networkMCI WebMaker - Product Data Sheet
- 1. networkMCI Webmakersm 1.1 Product Overview An Integrated Internet Business Solution To succeed in today's competitive marketplace, a business needs immediate access to information. In the current business environment, the Internet is an ideal medium for business communication whether you need to send e-mail to clients across the country, research the latest governmental regulations or keep tabs on your competitors. For real-time information access, there's no better option than being an active participant on the Internet, but Internet access is only half of the emerging business requirement. Unless your company's own home page is up on the World Wide Web, you're missing opportunities for customers and potential customers to access your products and services via the Internet. Forward-looking businesses are on the Internet with their own 'company.com' addresses because they recognize that a Web site is a low-cost, high-tech storefront, open 24 hours a day to a worldwide audience of consumers numbering in the tens of millions. Marketing your products and services, automating customer service, gathering sales leads and even selling products electronically are just a few of the benefits of having your own Web site. Implementing these capabilities electronically, via the Internet, is faster and cheaper than using traditional means. And, with your own Web server on your premises, you maintain the utmost control over your company's communications, image and critical customer data. The networkMCI WebMaker is an integrated hardware and software solution for establishing your business on the Internet. It makes it easy for your company or organization to set up and control an on-site Internet presence, and it allows your employees to start reaping the benefits of Internet e-mail and access to the Web. Designed for small to mid- sized companies without substantial technical or Internet expertise, the networkMCI WebMaker enhances your ability to compete in the marketplace and better serve your customers today. In addition, it positions your company to take advantage of new Internet business opportunities in the future. The networkMCI WebMaker is unique in that it integrates best-of-breed components with secure Internet connectivity, comprehensive administration and ease of use throughout. It combines Windows NT*, a high-performance Intel processor-based platform, a rich application suite including Microsoft* Internet Information Server, an integrated router, firewall security and intuitive management services all at a very competitive price. In addition, the networkMCI WebMaker comes with easy-to-use software wizards and tools that help you create a professional-looking Web site, register your site with numerous Internet search engines and directory services, and create interactive applications such as 'guest books' that can be inserted to your Web pages. Best of all, these powerful capabilities are tightly integrated and easily accessed from a central Windows*-based Management Console. Product Overview Easy to use Setup Wizard for plug and play Internet connectivity and security configuration Integrated security firewall consisting of packet-filtering router and application Proxy Server Scaleable leased line Internet connectivity from 56 Kbps to full 1.5 Mbps T-1 Speed Secure Internet presence (servers) for a company (Web and e-mail) Secure Internet access for TCP/IP LAN users (HTTP/SSL web, HTTP encapsulated FTP and SMTP/POP3 e-mail) Easy-to-use tools for networkMCI WebMaker installation, Web site creation and site promotion Intuitive, comprehensive, Windows NT-based Management Console From Out of the Box to Serving Web Pages in Less Than an Hour Setting up and configuring an Internet server used to be difficult and time-consuming. With the networkMCI WebMaker, that's no longer true. The networkMCI WebMaker helps you establish a secure Internet presence quickly and easily. It includes all the hardware and software you need, pre-configured and ready to go. Hook up your monitor, connect your leased data line at one end and your LAN at the other, then turn on the power. Easy-to-use wizards and a connection setup diskette, supplied with the system by your reseller, guide you through previously complex Internet communications line and router configurations to get you securely up on the Internet in no time. After getting your server connected and working, the next challenge is setting up a Web site and authoring HTML pages. The networkMCI WebMaker makes this process intuitive with its easy-to-follow wizards. As part of the installation process, you simply select from a set of pre-designed templates for your Web site. You choose from among several graphical themes to convey a 'look' that suits the image of your business, and customize with information specific to your company. Once the framework is in place, the included WYSIWYG Web page editor (Microsoft FrontPage) makes it easy to fill in your company detail. Integrated Router and Firewall Security The networkMCI WebMaker includes a packet-filtering router and an application proxy server to ensure secure Internet access and strict protection of your company LAN. Integrating these components into a turnkey solution means you don't have to buy additional external routers and firewalls costing thousands of dollars, and eliminates the need for expensive technical specialists and time-consuming configuration. All components are pre-configured to enforce a conservative security policy, and all changes are made through the intuitive Windows-based management