Datacom Systems Unveils New In-Line Matrix Switch to Address Economic Concerns of IT Managers

Tuesday, September 29, 2009

16-Tap 10/100/1000 Physical Layer Switch Expands Reach of Network Analysis Tools to Lower Enterprise Monitoring Costs and Improve Productivity

EAST SYRACUSE, N.Y., Sept. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- Datacom Systems Inc., a leading manufacturer of innovative network access solutions and inventor of the physical layer switch, has announced the immediate availability of its new 4x16 In-Line Physical Layer Switch. Developed for large enterprises with critical, real-time data analysis needs, the new switch increases network visibility and reduces network management costs by providing businesses the ability to monitor more of their network without the expense of additional costly monitoring tools.

"Companies looking to reduce expenditures on monitoring and troubleshooting equipment now have a unique tool at their disposal," said Chris Koeneman, Vice President of Sales and Marketing of Datacom Systems. "In the past, monitoring a large network would require expensive network tools on every network segment. Our matrix switching technology significantly reduces the number of devices required to maintain total network visibility because it allows IT and security personnel to maneuver their existing tools throughout the network. The result for our customers is not only significant savings, but also better network coverage."

Utilizing a unique design for expansion, the switch has 16 built-in 10/100/1000 Ethernet taps, plus the ability to daisy-chain up to eight units together. This design offers businesses a scalable solution to leverage up to four network tools across as many as 128 different network segments without the expense of adding new analysis equipment and additional recurring licensing fees.

Key Features

The Datacom Systems 4x16 In-Line Switch provides four monitoring ports, which enable multiple tools to monitor traffic across any of the 16 built-in taps. Different groups in the enterprise, such as troubleshooting and security, can even monitor the same link at the same time without conflict. The switch enables easy remote management of distributed monitoring tools from anywhere in the network, speeding problem resolution time and reducing management time and expenses associated with on-site troubleshooting and network reconfigurations.

Additionally, the In-Line Switch continues to meet the exacting demands of critical monitoring applications providing passive, fault-tolerant access required by real-time and transactional systems. Each individual port can be set to operate at 10/100 in passive mode or 1000Mbs with patented LINKprotect(TM) technology to ensure automatic failover and recovery of redundant paths and routing protocols even in the event of power failure. This newest addition to Datacom's product line enhances the company's broad network access platform for improved visibility and management across the enterprise network.

Datacom Systems sells its products worldwide through a large, growing network of value-added resellers and solution providers. For more information about the 4x16 10/100/1000 In-Line Physical Layer Switch, visit www.datacomsystems.com or call 315.463.1585.

About Datacom Systems:

Datacom Systems is a leading manufacturer of Test Access Points (TAPs), Data Aggregation Tools and other network access devices. Since the company's founding in 1992, Datacom Systems has built a reputation for quality engineering and unmatched customer service. Datacom Systems is credited with inventing physical layer matrix switching technology and is considered the expert in network access solutions. Datacom Systems equipment covers millions of network segments worldwide, with over 70% of Fortune 500 companies relying on Datacom equipment to gain visibility into their networks - and to save millions of dollars in IT expenses each year. The privately-held company is headquartered in East Syracuse, New York. Visit www.datacomsystems.com.

SOURCE Datacom Systems Inc.