IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 6, 2004 (PRIMEZONE) -- Lantronix(r), Inc. (Nasdaq:LTRX) is pleased to announce it is the recipient of Network Computing Editor's Choice Award for its SecureLinx SLC16 console manager. The award recognizes product excellence in storage, networking and server technology.
A console manager provides network administrators secure consolidated management access to virtually every piece of equipment in the data center using the console or emergency management port built into most servers and networking equipment. Console management provides a simple and flexible solution for secure local or remote management, and is widely deployed as a critical management component in many small to large data centers.
Lantronix and several other console management solutions were evaluated in a mixed server, switch, firewall and router test network in Network Computing's Labs, with the SecureLinx SLC16 scoring the highest marks. It was described as having "the best combination of flexibility, ease of use and internal capabilities."
To qualify, each console server tested had to have at least 16-ports and a method-user authentication and traffic encryption. The SecureLinx SLC16 was praised as offering "the tastiest mix of features, ease of use, and price." It was specifically commended in several key feature areas, including recognition as "the only appliance to allow for front-panel configuration, a key consideration for some remote or wiring-closet installations," and having "the most complete internal administration and reporting capabilities." The review also highlighted the optional AC or DC redundant power supplies (available on all SLC models, from 8 to 48 ports), and easy-to-configure connection and routing parameters, and was described as "a breeze to adapt the SLC16's behavior to fit our specific security requirements."
"We are honored and delighted to be awarded Network Computing Editor's Choice Award for our SecureLinx SLC16 Console Manager," said Chris Humphrey, vice president of marketing for Lantronix. "This award reflects Lantronix's long heritage in providing best-in-class data center management solutions to IT professionals and service providers."
About Lantronix SecureLinx family of Secure Console Servers
The SecureLinx family of remote management products brings ease-of-use and ease-of-installation features with all models offering a variety of power options, including single-AC, dual-AC, single-DC or dual-DC power. Management access is provided either through dual-redundant in-band connections (e.g., dual Ethernet management ports) or out-of-band management (i.e., through a dial-up modem) for always-available monitoring, maintenance or troubleshooting of servers and infrastructure equipment.
SecureLinx SLC Console Managers and SLK Remote KVM(tm) solutions both provide SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) support and e-mail event notification, remote firmware and configuration uploading, and a similar GUI (graphical user interface) design that provides a common "look and feel" and navigation. The SLC front panel features dual 32-bit PC card slots for expansion, an LCD display, a keypad for easy deployment (e.g., quickly setting the IP address), and unique "Detector" software that discovers all SLCs and SLKs on a network and can automatically assign IP addresses. All models offer robust security capabilities such as authentication, encryption and firewall features that protect end users' resources, while still providing the flexibility of remote access.
About Lantronix, Inc.
Lantronix, Inc. (Nasdaq:LTRX) provides technology solutions that deliver Net Intelligence(tm), helping businesses remotely manage network infrastructure equipment and rapidly network-enable their physical electronic devices. Lantronix connectivity solutions securely link a company's electronic assets through the network, allow access to business-critical data within each device and convert that data into actionable information. With this new intelligence, companies can achieve greater efficiencies, reduce resource consumption and proactively transform the way they do business. The leader in device networking and secure remote management solutions, Lantronix was founded in 1989 and has its worldwide headquarters in Irvine, California. For more information, visit www.lantronix.com.
Remote KVM, and SecureLinx are trademarks, and Lantronix is a registered trademark of Lantronix, Inc. All other trademarks are properties of their respective owners.