Network News: Avaya, Ciena, Interxion, AboveNet

Data Center Knowledge (Nov 23 2011) Networking

1. Avaya introduces new edge switches. Avaya announced an updated portfolio of Ethernet switches that will bring the capabilities of Avaya’s Virtual Enterprise Network Architecture (VENA) to the edge of the campus network. The new Ethernet Routing Switch (ERS) 4800s enable enterprises to optimize networks for communication and collaboration, and simplify the convergence of voice, video and data communications. The new switches will consume upwards of 50 percent less energy, handle five times more traffic and allow a total cost of ownership that is up to 50 percent lower than competing solutions. ”Enterprises want data networking solutions that they can forget about. Solutions that make it effortless for them to connect new IP phones, secure new devices and users, and add more capacity,” said Steve Bandrowczak, vice president and general manager at Avaya Networking. “Avaya’s collaboration-ready ERS 4800 switches deliver these features to enterprises today. They also provide support ... (Read Full Article)

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