BIKE DAY IN UPGREAT - PREPARATION FOR THE SUMMER 2023 BICYCLE SEASON AND HARD WORK AT CUSTOMERS IN THE SUMMER MONTHS

Summer has come and it's time to start the holiday season. However, this does not mean that the "cucumber season" has arrived in UpGreat. On the contrary, many of our clients use their holidays for various implementations, tidying up systems, renovations and "shutdowns".

Therefore, we are also busy during the holidays, but at the same time we want to make good use of the time when it is green, warm and the sun is shining. Cycling, professionally or with the family, is a great way to spend your free time. A few days ago, we organized a BIKE DAY in our company - a professional review of all family bikes combined with non-business conversations, eating chips, pizza and drinking non-alcoholic beer, as befits responsible cyclists.

The service was carried out by our friendly company BIKE MASTER from Poznań, whom we sincerely support. In total, 14 bicycles were inspected.

We believe that safe use of bicycles and a healthy and ecological lifestyle are important. Of course, we also encourage our customers to go on bicycle trips 🙂

REPORT FROM THE EVENT "SPRING MORNING WITH TECHNOLOGY - NETAPP / FORTINET / MICROSOFT AZURE HYBRID ENVIRONMENTS"

Our "Spring Morning with Technology - Netapp / Fortinet / Microsoft Azure Hybrid Environments" is behind us! As planned, we met with our clients yesterday, June 13 at the Mercure Poznań Centrum Hotel.

We provided a large dose of information about our services and Netapp, Fortinet and Microsoft solutions. Despite several hours of technical presentations, the Customers persevered and assessed the whole event well in surveys. Thank you!

Yesterday's presentations are also available for download upGreat, netapp, Fortinet and Microsoft.

A brief summary is provided below.

NetApp this leader in data storage technology – their domain is safe and efficient disk arrays, allowing for tens of times faster application work and shortening the backup time. NetApp is one of the few companies that successfully offers hybrid solutions that combine on-premise and cloud computing. In Poland, we can observe an impressive increase in interest in the implementation of cloud solutions, including efficient and functionally rich ONTAP "arrays" in the cloud, which naturally integrate with other local resources. We will show some interesting examples of using Microsoft Azure resources.

Fortinet is a provider of network solutions designed with digital security in mind. The impressive development of the provided functionalities goes hand in hand with the maturity and stability of the technology. Their Security Fabric platform is an integrated system that includes network appliances, firewalls, threat intelligence, device protection, and cloud security. Fortinet is once again shown as a leader among providers in the Gartner Magic Quadrant SD-WAN based on their flagships FortiGate series firewalls.

Both NetApp and Fortinet provide on-premise hardware solutions, as well as virtual and cloud-based appliances. For this reason, Microsoft Azure is a natural environment for both vendors' products. The NetApp-Fortinet-Microsoft synergy is a functional wealth that cannot be overlooked. Our customers know this more and more often, choosing hybrid solutions that provide them with flexibility, scalability and reliability.

ENGAGE FORTINET ADVOCATE PARTNER | INTEGRATOR is UpGreat's current affiliate status

Our offer and competencies are tailored to the needs of our customers, which is why we are expanding our portfolio with SD-WAN from Fortinet. SD-WAN doesn't have to be expensive and can be a market-leader.

Quick implementation, scalability, ease of management are the features why companies choose software defined WAN.

A team of certified and experienced engineers will design and implement for you a network of several to several hundred branches. Feel free to contact us!

Microsoft Partner - Silver Datacenter, Silver Application Development competences in 2021/2022

Today, we have extended our competences at the Silver level in the Microsoft Partner Network program for another year. We specialize in building flexible IT systems in hybrid on-premise / cloud environments with the integration of Microsoft Office 365 services.

Scalability, reliability and speed of implementation are the expectations of our clients. Join them!

Please contact us, a team of four certified Microsoft engineers is waiting for you.

UpGreat is a Preferred Partner of PUREstorage

On November 3 this year. We have introduced PureStorage matrices to our offer - we have the title of PUREstorage Preferred Partner.

PUREstorage is an absolute leader in the segment of high-performance enterprise all-flash arrays. As a supplier of unique technology, it only provides arrays based on flash memory - the specialization made it possible to redefine the offer for customers both on the technical level and in terms of business benefits.

Why did we choose PUREstorage? Because we want our clients to have solutions that give them an advantage.

In the "Gartner Magic Quadrant for Primary Storage" report, PUREstorage outclasses such well-known manufacturers as Dell EMC, HPE, IBM. We encourage you to follow our pages or contact us via form or to the email address piotr.flis@upgreat.com.pl.

About Extreme Networks technologies

Our company actively cooperates with Extreme Networks. According to Gartner, this producer of network solutions is a leader in the segment of LAN and WLAN solutions (24 September 2019).

