Brocade Communications Systems, Inc. (Brocade(R)) (Nasdaq: BRCD) and Packeteer, Inc. (Packeteer(R)) (Nasdaq: PKTR) today announced the availability of the new software-only version of the Brocade Tapestry Wide Area File Services (WAFS) solution, providing customers with an easy deployment option for high-performance file access in branch offices and geographically distributed locations. The new software-only release of Brocade's WAFS, which is procured via a partnership with Packeteer, is based on Microsoft's Windows platform and runs on qualified Windows Server 2003 systems.
As a critical component of a File Area Network (FAN) architecture for enterprises with geographically distributed offices, Tapestry WAFS provides LAN-like speeds for access to shared files across Wide Area Networks (WANs), enabling organizations to consolidate their IT assets while unlocking significant productivity gains and protecting branch office data. As a result, the Brocade WAFS solution helps streamline remote office IT operations, improve operational efficiency, and centralize file data management.
"As enterprises focus on improving the reliability, availability, and security of remote office data for compliance, business continuity, and IT efficiency purposes, Brocade is continuing to deliver innovative solutions to market in response to customer demand," said Tom Buiocchi, Brocade Vice President of Marketing. "With this latest release, Brocade now offers customers greater flexibility and choice by providing both hardware and software options for implementing an enterprise-wide WAFS strategy."
"The performance and productivity advantages of the Microsoft-based WAFS software has been proven in thousands of remote and branch offices to date," said Brian Garrett, an analyst with the Enterprise Strategy Group. "The new software-only version of Tapestry WAFS provides a cost-effective option for smaller remote offices which has the potential to extend the benefits to tens of thousands of new users."
"As one of our most strategic OEM partners, Brocade continues to utilize Packeteer's technology to offer customers the industry's most advanced, integrated branch office storage consolidation solution as a critical component of a FAN implementation," said Dave Cote, CEO of Packeteer. "We are extremely proud to be able to strengthen our partnership with Brocade through the launch of its Tapestry WAFS software-only product."
About Brocade Communications Systems, Inc.
Brocade delivers industry-leading platforms, solutions, and services for intelligently connecting, managing, and optimizing IT resources in shared storage environments. The world's premier systems, server, and storage providers offer the Brocade SilkWorm(R) family of Storage Area Network (SAN) connectivity platforms as the foundation for shared storage in organizations of all sizes. In addition, the Brocade Tapestry(TM) family of IT infrastructure solutions extends the ability to proactively manage and optimize application and information resources across the enterprise. Using Brocade solutions, organizations are better positioned to reduce cost, manage complexity, and satisfy business compliance requirements through optimized use and management of their IT resources. For more information, visit the Brocade Web site at http://www.brocade.com or contact the company at info@brocade.com.
About Packeteer
Packeteer, Inc. is the global market leader in high-performance, intelligent WAN Application Delivery. With over 55,000 systems deployed at more than 7,000 customers worldwide, Packeteer solutions increase WAN capacity and accelerate and ensure predictable network application performance for all users anywhere in the distributed enterprise. By automatically classifying over 600 applications and utilizing the most comprehensive network monitoring, QoS, WAFS, and acceleration technologies, Packeteer solutions improve business operational efficiency and provide customers with a rapid return on investment. For more information, contact Packeteer at 408-873-4400 or visit the company's Web site at http://www.packeteer.com .
NOTE: Brocade, the Brocade B weave logo, Fabric OS, File Lifecycle Manager, MyView, Secure Fabric OS, SilkWorm, and StorageX are registered trademarks and Tapestry is a trademark of Brocade Communications Systems, Inc., in the United States and/or in other countries. All other brands, products, or service names are or may be trademarks or service marks of, and are used to identify, products or services of their respective owners.
Packeteer, PacketShaper, PacketShaper Express are trademarks or registered trademarks of Packeteer, Inc. All other products and services are the trademarks of their respective owners.
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