Chantry Networks Introduces Extended Family of Wireless LAN Solutions

Enterprise Networks & Servers, Mar 2004

Chantry Networks has extended its BeaconWorks product suite with IEEE 802.11 a/b/g compliance and multiple controller and access point configuration options. These new product enhancements allow enterprise customers of all shapes and sizes to deploy WiFi technology without sacrificing the benefits of centralized management, high availability and secure seamless mobility.

"Wireless LANs are not a one-size-fits-all technology," said Tom Racca, vice president of marketing for Chantry Networks. "We have extended the BeaconWorks product family to address the full range of customer needs. Enterprise customers require a spectrum of solutions depending on their user populations, geographic locations, deployment strategies and use of existing infrastructure."

Beacon Works provides wireless connectivity directly over IP (Internet Protocol). This allows out-of-the-box compatibility with leading wired network infrastructure and provides the foundation for wireless voice over IP (VoIP). The entire line of BeaconWorks products includes Chantry's VN S Works technology for intelligent wireless subnets that enable differentiated provisioning and policing between different types of user groups over one physical network.

This approach enables companies to use wireless with their existing network security and VPN solutions.

"Many wireless solutions on the market are perfect for large businesses with dedicated IT resources," said Dr. Rebecca Hea, senior administrator, Denver Children's Home.

"However, even small organizations like ours want to take advantage of the measurable and growing benefits of wireless technologies. Chantry's Beacon Works solution is a perfect fit for us; not only does it enable us to begin wireless on a small scale, but also its 'plug and play' capability is ideal for our size IT department."

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