Zero hardware cost Networking

Computers today are extremely powerful - multi-core processors, 2-4GB of RAM, 160GB of HDD. Meridian is the first to provide you Zero hardware cost Networking! At your smaller branches and outlets, use the same PC for the ENPAQ Base OS, and a virtual machine that runs your OS and Application Software. In addition to the lower cost of ownership, this gives you unmatched control and manageability of the usually unruly and uncontrolled client OS. Do you need to remotely reinstall the complete OS, drivers, and applications? With the ENPAQ you can do just that - in under fifteen minutes!

Unlimited Scalability

Proprietary hardware belongs to the 1990s. Today, with network interfaces standardizing on RJ-45, and with commodity computing following and even exceeding Moore's law, you don't need proprietary hardware for networking anymore. With a choice of vendors, and a wide variety of hardware options to choose from, you can pick the scale at which you operate, without letting proprietary hardware shackle you down. Choose from a single-core P4, to dual quad-core Xeons or Opteron, or soon eight-core Intel and AMD processors. No longer will your IDS/IPS, encryption, or anti-virus feel a lack of power. Scale the hardware at each location as you want to - single processor at small branches, dual-core at regional offices with a hundred users, and quad-core at your corporate office with a thousand users - it's all up to you!

Flexible, reliable, WAN Agnostic connectivity

When your outlets or branches have to be rolled out across multiple locations, you start running into "Network Feasibility" issues with MPLS and leased-lines. Providers which service one area may not have reach in other areas, or plans and bandwidth available may be different. The ENPAQ solves this problem by taking any network connection and using site-to-site VPN to provide an overlay network. The ENPAQ also provides failover between any combination of WAN connections - VSAT, MPLS, Leased-line, ADSL, Cable-modem, Wifi, WiMax, CDMA, 3G, ISDN or even Dialup.Whatever WAN connection you can get, the ENPAQ guarantees secure, reliable connectivity to your HQ.

Secure Networking (Including WiFi Security

Network Security is designed into every facet of the ENPAQ. With a comprehensive and powerful firewall, zone-based policies and rules, timed rules, and much more, the ENPAQ gives your network the security it needs. While other firewalls also have the same features, security without usability is no security at all! At Meridian, we realized this and have worked to make configuring and tuning network security features to be as simple as possible - letting you stay in control of your security configuration at all times. The ENPAQ also has IDS, Gateway AV/AS for mail, and Gateway AV for Web downloads, covering all angles of attack.

With the proliferation of Wifi, there is an additional area of vulnerability that needs to be addressed. The ENPAQ supports walled-garden Wifi, where users must enter a username and password to gain access to the network, but don't need to change any configuration on their laptop. The ENPAQ also has a complete RADIUS server, enabling access points with WPA2 to authenticate against it. Authentication can be configured to any backend, Active Directory, LDAP, or even use the ENPAQ's internal user management.

Enterprise-wide Manageability

It's time your IT team stopped fighting fires and started adding value to your processes. The ENPAQ has a great set of monitoring and manageability functions to help your team fix a problem proactively, before users are affected. The ENPAQ can monitor PCs, servers, printer, routers, switches, and any other devices which can be reached through the network. You get instant SMS and Email alerts on any failures, along with comprehensive summary emails. Use the network link monitoring to verify SLAs with your service providers. With IT Asset Management, the ENPAQ maintains the software and hardware of every computer on your network. Any changes in the software or hardware trigger an email alert to the administrator. The ENPAQ keeps your IT team productive, not just busy fixing routine problems.

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About CompTIA Certification Exams
CompTIA serves the IT industry as the world's largest developer of vendor-neutral IT certification exams. Since establishing the certification program in 1993, more than one million CompTIA certifications have been earned worldwide. Currently, CompTIA offers certifications in PC hardware, networking, servers, e-Business, convergence, project management, training, Linux, security, digital home technology, document imaging and RFID.

