Atto iPBridge 2500C/R/D Supports Microsoft iSCSI Initiator; Gigabit Ethernet-to-SCSI Bridge Transforms SCSI Storage Devices into Network-Enabled Addressable Devices.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers AMHERST, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 7, 2003 ATTO Technology ATTO Technology is a manufacturer of storage connectivity and infrastructure solutions for data-intensive computing environments. ATTO manufactures host adapters, interface-bridging appliances, Virtual Tape Library appliances, RAID appliances, and management software with storage , Inc., a worldwide manufacturer of Fibre Channel, IP and SCSI SCSI in full Small Computer System Interface Once common standard for connecting peripheral devices (disks, modems, printers, etc.) to small and medium-sized computers. SCSI has given way to faster standards, such as Firewire and USB. storage and storage-infrastructure solutions for Enterprise and workgroup environments, announced today the immediate availability of the ATTO Quintillionth (10 to the -18th power). See space/time. iPBridge(TM) 2500C/R/D Gigabit Ethernet-to-SCSI Bridge. Tested interoperability with Microsoft's iSCSI software initiator, as well as support for the IETF See Internet Engineering Task Force. IETF - Internet Engineering Task Force V1.0 iSCSI specification, allows the ATTO iPBridge 2500C/R/D to attach existing SCSI storage devices to IP networks affording IT managers the ability to deploy cost-effective iSCSI storage networks. The ATTO iPBridge 2500C/R/D lets users leverage their current Ethernet network, by providing the ability to attach or connect a SCSI tape library or other SCSI storage, such as disk or MO storage systems, and network them across an Ethernet IP-based network. This allows more users access to existing storage devices. Microsoft is helping to bring iSCSI to the forefront in the storage industry by driving adoption with the general release of native iSCSI support for Windows. Target devices, such as the ATTO iPBridge 2500C/R/D that supports Microsoft's iSCSI software initiator, act as enabling devices for building iSCSI storage-based networks. By utilizing the ATTO iPBridge 2500C/R/D, OEMs, system integrators and IT organizations can: -- Improve ROI (Return On Investment) The monetary benefits derived from having spent money on developing or revising a system. In the IT world, there are more ways to compute ROI than Carter has liver pills (and for those of you who never heard of that expression, it means a lot). by connecting current SCSI storage to their IP networks -- Increase productivity by allowing many users access to available storage -- Reduce cost with centralized administration -- Increase flexibility with the ability to access SCSI tape libraries attached to the bridge through Ethernet SAN See AoE. systems using iSCSI capability or via NAS (1) See network access server. (2) (Network Attached Storage) A specialized file server that connects to the network. A NAS device contains a slimmed-down operating system and a file system and processes only I/O requests by supporting the popular systems using NDMP (Network Data Management Protocol) An open standard for backing up data in a heterogeneous environment. Developed by Network Appliance and IntelliGuard Software, NDMP uses a common data format which is written to and read from drivers for the specific disk and capability -- Improve efficiency with a centralized IP-based storage system using Ethernet as a storage network framework. "SCSI storage devices are an integral part of most storage infrastructures," states President and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of ATTO Technology, Tim Klein. "ATTO's iPBridge 2500 C/R/D, with iSCSI support, is an enabling device that can integrate these legacy devices into an iSCSI storage network. Microsoft, with the universal availability of their iSCSI software initiator, has recognized that iSCSI is a viable option for storage vendors. Products that lend support to Microsoft's iSCSI initiative, and represent a significant cost saving, prove invaluable to any storage solution." "Microsoft's iSCSI architecture is aimed at helping make the cost efficiencies and capabilities of iSCSI-based applications and storage devices a reality for customers," said Zane Adam, director of product management and marketing, for the Enterprise Storage Division at Microsoft Corp. "ATTO's release of a Gigabit Ethernet-to-SCSI bridge supports the momentum of iSCSI in the storage market." The iPBridge 2500C/R/D is available in two form factors: board-level, for embedding into OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) The rebranding of equipment and selling it. The term initially referred to the company that made the products (the "original" manufacturer), but eventually became widely used to refer to the organization that buys the products and storage devices or in a rack mount/desktop enclosure for use with legacy devices. The ATTO iPBridge 2500C/R/D supports both iSCSI and NDMP requirements for NAS and SANs in a single hardware solution and combines proven ATTO SCSI hardware and software technology with Gigabit Ethernet, one of the world's most widely accepted means of transporting data. About ATTO Technology, Inc. ATTO Technology, Inc., is a global leader in Fibre Channel, IP and SCSI storage and storage- infrastructure solutions for Content Creation and Enterprise environments. Since its founding in 1988, ATTO has been designing, manufacturing and marketing award-winning solutions specifically for data-intensive applications. ATTO distributes its products worldwide through original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), distributors, VARs and system integrators. Contact ATTO Technology, Inc. world headquarters, at: 155 CrossPoint Parkway, Amherst, New York Amherst is a town in Erie County, New York, U.S., directly northeast of the City of Buffalo. As of the 2000 census, the town had a total population of 116,510. This represents an increase from the 1990 census figure of 111,711. 14068; Phone: (716) 691-1999; Fax: (716) 691-9353; Website: attotech.com. |
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