Two storage area networks (SANs) will be used to mirror data to the new site. Rubin says, This allows us to more quickly and safely migrate the systems.
SSL VPNs from Nortel Networks Corp. will play a part in ensuring business continuity. We have two redundant SSL VPN boxes. One will be moved to the new data center to ensure connectivity, and the other one will stay at the original site until we have completed the move.
Care New England is also using the scheme as an opportunity to upgrade technology from its primary suppliers -- IBM Corp. and Nortel. As well as implementing a Fibre Array Storage Technology SAN and new pSeries Unix boxes from IBM, the organization will use a Sonet ring from Nortel to link its three main hospitals to the data center.
Nortel will also provide a new IP phone system for the data center, along with new LAN switching gear.
Rubin wasn't able to put a figure on financial benefits of consolidating the data centers, but he foresees a number of efficiency gains, including better deployment of IT staff.
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