Print.IT Reseller - issue 77

PRINTITRESELLER.UK 25 WHAT'S NEW Flexible business packages and AWS support Panasonic has enhanced the KX-NSV300 software business communication system by offering a variety of easy installation and cost- effective options for organisations and adding support for Amazon Web Services (AWS), as its first public cloud integration. The KX-NSV300 provides businesses with next generation telephony functionality and flexibility in a software communication system that removes the need for up-front hardware investment. The latest enhancements allow companies to choose and migrate between three versions of the system depending on their user requirements. Panasonic KX-NSV300 Small is ideal for organisations with up to 60 users and allows 32 simultaneous calls. Medium is for organisations with up to 120 users and allows 64 simultaneous calls. Large provides services for up to 300 users and 126 simultaneous calls. The latest versions of the KX-NSV300 system can also be installed on a single virtual machine with a smaller memory footprint – shrinking capacity requirements and rental charges. In addition to on-premise and private cloud installations, such as data centres, the solution can now also be hosted on Amazon Web Services. https://business.panasonic.co.uk Electronic data protection Kingston Digital Europe, the flash memory affiliate of Kingston Technology Company has announced the availability of the 128GB DataTraveler 2000 encrypted USB flash drive. DataTraveler 2000 features an alphanumeric keypad that allows users to lock the drive with a word or number combination for an easy-to-use PIN providing an extra layer of protection. For additional security, an auto-lock feature is activated when the drive is removed from the host device if not properly shut down before ejection. Designed with global security IT professionals, small-to-medium businesses and corporate end-users in mind, DT2000 is ideal for those who require electronic data protection. Encryption is done on the drive with no trace of the PIN left on the system. The drive is OS independent, making it easily deployable in work environments where multiple devices and operating systems are in use. DataTraveler 2000 is available in capacities 4GB to 128GB and is backed by a three-year warranty with free technical support. www.kingston.com New advanced MFP Sharp has added a new advanced compact colour multifunction printer to its line-up of the smallest A3 colour MFPs on the market. The BP-30C25 offers a host of productivity functions, best-in-class security enhancements and the same powerful workflow features and user interface common across the Sharp A3 range. The compact and stylish cubic design offers a versatile range of deployment options. Security features include firmware attack prevention and self-recovery capability, which can identify a malicious intrusion and restore the machine firmware to its original state. A new whitelisting feature helps protect the machines’ file system from unauthorised access. The new model easily integrates with today’s connected workplace, enabling easy access to an expanded list of cloud services that include Box and Dropbox. Optional features for the BP-30C25 include wireless connectivity, enabling easy printing from mobile devices, tablets and laptops without making physical contact with the device. Easy integration to existing network applications and public cloud services means information can be securely shared and accessed anywhere, anytime, helping to increase productivity. The BP-30C25 prints at speeds of up to 25 ppm and offers scanning speeds of up to 52 ipm. The printer supports a maximum 1,850-sheet paper capacity that can be fed from separate trays on the MFP, allowing users to select different paper styles dependent on the type of printing required, including labels, envelope, A6, glossy or heavy paper. www.sharp.co.uk Desktop card printer HID Global has introduced the new HID ELEMENT product line, a heavy duty, fully modular desktop-based card personalisation portfolio that establishes a new category for mid-range and high-volume market segments. The portfolio’s enhanced card production capabilities, flexible system architecture and cost-effective deployment model enable organisations to create custom secure ID and financial card production solutions for a variety of use cases and applications. The HID ELEMENT portfolio delivers optimal card personalisation and accommodates projects that require high-resolution UV ink printing, laser engraving or both. Designed to serve government and financial institutions, medium-to-large enterprise corporations and service bureaus, its best-in-class features address the demand for greater print speed, higher resolution, larger card output and better cost-per-card economy. www.hidglobal.com HID: HID ELEMENT Sharp BP-30C25 A3 Colour MFP