BeadleNet Introduces the BIZ2000, Rack Mountable Internet-Sharing, Firewall & Networking Solution for Small/Medium Businesses.LAGUNA HILLS La·gu·na Hills A city of southern California southeast of Santa Ana. Population: 33,600. , Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 26, 1999-- Securely Share High-Speed Internet See broadband. Access Via Cable, DSL DSL in full Digital Subscriber Line Broadband digital communications connection that operates over standard copper telephone wires. It requires a DSL modem, which splits transmissions into two frequency bands: the lower frequencies for voice (ordinary , Leased Line or ISDN ISDN in full Integrated Services Digital Network Digital telecommunications network that operates over standard copper telephone wires or other media. At The Lowest Cost Per Seat On The Market BeadleNet L.L.C., a premier provider of secure Internet and networking solutions for the Small Office/Home Office See SOHO. (SOHO Soho (sōhō`, sə–), district of Westminster, London, England, known for its continental restaurants. Once a fashionable quarter, it became popular among writers and artists in the 19th cent. ) and Small/Medium Business (SMB (1) (Small to Medium-sized Business) Also called "SME" (small to medium-sized enterprise), it refers to companies that are larger than the small office/home office (SOHO), but not huge. ) markets, Monday announced the BIZ2000 Series of affordable router/firewalls products. The BeadleNet BIZ2000 is the next product in a family of complete, all-in-one solution for users wanting to connect multiple computers together and to the Internet with total security. The BIZ2000 features an integrated 4-port hub for user's networking needs; firewall technology, which provides security from Internet hackers; and router functions for sharing Internet access housed in a sturdy rack mountable chassis. With support for high-speed Internet access through Digital Subscriber Lines (DSL)/cable modems, and leased line/ISDN modem/routers, the BIZ2000 enables all computers on the network to simultaneously access the Internet at speeds up to 100 times faster than analog modems. "The BIZ2000 provides small and medium business with the lowest cost per seat for sharing high speed Internet access among multiple computers averaging just $12 per user," said Chuck Gamer, president of BeadleNet. "BeadleNet offers professional-level security, high performance and exceptional flexibility in a complete solution that helps significantly reduce the cost of providing Internet access to an entire office." In a recent report published by the Yankee Group, a leading industry research firm, as many as 1.44 million business customers will subscribe to xDSL services by 2002. In parallel, research from Kinetic Strategies Inc. predicts the number of cable modem subscribers to be approximately 3.2 million by 2002. The BIZ2000 is ideal for small to mid-sized offices, corporate workgroups and satellite offices. Supporting advanced SNMP-II (simple network management protocol), the BIZ2000 can be configured to centrally manage the network, allowing for performance viewing of each computer within the firewall. With its configurable firewall, the BIZ2000 and the entire network can also be managed and configured from a remote location. High-speed Internet access provides users with a continuous 24-hour connection. Though convenient and faster, this "always on" connection can leave unsecured computers open to Internet hackers. The BIZ2000 utilizes Stateful Packet Inspection See stateful inspection. technology, which filters all messages traveling between the Internet and computers on the network. Incoming packets only pass through to the private network if their state corresponds to a user's request. This prevents unexpected packets from ever reaching the private side of the firewall. Utilizing Internet Protocol (IP) routing for Internet sharing, the BIZ2000 supports Network Address Translation (NAT (Network Address Translation) An IETF standard that allows an organization to present itself to the Internet with far fewer IP addresses than there are nodes on its internal network. ) and Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (protocol) Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol - (DHCP) A protocol that provides a means to dynamically allocate IP addresses to computers on a local area network. The system administrator assigns a range of IP addresses to DHCP and each client computer on the LAN has its TCP/IP (DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) Software that automatically assigns temporary IP addresses to client stations logging into an IP network. It eliminates having to manually assign permanent "static" IP addresses. DHCP software runs in servers and routers. ) technologies. NAT allows a single IP address to be shared by multiple computers, while DHCP enables IP addresses to be assigned to computers on the network when needed, automatically configuring the communication between them and the Internet Service Provider Internet service provider (ISP) Company that provides Internet connections and services to individuals and organizations. For a monthly fee, ISPs provide computer users with a connection to their site (see data transmission), as well as a log-in name and password. (ISP (1) See in-system programmable. (2) (Internet Service Provider) An organization that provides access to the Internet. Connection to the user is