US-based networking, connectivity, and cable firm Belden released the next generation of its Tofino Security solutions for industrial control systems.
The new Tofino Xenon and Tofino Configurator (TC 2.0) offer a level of flexibility and customization that enables network managers to easily upgrade their existing systems without downtime.
The evolution of Belden’s security hardware and software solutions now include increased customization capabilities and improved ease of use. The enhancements of these next-generation products allow industries, such as oil and gas, power utilities and manufacturing, to easily install upgrades on live systems with minimal configuration. Ultimately, the new features will maximize network uptime by enhancing overall data security and reducing operational risks.
The Tofino Xenon is designed to withstand the harshest conditions, while ensuring maximum data security for production networks. Other benefits of the Xenon include custom-built options, compliance with global standards and easy integration.
“The Tofino Xenon is highly customizable. No matter the network engineer’s needs, this firewall can meet the security requirements of different protocols, industries and environments,” says Eric Byres, Belden chief technology officer. “It’s designed to be safely installed on a running network with no pre-configuration, and the hardware comes loaded with the required software. Our goal is for companies to build industrial security solutions their way.”
To configure and manage the Xenon appliances, Belden has also rolled out TC 2.0.
TC 2.0 is a complementary Windows-based management and was developed with input from a major oil company and designed to be faster and easier to use. Predefined templates enable the software to accommodate both basic and advanced network security needs. TC 2.0 also easily integrates into third-party security products and offers built-in guidance for easy, accurate rule creation by operations and engineering staff who may not be full-time network security experts.