Aruba Technology Alliance Partner Solution Brief Psion Teklogix Aruba Networks and Psion Teklogix: The Aruba and Psion Delivering end-to-end ruggedized Teklogix Advantage • Psion Teklogix is a leading vendor enterprise mobility solutions of rugged mobile computing. • Aruba is a leading supplier of PEOPLE MOVE. ARUBA AND PSION TEKLOGIX: wireless LANs and secure unified NETWORKS MUST FOLLOW. UnpaRALLELED MOBILITY mobility solutions. Reliably delivering secure wireless AND RELIABILITY • Lower operating expenses by access to field workers in industrial, Aruba has teamed with Psion Teklogix, using highly reliable and flexible outdoor, and hazardous environments leading vendor of rugged mobile Psion Teklogix’s mobile computing requires an end-to-end system solution. computing solutions, so that workers in devices with Aruba’s self-tuning, One that can be easily installed, offers the field can gain access to the same centrally managed wireless LANs. no-compromise network security, and enterprise resources to which they • Lower capital equipment automatically optimizes performance have access in the office. The proven expenses by deploying a Mesh as the RF environment changes. Using reliability and flexibility of Psion Teklogix Link all-wireless network in lieu a combination of ruggedized Wi-Fi rugged mobile computers and scanners, of a wired network. networks, identity-based security, combined with Aruba’s secure Wi-Fi remote access, and centralized network networks, offers an unbeatable end- • Offer network access every- management services, Aruba’s unified to-end solution for use in industrial, where, including hazardous mobility solutions reach users wherever outdoor, and hazardous environments. environments, with Psion they work or roam. Teklogix’s rugged handhelds Aruba’s solutions address the unmet and AP-85 explosion-resistant • Follow-Me Connectivity: Explosion- need of secure mobility in the industrial products. resistant, weatherproof 802.11a/b/g enterprise – private, managed networks Wi-Fi access points ensure that users that span large distances. The industrial are always within reach of mission- enterprise IT executives now can critical information. confidently allow their field users to access enterprise resources on their F• ollow- Me Security: Identity-based private, managed network. The Psion security assigns access policies Teklogix products and Aruba’s wireless to users, enforcing those policies solutions will free workers from wired whenever and wherever a network systems and empower them with is accessed. mobility at the point of activity. The • Follow-Me Applications: Remote combined solution will provide field access solutions ensure uninterrupted workers access to mission critical access to applications as users move. information and enterprise IT systems and applications whenever and wherever The cost, convenience, and security it is needed no matter how harsh or benefits of Aruba’s unified mobility hazardous their work environment. solutions, combined with reliable Psion Teklogix’s rugged mobile computing solutions will fundamentally change how field workers can access enterprise resources. About Aruba Aruba and Psion Teklogix Solutions People move. Networks must follow. OUTDOORS / HAZARDOUS AREAS HEADQUARTERS / OFFICES Aruba securely delivers networks to users, wherever they work or roam. AP-85 Our unified mobility solutions use Wi- Fi networks, identity-based security, 65 65 200 remote access and cellular solutions, Mobility Controller and centralized network management services to move in lock-step with WAN / Internet users. The cost, convenience, and security benefits of Aruba’s unified DATA CENTER mobility solutions are fundamentally Aruba IP Services: changing how and where we work. INDUSTRIAL FACTORY Mobility Controller DNS, RADIUS LDAP To learn more, visit us at AP-85 www.arubanetworks.com. Aruba IP Services: ArubaMobility MMS Controller IP PBX DNS, RADIUS LDAP 800 Mobility Controller Aruba MMS IP PBX BACKUP DATA CENTER Aruba Industrial Solutions Aruba’s AP-85 Dual-Radio Outdoor is particularly important in SCADA, Access Point family was tailor-made outdoor video surveillance, and for industrial, outdoor, and hazardous logistics applications where power environments. Featuring dual, high- sources are expensive to wire or simply power 802.11 a/b/g radios, the access unavailable. Users also have a choice points deliver up to 200mW (23dBm) of 10/100BaseT or single/multimode for wide area coverage. The IP68 fiber optic data interfaces. enclosure and ATEX Zone 2 rating When Aruba’s access points are enable the access points to operate in configured for mesh link operation explosion hazardous environments and (Figure 2) the radio signals hop from across temperatures from -30 to +55 access point to access point, an ideal degrees Centigrade. arrangement for SCADA, mining, Labor-saving features include high- and oil/gas applications where wired intensity data, signal, and power LEDs networks may be impossible or mounted behind a front panel window too expensive to install. The radios that allow status to be checked at a can be configured redundantly for distance, and over-the-air management high availability mesh operation, so access points can be configured, and the solar power option can be updated, and repurposed without used when power connections are physically accessing the hardware. otherwise unavailable. The mesh link allows networks to be set up Flexible power options include quickly and inexpensively in even standard 802.3af Power-over-Ethernet the harshest environments, without and 12VDC. In the latter case, low costly site modifications, and is ideal voltage power can be drawn from for overcoming difficult installation either plant bus power sources used scenarios in both indoor and outdoor for industrial sensors and actuators, locations. vehicular power cells, or a solar panel array. The solar power option About Psion Teklogix, Inc. Aruba Secure Mesh Link Solution Psion Teklogix is a global provider of mobile computing solutions which deliver real-time access to enterprise data at the point of activity to improve business efficiency and productivity for leading enterprises throughout the world. Solutions are built around a range of high- quality, innovative mobile computers designed for tough and demanding environments. Psion Teklogix has leading expertise in rugged hardware, integration, service and support and in new and emerging Psion Teklogix Rugged Mobile Computing Solutions technologies including image capture and RFID. With over three decades Psion Teklogix product line of IP64, IP65 or IP66 ratings, protecting it of industry experience, Psion rugged PDAs, hand held and vehicle against dust and water sprayed from all Teklogix has customers in more than mounted computers, and scanners directions and enabling it to withstand 80 countries, and over 39 sales and complement Aruba’s rugged network mechanical impacts and falls. The full support offices in 23 countries. The mobility solutions. The ergonomic VGA color display provides improved Psion Teklogix parent company, products pack incredible functionality graphics capability, allowing the field Psion PLC, is listed on the London and flexibility into a compact form workers to see finer details in maps or factor with class-leading ergonomics, schematics in most lighting conditions, Stock Exchange (PON.L). For more aesthetics and ease of use. The highest including direct sunlight. information, visit battery capacity in the market ensures www.psionteklogix.com. Psion Teklogix has been at the forefront full-day productivity for mobile workers. of mobility, engineering rugged wireless A choice of software platforms and technologies to ensure lower cost hardware modules offers the ultimate of ownership, higher-performance in flexibility to meet the specific needs connectivity and maximized employee of diverse solution requirements. The uptime. mobile computing products include WWW.ARUBANETWORKS.COM 1322 Crossman Avenue. Sunnyvale, CA 94089 | Tel. +1.408.227.4500 | Fax. +1.408.227.4550 © 2008 Aruba Networks, Inc. Aruba Networks, The All Wireless Workplace Is Now Open For Business, People Move. Networks Must Follow., RFProtect, Bluescanner, The Mobile Edge Company and Mobile Edge Architecture are trademarks of Aruba Networks, Inc. All other trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective holders. 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