Page All:
Page 1
Extreme Networks' Unified Edge Delivers Robust Performance to Simplify IT and Future Proof the Network
Innovative Summit® X460-G2 Fixed Switch and IdentiFi(TM) 3805 Wireless Access Point Enhances End-to-End Portfolio with High Performance Edge Switching and Affordable 802.11ac
SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct. 21, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Extreme Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ: EXTR), a leader in high performance networking, today announced key additions to its Unified Edge portfolio of access layer products, building on its innovative Software Defined Architecture. The new Summit X460-G2 fixed switch and IdentiFi Wireless 3805 access points (AP) add increased performance, manageability and BYOD/security to the company's world-class network product portfolio. The development of the Summit X460-G2 is a significant milestone toward a converged and streamlined portfolio of fixed switching solutions from Extreme Networks.
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnvar/20140602/93419
In today's mobile-first world, the network must deliver on user expectations for secure, fast and flexible wired/wireless access. Extreme's Unified Edge provides a simple, fast and smart architecture that is now enhanced with premium edge switching, with the Summit X460-G2 and an affordable, full featured 802.11ac access point that can be deployed anywhere.
Extreme Networks' Unified Edge, a part of its Software Defined Architecture, enables customers to transform their network into a strategic asset, with the benefits of network-wide visibility, data analytics and programmability.
Key Facts:
-- The Summit X460-G2 and IdentiFi AP 3805 are optimized to work with
Extreme Networks' NetSight management and Purview analytics platforms.
-- The Summit X460-G2 is Extreme Networks' high performance Gigabit edge
switch, providing a fast, versatile fixed switching solution that scales
for the demands of edge applications and convergence.
-- The Summit X460-G2 includes 10 models, with options including 1/10/40GbE
uplinks.
-- The Summit X460-G2 features cross-platform stacking across all Summit
switch models and is unique in the industry, allowing customers to avoid
rip and replace scenarios.
-- The Summit X460-G2 delivers more PoE+ power than any previous Extreme
edge switch driving 30W of 802.3at compliant PoE+ to every port.
-- The IdentiFi AP3805 delivers 2x2:2 802.11ac performance in a discrete
form factor making it well suited for deployment in multiple
environments.
-- The IdentiFi AP 3805 offers all features and functionality within the
IdentiFi portfolio at a lower entry price.
Executive Perspectives
Craig Mathias, Principal, Farpoint Group
"The edge of today's organizational network must keep pace with the accelerating demands for coverage, capacity, and cost-effective operations generated by BYOD growth in the overall user base, a rapidly-increasing number of mobile devices and ever-increasing application demands. Extreme Networks is addressing all of this with a unique combination of high-performance, cost-effective wired and wireless networking hardware, unified management, increased visibility, security and analytic insights."
Mike Leibovitz, Director of Mobility and Applications, Extreme Networks
"In today's experience economy, users have come to expect connectivity anywhere and everywhere. As a result, high performing networks must be ready and able to scale. Meeting customers' needs today is no longer enough; rather, businesses must be prepared to support the needs of tomorrow. With our new Unified Edge products, we're enabling them to do just that, combining a future-proofed edge switching series with an affordable 802.11ac access point that can be deployed anywhere. The most recent additions to the Unified Edge demonstrate our commitment to helping make our customers successful today, tomorrow and for years down the road."
Additional Resources
-- Summit X460 Series Product Page
-- IdentiFi Wireless Product Page
-- Connect with Extreme via Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn and
Google+
About Extreme Networks
Extreme Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ: EXTR) is setting a new standard for superior customer experience by delivering network-powered innovation and market leading service and support. The company delivers high-performance switching and routing products for data center and core-to-edge networks, wired/wireless LAN access, and unified network management and control. Our award-winning solutions include software-defined networking (SDN), cloud and high-density Wi-Fi, BYOD and enterprise mobility, identity access management and security. Extreme Networks is headquartered in San Jose, CA and has more than 12,000 customers in over 80 countries. For more information, visit the company's website at http://www.extremenetworks.com.
Extreme Networks, the Extreme Networks logo, Purview, Summit, NetSight and IdentiFi are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Extreme Networks, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. All other names are the property of their respective owners.
Except for the historical information contained herein, the matters set forth in this press release, including without limitation statements as to the features, performance, and benefits of Extreme Networks products, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the "safe harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date. Because such statements deal with future events, they are subject to risks and uncertainties, including network design and actual results of use of the product in different environments. We undertake no obligation to update the forward-looking information in this release. Other important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially are contained in the Company's 10-Qs and 10-Ks that are on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission. http://www.sec.gov.
Logo - http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20140602/93419
To view the original version on PR Newswire, visit:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/extreme-networks-unified-edge-delivers-robust-performance-to-simplify-it-and-future-proof-the-network-189016582.html
SOURCE Extreme Networks, Inc.
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20140602/93419
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Extreme Networks, Inc.
