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The no-charge upgrade includes dial-out PPP, call-back, and uplink over T1/E1 PPP capabilities for Patton's popular and distinctive 2900 Series and 3120 remote access server product family. The expanded feature set enables new applications for ISPs and enterprises that offer enhanced security combined with reduced equipment and operating costs. Patton RAS owners can download the new software immediately from Patton's web site at upgrades.patton.com.
"RAS isn't dead, in fact, it's more popular than ever," said Scott Whittle, Patton's Director of Product Marketing.
"That's because dial-up is less expensive and more available than broadband--and will be for years to come. Plus, dial-up RAS is vital for teleworkers, business travelers, and users in under-developed remote and rural locations. Patton's versatile new RedRAS 3.5.1 upgrade gives ISPs and enterprises fresh ways to leverage this time-tested technology to expand their service offerings, reduce expenses, and grow their business." Mr. Whittle added.
New feature/benefits in RedRAS 3.5.1 include dial-out with multi-link support for lower-cost high bandwidth uplinks, call-back for reduced telephony expenses and enhanced security, and Synch PPP uplinks for lower equipment costs.
Dial-out PPP
Patton's dial-out PPP feature with dial-on-demand allocates bandwidth dynamically so enterprises and ISPs can avoid paying for unused bandwidth on dedicated uplinks. Patton's dial-on-demand boasts a multilink capability that distributes outbound data among multiple modems to create an aggregated high bandwidth pipe. As additional bandwidth is needed, the RAS automatically initiates a dial-up call and establishes a framed IP connection to a remote network. RAS administrators control the feature via configurable operating parameters. Patton's integrated packet filtering prevents unwanted outbound calls from unauthorized users or ping requests, ensuring security while further reducing costs.
Dial-on-demand is ideal for such enterprise applications as automated backups to a remote data center. The RAS automatically sets up connections and then transmits the data over multiple modems to the remote center for storage. With dial-on-demand, ISPs can reduce expenses by replacing costly dedicated uplinks with Patton's "E1-on-demand"--a dynamic pool of dial-out PPP uplinks.
Call-Back
The call-back feature employs the Call Back Control Protocol (CBCP) to enhance security and reduce telephony costs. CBCP verifies the identity of a remote calling device using RADIUS authentication. If authentication succeeds, the RAS disconnects the user and reestablishes the connection by initiating a new call. For each calling user, RAS administrators can pre-define the call-back digits within RADIUS, or allow the user device to specify the dial-back number. Enterprises can use the call-back feature to reduce telephone expenses incurred by teleworkers and business travelers calling from remote locations. By configuring the RAS to dial the caller back, businesses can take advantage of lower corporate rates for long-distance dialing.
Synch PPP Uplink
The synch PPP uplink feature permits a dedicated IP connection for uplink using existing T1/E1 WAN ports. User-selectable nx64 DS0s per WAN port allows the RAS to be used as an edge router instead of requiring the added expense of an external router or switch. This is a benefit for ISPs because it makes the RAS more flexible, so you can deploy a RAS to a new location without buying a router or switch, reducing the cost of growing your business.
Source: Onlypunjab.com
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