DIGI INTERNATIONAL BRINGS SERVER-BASED COMMUNICATIONS TO CITRIX(R)
METAFRAME(TM) SOFTWARE THE MARKET-LEADING DIGI(TM) ACCELEPORT(R)
ASYNC PRODUCTS ENABLE HIGH-PERFORMANCE CONNECTIVITY TO CITRIX
METAFRAME THIN-CLIENT/SERVER SOFTWARE
MINNEAPOLIS, June 18 /
PRNewswire-Asianet/ --
Digi International Inc. (Nasdaq: DGII), the leading provider of server-based communication solutions, announced support for
Citrix Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: CTXS) new MetaFrame thin-client/server software for Windows NT 4.0, released today. The market-leading Digi AccelePort asynchronous communications products enable reliable, high-performance access to servers running MetaFrame and Microsoft's Windows Terminal Server for Windows NT 4.0.
Products compatible with MetaFrame thin-client/server software include the Digi AccelePort Xr 920, the fastest asynchronous intelligent solution available at over 920 Kbps, and the Digi AccelePort Xem and MODEM/Xem Systems that support up to 64 concurrent users.
"Digi is committed to providing server-based communications solutions to our customers on multiple platforms, and Citrix MetaFrame helps accomplish that by extending the reach of Windows NT," said Alan Ainsworth, director of strategic relations, Digi International. "Citrix makes server-based communications available to thousands of Digi customers by providing a rich management tool set, strong security and support for heterogeneous enterprise environments. We think this will help spur market growth and continue to build confidence in open-server solutions."
Citrix MetaFrame thin-client/server software is transforming the way organizations deploy, manage and access business applications across the extended enterprise -- regardless of client hardware, operating platform, network connection or available bandwidth -- providing improved application manageability, access, performance and security. MetaFrame software works in conjunction with Microsoft Windows NT 4.0, Terminal Server Edition to deliver a comprehensive thin-client/server solution for the entire enterprise -- including support for heterogeneous computing environments, enterprise-scale management and seamless desktop integration.
"Digi International's support for Citrix MetaFrame thin-client/server technology will enable it to continue to deliver cost-effective, server-based communications solutions to customers and extend the benefits across multiple platforms, including Windows NT," said Barry Davis, director of Citrix Business Alliance.
Digi International is the leader in server-based communications solutions, with a market share of more than 40 percent. The company shipped more than one million ports of asynchronous server-based communications products in the last fiscal year. Key server-based partners include Citrix, Microsoft, Novell, SCO, IBM, Compaq, Sun and Hewlett-Packard.
About Digi International
Digi International, based in Minneapolis, Minn., is a leading ISO 9001-compliant provider of data communications hardware and software that delivers seamless connectivity solutions for open systems, server-based remote access and LAN markets. The company markets its products through an international network of distributors and resellers, system integrators and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). For complete product information, visit Digi's Web site at http://www.dgii.com or call 800-344-4273 (U.S.) or 612-912-3444 (International).
Digi International and AccelePort are registered trademarks of Digi International Inc. Digi is a trademark of Digi International Inc. The Citrix logo, WinFrame and ICA are registered trademarks and MetaFrame is a trademark of Citrix Systems, Inc. All other brand names and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
SOURCE : Digi International, Inc. 6/18/98
CONTACT: Kari Seas of Digi International, 612-912-3102,
[email protected], or Aaron Pearson of Shandwick,