Castleford, U.K.—AMG Systems of the United Kingdom and USA has introduced the AMG SecureNet SFP carrier, an SFP-based IP-level device that offers 128-bit encryption for traffic over any IP network.
The company states the device operates as an SFP carrier and it can host most standard MSA-compliant 100Mb or 1Gb SFP modules. AMG Systems boasts the SecureNet SFP carrier transparently envelopes a wide variety of SFPs, enabling full reuse of existing equipment and easy deployment across various infrastructure types, including both fiber and copper lines.
“AMG is known for our innovative approach to solving our customers’ challenges. Network Security is more important than ever,” says Steve Clarke, managing director, AMG Systems. “With the AMG Secure-Net SFP Carrier, any device on the network that requires the highest level of security can now be cost-effectively secured using Secure-Net.”
SecureNet SFP Provides Dealers, IT Pros with a Cost-Effective Fiber Solution
The company says the SFP carrier is easy to use with standard MSA-compatible SFP ports on AMG switches, media converters, and third-party devices, including switches, routers, and servers from other manufacturers. This functionality AMG notes, removes the need for external power, saving space and reducing cabling costs.
The SecureNet SFP carrier supports end-to-end static IPsec in transport mode for secure 128-bit AES-GCM-ESP encrypted network links in both point-to-point and multipoint deployments.
“These SecureNet SFP carriers are a cost-effective alternative to larger overall solutions. In addition, complete out-of-band management ensures the highest levels of security with no access to the configuration of the Secure-Net device from within the network or from its local host device,” comments Tom Exley, technical director, AMG Systems.
AMG stresses that one of its core operational goes is having products in stock and being fully supported by the AMG design team gives AMG customers an advantage in today’s competitive marketplace.
“The SecureNet SFP Carrier is another example of a product designed to provide a definitive solution to a known challenge. The product is available now and can be ordered through all AMG channels,” adds Frank Haight, vice president of marketing, AMG Systems.
