R3000MSA Internet Filter

8e6 Technologies R3000MSA Internet Filter

Unmonitored Web surfing, Instant Messaging and Peer-to-Peer file sharing bring risks related to productivity, security, legal liability and network performance. Software-based solutions attempt to address these issues, but require integration on an existing firewall, proxy or cache. These solutions result in poor network performance and traffic jams. 8e6 Technologies Internet Filtering offers small to mid-sized organizations a compact Internet filtering solution designed to support up to approximately 2,500 users. The R3000MSA Internet Filter is an alternative to 8e6's rack-mountable Internet filtering appliances. The size of a small desktop computer measuring 12.5" tall, the R3000MSA Internet Filter offers enterprise-quality Internet filtering while retaining the full functionality of 8e6's robust software and Internet filtering database.

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Highlighted R3000MSA Internet Filter Features

Comprehensive Human-Verified URL Database

Implementing high-speed artificial intelligence to collect Web sites on a 24/7 basis, 8e6 employs Internet Analysts and Content Verifiers to individually verify and categorize each site. Utilizing this methodology since 1995 has allowed 8e6 to build a database of 90+ categories containing several million Web sites from which the R3000MSA Internet Filter can filter.

Robust and Stable OS Platform

The 8e6 R3000MSA Internet Filter is based on Red Hat Linux — a stable, fast and resource efficient operating system that provides an excellent base for higher throughput.

Time-based Internet Filtering

This function provides control over permitting or denying a user access to Internet resources during specified times. It saves on productivity and bandwidth during peak usage hours, while providing flexibility to allow user access to selected/permitted sites during breaks, lunches or after hours.

User/Group Profiles

Administrators have the option to select different profiles for different individuals or groups. Based on the selected profile, users/ groups are given “allowed,” “monitored” or “blocked” access.

Customization

Users have the ability to create customized profiles based on 8e6's extensive database of 90+ content categories, augmented by an organization's additions or deletions. In addition, customizable block pages can be generated and tailored to your organization's needs.

Unparalleled Performance & Scalability

The 8e6 R3000MSA Internet Filter achieves enterprise-strength filtering and reporting with its dedicated server appliance approach combined with “pass by” filtering technology. The R3000MSA Internet Filter “watches” rather than “stops & checks” traffic as it goes by, eliminating the need to touch packets unless necessary. The result is a robust and scalable Internet filtering and reporting solution supporting up to approximately 2,500 users with a single filtering appliance.

Easy to Install, Setup & Configure

As an appliance and OS-independent, 8e6's Ethernet-compatible R3000MSA INTERNET FILTER can be integrated into any network quickly, easily and reliably. The user interface provides intuitive navigation for simple and efficient setup.

Instant Messaging (IM) and Peer-to-Peer (P2P) Blocking

Blocks users from accessing/sharing media files, software, viruses, etc. using unauthorized IM and P2P applications.
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User Authentication

The R3000MSA Internet Filter makes use of your existing directory based authentication and is designed to validate identities of users on the network based on their user profiles. The following authentication methods are supported in invisible, router or firewall mode:

• Windows Active Directory

• Windows NT

• Novell eDirectory ...and most other servers with LDAP support

Remote Administration

This feature allows setup and administrative screens to be accessed and managed remotely via a standard Web browser. This permits management of the R3000MSA Internet Filter to be integrated into a network's existing control panels.

Multi-level Administration

For easier management in multi-layer organizations, this feature allows administrators to assign IP ranges to multiple sub administrators, who can then log in and manage their group remotely, providing the advantage of a centrally installed Internet filter. This is ideal for school districts and departmental organizations.

Excellent Service & Support

Standard technical support is available to 8e6 Technologies Internet Filtering customers 6am-5pm PST Mon-Fri through our highly experienced support staff. 24/7 support options are also available. Additional help, technical support and documentation are also available online.

8e6 Technologies’ R3000G Internet Filter and R3000S Internet Filter provide scalable, high-speed Internet filtering solutions designed to support up to 30,000 users with a single appliance. Optimized as a standalone 1U rack-mountable filtering server appliance, the R3000G Internet Filter or R3000S Internet Filter can easily and reliably integrate into any network, without bottlenecks and downtime.

Improves Employee Productivity

• Manage end-user access to the Internet, eliminating time wasted on unauthorized web sites, Instant Messaging (IM) and Peer-to-Peer (P2P).
• Free up IT management for mission-critical projects, rather than constantly addressing issues at the firewall or proxy.

Reduces Legal Liability

• Provide management with a tool to enforce an organization's Acceptable Use Policy (AUP).
• Comply with filter-enforcing laws such as CIPA, HIPAA and Sarbanes-Oxley.
• Avoid damaging and costly legal liabilities due to sexual harassment and hostile environment lawsuits.
• Secure confidential information against spyware and phishing agents.

Preserves Network Resources

• Conserve bandwidth by limiting access to broadband sites, including multimedia (MP3s, JPGs, Flash presentations), shareware & program download sites and streaming media (MPEG).
• Keep firewall, proxy or cache available for their core functions.

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R3000MSA Internet Filter Data Sheet