OpenScape Unified Communications Application Server v7 proved to be resilient and functional during multiple security attacks. The system was subjected to a battery of vulnerability analyses and scans without any additional security measures being deployed. OpenScape UC maintained performance even while DHCP, IPv4, ICMP, UDP and SSLv3 protocol mutations were directed to the Application Server.
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Cisco engaged Miercom to evaluate the performance of the newly launched ASA 5500-X Series of Adaptive Security Appliances against comparable products selected on the basis of intended markets and MSRP. Three different comparative scenarios were tested. Continue Reading

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Huawei CloudEngine 12800 is a high performance, scalable core switch supporting up to 1152*10GbE or 288*40GbE port connections, at up to 47.52 Tbps of line rate traffic. The scalability allows increased port count, line speed and aggregate throughput for future Cloud Networking demands.

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Huawei CloudEngine 6850 TOR switch proved full line rate throughput for all traffic patterns and content type with no loss for 48*10GbE and 4*40GbE ports. The superior performance and energy efficiency of the CE6850 will allow Huawei to meet the demand for providing scalable solutions for Cloud Networking Applications.

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Cisco engaged Miercom to evaluate the call handling capabilities of the Cisco Unified Border Element – Enterprise Edition (CUBE [ENT]) under specific adverse use-case scenarios. The CUBE (ENT) is a highly scalable enterprise-class Session Border Controller for VoIP networks, peering connections, international gateways, and enterprise access. Since CUBE (ENT) is integrated into Cisco’s router platforms, it can function as either a standalone or a router integrated session border controller.

• Cisco Unified Border Element enterprise-class Session Border Controller handles 16,000 concurrent SIP-to-SIP calls at 150 calls per second
• In-box High Availability feature supports active/standby failover of Route Processor and Embedded Services Processor with no dropped calls
• Transcodes over 9,900 SIP-to-SIP calls from G.711ulaw to G.711alaw
• Performs In Service Software Upgrade (ISSU) while processing active calls

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Cisco AP 3600i/e wireless access point with ClientLink 2.0 provides superior throughput and extended coverage for Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) enterprise deployments. 4×4 MIMO antenna structure further strengthens wireless environments by allowing true beam forming for clients within its range.

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Huawei Technologies engaged Miercom to evaluate several series of enterprise routers for performance and reliability. Continue Reading