Network Integration In a modern IT infrastructure, network solutions de facto represent the central nervous system and enable the secure and efficient data communication of all enterprise networks, whether internal or external. The increasing integration of networks and the continuously improved data transmission techniques lead to an easy exchange of data and voice in real time - at any place, at any time. In parallel, more and more network-based applications become available, thus integrating functionalities like calculations, information retrieval, transaction processing and storage and security related services into the network. In order to cope with the increasing demand in terms of data transmission and network functionalities, the institutions running large and complex enterprise networks are currently examining network related issues in the following areas: High availability through redundant design Optimisation of performance - with a focus on file transfers, voice, video etc. Software solutions for network management Security solutions (firewalls, anti-virus, spam-filter etc.) Adequate service strategies for economically efficient 24/7 availability. COMPAREX support its clients with regard to such issues by performing services like analysis, planning, design, procurement, maintenance, support, management and administration of network solutions. Thus the portfolio eventually covers the full range of data communications in data centres and networks, and customers can now exploit the capabilities of COMPAREX as a system integration partner who supports the complete solution stack with regard to infrastructure and networks and who offers end-to-end solutions including service and support. Regarding the network integration offerings, COMPAREX has selected Huawei-3Com as its technology partner and supplier of network products. Huawei-3Com is a joint venture from Huawei Technologies, a leading Chinese technology manufacturer, and 3Com, an American developer of data communication solutions. The product portfolio covers all segments relevant to mission critical solutions: Routers, which make it possible to operate large networks efficiently: Detailed Information Switches, as a basis for local networks: Detailed Information Network Management Software to monitor and optimise all WLAN and LAN components: Detailed Information Network Security Products like Firewalls and VPN Gateways: Detailed Information Copyright 2007 COMPAREX. All Rights Reserved.