D&H to Launch AT&T-Branded Converged Data Solution for SMBs

data networking platform. Designed specifically to help SMBs handle the growing challenges of performance-hungry network enabled applications, the solution simplifies the network into a single control point, making it easier for SMBs to control their data networks even when IT resources are limited.

The AT&T-branded activeARC solution currently includes an Access Controller for both wired and wireless management, cost effective business-class APs for small businesses, mid-market performance APs, and a signal-enhanced performance AP. Focused on consolidation and flexibility for growth, the software optimized AT&T-branded activeARC solution simplifies SMB networking decisions while offering growth capabilities in the industry.

The new AT&T-branded activeARC products include:

· activeARC active500EM Access Control Switch – The active500EM is a centralized network access controller which supports up to 32 access points and features 24 Gigabit ports for wired connections and combo uplink ports. The switch features a built-in wireless controller, RADIUS support, WIDS, load balancing, and supports managed service solutions for SMBs.

· activeARC ARC1000MAP Access Point – Ideal for small businesses, the ARC1000MAP is an intelligent business-class 2.4GHz single band access point that supports IEEE802.11b/g/n client devices and can function in FAT (stand-alone) or FIT (controlled by the active500EM) mode.

· activeARC ARC2000MAP Access Point – Optimized for mid-market deployments, the ARC2000MAP is an intelligent business-class concurrent dual band 2.4GHz and 5GHz access point that supports IEEE802.11a/b/g/n client devices. The ARC2000MAP can also function in FAT or FIT modes.