SuSE Linux AG has added features to its Linux offering for IBM servers. The update to SuSE Linux Enterprise Server 7 for IBM eServer iSeries and pSeries systems includes expanded hardware support, new drivers, security fixes and patches, the company said last week. The hardware support will let IBM's most recent pSeries servers be partitioned into logical systems so that users can consolidate multiple applications on a single high-performance server. An Open Database Connectivity driver for Linux lets users access DB2 Universal Database for OS/400 from Linux applications. The updates can be obtained through the SuSE Web site or on CD. www.ibm.com; www.suse.com
MiLAN last week announced the MIL-S3580, a 24-port 10/100M bit/sec managed Layer 2 switch that includes the ability to regulate bandwidth on a per-port basis, according to the company. The MIL-S3580 can control traffic on a port or virtual LAN segment at eight "levels" or speeds between 10M and 100M bit/sec per connection. Port speeds can be adjusted for ingress and egress network traffic. The switch also has two Gigabit Interface Converter slots for inserting 1000Base-T, -SX or -LX GBIC uplinks, or Fast Ethernet GBICs. The box supports management technologies such as SNMP, Remote Monitoring and port mirroring, virtual LANs with 802.1Q and quality of service with 802.1p traffic prioritization. The MIL-S3580 is available for $1,190. www.milan.com
RELATED LINKS
