Hardware Options

Server Hardware:

NASDA tailor builds servers to run the services you require. We have experience implementing high quality Intel Pentium 4 servers through to larger scale Intel Dual Xeon Servers.

When designing a server we take into consideration:

The type and speed of processors required to service the processes you want to run. Ranging from a single Pentium 4 CPU through to Dual Xeon CPU's.
The types of hard drives to implement and in what configuration. Ranging from a single SATA drive up to 10 SCSI320 drives in two hot swappable RAID arrays.
The type and amount of RAM needed to support the services you wish to provide.
The type of ethernet interfaces required. Ranging from a single 10/100Mb interface up to multiple Gigabit interfaces.
The type and size of backup tape drives required to backup the System state, Exchange servers, SQL databases and all User Data nightly.
The type of case required to house the server. Ranging from high quality ANTEC workgroup cases through to high end Intel Server Chassis'.

NASDA tailor builds desktop computers that are trouble free quality machines. We only install high quality parts in our desktop computers. Through years of experience we recognise quality parts as being cost effective in the long run. We use Intel CPU's and Intel motherboards with higher end chipset's, Kingston DDR400 RAM, Seagate Hard Disc Drives, LITE-ON CD/DVD drives and Panasonic Floppy Disc Drives. We always use ANTEC cases with quality power supplies.

Firewall's / VPN Hardware:

NASDA prefers to implement high quality CISCO equipment to handle Security and VPN services for our clients. We are certified to design and implement CISCO equipment into your network. Typically we implement CISCO PIX hardware with intrusion prevention and detection. CISCO PIX hardware has the capability of running 3DES encrypted VPN connections independently of your servers. Having independent hardware to service and protect your network provides higher reliability and higher service levels as it offers your servers the ability to function independently from external security and VPN requirements.

NASDA is also certified to implement Checkpoint VPN1/Firewall1. Checkpoints Firewall1 product can control external network access as well as controlling access on the internal network. 9 out of 10 network attacks are performed from the internal network. Checkpoint is highly effective in guarding against these attacks.

VPN Connecting A Branch Office To A Corporate Local Area Network Across the Internet

Wireless / Cabling:

NASDA can implement a wireless network for your company. Typically we implement wireless access points throughout your company to compliment your wired network. We use both CISCO Aironet and Linksys wireless hardware depending on your budget. We configure all wireless equipment to use 128Bit encryption and enable MAC protection to provide you with the best security that wireless provides.

NASDA can modify your wired network. We install both CISCO and Linksys Switches. We have years of experience configuring switches, laying cable in false ceilings, rewiring patch panels and desktop ports. In the case of wiring a building for the first time where drilling through walls etc is involved, we outsource a licensed electrician as required by law.

Wireless Access Clients Connecting To An SBS 2003 Server And The Internet

Software Options

Server Software:

NASDA implements Microsoft Windows Server 2003 and Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2003 for our clients. Microsoft Windows Server 2003 and Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2003 include all the functionality customers need today from a Windows server operating system to do more with less, such as security, reliability, availability, and scalability.

NASDA implements Microsoft Exchange Server 2003 for all of our clients email needs.

For more information on Microsoft Windows Server 2003 please click here.

For more information on Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2003 please click here.

For more information on Microsoft Exchange Server 2003 please click here.

Desktop Software:

NASDA implements Microsoft Windows XP Professional on new machines operating on a NASDA built network. We support Windows 2000 when connected to a NASDA network.

Windows XP provides a high level of reliability and security compared to previous Windows operating systems.

For more information on Windows XP Professional please click here.

Antivirus Software:

NASDA prefers to implement Symantec Antivirus Corporate Edition Version 10 for our clients. Symantec Antivirus Corporate Edition Version 10 runs in two modes, Server and Client mode. Symantec Antivirus Corporate Edition Version 10 is installed on the server and it then monitors all client machines in your network. The server makes sure that all your clients have all the latest virus definitions. Keeping your network protected from the latest virus threats, all the time.

For more information on Symantec Antivirus Corporate Edition Version 10 please click here.

VPN Software:

NASDA uses the latest CISCO VPN Client on client machines to connect to CISCO enabled sites. The CISCO VPN Client uses high level 3DES encryption to provide an extremely secure connection to the office remotely.

For clients running Microsoft VPN implementation we use the Windows XP inbuilt VPN connection wizard to connect to the clients server from a remote point.

For more information on CISCO's VPN Client please click here.

For more information on Microsoft's VPN Implementation please click here.

Microsoft Windows XP VPN Client Connecting To A Microsoft Small Business Server 2003 Across The Internet