CONTACT: Greg Cross, Extreme Networks, 408-579-3483, gcross@extremenetworks.com; Jennifer Grabowski, Racepoint Global, 617-624-3231, ExtremeUS@racepointglobal.com
Web Site: http://www.extremenetworks.com
Extreme Networks' Unified Edge Delivers Robust Performance to Simplify IT and Future Proof the Network
Innovative Summit® X460-G2 Fixed Switch and IdentiFi(TM) 3805 Wireless Access Point Enhances End-to-End Portfolio with High Performance Edge Switching and Affordable 802.11ac
SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct. 21, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Extreme Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ: EXTR), a leader in high performance networking, today announced key additions to its Unified Edge portfolio of access layer products, building on its innovative Software Defined Architecture. The new Summit X460-G2 fixed switch and IdentiFi Wireless 3805 access points (AP) add increased performance, manageability and BYOD/security to the company's world-class network product portfolio. The development of the Summit X460-G2 is a significant milestone toward a converged and streamlined portfolio of fixed switching solutions from Extreme Networks.
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnvar/20140602/93419
In today's mobile-first world, the network must deliver on user expectations for secure, fast and flexible wired/wireless access. Extreme's Unified Edge provides a simple, fast and smart architecture that is now enhanced with premium edge switching, with the Summit X460-G2 and an affordable, full featured 802.11ac access point that can be deployed anywhere.
Extreme Networks' Unified Edge, a part of its Software Defined Architecture, enables customers to transform their network into a strategic asset, with the benefits of network-wide visibility, data analytics and programmability.
Key Facts:
-- The Summit X460-G2 and IdentiFi AP 3805 are optimized to work with
Extreme Networks' NetSight management and Purview analytics platforms.
-- The Summit X460-G2 is Extreme Networks' high performance Gigabit edge
switch, providing a fast, versatile fixed switching solution that scales
for the demands of edge applications and convergence.
-- The Summit X460-G2 includes 10 models, with options including 1/10/40GbE
uplinks.
-- The Summit X460-G2 features cross-platform stacking across all Summit
switch models and is unique in the industry, allowing customers to avoid
rip and replace scenarios.
-- The Summit X460-G2 delivers more PoE+ power than any previous Extreme
edge switch driving 30W of 802.3at compliant PoE+ to every port.
-- The IdentiFi AP3805 delivers 2x2:2 802.11ac performance in a discrete
form factor making it well suited for deployment in multiple
environments.
-- The IdentiFi AP 3805 offers all features and functionality within the
IdentiFi portfolio at a lower entry price.
Executive Perspectives
Craig Mathias, Principal, Farpoint Group
"The edge of today's organizational network must keep pace with the accelerating demands for coverage, capacity, and cost-effective operations generated by BYOD growth in the overall user base, a rapidly-increasing number of mobile devices and ever-increasing application demands. Extreme Networks is addressing all of this with a unique combination of high-performance, cost-effective wired and wireless networking hardware, unified management, increased visibility, security and analytic insights."
Mike Leibovitz, Director of Mobility and Applications, Extreme Networks
"In today's experience economy, users have come to expect connectivity anywhere and everywhere. As a result, high performing networks must be ready and able to scale. Meeting customers' needs today is no longer enough; rather, businesses must be prepared to support the needs of tomorrow. With our new Unified Edge products, we're enabling them to do just that, combining a future-proofed edge switching series with an affordable 802.11ac access point that can be deployed anywhere. The most recent additions to the Unified Edge demonstrate our commitment to helping make our customers successful today, tomorrow and for years down the road."
Additional Resources
-- Summit X460 Series Product Page
-- IdentiFi Wireless Product Page
-- Connect with Extreme via Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn and
Google+
About Extreme Networks
Extreme Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ: EXTR) is setting a new standard for superior customer experience by delivering network-powered innovation and market leading service and support. The company delivers high-performance switching and routing products for data center and core-to-edge networks, wired/wireless LAN access, and unified network management and control. Our award-winning solutions include software-defined networking (SDN), cloud and high-density Wi-Fi, BYOD and enterprise mobility, identity access management and security. Extreme Networks is headquartered in San Jose, CA and has more than 12,000 customers in over 80 countries. For more information, visit the company's website at http://www.extremenetworks.com.
Extreme Networks, the Extreme Networks logo, Purview, Summit, NetSight and IdentiFi are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Extreme Networks, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. All other names are the property of their respective owners.
Except for the historical information contained herein, the matters set forth in this press release, including without limitation statements as to the features, performance, and benefits of Extreme Networks products, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the "safe harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date. Because such statements deal with future events, they are subject to risks and uncertainties, including network design and actual results of use of the product in different environments. We undertake no obligation to update the forward-looking information in this release. Other important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially are contained in the Company's 10-Qs and 10-Ks that are on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission. http://www.sec.gov.
Logo - http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20140602/93419
To view the original version on PR Newswire, visit:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/extreme-networks-unified-edge-delivers-robust-performance-to-simplify-it-and-future-proof-the-network-189016582.html
SOURCE Extreme Networks, Inc.
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20140602/93419
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Extreme Networks, Inc.
CONTACT: Greg Cross, Extreme Networks, 408-579-3483, gcross@extremenetworks.com; Jennifer Grabowski, Racepoint Global, 617-624-3231, ExtremeUS@racepointglobal.com
Web Site: http://www.extremenetworks.com