Crossbeam Systems Expands X-Series of Security Services Switches to Address Mid-Market, Large Enterprise and Carrier Customers.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers CONCORD, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 3, 2003 New X45 and X80 Switches Deliver Unparalleled Performance, Port Density and Multi-Application Security Across a Broad Range of Network Environments Crossbeam Systems(R), Inc., a leading global developer of total security solutions required for safer, simpler networks, today announced a substantial expansion of the company's X-Series product line, enabling a broader range of organizations to benefit from Crossbeam's industry-leading security services Security services are state institutions for the provision of intelligence, primarily of a strategic nature, but also including protective security intelligence. Examples include the Security Service (MI5) and the Secret Intelligence Service (MI6) in the United Kingdom, and the switches for complete network, mail and Web security. The new products in the X-Series include the X45(TM), designed to secure the data centers and network perimeters of mid-market enterprises, and the X80(TM), designed to protect the networks of very large enterprises and service providers. Both switches deliver industry-leading performance and port density, making them ideal for companies seeking to radically improve their network security while simplifying operations. "Crossbeam continues to drive the market for security services switches with an expanded array of product offerings that suit a broader range of deployments and companies," said Matthew Kovar, CFA (Computer Fraud and Abuse Act of 1986) Signed into law in 1986, the CFA was a significant step forward in criminalizing unauthorized access to computer systems and networks. The Act applies to "federal interest computers" that include any system used by the U.S. , director, Security Solutions & Services at the Yankee Group (the Yankee Group, Boston, MA, www.yankeegroup.com) A major market research, analysis and consulting firm founded in 1970 by Howard Anderson. It provides general consulting and strategic planning in the computer and communications field. . "Twenty-five percent of Fortune 100 companies will deploy security services switches by the end of 2003 and they will become the de facto [Latin, In fact.] In fact, in deed, actually. This phrase is used to characterize an officer, a government, a past action, or a state of affairs that must be accepted for all practical purposes, but is illegal or illegitimate. security platform for companies of all sizes within three years. The new X-Series switches put Crossbeam in a strong position to capitalize on Cap´i`tal`ize on` v. t. 1. To turn (an opportunity) to one's advantage; to take advantage of (a situation); to profit from; as, to capitalize on an opponent's mistakes s>. this market trend." The X-Series switches continue Crossbeam's strategy of enabling customers to select best-in-class security applications from leading software vendors, and deploy them on a single high-performance, high-availability platform. Crossbeam's security services switches have gained widespread adoption in North America North America, third largest continent (1990 est. pop. 365,000,000), c.9,400,000 sq mi (24,346,000 sq km), the northern of the two continents of the Western Hemisphere. , Europe and Asia across a number of markets, including the financial, manufacturing, government and service provider sectors. "The new X-Series products address the convergence of two market trends - the shift from single-function appliances to multi-application security services switches, and the distribution of that security throughout a network rather than just at the perimeter," said Peter George For the Canadian university administrator, see . Peter Bryan George (March 24 1924 - June 11 1966) was a British author, most famous for the Cold War thriller novel Red Alert – pen name, Peter Bryant. , 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. , Crossbeam Systems. "The X-Series makes it cost-effective for our customers to deploy multi-layer security at every point of vulnerability in the network, both on the perimeter and the interior." Expanded Crossbeam X-Series The new Crossbeam X-Series products deliver the same innovative X-Stream(TM) architecture and multi-application network defenses that Crossbeam pioneered in its original security services switch, the Crossbeam X40(R). Now, however, the X45 and X80 deliver higher performance, increased port density and an option of form factors, making each the ideal solution for its target market. The Crossbeam X45 is a compact 7-slot chassis that features up to 16 gigabit Ethernet An Ethernet standard that transmits at 1 Gbps. Used mostly to connect high-end workstations and servers as well as for network backbones, Gigabit Ethernet transmits full duplex from point to point using switches and half duplex in a shared environment (CSMA/CD) using a hub. ports or up to 32 Fast Ethernet An earlier name for 100Mbps Ethernet. See 100Base-T. (networking) Fast Ethernet - A version of Ethernet developed in the 1990s(?) which can carry 100 Mbps compared with standard Ethernet's 10 Mbps. It requires upgraded network cards and hubs. ports and up to 4 gigabits per second of full duplex firewall throughput (using Check Point VPN-1(R)/FireWall-1(R) Next Generation(TM)), delivering the port density and performance of an X40 in half the size. The X45 is ideally suited for protecting the perimeters and data centers of medium to large enterprises. The Crossbeam X80 is the same 14-slot chassis as the X40, but delivers twice the performance and port density. The switch supports up to 32 Gigabit Ethernet ports or up to 64 Fast Ethernet ports and up to 8 gigabits per second of full duplex firewall throughput (using Check Point VPN-1/FireWall-1 Next Generation). This performance and form factor make it the ideal solution for protecting the perimeters and data centers of very large enterprises and service providers. As with all of its security services switches, Crossbeam's current best-in-class security partner applications are also available on the X45 and X80, including: -- Firewall and 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. - VPN-1(R)/FireWall-1(R) Next Generation from Check Point(TM) Software Technologies -- Intrusion Detection & Prevention - RealSecure(R) from Internet Security Systems, Inc. (ISS ISS See Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS). ), Network Intrusion Detection System from SNORT, Dragon(TM) Intrusion Detection System This article is about the computing term. For other uses, see Burglar alarm. An intrusion detection system (IDS) generally detects unwanted manipulations of computer systems, mainly through the Internet. from Enterasys Networks -- Anti-Virus, SPAM & Content Scanning - InterScan(TM) VirusWall(TM) from Trend Micro, Anti-Virus from F-Secure(R) -- URL URL in full Uniform Resource Locator Address of a resource on the Internet. The resource can be any type of file stored on a server, such as a Web page, a text file, a graphics file, or an application program. Filtering - Enterprise from Websense(R), SmartFilter(R) from Secure Computing Availability Both the Crossbeam X45 and Crossbeam X80 are available immediately. Security applications, such as Check Point or ISS software, come pre-loaded on the switches and are enabled via a simple license key. Customers who already have licenses of applications that run on the Crossbeam platform can transfer them to protect their existing security application investment. About Crossbeam Systems Headquartered in Concord, Massachusetts, USA, Crossbeam was founded in early 2000 and is led by senior executives from Bay Networks, Cisco, Nortel/Wellfleet and Alcatel. With a presence in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific, Crossbeam is backed by top-tier investors including Matrix Partners, North Bridge Venture Partners, Commonwealth Capital Venture Partners, Intel Capital and Charles River Ventures. More information is available at www.crossbeamsystems.com. Crossbeam Systems, Crossbeam and X40 are registered trademarks and X45, X80 and X-Stream are trademarks of Crossbeam Systems, Inc. All other company, product or service names not owned by Crossbeam mentioned in this press release are the property of their respective owners. |
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