TOKYO (Business Wire) -- Internet Initiative Japan Inc. (IIJ) (NASDAQ:IIJI) (TSE1:3774), one of Japan's leading Internet access and comprehensive network solutions providers, today announced the immediate release of the Ultra Firewall Option, which provides simple firewall configuration from the management system of the IIJ SMF sx Service(1), IIJ's proprietary network service management solution.
This new option provides the following features:
-- Automated firewall configuration
With the IIJ SMF sx Service, the IIJ SEIL routers are configured automatically when they are plugged into the network. When used in tandem with the Ultra Firewall Option, the firewall settings can also be configured automatically. By putting both features in a single SEIL unit reduces the user's configuration, administration, and maintenance overhead, while making it easier to raise the level of security.
-- Simple firewall configuration screen
The firewall features are easily configured from the Web-based user interface. From this interface, the user can freely configure the firewall filters and other basic settings, as well as the application gateway feature that links with other security services, and the threshold monitoring and notification(2), anomaly detection and notification(3), and other advanced features, which enables users to adjust security levels to meet their needs. In addition, the schedule feature can be used to make policy changes and implement new features at preset times.
-- Management report feature
Through the Web-based user interface, users can access log analysis reports and monthly reports. This feature can be used to check on the firewall status on a daily basis. Hit counts and data transfer volumes can be displayed graphically, and the user has access to the raw log data (unprocessed access log information), providing comprehensive centralized administration of firewall features without the need for specialized tools.
IIJ has regularly added administrative options to the IIJ SMF sx Service, such as the Winny filter and other security enhancement features and the Ultra Sendback Service. The addition of the Ultra Firewall Option further enhances the security features of this service, and gives administrators centralized control of the many IIJ SMF sx Service features. The application gateway feature of the Ultra Firewall Option can be used in combination with various ASP services such as content filtering, anti-spam and virus checking to create a unified threat management (UTM) service.
IIJ is committed to improving IIJ SMF sx Service features and to meeting our customer's diverse needs.
In conjunction with this release, IIJ is offering a campaign.
-- Campaign Summary
-- Eligible Customers:
-- First-time customers applying for the IIJ SMF sx Service during the campaign period.
-- Campaign Period: From December 26, 2007 to March 31, 2008
-- Benefits:
-- Initial startup fees of IIJ SMF sx Service and the Ultra Firewall Option are free.
-- Usage fees of The Ultra Firewall Option are free for the first 6 months.
(1) IIJ SMFsx Service:
A centralized network management system developed by IIJ and based on the SEIL Management Framework (SMF). This system enables centralized network management, from configuring network devices to administration and management.
(2) Scheduled for release in fiscal 2008
(3) Anomaly detection:
A feature that detects an irregular transmission (anomaly) based on statistical information. Scheduled for release in fiscal 2008.
-- IIJ SMF sx Service/Ultra Firewall Option Fees
Initial Fee JPY 15,000
Monthly Fees JPY 21,000
* These fees are only for the option service. The IIJ SMF sx Service (installation and adapter rental) fees are separate.
* This option is only available for the SEIL/Turbo service adapter.
(SEIL/X Series is scheduled for compatibility upgrade in April 2008)
* Prices shown do not include tax.
About IIJ
Founded in 1992, Internet Initiative Japan Inc. (IIJ, NASDAQ: IIJI, Tokyo Stock Exchange TSE1: 3774) is one of Japan's leading Internet-access and comprehensive network solutions providers. IIJ and its group of companies provide total network solutions that mainly cater to high-end corporate customers. The company's services include high-quality systems integration and security services, Internet access, hosting/housing, and content design. Moreover, the company has built one of the largest Internet backbone networks in Japan, and between Japan and the United States. IIJ was listed on NASDAQ in 1999 and on the First Section of the Tokyo Stock Exchange in 2006. For more information about IIJ, visit the IIJ Web site at http://www.iij.ad.jp/en/.
The statements within this release contain forward-looking statements about our future plans that involve risk and uncertainty. These statements may differ materially from actual future events or results. Readers are referred to the documents furnished by Internet Initiative Japan Inc. with the SEC, specifically the most recent reports on Forms 20-F and 6-K, which identify important risk factors that could cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements.
IIJ Corporate Communications
Tel: +81-3-5259-6310
E-mail: press@iij.ad.jp
URL: http://www.iij.ad.jp/
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