ZOOX release re Tech Data
October 26, 1999 07:24
Tech Data Selects Gadzoox Networks as Lead Storage Area Networking
Partner for New SAN Initiative
SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 26, 1999--
Gadzoox Extends Leadership in SAN Distribution Channel; Announces
Immediate Availability of All SAN Switch, Hub and
Management Products to Tech Data Resellers
Gadzoox(R) Networks, Inc., (NASDAQ: ZOOX), a leading provider of SAN (storage area network) products,
today announced that it has signed a distribution agreement with Tech Data, a global leader in the
distribution of technology products. Under the agreement, Gadzoox will serve as the lead supplier of SAN
switches, hubs and management products being offered by Tech Data's newly formed SAN business unit to
their 100,000 global resellers. The comprehensive SAN initiative that was recently launched by Tech Data
offers best-of-breed service and support capabilities along with industry leading products such as Gadzoox'
Capellix(TM) 3000 modular SAN switch.
"Gadzoox is thrilled to be selected as Tech Data's lead partner for their new SAN initiative," said Dave Tang,
Gadzoox vice president of marketing. "We are proud that Tech Data has recognized us as the leader in the
SAN market and are delighted to extend our leadership in the distribution channel by welcoming Tech Data
as our newest world-class GAIN partner."
Based on an open standard technology called fibre channel, storage area networks have emerged as an
innovative solution to managing the rapid grow in business-critical data. Recognizing the increasing
dependency on data for information intensive environments, such as e-business, several industry analysts
project that the SAN market segment will exceed one billion dollars within the next 2 years. To meet the
demand reflected by these rapid growth estimates, a distribution channel made up of highly qualified
distributors and resellers is essential.
"The addition of Gadzoox as a cornerstone of Tech Data's SAN portfolio will enhance our offering of a
complete range of SAN solutions for our resellers," said Roy Appelbaum, vice president and general
manager of product marketing for Tech Data's networking division. "Gadzoox' industry leading SAN switches,
hubs and management products along with their proven commitment to developing the open market made
them a great choice to help lead our SAN initiative and enable Tech Data and our resellers to establish an
early lead in the rapidly growing SAN market."
Tech Data is a leading full-line distributor of more than 75,000 technology products worldwide. The company
and its subsidiaries distribute to more than 70 countries and serve over 100,000 resellers in the United
States, Canada, the Caribbean, Latin America, Europe and the Middle East. Tech Data provides extensive
pre- and post-sale training, service and support as well as high-quality configuration and assembly services
and a full range of electronic commerce solutions.
As a GAIN (Gadzoox Associates In Networking) partner, Tech Data joins an elite group of highly qualified,
world-class distributors and resellers that receive intensive product, application and technical support
training along with market development tools from Gadzoox. The GAIN partner program leads the SAN
market segment with over 70 partners in 18 countries.
Gadzoox Networks Offers Broad Line of SAN Products
Gadzoox, a leader in the SAN market, offers a broad range of advanced products including Bitstrip(TM)
(gigabit Fibre Channel hub), Gibraltar(TM) (managed Fibre Channel hub), Ventana(TM) (SAN management
software application), Denali(TM) (switch supporting embedded backup agent), and the Capellix(TM)
(modular and highly scalable switch.)
About Gadzoox Networks, Inc.
Gadzoox Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZOOX) is a leader in SAN (storage area network) products. The Company
provides networking solutions for enterprise storage with scalable, managed SAN solutions based on
Gadzoox' Fibre Channel hubs, switches and management products. Serving as modular building blocks,
Gadzoox' products are designed to address the growth in enterprise data through the evolving capabilities of
SANs. According to the most recent Fibre Channel report from market research firm International Data
Corporation dated January 1999, Gadzoox is the market share leader in combined hub and switch port
shipments in 1997 and 1998. Gadzoox is an ISO 9001 certified Company. Gadzoox corporate headquarters
is located at: 5850 Hellyer Avenue, San Jose, CA 95138. For more information, visit the company's Web site
at www.gadzoox.com or call 888.423.3222.
Gadzoox and the Gadzoox logo are registered trademark of Gadzoox Networks, Inc. Bitstrip, Denali, Gibraltar,
Ventana and Capellix are trademarks of Gadzoox Networks, Inc. All other trademarks are property of their
respective owners.
CONTACT: Gadzoox Networks, Inc.
Dominique Pheiffer, 408/361.6143
dominique@gadzoox.com
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