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Fluke Networks Announces Partnership with Ipswitch, Inc. to Offer New Network Management SolutionsNetwork Analysis Leaders Join to Offer Added Visibility into Network Operation and Troubleshooting EVERETT, Washington -- Fluke Networks, a provider of innovative solutions for the testing, monitoring and analysis of enterprise and telecommunications networks, today announced it has entered a partnership with Ipswitch, Inc., a leading developer of network management, messaging and file transfer solutions, to produce a unique real-time solution for network administrators who need a powerful proactive and reactive solution to network problem identification and resolution. The combination of Key Device Watch, based on Ipswitch's popular WhatsUp® network monitoring program, with Fluke Networks' portable network test solutions provides a streamlined approach to network monitoring and troubleshooting. Key Device Watch proactively monitors and identifies any problems on a network on a 24/7 basis. Fluke Networks' LinkRunner and NetTool can troubleshoot an identified problem area with instant information about the connectivity and performance of the network. Lisa Schwartz, Fluke Networks Business Development Manager, stated that Ipswitch's compatibility with Fluke Networks' NetTool Inline Network Tester will extend the troubleshooting needs of technicians. "We are pleased to be an integral part of the NetTool Key Device Watch bundle. This partnership will help our customers attain increased visibility to network monitoring and troubleshooting," said Schwartz. "We are excited to partner with Fluke Networks to provide the market with cutting-edge solutions to isolate network problems and fix them faster than ever before," said Alex Neihaus, Vice President of Marketing at Ipswitch. "As networks grow and become more complex, the administrator's ability to identify and address issues becomes even more important. Our partnership with Fluke Networks allows us to combine our strengths with theirs to deliver a unique, high-capability network monitoring solution for network administrators." NetTool, LinkRunner and Key Device Watch software. Click for larger image. <http://tailorednews.com/fluke/PR/Images/NT-LR-KDW_screen.jpg> Key Device Watch is available in all versions of NetTooltm Inline Network Tester models and select LinkRunnertm Handheld Network Connectivity Tester models. It is also available as a stand-alone product. Key Device Watch provides the critical functions needed to monitor and protect a small network without complexity or high cost. The software enables users to map to their networks, monitor critical devices such as email or web sites, and receive alerts about any problems via email, sound, or visual pop-up, in order to speed problem resolution. A trend analysis feature, which tracks network diagnostics with graphical reports and charts, is also available in this bundle. Fluke Networks Portable Network Test Devices NetTool Inline Network Tester combines cable, network, IP phone and PC configuration testing into one palm-sized tool that empowers network administrators to quickly identify and resolve the toughest connectivity problems. With the NetTool Inline Network Tester, administrators can connect between two network devices, listen to the traffic between them and quickly see the three most common connectivity problems: the PC is not properly configured, a network resource is not available or there is a cable problem. LinkRunner is a portable network connectivity tester and an essential tool for network technicians that quickly and accurately verifies connectivity and availability. As networks run faster and become more complex, infrastructure cabling and devices must operate to precise levels in a tighter performance window. LinkRunner assists with this goal by enabling users to quickly identify a problem and improving troubleshooting and escalation accuracy. Pricing and Availability NetTool and LinkRunner with Key Device Watch are easy-to-deploy, cost-effective tools to measure and understand enterprise-wide application performance from the end-user's perspective. NetTool is available for immediate delivery in three different versions. All versions include Key Device Watch Software with suggested U.S. list price starting at $917. LinkRunner is also available immediately, with Key Device Watch included, suggested U.S. list price starting at $545. Key Device Watch software is also available as a stand-alone product with a suggested U.S. list price of $245. About Fluke Networks Fluke Networks provides innovative solutions for the testing, monitoring and analysis of enterprise and telecommunications networks and the installation and certification of the fiber and copper forming the foundation for those networks. The company's comprehensive line of Network SuperVision solutionstm provide network installers, owners, and maintainers with superior vision, combining speed, accuracy and ease of use to optimize network performance. Headquartered in Everett, Washington, the company has approximately 500 employees worldwide and distributes its products in more than 50 countries. More information can be found by visiting Fluke Networks' site at www.flukenetworks.com or by calling (800) 283-5853. About Ipswitch, Inc. Ipswitch develops and markets software that works for small and medium businesses worldwide. More than 100 million people use Ipswitch software every day to collaborate via Ipswitch Collaboration Suite, monitor their networks with Ipswitch WhatsUp®, and transfer files over the Internet using the market-leading Ipswitch WS_FTP® Professional client and Ipswitch WS_FTP Server. To view the Ipswitch blog, visit http://blogs.ipswitch.com. Ipswitch values community involvement, visit http://icare.ipswitch.com to find out how to become involved. For product and sales information, write to [email protected] or visit http://www.ipswitch.com. |