Zyxel Networks Wins Two CRN 2024 Tech Innovator Awards
Business Wire
Zyxel Networks, a leader in delivering secure, AI- and cloud-powered business and home networking solutions, has announced that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has named Zyxel Networks a winner of two 2024 CRN Tech Innovator Awards. The awards recognize Zyxel for its WBE660S BE22000 WiFi 7 Triple-Radio NebulaFlex Pro Access Point in the Wireless Networking category and the USG FLEX 700H Security Firewall Appliance in the Security category.
This annual award highlights innovative vendors in the IT channel across 37 distinct technology categories, ranging from cloud to storage to networking and security. The 2024 winners were selected by a panel of CRN editors who reviewed hundreds of vendor entries and solution provider testimonials. Standout innovations were determined using multiple criteria, including key capabilities, uniqueness, technological ingenuity, and ability to address customer and partner needs.
Zyxel's Winning Innovations
WBE660S BE22000 WiFi 7 Triple-Radio NebulaFlex Pro Access Point
The WBE660S BE22000 is the first shipping WiFi 7 access point designed for the SMB market. It is the only SMB WiFi 7 access point that incorporates Smart Antenna technology. NebulaFlex offers users the flexibility to manage the access point as a standalone device, with an on-premises controller, or via the cloud for free using the Nebula Control Center. This enables users to manage a complete network of Nebula-compatible access points, security firewalls, and switches from a single pane of glass. The WBE660S also features a 10G Ethernet uplink that allows the access point to translate BE22000-class wireless speeds into wired speeds across the network. Additionally, it can be powered from a standard USB-C power source and integrates with Zyxel Networks security gateways to offer Collaborative Detection & Response (CDR) to block or quarantine compromised client devices at the network edge.
USG FLEX 700H Security Firewall Appliance
The USG FLEX 700H is a multi-gigabit 2.5G and 10G port advanced security firewall that includes built-in 30W PoE+ for high-speed UTM threat protection. It supports increased WAN speeds without compromising network security, offering 15,000 Mbps SPI firewall throughput, 4,000 Mbps UTM throughput, and support for 2,000,000 concurrent sessions. The firewall, which can be managed via the Nebula Cloud Management system, includes a complete suite of security services such as anti-malware, intrusion prevention system (IPS), application patrol, web filtering, reputation filter, SecuReporter, sandboxing, device insight, and Secure WiFi. The USG FLEX 700H features two multi-gigabit 2.5G ports, two multi-gigabit 10G ports with 802.3at 30W PoE++ support, eight 1G ports, and two 10G SFP+ ports with independently configurable ports for added flexibility.
Industry Recognition
"We are inspired by the commitment to continuous innovation among this year’s CRN Tech Innovator Award winners and finalists. Each of these technology vendors delivers cutting-edge offerings that meet evolving customer needs and create new opportunities for solution providers," said Jennifer Follett, VP, U.S. Content, and Executive Editor, CRN, The Channel Company. "We look forward to future innovations from the recipients and to seeing how they advance success across the channel."
David Soares, Executive Vice President of Channel Sales and Marketing North America for Zyxel Networks, expressed the company's gratitude: "We are honored to be recognized as winners in both the wireless networking and security categories by the CRN staff. Zyxel is dedicated to delivering innovative networking products and solutions that maximize the performance, productivity, and security of SMBs while providing the value, features, and support that enable our partners to grow and flourish. The receipt of the CRN Tech Innovator Awards in two categories validates our efforts."
About Zyxel Networks
Zyxel Networks is a technology provider with over 30 years of experience, specializing in delivering solutions for small to medium-sized businesses and the enterprise-edge in partnership with VARs, MSPs, and System Integrators. The company focuses on enabling network professionals to connect and protect organizations with greater ease by combining intuitive, scalable, and secure cloud management with a comprehensive portfolio of network devices.
Conclusion
The recognition of Zyxel Networks by CRN underscores the company's dedication to innovation and excellence in the networking and security sectors. These awards highlight the significant impact of Zyxel's solutions in meeting the evolving needs of businesses and their partners.
For more information about Zyxel, its connectivity solutions, and the Zyxel Authorized Partner Program, visit www.zyxel.com/us and follow Zyxel Networks on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.