Vanguard 340 Series

  • An integrated voice, video, and data solution with advanced security for the remote office or retail outlet
  • Cost-effective e-business solution for enterprise customers available in two models: the Vanguard 340E and Vanguard 342
  • Modular architecture with two daughter card slots supporting applications requiring a diverse range of interface connectivity
  • Investment protection with the ability to add new broadband services such as DSL, cable, and wireless
  • Integrated universal serial port for connectivity to broad range of serial protocols
  • Single (340E) or dual Ethernet (342) port connectivity for easy access to high-speed LANs and broadband WAN services

Features and Benefits

Features Benefits
Two Model Availability 340E suitable for serial to WAN IP connectivity. 342 suitable for extended LAN connectivity or multi-port WAN connectivity, in addition to serial to WAN IP connectivity.
Multi-Service Access Integration Integrated services for voice, video, fax, and data all in the same footprint. Reduce CAPEX and OPEX expenditure for medium size branch office and retail outlets where resources are scarce requiring a product that can be easily managed and can perform many different functions.
Flexible and High Performance Architecture Supports multiple applications within a single platform. Easy migration path to IP-based services thus reducing total cost of ownership
Full-featured Voice-over-IP (VoIP) or Voice-over-FR (VoFR) Gateway Standards-based interoperability with voice enabled IP networks. Reduce toll and long distance charges. Added connectivity possible to the traditional PSTN. Pure VoIP support with quality of service to ensure the proper prioritization and integrity of voice traffic. Other applications supported include Hosted VoIP, SIP Trunking, web based call centers and calling features— Caller ID and Call Hold—without requiring a PBX at the branch.
Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) Supports advanced IP and MPLS VPNs, BGP, IPSec, and hardware-based encryption, for reliable and secure connectivity between larger office sites, intra-company remote branch sites, and business partners, thus enabling a true e-business environment.
Two 10/100 BaseT Ethernet Ports (1 Port in 340E) Enables migration to high-speed LANs and new broadband services such as DSL or cable.
VLAN Configuration Reduce management complexity of enterprise LAN networks while enabling differentiated IP services. The Vanguard routers will prioritize LAN traffic flows and direct them appropriately, thus ensuring data integrity and satisfactory throughput.
Universal Serial Port (Integrated) Flexible connectivity to vast range of serial protocols serving extensive range of applications in an IP network protecting existing investment in serial applications and devices.
Stateful Firewall Protects sensitive internal data while allowing bi-directional access to trusted sources
Field Upgradeable Hardware-based Encryption Ideal for highly secure applications requiring excellent real-time performance
Network Authentication Allows greater use of secure extranets for business-to-business enterprise network transactions
User Authentication End user access authentication acts as gatekeeper to keep out unauthorized users
Multi-link capability Allows for dynamic load balancing across multiple WAN connections. Ensures high availability of transport link in the event of primary link failure
Quality of Service (QoS) High performance and network resource optimization through prioritization of delay-sensitive applications (e.g. VoIP, video)
Multiple Configuration Management and Monitoring Features Enables easy and quick configuration along with custom image build, and software image load, all contributing to reduced deployment time and costs
Management via SNMP for standard-based management access. Alternate access via Telnet and Console Port for added visibility into configuration, monitoring, and diagnostics information.