Compatible Systems Unveils Enhanced VPN Access Servers

Strategic Insights -

Compatible Systems, the industry leader in hardware-based Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), has announced significant upgrades to its IntraPort Enterprise-2 and Enterprise-8 VPN Access Servers. The enhancements include a substantial increase in the number of site-to-site connections supported, as well as major throughput improvements. The updated software will be available in January 2000 and will enable eight times more site-to-site connections for both Enterprise products.

The software upgrade will allow the Enterprise-2 to support up to 1,000 site-to-site connections, while the Enterprise-8 will support up to 4,000 site-to-site connections. The throughput of the Enterprise-2 has been improved to up to 195 megabits per second, while the Enterprise-8 performs at up to 780 megabits per second. This significant increase in performance and scaling capabilities positions Compatible Systems to make further inroads into the fast-growing VPN market.

Key Takeaways:

  • The IntraPort Enterprise-2 can support up to 10,000 simultaneous remote access sessions and/or up to 1,000 site-to-site connections.
  • The IntraPort Enterprise-8 can support up to 40,000 simultaneous remote access sessions and up to 4,000 site-to-site connections.
  • The Enterprise-2 has a multi-processor design that supports DES and 3DES encryption with dual built-in hardware co-processors for ultimate security and design.
  • The Enterprise-8 features an eight-slot hot-swappable chassis that allows users to scale the VPN to enterprise needs.
  • Each of the eight slots feature a dual-processor design with hardware-based DES and 3DES encryption for maximum security and performance.
  • Compatible Systems' range of VPN solutions is unmatched in the industry, offering the right solution for every customer.
  • The IntraPort family provides secure Internet-based remote access and LAN-to-LAN connectivity for mid-size and large corporate networks.

Statistics:

  • The updated software will enable eight times more site-to-site connections for both Enterprise products.
  • The Enterprise-2 will support up to 195 megabits per second throughput.
  • The Enterprise-8 will perform at up to 780 megabits per second throughput.
  • The IntraPort Enterprise-2 can support up to 10,000 simultaneous remote access sessions.
  • The IntraPort Enterprise-8 can support up to 40,000 simultaneous remote access sessions.

Sources:

  • Compatible Systems Corporation. Business Editors/High-Tech Writers. BOULDER, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 27, 1999. (Source: Business Wire)
  • Compatible Systems Corporation. "IntraPort Family of VPN Access Servers". Compatible Systems Corporation. (Source: Compatible Systems Corporation)
  • Current Analysis. "Compatible Systems' VPN Solutions Set a New Standard for Performance and Scalability". Current Analysis. (Source: Current Analysis)
  • Compatible Systems Corporation. "About Compatible Systems". Compatible Systems Corporation. (Source: Compatible Systems Corporation)