Extreme Networks introduces new 8 port enterprise port extender ReachNXT 100-8t and enhanced EPICenter 7.0 network management system that offer enterprise-class solutions and further simplifies wired connectivity and extended management.
The new solutions have been introduced to face the challenges while addressing wired Ethernet connectivity in conference rooms, visitor areas, etc. where network connectivity is quite limited. The ReachNXT Enterprise port extender alo9ng with enhancements to Extreme Networks’ EPICenter management suite offer visibility and control of the entire network. Thus, adds to the convenience of users seeking reliability and secure Ethernet connections.
“Extreme Networks lets enterprises take control of the LAN’s outer edge with intelligent solutions that helps reduce deployment and connectivity challenges,†said Harpreet Chadha, senior director of product management for Extreme Networks. “By automating discovery and software updates of the ReachNXT enterprise port extenders in conjunction with upstream ExtremeXOS switches, provide complete network visibility and control for wired connectivity to the furthest reaches of the enterprise.â€
“At the Michigan State University/Kalamazoo Center for Medical Studies we need to support resident doctors, faculty and staff within large remote partner hospitals,” said Chris Howard, network engineer at MSU/KCMS. “The ReachNXT 100-8t provides us with the flexibility to rapidly deploy a reliable wired infrastructure to support our ever-changing connectivity requirements. Additionally, its simplicity of deployment and low cost have reduced our capital and operating expenses at these impermanent, leased locations.”
The ReachNXT 100-8t, an Ethernet port extender is simple to deploy and monitor. It offers faster Ethernet connections to several devices as it leverages the power and consistency of the ExtremeXOS OS. A great option for education, healthcare and enterprise campus networks, it is visible in EPICenter through the upstream ExtremeXOS switch. It packs in 8 ports of 10/100Base-T and a combination 1000M uplink port (1000Base-T and 1000Base-X SFP), built-in SFP port for fiber-to-copper media conversion. It is powered by an ExtremeXOS upstream PoE switch or an external AC power adapter. The 1000Base X SFP is powered by an external wall adapter.
Talking about the EPICenter, it is a scalable network management system that ensures effortless configuration, troubleshooting and status monitoring of IP-based networks. Its new topology map offers end-to-end network visualization of several network services like VLAN and vMAN. EPICenter comes with an improved scripting and fully customizable programming language that ensures automated deployment as well as maintenance of network devices /services. With an improved look and feel, its intuitive and simple graphical interface lets you view and control the network effectively. Furthermore, the features that were entitled to Extreme Networks advanced upgrade license will now be available to all EPICenter license tiers.
The ReachNXT and EPICenter 7.0 are priced at US$295 and $2,995. They are said to be shipping this month.
