Gigamon(TM) Announces Distribution Program for GigaVUE-212(TM) Entry Level Data Access Switch

SILICON VALLEY, Calif., May 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Gigamon™, the leading global provider of Intelligent Data Access Networking™, today announced that Clearwater-based Specialty Distributor, Interlink Communication Systems, will be the master distribution partner in North America for the new GigaVUE-212 entry level Data Access Switch.

Recently announced at Interop Las Vegas, the industry-defining GigaVUE-212 aggregates, replicates, filters and load divides traffic flows across multiple passive monitoring tools in reduced port-count implementations.

"Interlink is a natural fit for the launch of our new GigaVUE-212 and our G-TAP families as these products are ideally suited for, and will be the most efficiently addressed through, the Channel," said Ted Ho, Chief Executive Officer at Gigamon.  "Interlink has been squarely focused on serving their considerable Enterprise and Mid-Market Reseller base for over 20 years; the new GigaVUE-212 will add a new dimension to their product portfolio that will really invigorate net new opportunities for the Interlink VARs and their customers."

"Interlink is excited about Gigamon technology, but in particular, the launch of the GigaVUE-212 through the Channel represents a creative and cost-effective way to resolve critical issues that Network Engineers face today – our VARs are going to understand the value proposition and the opportunity at once," said Al Higgins, President of Interlink Communication Systems.

With thousands of GigaVUE products shipped to date, the GigVUE-212 joins an impressive family of intelligent data access solutions for the Data Access Network.  The GigaVUE-212 is a game-changer at a much lower entry price level; the switch supports eight 1GE ports and two 10GE ports with an optional expansion module for support of another four 1GE ports. The GigaVUE-212 is ideal for data centers and enterprises that either require a low-cost option in order to enhance their network monitoring for the first time, or that have areas of their networks where they need lower port counts to support comprehensive monitoring.

Interlink, in concert with Gigamon's Channel organization, will manage and support all GigaVUE-212 channel activities for partners, including sales, marketing, order fulfillment, stocking and delivery.

About Gigamon

Gigamon™ delivers intelligent data access solutions to enhance network monitoring of data centers, service provider and enterprises. The company's world-renowned GigaVUE® aggregates, filters and replicates customized data streams to all monitoring tools. Gigamon pioneered the technology for multi-tool environments, addressing the growing new demands for reporting and analyzing organizational data. Now in its third generation with global deployments in more than 40 countries, Gigamon's GigaVUE platform is the only proven, fully-integrated, total solution for all data access needs. Gigamon's patented technology enables companies to realize ROI on day one by increasing tool value and operational efficiencies. GigaVUE ensures seamless and controlled delivery of the right data at the right time to the right tools. Organizations deploying Gigamon solutions achieve greater uptime, reduce threat vulnerability and improve regulatory compliance. For more information about Gigamon and its award-winning solutions, visit www.gigamon.com.

GigaVUE, GigaVUE-2404, GigaVUE-420, GigaVUE-MP, Intelligent DAN and G-TAP are registered trademarks of Gigamon, LLC in the United States. Gigamon, GigaSMART, and Intelligent Data Access Networking are trademarks of Gigamon, LLC in the United States. All other copyrights, registered trademarks and trademarks herein are the property of their respective owners.

About Interlink

Interlink Communication Systems, founded in 1990, is an internetworking, wireless and VoIP-focused specialty distribution company representing select manufacturers to an international network of Value Added Resellers, System Integrators and Network Service Providers.  Interlink's areas of expertise include IP telephony, wire-line, fiber optic and wireless Local Area and Wide Area Networking (LAN/WAN), and access aggregation and optimization.  Interlink has been ranked among the Tampa Bay Technology Fast 50, INC. 500, and noted on the VAR Business 2006 List of Distributors to Watch.  Visit Interlink at http://www.interlinkweb.com and http://twitter.com/interlinkweb.

SOURCE Gigamon