NEC Solutions America Delivers High-End Storage To Small And Medium Businesses
NEC Solutions (America), Inc., a premier provider of integrated solutions for the Connected Enterprise in North America, introduced two new storage disk arrays, advanced management software and pre-configured bundles that deliver high-end features and functionality to the small-to-medium business (SMB) market. The new bundles, pre-configured for reliability, performance and availability, will help businesses address growing strategic concerns, including regulatory compliance, Information Lifecycle Management (ILM), business continuity/disaster recovery and e-mail governance.
NEC's new S2400 and S1400 disk arrays provide up to 27.6 terabytes (TB) and 13.8 TB of storage capacity respectively, and both are designed to be integrated in a DAS and SAN environment. An updated version of NEC's Storage Manager Software will simplify management by providing real-time monitoring and statistical performance information across all storage devices.
"Small and medium-sized companies are becoming increasingly dependent upon information technology, leading to a rapid growth in storage requirements," said Brad Nisbet, program manager for Storage Systems, IDC. "Each application, however, may present a different set of storage requirements for performance, availability and recoverability. Preconfigured solutions, such as those offered by NEC, are designed to meet specific application requirements, offering a simpler choice for busy IT professionals."
The products will be offered in build-to-order, as well nine pre-configured solutions, providing easy implementation for companies with different storage requirements:
- NEC's Availability Solution is designed for corporations, healthcare facilities, financial institutions and government agencies where the priority is compliance, zero downtime and advanced disaster recovery/business continuity. This bundle features NEC's Dynamic Data Replication technology providing maximum uptime and disaster recovery backup capabilities ensuring data is accessible and safe, as well as NEC's Dynamic Snap Volume software, which cost-effectively creates up to 16 snapshots of data. The entire NEC solution bundle features NEC's Phoenix technology that allows access to the server while checking a faulty disk drive.
- NEC's Performance Solution is optimized for the Network ISP, ASP and SSP markets, where delivering superior storage operation and functionality is paramount. This bundle, combined with the S2800 advanced cache partitioning feature, enables end-users sustained high performance through advanced cache allocation management. It also ships with high-speed RAID configurations based on NEC's unique RAID Engine.
- NEC's Reliability Solution is designed for organizations where secure business operations and 24/7 information access are major priorities; this includes companies in the financial and healthcare sectors. This bundle is based upon RAID 6 technology that enables higher availability than standard RAID 5 technology, and ships with NEC StorageManager, PathManager, Performance Monitor and Navigator.
New Additions to the NEC Express Partner Program
NEC Solutions America's new storage solutions will be sold under the NEC Express Partner Program, which provides access to NEC's complete line of Fault Tolerant and Itanium 2 servers and enterprise software. NEC's commitment to the Express Partner Program provides participants with the ability to receive business planning, certification and sales training, sales incentives, financial programs, demonstration resources, demand generation, and dedicated technical and sales support.
Jeff Bawol, senior vice president and general manager of Avnet Partner Solutions Enterprise Software and Storage business unit, an NEC distributor said, "NEC's new storage solutions are easily implemented yet highly customizable, which provides a dual benefit for the customer and for the channel. Everyone involved has an interest in making storage more simple and cost-effective."
"As a distributor, we can provide our network of resellers an attractive sales opportunity by enhancing their overall product and service lines with NEC's full suite of server, software and storage solutions," said Debbie Dora, President of Team 1 Systems, Inc. "The addition of NEC's innovative technology - specifically its new storage bundles - allows the channel to differentiate its business from competitors; delivering pre-configured storage solutions that shorten the sales cycle and enhance customer satisfaction."
Pricing and Availability
NEC's S1400 and S2400 bundled solutions will begin shipping in September, and will be available through Avnet Partner Solutions, Americas and Team 1 Systems. The NEC S2800 is now available. The manufacturer's suggested list prices range from $30,000 to $250,000.
About Team 1 Systems
Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Team 1 Systems is a specialized integration distributor that has been providing High Availability Unix, Linux and Windows servers to the VAR Channel since 1997. From Retail Point of Sale Systems to high performance workstations, Servers and complete Data Center planning and implementation, Team 1 Systems provides a complete solution for the VAR serving the small, medium and enterprise businesses. For more information, visit www.team1systems.com or contact Team 1 Systems sales at 888-832-6146.
About Avnet Partner Solutions, Americas
Avnet Partner Solutions, Americas is an industry-leading, value-added distributor and provider of enterprise servers, storage, software and services, with operations in the United States, Mexico and Canada. Avnet Partner Solutions provides solutions from industry-leading manufacturers including Computer Associates, EMC, HP, IBM, Microsoft, NEC, Network Appliance, Oracle, StorageTek and VERITAS -- driving growth for partners and manufacturers. Avnet Partner Solutions is a division of the Avnet Technology Solutions operating group of Avnet Inc. For more information, visit www.aps.avnet.com.
About NEC Solutions America
NEC Solutions (America), Inc. is a premier provider of integrated solutions for the Connected Enterprise in North America. As an affiliate of NEC Corporation (NASDAQ: NIPNY) (FTSE: 6701q.1), NEC Solutions America taps into a global resource network to help clients leverage technology to achieve a competitive edge. From corporate performance management and biometric security solutions to digital cinema and in-theatre advertising systems, visual displays and server solutions, the expertise is delivered with the personal attention needed to address individual situations. With headquarters in Rancho Cordova, California, NEC Solutions America serves a wide range of markets, including the health care and public safety, financial services, cinema, retail and manufacturing markets. Information regarding NEC Solutions America can be found at www.necsam.com.