provided via dial-up, ISDN, cable, DSL and T1/T3 lines. ). Features BeadleNet's BIZ2000 offers four Ethernet RJ-45 ports for direct connection of up to four computers to the unit. However, by using cross over cables, each port can be uplinked to additional hubs or switches to support more users on the network. The product supports Windows 95/98/NT/2000, Macintosh and Unix-based systems, and Web browsers Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator. The BIZ2000 is available in two versions with varying features including: -- Expanded User Licenses -- Software support for up to 50 users or for unlimited users. -- Configurable Firewall -- Configurable firewall allows for Web/FTP server hosting or remote access to individual computers on the network. -- Hacker Attack Denial of Service A condition in which a system can no longer respond to normal requests. See denial of service attack. -- Protects against Ping of Death A ping request that crashes the target computer. It is caused by an invalid packet size value in the packet header. There are patches for most operating systems to prevent it. See denial of service attack. , LAND Attack and IP Spoofing. -- Web Demilitarized Zone (DMZ (DeMilitarized Zone) A middle ground between an organization's trusted internal network and an untrusted, external network such as the Internet. Also called a "perimeter network," the DMZ is a subnetwork (subnet) that may sit between firewalls or off one leg of a ) -- Ensures added security for hosting a Web/FTP server with its own assigned IP address. -- Bandwidth Management -- (Optional Feature) Allows bandwidth to be adapted to each computer's needs. -- Usage Accounting -- (Optional Feature) Allows usage tracking for individuals or the whole network. -- Hacker Attack Control Software -- (Optional Feature) A tracking system which generates activity report logs. -- Virtual Private Network (VPN (Virtual Private Network) A private network that is configured within a public network (a carrier's network or the Internet) in order to take advantage of the economies of scale and management facilities of large networks. ) - (Optional Feature) Provides a secure private network between offices over the Internet. With an easy, interactive, browser-based installation, the BIZ2000 automatically detects operating system and Web browser The program that serves as your front end to the Web on the Internet. In order to view a site, you type its address (URL) into the browser's Location field; for example, www.computerlanguage.com, and the home page of that site is downloaded to you. for each computer, then provides the user with a tailor-made installation guide. Utilizing customer feedback, the BIZ2000 installation guides and help pages are continuously updated on the BeadleSoft software support Web site. Users are automatically taken directly to any updated areas on the site during the installation. The product also automatically detects any outdated software housed internally and proposes free maintenance upgrades via the BeadleSoft software user interface. Service & Support BeadleNet offers two versions of the BIZ2000 with various BeadleSoft software user interface features available upon purchase or through a feature-rich, online software upgrades catalog. The BeadleSoft software user interface automatically detects the existing features, capabilities and update status of each unit. Users are then offered customized recommendations on version upgrades, free maintenance upgrades or new features for purchase that are available for that specific unit. BeadleNet offers: -- 2-Year, limited manufacturer's warranty -- Free maintenance upgrades for the life of the product -- Free 90-day version upgrades -- Free 90-day technical support through a 24-hour/7-day toll-free technical support line Pricing & Availability The BeadleNet BIZ2000 Series is available immediately through BeadleNet's reseller, direct mail and distribution partners in North America. Manufacturer's suggested retail price for up to 50 users is $895 while the unlimited user version will be priced at $1,250. About BeadleNet BeadleNet is a premier provider of secure Internet and networking solutions that are designed to meet the changing technology needs of small and medium businesses and households with multiple computers. BeadleNet's mission is to provide affordable, effortless solutions that are high in quality, rich in features and backed by premium service and support. Located in Laguna Hills, BeadleNet is a subsidiary of Productivity Enhancement Products (PEP), a leading edge engineering firm with an impressive record of engineering ingenuity. PEP was recently honored as a winner of the 1998 Orange Coast Technology Fast 50, a ranking of the fastest growing technology companies in Orange County and San Diego, sponsored by Deloitte & Touche. Information on BeadleNet and its products can be obtained by calling toll-free 877/7-BEADLE (723-2353) or 949/348-4216; e-mail at info@beadlenet.com; or by visiting the company Web site at www.beadlenet.com. Note to Editors: Product evaluations will be made available. Contact Angie Tucker at GreenLight Communications for additional information. BeadleNet and BeadleSoft are pending trademarks of BeadleNet L.L.C. All other products and company names mentioned herein are trademarks of their respective owners. Copyright (c) 1999 BeadleNet. All Rights Reserved. |
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