista or
XP running on a virtualized server. The
device has no CPU, memory, operating system
or drivers, so it consumes only 5 watts of
power. All software is contained on the
server, so all installations and upgrades
are performed centrally. The device allows
IT administrators centralized control of all
USB ports, which can be set based on user
and type of peripheral, and specific
operations can be blocked, allowed or
recorded. —Pano Logic
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Biometric mouse
Designed for PCs with multiple users, the
Personal Security Mouse with Nano Technology
stores up to five identities to keep users’
data stored on the PC secure. A fingerprint
scan logs users into the computer, offers
individual encrypted memory space and
enables automatic, secure Web site login.
The mouse also features file/folder and
hard-drive encryption capabilities. The
mouse includes an antimicrobial coating to
prevent bacteria from surviving on its
surface and is compatible with Windows 2000,
XP and above. —IOGEAR
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Virtual desktop access
PowerTerm WebConnect DeskView
allows access to virtual desktops running on
VMware, Microsoft, Xen and other
virtualization platforms, and allows users
to access their thin client, Windows XP or
Vista, and Linux desktops from any secure
browser-based terminal. The system enables
administration and management of
virtualization platforms and enterprise-wide
application access from within
JSR-168-compatible portals. The solution
also provides SSL VPN integration,
two-factor authentication and RSA SecurID
support. Administrators can configure access
policy variables, such as disk drives,
serial ports and remote printing. —Ericom
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Switch blade
Designed for AdvancedTCA platforms, the
ATS1936 Switch Blade can be
used as a hub-, node- or mesh-enabled board,
and offers 1-Gigabit Ethernet switching on
3.0 base fabric, while the 3.1 expansion
fabric provides 1-Gbps/10-Gbps Ethernet
switching. By separating base and fabric
networks, the unit provides separate control
and data planes. The ATS1936 features three
AMC sites for OA&M, firewall and encryption
applications. Both networks support Layer 2
switching, as well as Layer 3 routing and
IPv6. Management options include SNMP,
serial, Web interface, telnet and SSH.
—Diversified Technology
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WLAN controller
The BlueSecure Controller
gives users of laptops, PDAs and other
mobile devices wireless access to corporate
networks and the Internet, while allowing
roaming between networks. In addition to
providing intrusion detection, worm
protection and protection from unauthorized
users, the controllers provide flexible
policy enforcement for role, time, VLAN,
VoIP QoS and bandwidth-management features.
The system supports wireless devices and APs
from all major vendors, while offering
support for current and future 802.11
standards. The controllers are available in
five models to serve from 64 to 8,000 users.
—Bluesocket
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E-mail security service
Proofpoint on Demand
delivers data loss prevention and e-mail
security features, such as antispam,
antivirus, e-mail policy enforcement and
policy-based encryption capabilities, in a
hosted-service format. The solution offers
protection against both inbound and outbound
e-mail-borne threats, without requiring the
installation of on-premise hardware or
software. Featuring content-based antispam
technology, the hosted service ensures virus
signatures are up-to-date to provide
protection against e-mail infected with
viruses, Trojans, worms, malware and other
malicious code. A Web-based interface allows
administrators to monitor and control the
service, define messaging policies, display
customized reports and view status
information. —Proofpoint
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Web security gateway
ThreatWall Web Security
Gateway offers URL filtering,
Web content filtering, malware detection,
IM/P2P management, Web server/browser
protection and Web application protection.
The hardware-based appliances utilize
bimodal scanning technology, which combines
proxy-based scanning with real-time
packet-based scanning. The solution uses
signature-based scanning for known attacks,
as well as anomaly detection and heuristics
for zero-day variants. The system also
automatically scans for bot-nets and
zombies, and includes automatic logging,
alarming and threat summary reports.
—eSoft
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Data encryption
DriveCrypt Plus Pack
Enterprise Edition v2.2.0
performs 256-bit disk encryption, allows for
the centralized management of encrypted
data, and classifies authorized users in a
hierarchical way, in accordance with the
company’s organizational structure.
Distributed and installed remotely at a
central management console, the solution
performs hard-disk encryption and preboot
authentication. Compatible with Windows
Vista, the solution includes protection
against password spy programs, encryption of
external media and a transaction-management
platform for offline computers. —SecurStar
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Network security
Installed as an in-line device at the
network edge, the BeSecure
NDP-2040N provides antivirus,
antispam and antimalware content inspection
for heterogeneous networks, and offers
multiprotocol scanning (e.g., e-mail, FTP
and HTTP). Featuring two Intel Woodcrest
dual-core CPUs and up to 32 GB of memory,
the appliance protects multigigabit networks
with a millions-per-hour message-handling
capacity when deployed with the BeSecure
engine, which allows deep-content inspection
of nested and zipped files in transit.
—Wedge Networks
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Unified communications platform
Microsoft Office
Communications Server 2007
enables VoIP, video, instant messaging,
conferencing and presence capabilities
within Microsoft applications (e.g.,
Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint). OCS
includes real-time conferencing hosted on
servers inside an organization’s firewall
and a full-featured, software-powered VoIP
solution that can stand on its own or
integrate with an existing PBX
infrastructure. OCS automatically provisions
phone and voice mail when a new user is
added to the Windows directory. The SIP
standards-based server is available in a
standard or enterprise edition, and is
compatible with Windows 2000 Professional,
XP and Vista. —Microsoft
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KVM extender
The ST-C5USBV-300 USB KVM
extender extends a USB
keyboard/mouse and VGA display up to 300
feet via CAT 5/5e/6 cable. The extender
consists of a local unit that connects to a
computer and provides local keyboard,
monitor and mouse connections, and a remote
unit that connects to a keyboard, monitor
and mouse. The local and remote units are
connected via CAT 5/5e/6 cable. The device
transmits1,280 x 1,024 video resolution at
300 feet. Resolutions up to 1,920 x 1,440
are supported at shorter distances.
—Network Technologies
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E-mail management
Active Archiving Service for
E-mail provides businesses
with a solution for managing e-mail storage,
retention and legal discovery. The service
helps enterprises reduce e-mail data storage
burdens, apply granular e-mail retention
policies and securely archive e-mail.
Administered from a single Web console, the
solution enables rapid, precise search
capabilities for efficient electronic
discovery and message recovery.
—Iron Mountain
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