Comstor Certified as Global Cisco Unified Computing System™ B-Series Authorized Configurator

TARRYTOWN, New York and CIRENCESTER, England, February 21, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --

- New Status Helps Channel Partners Worldwide Rapidly Deliver Custom, Configure-To-Order Data Center Solutions

Westcon Group, a value-added distributor of category-leading unified communications, network infrastructure, data center, and security solutions with a global network of specialty resellers, today announced the company's Comstor business unit has been certified globally as a Cisco Unified Computing System™(UCS) B-Series Authorized Configurator (UBAC). This designation will allow the creation of new, custom-built B-Series product offerings - enabling Comstor to meet the specific needs of Cisco resellers worldwide to drive new sales opportunities.

Cisco B-Series blade servers are critical building blocks in Cisco UCS™, a data center platform that unites compute, network, storage access, and virtualization into one cohesive system.  The system integrates a low-latency 10 Gigabit Ethernet unified network fabric with enterprise-class, x86-architecture servers.

"Cisco has successfully reinvented the datacenter for today's connected and virtualized world, creating massive potential for skilled and innovative companies to take advantage of this new opportunity," said Jon Pritchard, President, Comstor.  "As one of Cisco's elite distributors, our goal has always been to jointly accelerate customer adoption of its award-winning data center technology.  This announcement is yet another significant step in our alliance - allowing resellers and their customers to fully utilize the power of Cisco."

Comstor's new designation also permits the company to collaborate with Cisco Authorized Technology Providers (ATPs) and Cisco Unified Computing Technology (UCT) Specialized Partners around the world for built-to-order products and services.  Driving new sales opportunities for global resellers, the offering further enhances Comstor's LEAP (Learn, Experience, Architect, and Plan) initiative - encouraging reseller partners to develop and successfully launch a Cisco datacenter practice. 

"As businesses focus on IT simplicity, operating efficiency, and business agility, Comstor continues to drive delivery of solutions based on the Cisco UCS C-Series and enable channel partners to meet these customers' needs," said Scott Brown, Vice President, Worldwide Distribution, Cisco.  "Earning the certification as a Cisco UCS B-Series Authorized Configurator is a natural evolution for Comstor and allows Cisco resellers with data center practices to accelerate the delivery of Cisco Unified Computing solutions to end customers."

For more than 25 years, Comstor has dedicated itself to helping reseller partners worldwide accelerate their businesses utilizing Cisco solutions across a range of networking, collaboration and datacenter technologies.  The new accreditation is the next stage in the companies' dedicated partnership - and is based on the depth and breadth of Comstor's unmatched expertise of Cisco datacenter technology.

To join the Comstor program, reseller partners must complete the required, multi-level training course for the nominated account manager, sales engineer and field engineer.  Upon accreditation via a rigorous examination process, companies are ready to engage in selling the Cisco B-Series portfolio with the full support of Comstor.

For more information on Comstor's new accreditation and to join the program, resellers must log on to http://www.comstor.com or http://www.comstor.co.uk.

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About Westcon Group
Westcon Group, Inc. is a value added distributor of category-leading unified communications, network infrastructure, data center, and security solutions with a global network of specialty resellers.  The company's Comstor business unit is dedicated solely to global distribution of Cisco offerings.  Westcon's teams create unique programs and provide exceptional support to accelerate the business of its global partners.  Strong relationships at every level of the Westcon Group organization enable partners to receive support tailored to their needs.  From global logistics and flexible customized financing solutions to pre-sales, technical and engineering assistance, the company works with partners to respond with agility and speed to changing market conditions so they can achieve the fastest time to revenue.  Westcon Group's portfolio of market-leading vendors includes:  Cisco, Avaya, Brocade, Polycom, Check Point, and Blue Coat.  For more information, please visit http://www.comstor.com, http://www.comstor.co.uk or http://www.westcongroup.com.

Media Contact:                                      
Craig Librett
Director of Public Relations
Westcon Group
+1-914-357-1747
craig.librett@westcon.com


Warwick Taylor
Marketing Director
Comstor UK - a division of Westcon Group European Operations Ltd.
01285-627172
warwick.taylor@comstor.co.uk