Product News: the latest products for the week commencing October 17, 2007

Promise vTrak M610i

This subsystem offers wide interoperability and iSCSI features. The device has advanced IP-SAN functions, providing users with the flexibility to solve tough storage problems with minimum disruption to the network. M610i supports up to 1GB of battery backed cache and features redundant, hot swappable power supplies and cooling modules. It comes embedded with the WebPam PROe management suite which aims to eliminate the need for additional software, and can support Microsoft Cluster and MPIO. The M610i has RAID 6, which delivers a high rate of reliability and data protection. According to Promise, it can also remain available to users even after two drive failures. Without affecting its performance, the device can also reduce the risk of catastrophic data loss during RAID rebuilds.
Distributed by Westan.
RRP: $7899
Web: www.promise.com

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RAD Data Communications ACE-3600

This unit is designed to accommodate rapid expansion in mobile backhaul traffic resulting from the widespread deployment of 3G services. Using ATM pseudowire emulation edge-to-edge (PWE3) technology, the ACE-3600 multiservice aggregation unit provides connectivity between the Node B and RNC using Ethernet-based services. The device supports aggregation of multiple STM-1/OC-3 links over gigabit Ethernet. Traffic aggregation reduces capital and operating expenses by reducing the number of links in the network. It also uses higher speed ports in the network's core. The ACE-3600 permits operators to implement overbooking strategies, enabling them to optimise network use, conserve existing resources and reduce the number of leased services required to support their networks, according to RAD.
Distributed by TR Telecom, Paclink and UGL.
RRP: TBA
Web: www.rad.com

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Linksys WRT350N

Designed to provide up to four times the range and 12 times the throughput of standard Wireless-G solutions, the WRT350N is the first offering of its kind from Linksys. At throughput speeds of up to 1000Mbps, gigabit switching lessens the limitations normally present when transmitting between wired and wireless connections. In addition, it contains Storage Link, which allows any USB 2.0 storage device to become networked attached storage by plugging it into the WRT350N. The always-on media server functionality within Storage Link enables users to stream digital media to any enabled digital media adapter without the use of a PC. Wireless transmissions made using the device can be encoded to help protect data and privacy. The device supports VPN pass-through and has an SPI firewall to protect against Internet attacks.
Distributed by Ingram Micro, Express Data and Multimedia Technology.
RRP: $349.95
Web: www.linksys.com

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Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000

Featuring Carl Zeiss Optics, this Web camera comes with a flexible universal base, allowing it to rest on most monitors. The premium autofocus system supplies fast, fluid focusing without the inconvenience of manual tinkering. The device refocuses images in less than three seconds and helps ensure they remain crisp even in extreme close-ups (up to 10cm from the camera lens). The QuickCam Pro 9000 works with video messaging applications. The device can record video at up to 30 frames per seconds, support 720p high-definition (HD) video format and can record to disc at a resolution of 960 x 720 pixels. The Pro 9000 also has a 2-megapixel sensor than can capture up to 8-megapixel photos.
Distributed by BJE Enterprises, Synnex and Ingram Micro.
RRP: $149
Web: www.logitech.com

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QNAP TS-209 Pro Turbo Station

Designed for business users, this two bay, hot-swappable, network attached storage (NAS) server has a 500MHz CPU with 128MB DDR II RAM. The all-in-one device has a gigabit Ethernet design and can boost file-sharing speeds, according to the vendor. Server features include advanced auto-sync/schedule/instant backup, cross-platform sharing for Windows, Mac, Linux and Unix, RAID 1 mirroring protection with a hot-swap design and encrypted FTP file sharing. It also contains a PHP Web Server with MySQL and SQLite, encrypted remote replication, Web file manager, built-in DDNS, SSL and SSH remote login, and Windows AD service support. With its Web-based interface, users can set up a network system for all sorts of server applications. TS-209 Pro provides three backup solutions for secure data protection. Using its backup software, NetBak Replicator, users can select auto-sync/instant/schedule backup modes to store data on multiple PCs, while the encrypted Remote Replication and RAID 1 disk mirroring ensures data protection. It supports various security mechanisms for data storage and management. The secure FTP Server enables data transfer and sharing over SSL/TLS encryption. The server can be accessed by remote login through an SSH connection and browser-based SSL login so users can access, store and share data securely. The TS-209 features a hard disk drive bracket to make it wind tunnel effective. Qnap claims the TS-209 Pro can run 24x7, 365 days for all applications and keep hard disk drive temperature under 50 degrees. It supports two 3.5-inch SATA drives and has a storage capacity of about 2TB. The device also contains a network recycle bin that restores data in case files are accidentally deleted.
Distributed by Bluechip Infotech.
RRP: $549
Web: www.qnap.com