AEP Networks to Distribute Leading Security Products Through Bell Microproducts
AEP Netilla SSL VPN, AEP SmartGate and AEP Keyper First Products Available Through Value-Added Distributor
| Source: AEP Networks
SOMERSET, NJ--(Marketwire - December 3, 2008) - AEP Networks today announced that it has
signed a distribution agreement with Bell Microproducts Inc. (PINKSHEETS : BELM ), one of the world's largest value-added distributors of storage and
computing technology. Under the terms of the agreement, Bell Micro has
begun distributing three solutions from AEP Networks' integrated portfolio
of security products: AEP Netilla SSL VPN, AEP SmartGate and AEP Keyper.
"With a partner like Bell Micro, we can greatly enhance the support and
availability of AEP Networks' products. Bell Micro will not only distribute
our solutions in the U.S., but also in Latin America and in Canada," said
Pat Donnellan, CEO of AEP Networks. "In addition, they have initiated a
proactive Security Division in North America to build on the success they
have experienced in the U.K., where the division is the U.K.'s largest
distributor of IT security solutions and services."
Duncan Hume, director of Bell Micro's North American Security Division,
added, "AEP will be a key supplier in our new North American Security
Division, and we look forward to introducing our established customer base
to the outstanding security products from AEP. I am also excited to share
that, in 2009, we expect to begin distributing AEP Net as well, which is an
independently assured encryptor that meets stringent VPN security
standards."
The AEP Netilla SSL VPN quickly and securely makes business applications
remotely available to employees and partners. With AEP SmartGate,
organizations can rapidly deploy an application gateway security solution
that can support thousands of simultaneous users. AEP Keyper allows for
generation, storage and use high quality keys within a tamper reactive,
FIPS-certified Hardware Security Module. All AEP products have been
designed to meet the most stringent U.S., Canadian and U.K. security
requirements. AEP's products will continue to be available through
Alternative Technology as well.
To learn more or to order AEP Networks' products through Bell Micro, please
visit www.bellmicrosecurity.com.
About Bell Microproducts Inc.
Bell Microproducts (PINKSHEETS : BELM ) is an international, value-added
distributor of a wide range of high-tech products, solutions and services,
including storage systems, servers, software, computer components, and
peripherals, as well as maintenance and professional services. An
industry-recognized specialist in storage products, the company is one of
the world's largest storage-centric value-added distributors.
Bell Microproducts is uniquely qualified with deep technical and
application expertise to service a broad range of information technology
needs. From design to deployment, its products are available at any level
of integration, from components to subsystem assemblies and
fully-integrated, tested and certified system solutions. More information
can be found in the company's SEC filings, or by visiting the Bell
Microproducts Web site at www.bellmicro.com.
About AEP Networks
AEP Networks offers a comprehensive Policy Networking solution that
provides complete security starting at the endpoints and working throughout
a network -- from the edge to the core. AEP's integrated portfolio of
security products includes identity-based network and resource access
control, SSL VPNs, high assurance IPSec-based VPN encryptors, and hardware
security modules for key management. Our products address the most
demanding security requirements of public-sector organizations and
commercial enterprises internationally. The company is headquartered in
Somerset, New Jersey, with offices worldwide. For more information, visit
www.aepnetworks.com.