Handheld Network Analyzers

Fluke Networks EtherScope Network Assistant

Fluke Networks has announced its EtherScope Network Assistant, a Linux-based handheld network analyzer that provides rapid and detailed network visibility at speeds through Gigabit. Features include active network and VLAN discovery, real-time problem detection, remote control over the network, robust report generation and a well-designed touch-screen user interface. Provisioned with expandable memory, USB and Compact Flash slots, EtherScope comes with accessories and a carrying case. $5,495. Fluke Networks, (800) 283-5853, (425) 446-4519. www.flukenetworks.com

RSA Security Sign-On Manager

RSA Security has introduced RSA Sign-On Manager, its first single sign-on product for the enterprise. Passlogix v-GO SSO technology is integrated into smart cards, USB tokens, digital certificates, SecurID two-factor authentication, biometrics, and user names and passwords. Sign-On Manager also offers backup and recovery of credentials, as well as centralized policy management. $89. RSA Security, (800) 495-1095, (781) 515-5000. www.rsasecurity.com

Shunra Software ShunraStorm 3.5

The latest version of the ShunraStorm network emulator is touted as being ideal for testing backup and disaster recovery, load balancing and network exposure. New features include dynamic routing, packet modifying, real-time changes during emulation and support for up to 100 endpoints. ShunraStorm also offers TTL and MPLS support, reordering of packets, the ability to set static routes and multicast forwarding in routing mode. Starts at $42,000. Shunra Software, (877) 474-8672, (212) 279-8895. www.shunra.com