consoles. Internet Access for LAN Users The Internet can be an extremely valuable communication medium and source of information for your business. By getting your company or organization 'live' on the Internet, the networkMCI WebMaker provides you with the direct access to information and communication channels that it takes to remain competitive in today's marketplace. Whether you need to perform competitive analyses, gain critical market information or communicate with your customers efficiently via e-mail, the networkMCI WebMaker assures you of reliable and dedicated access to the Internet. It provides secure Internet access for TCP/IP LAN clients, including secure Web browsing, FTP file downloading from your Web browser and Internet e-mail. If your business or organization already uses an internal e-mail system, networkMCI WebMaker can be configured as a link between it and the Internet (requires SMTP gateway for your e-mail system). If you don't have an e-mail system, the mail server can be configured as a full-service SMTP/POP3 post office, supporting both secure internal LAN e-mail and Internet e-mail. Powerful, Intuitive Management Tools Administration and configuration of all major components of the networkMCI WebMaker can be accessed through a single, Windows-based Management Console that makes it easy to find the right tools for any task. All necessary Internet server components from managing your Web site to configuring e-mail users are just a mouse click away, giving you complete control over the entire Internet solution. Also included is a Remote Monitor utility keeps an eye on the server from your desk while you're busy doing other things. If anything goes wrong, it informs you with an alert. If you want to check in and see how things are going, it will display the networkMCI WebMaker's essential vital signs, all from the convenience of your desktop. Remote monitoring is supported on any 32-bit Windows-based TCP/IP computer on the LAN. An Integrated Solution for Marketing Via the Internet The networkMCI WebMaker is the most comprehensive, easy-to-use and affordable solution for connecting your business to your customers and the Internet. There's no better way to capitalize on the huge marketing potential of promoting your products and services on-line. Technical Specifications SYSTEM SOFTWARE Core System Software Operating System Microsoft* Windows NT* Server 4.0 Proxy Service Intel Caching Proxy Server 1.1 HTTP,FTP Service Microsoft Internet Information Server 2.0 SMTP/POP3 Mail Service Ipswitch* IMail* Server v1.0 for Windows NT (Configurable as SMTP/POP3 Post Office or SMTP Mail Transfer Agent (MTA)) DNS Service Microsoft Domain Name Server 1.0 PERL Interpreter Hip Communications PERL Interpreter for NT Site Installation Wizards Intel Setup wizard (both Web server setup and Web site creation) Management Software Central Management Console Intel integrated Internet Management Console Remote Monitoring Intel Monitor utility Diagnostics Windows NT Router Diagnostics Authoring Tool Microsoft FrontPage* 1.1 Editor Web Content Management Microsoft FrontPage 1.1 Editor Authoring and Registration Services Intel Guest Book wizard, Site Promotion wizard Client Software Installation Disk Wizard Intel Distribute Software Wizard for creating installation disks for remote Monitor SYSTEM HARDWARE Chassis Configuration ATX Desktop Mini-Tower Motherboard ATX form factor motherboard Microprocessor 200MHz Pentium® Pro processor, upgradable to Pentium Pro OverDrive® technology CD-ROM 8x/ IDE Tape Drive 400MB IDE Floppy Drive 1.44MB 3.5-inch high-density floppy disk Hard Drive 1.6GB IDE Memory 32MB (expandable via SIMMs to 128MB) Keyboard/Mouse Included; PS/2* connectors Graphics SVGA card (min 800x 600) Monitor Supplied by customer Power Supply 200-watt peak ATX power supply switchable between 115 and 230 V AC Expansion Slots Seven total (three ISA, three PCI, one ISA/PCI) Peripheral Bays Six total; two peripheral bays open LAN Connectivity LAN Adapters Intel EtherExpress™ PRO/10+ PCI adapter (RJ-45, BNC, AUI) for connection to your company's LAN; supports 10Mbps; supports 10BASE-T, 10BASE-2, 10BASE-5. Intel EtherExpress PRO/100 PCI adapter (RJ-45) for perimeter network connection to integrated router. TCP/IP LAN Required for LAN Connectivity Windows 95*, Windows NT TCP/IP stacks recommended. Supported TCP/IP stacks: Novell*, LAN Workplace*, FTP PC/TCP, Frontier* SuperTCP*, NetManage* ChameleonNFS*, Trumpet* Winsock* WAN Connectivity Integrated Router Card Cisco* AccessPro* AP-EC with V.35 cable required Router WAN Connectivity via Synchronous Serial Interface Integrated serial connector: EIA/ TIA-232, EIA/TIA- 449, V.35, X.21 (NRZ/ NRZI (2) and DTE/DCE) EIA- 530 (NRZ/NRZI and DTE). All serial cables use a DB-60 chassis connector. DSU/CSU not included. Dedicated or Leased Line T-1 or fractional T-1 (any 56Kbps increment) IP Routing Protocol Static Routing WAN Services Protocol customized per ISP (HDLC, PPP, Frame Relay) Environmental Specifications Input Current Requirements 3.5A @ 115V AC (90-135V) 2.0A @ 230V AC (180-265V) Operating temperature 10° to 35° C (50° to 95° F.) Non-operating temperature -40° to 70° C (-40° to 158° F.) Operating humidity (no HDD) 80% RH @ 30° C. Non-operating humidity 95% RH @ 30° C. Mechanical Shipping weight ±45 lbs Dimensions (with feet installed) 22.5cm (W) x 43.2cm (D) x 37.5cm (H) 8.94in (W) x 17in (D) x 14.76in (H) Certifications UL, FCC Class A, CSA Pentium and OverDrive are registered trademarks and EtherExpress is a trademark of Intel Corp. *Other brands and names are the property of their respective owners.