MiFi Device Offers Enterprise-Class Mobile Wi-Fi Hotspot for Remote Workgroups and Business TravelersREDWOOD SHORES, CA, Nov 04, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- iPass(R) Inc. (NASDAQ: IPAS), a leading provider of enterprise
mobility services, today announced the industry's first
enterprise-class mobile Wi-Fi hotspot service, available in the
United States.
Novatel Wireless' MiFi(TM) 2200 Intelligent Mobile Hotspot is a
mobile broadband device that creates a personal cloud of high-speed
Internet connectivity that can be easily shared between multiple users
and Wi-Fi devices or used by a single user as a USB-connected 3G
modem. iPass has adapted the Novatel Wireless' consumer-oriented
MiFi to be 'plug and play' for the enterprise user. The iPass MiFi
devices are factory-configured with customer-specific SSID and
security keys and configured into the customer's iPassConnect(TM)
mobility manager software. This guarantees a secure connection and
eliminates user or IT set-up requirements. The IT manager is given
visibility and control over usage, policies and asset protection
through the advanced reporting that comes with the iPass Management
Portal. Enterprise users experience one-click connectivity, gaining
access to the Internet and corporate resources.
"iPass is committed to providing an expanding portfolio of enterprise
mobility services for distributed enterprises who depend heavily on
an increasingly mobile workforce. The introduction of a customer
configured, enterprise-class mobile MiFi device is part of our ongoing
commitment to support users -- irrespective of the device type and
network they use -- and also support IT needs for visibility,
security, and lower support costs," said Steven Wastie, senior vice
president, marketing, iPass Inc.
About iPass Inc.
iPass helps enterprises and individuals unify the management of
remote and mobile connectivity. With iPass software and services,
enterprise customers can create easy-to-use wireless and broadband
solutions for their mobile workers, home offices, and branch and
retail locations, complete with web-based management, security
validation, and unified billing. iPass offerings are powered by its
leading global virtual network, award-winning mobility manager
software, and in-the-cloud platform. The iPass global virtual network
unifies hundreds of wireless, broadband and dial-up providers in over
165 countries. Hundreds of Global 2000 companies rely on iPass
services, including Ford, Nokia, and Proctor and Gamble. Founded in
1996, iPass is headquartered in Redwood Shores, California, with
offices throughout North America, Europe and Asia. For more
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IPass(R) is a registered trademark of iPass Inc. iPassConnect(TM) and
iPass Mobile Office(TM) are trademarks of iPass Inc. The Novatel
Wireless name, logo and MiFi are trademarks of Novatel Wireless, Inc.
Other product or service names mentioned herein are the trademarks of
their respective owners.
Editorial Contacts:
iPass US: Paige Burgess
iPass PR Manager
Tel. +1 650 232 4134
Email: PBurgess@iPass.com
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