• Multi-platform client
  Allows for client-initiated VPNs from Microsoft Windows®95, 98, ME, NT® 2000 computers.  Macs and Unix can also be supported.
• Broad security support
  Implements IPSec and L2TP security protocols, with optional certificates
• Flexible
  Provides for multiple layers of security policy

The NetScreen-Remote VPN client provides the critical ability for client-initiated Virtual Private Network (VPN) communication. NetScreen-Remote is ideal for "road warriors" needing to access mission-critical networks across an untrusted or public network as well as end-users within an enterprise environment that require a secure end-user-to-host connection.

NetScreen-Remote, based on SafeNet’s industry-leading VPN client software, runs on an end-user’s computer and facilitates secure remote access to networks, devices, or other hosts. Security is achieved by using the IPSec protocol and Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol (L2TP), with Certificates as an additional option. In order to form a secure communications channel, this software must be used in conjunction with an IPSec gateway, such as NetScreen’s line of integrated security systems and appliances, or another host running IPSec compatible software, including other computers running NetScreen-Remote. NetScreen-Remote encrypted communications can be initiated in any IP network environment, be it an Ethernet LAN or dial-up modem connection.

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Extensive compatibility
NetScreen-Remote supports and is interoperable with IPSec communication devices from most major equipment manufacturers. It is also compatible with IPSec-complaint gateways, gateway encryptors, VPN routers and firewall systems, supporting multiple encryption and authentication algorithms—including DES, 3DES, MD-5, and SHA-1. Support for both IKE (main, quick and aggressive modes) and a wide assortment of certificate authorities (eg. VeriSign, Cybertrust, Entrust, and Netscape) is provided. In addition, support is available for Windows 95/98, Windows Millenium Edition (ME), Windows NT, and Windows 2000 operating systems.

Ease of use
Netscreen-Remote provides various features that make the software very easy to install, configure, and maintain. First, a powerful policy GUI allows the administrator to build multiple layers of service-based policies. Next, these policies can be easily imported into client machines and locked down so no changes can be made. Finally, a diagnostic log and connection monitor provide valuable feedback to the administrator.

Robust reliability
Remote users’ access to secure resources is mission critical, and Netscreen-Remote helps ensure successful business transactions through extensive reliability elements. Multiple gateways can be configured on the client to provide redundancy in case a primary gateway fails. Meanwhile, exchange [IKE] "keepalives" help maintain the persistence of the VPN connection.

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System Requirements:
IBM compatible computer with a Pentium (or equivalent) processor

Microsoft Windows 95/98, ME, Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000 operating system

18 MB hard disk space

16 MB RAM for Windows 95/98,
32 MB RAM for Windows 98/NT
64 MB RAM for Windows ME/2000

CD-ROM drive to install software

Internal or external modem (no encryption) or direct network connection

Ethernet network interface card with NDIS compliant driver and/or dialup adapter (modem or ISDN)

Standards Supported
IPSec standards and RFCs

Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol (L2TP)

Authentication Header (AH)

Encapsulating Security Payload (ESP)

IKE key management (ISAKMP/Oakley)

X.509 v3 certificates

FIPS Pub 46-1: Data Encryption Standard

FIPS PUB 180-1: Secure Hash Standard

PKCS #7: Cryptographic Message Syntax Standard

PKCS #10: Certification Request Syntax Standard

PKCS #12: Personal Information Exchange Syntax Standard

PPPoE

Certifications
ICSA

 

NetScreen-Remote’s standard software warranty is for a period of 90 days. Optional services are also available such as extended software subscription products. These are recommended to keep the system updated with the latest software enhancements and to ensure high availability for end-users.