CompTIA A+ Certification

CompTIA A+ certification validates the latest skills needed by today's computer support professionals. It is an international, vendor-neutral certification recognized by major hardware and software vendors, distributors and resellers. CompTIA A+ certification confirms a technician's ability to perform tasks such as installation, configuration, diagnosing, preventive maintenance and basic networking. The exams also cover domains such as security, safety and environmental issues and communication and professionalism.
CompTIA A+ ensures the right people have the right skills. While many of the essential skills are universal, there are additional skills required to support the needs of businesses. By offering certification options for specific job scenarios, CompTIA A+ gives individuals the ability to grow their careers in a certain area, and employers the flexibility to choose the exam combination that best fits their needs.

There are three kinds of CompTIA A+ Certifications.

1. CompTIA A+ Certified IT Technician
2. CompTIA A+ Certified Remote Support Technicians.
3. CompTIA A+ Certified Depot Technicians

To get a CompTIA A+ IT Technician Certification, you need to take two exams as below:

CompTIA A+ Essentials exam + CompTIA A+ 220 -602 exam

CompTIA A+ IT Technician Certification

CompTIA Network+ Certification:

CompTIA Network+ validates the knowledge and skills of networking professionals. It is an international, vendor-neutral certification that recognizes a technician's ability to describe the features and functions of networking components and to install, configure and troubleshoot basic networking hardware, protocols and services. Although not a prerequisite, it is recommended that CompTIA Network+ candidates have at least nine months of experience in network support or administration or adequate academic training, along with a CompTIA A+ certification.

The demand for skilled networking support professionals continues to grow, and CompTIA Network+ is a valuable credential to help start or enhance a networking career. In fact, many IT certifications integrate CompTIA Network+ into their curriculums. Microsoft added CompTIA Network+ into their Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) program, and other corporations such as Novell, Cisco, HP, Lotus and 3Com also recognize CompTIA Network+ as part of their certification tracks.

To get a CompTIA Network+ Certification Exam, a candidate has to pass only one exam.

CompTIA Network+ Exam N10-003.

CompTIA Security+ Certification

CompTIA Security+ validates knowledge of systems security, network infrastructure, access control, assessments and audits, cryptography and organizational security. It is an international, vendor-neutral security certification that is taught at colleges, universities and commercial training centers around the world.

Although not a prerequisite, it is recommended that CompTIA Security+ candidates have at least two years of on-the-job technical networking experience, with an emphasis on security. The CompTIA Network+ certification is also recommended.

Because human error is the number one cause for a network security breach, CompTIA Security+ is recognized by the technology community as a valuable credential that proves competency with information security.

To get a CompTIA Security+ Certification Exam, a candidate has to pass only one exam.

CompTIA Security+ Exam SY0-101.

CompTIA Linux+ Certification
CompTIA Linux+ is a vendor-neutral certification, generic across distributions, that validates the knowledge of individuals with a minimum of six to 12 months of practical Linux experience.

Professionals holding the current CompTIA Linux+ credential can explain fundamental management of Linux systems from the command line, demonstrate knowledge of user administration, understand file permissions, software configurations, and management of Linux-based clients, server systems and security.

Because of the growing popularity of enterprise-ready platforms such as Linux, both employers and professionals realize the importance of skill validation. The industry recognizes that CompTIA Linux+ certification is a good indicator of foundational proficiency in everyday management of Linux-based clients and basic management of server systems.

To get a CompTIA Linux+ Certification Exam, a candidate has to pass only one exam.

CompTIA Linux+ Exam XK0-002.

CompTIA Server+™ Certification
CompTIA Server+ validates the knowledge and skills of advanced IT technicians. It is an international, vendor-neutral certification for individuals with 18-24 months of experience with Industry Standard Server Architecture (ISSA) technology. CompTIA Server+ certifies technical knowledge in areas such as RAID, SCSI and multiple CPUs, as well as capabilities with server issues, including disaster recovery. Although not a prerequisite, it is recommended that CompTIA Server+ candidates hold a CompTIA A+ certification.

Many corporations recognize the importance of staffing technicians who can competently perform basic server support. Companies such as CDW Computer Centers and CompuCom value the CompTIA Server+ certification and require it of their IT employees.

To get a CompTIA Server+ Certification Exam, a candidate has to pass only one exam.

CompTIA Server+ Exam SK0-002