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To: jas cooper who wrote (29650)	4/12/1999 9:41:00 AM
From: Moonray	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 45548

3Com Offers Virtual Private Network Site-to-Site Design and Implementation Service to Enterprise Customers SANTA CLARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 12, 1999--As Virtual Private Network (VPN) technology becomes more prevalent, the need for comprehensive, dedicated solution-based services grows more critical. Recognizing this need, 3Com Corporation (Nasdaq:COMS) today announced it is instituting a dedicated VPN service solution aimed at providing support for design and installation of site-to-site VPNs. The 3Com(R) VPN Site-to-Site Design and Implementation Service is designed for VPN customers looking for a turnkey VPN solution to connect branch offices, or to establish or expand extranet connectivity via the Internet. Teaming with its customers, 3Com will provide integration and project management services, making VPN implementation seamless and successful. "We have found that companies want to install VPN solutions, but are reluctant to undertake what they consider to be a daunting task," said Chu Chang, vice president and general manager of 3Com Enterprise Customer Service division. "Many customers also have concerns around the security issues in deploying VPN solutions. With this 3Com VPN service offering, 3Com can jointly address all customers' concerns and help guide the successful deployment of the solution." Professional Services Ease Implementation Issues Every customer's requirements for VPN solutions differ depending on the specific business needs and environment. With the introduction of 3Com's new site-to-site VPN service, enterprise customers can take advantage of 3Com's expertise in planning and integration including configuration, installation and project management of VPN solutions. This service also offers a solution to customers who may not have dedicated in-house IT staff or who are looking for an alternative to using their in-house staff for assessing, planning, staging and installing a VPN solution. 3Com's customized program includes the following components: Network Audit -- During an on-site session, 3Com will assess the requirements for a VPN solution. 3Com will perform an audit of the customer's current network infrastructure, assess VPN readiness, and provide the customer with a return on investment analysis. Network Design -- Based upon findings from the network audit, 3Com will propose a solution that meets the customer's current requirements as well as address future growth. 3Com's solution will include recommendations regarding security and network management. Installation -- 3Com will install and configure the necessary equipment and conduct a proof of concept test in a lab environment to ensure the functionality of the customer's VPN solution prior to the full site rollout at the customer's premises. With an ISP (or equivalent) 3Com will set up access per site and document the configuration of the VPN network for the customer. Project Management -- 3Com will designate a project management team to supervise the service from start to finish. The project management team will be responsible for scheduling project activities, coordinating design review meetings and making sure the project is completed on time within the proposed budget. "Teaming with 3Com to utilize its network expertise combined with its new site-to-site VPN professional service provided us with a personalized, dedicated VPN solution that fit our company's needs," said James H. Gildea, president, Aegis Associates, Inc. "3Com's new VPN professional services is an excellent option for companies looking to install office to branch office VPN solutions seamlessly and successfully." Pricing and Availability 3Com's Site-to-Site Design and Implementation VPN service is available immediately to all 3Com customers worldwide. Pricing is conducted on a customized quote basis as it is dependent on the number of sites per project. Customers wanting more information on this new VPN service should contact their local 3Com office. End-to-End VPN Solution From 3Com 3Com's flexible system of VPN solutions allows for support in a variety of environments, ranging from virtual leased lines to branch offices, to secure extranets for connectivity to business partners. The introduction of this new service targeted to enterprise customers illustrates 3Com's commitment in supporting its varied customer base in the delivery of VPN solutions. This new VPN Site-to-Site Design and Implementation service offering complements the company's previously announced professional VPN service solution targeted to the carrier market place. Offered with 3Com's NETBuilder(R) and PathBuilder(TM) tunneling products as well as Total Control(R) hub access products, L2TP-based 3Com solutions can now be rolled out by both enterprise and service provider users wanting to upgrade their networks to standards-based VPN infrastructures. These complete 3Com solutions enable customers to expand geographic reach, lower capital costs, and deploy secure, reliable infrastructures that scale to the very largest infrastructures. About 3Com Corporation With more than 200 million customers worldwide, 3Com Corporation connects more people to information in more ways than any other networking company. 3Com delivers innovative information access products and network system solutions to large, medium and small enterprises; carriers and network service providers; PC OEMs; and consumers. 3Com--More connected.(TM) For further information, visit 3Com's World Wide Web site at 3com.com or the press site at 3com.com. Note to Editors: 3Com, Total Control and NETBuilder are registered trademarks and More connected. and PathBuilder are trademarks of 3Com Corporation. CONTACT: 3Com Corporation, Santa Clara Arleene Chua, 408/326-2015 Arleene_Chua@3com.com or The Weber Group Aaron De Lucia, 650/463-8629 adelucia@ca.webergroup.com o~~~ O