Basic business facts about Extreme Networks:

  • 9% share in the LAN market in Poland (increase by 15% y / y),
  • very good references in production companies in Poland (including VW, KGHM, Wavin, Unilever, Lotos ...),
  • over 50% of Fortune 50 companies use Extreme Networks solutions,
  • great service (internal - not outsourced).
Gartner LAN/WLAN 2019

From Gartner's report "Magic Quadrant for Wired and Wireless LAN Access Infrastructure" - 24 September 2019 - ID G00368944.

We are starting the publication of materials from the recently completed series of very interesting webinars devoted to Extreme Networks technologies: "TECHTALKS 4.0 ON AIR". We are the first to present the best management system available - Extreme Management Center (XMC) and network access control - Extreme Network Access Control. In brief:

  • one easy-to-install tool,
  • support for many device manufacturers - administration and automation of device management Extreme, Cisco, Aruba,
  • favorable licensing.

Session 1: Managing Heterogenous Networks with Extreme Management Center and ExtremeControl

Speed up and save - efficient SSD array means faster application work

Many of our clients would like to speed up the performance of their applications. Each of us would like the awaited window in the ERP system to appear immediately. We have a solution for that!

Very efficient arrays with SSD disks are not a big expense. Series NetApp EF280 is the primary class of NetApp arrays. Its devices are equipped only with semiconductor drives. Despite its small size, up to 367 TB of flash memory can be placed in one module. Their applications include storing backups or archives of files and creating space for virtualization (Vmware, Citrix, HyperV) and more advanced applications (SQL, Oracle, Exchange).

The matrix operation and management is facilitated by a friendly, graphical user interface. The device has redundant input / output paths with the possibility of automatic failover, it is also equipped with extensive diagnostic mechanisms. 

The product flyer for NetApp EF280 arrays is available for download here.

Until December 15, 2020, we offer you the EF280 series arrays at very promotional prices.



Model


Cache


Disk configuration


Capacity


IOPS


Interfaces
 

Suggested price
promotional
   EF280



16GB
6x800GB SSD2.8TiB net45,600 IOPS4x16Gb FC or 10Gb iSCSI
(universal inserts included)
8 000 €  
   EF2806x1600GB SSD  5.8TiB net45,600 IOPS4x16Gb FC or 10Gb iSCSI
(universal inserts included)
12 500 €  
   EF2809x1600GB SSD  10TiB net73,000 IOPS4x16Gb FC or 10Gb iSCSI
(universal inserts included)
€ 17,000  
   EF2808x3800GB SSD  20TiB net63,000 IOPS4x16Gb FC or 10Gb iSCSI
(universal inserts included)
€ 22,500  

Promotion conditions:

  • Promotion valid for orders placed until December 15, 2020.
  • The condition for taking advantage of the promotion is contact with our company and successful registration of the project with NetApp.
  • The prices of individual configurations do not include installation costs.
  • The prices given are net prices expressed in EUR.
  • The suggested promotional price includes 36 month warranty: supply of NBD parts, software subscription, remote assistance, access to the knowledge base and service portal mysupport.netapp.com

Additionally, we offer:

  • Technical consultation to choose the optimal configuration.
  • Workshops on matrix administration or integration with selected solutions.
  • Technical training.
  • Access to the demo matrix (E5400, EF540, E2800, FAS2500, FAS2600,
    FAS8000, AFF A200, AFF A220).

Please contact our consultants:

  • Reception:
    T: +48 667 753 835
    @: biuro@upgreat.com.pl
  • Customer service office:
    T: +48 605 586 507
    T: +48 667 752 750
    @: Oferta@upgreat.com.pl

CISCO solutions in times of the COVID-19 epidemic

The last few months have been a tough time for everyone. The new reality in which we found ourselves posed many new challenges.

CISCO solutions support customers around the world in the effective use of virtual environments.

Security of remote employees. Among these solutions, we can mention:

  • Quick deployments of remote work with Cisco AnyConnect VPNto be able to at any time, from anywhere
  • Extending the possibilities of remote meetings and videoconferences thanks to Webex Meeting
  • Remote network access by extending the corporate network to a home or small office

Key business areas ensuring efficiency and safety:

Telemedicine solutions a safe response to the growing demand for remote medical care.

Distance learning is a simple, safe and reliable platform for remote education and management.

You can find these and many more Cisco solutions here

Remote support offer for companies and individuals - simplified procedure

Due to the current situation of the COVID-19 epidemic, we decided to simplify and extend the scope of remote customer service.

Our proposal is to provide support for clients in a situation where many employees work remotely, and additionally, difficult access to IT services is possible.

 To benefit from the support of our company, you need to follow a few simple steps:

  1. Please send an email to biuro@upgreat.com.pl containing the following information:
    • Company name and contact information,
    • Brief description of service expectations.
  2. In response, we will call you to clarify mutual expectations related to the service.
  3. After agreeing the details, we will send you a scan and a paper version of the confidentiality agreement. The contract includes our declaration of the highest quality of services.
  4. We can start cooperation!

 The rules of customer service in a simplified procedure are as follows:

  1. The service will be performed remotely. If there is an absolute necessity to visit you, after agreeing on the necessary issues related to the safety of employees, our service technician will perform the necessary work at your premises or other indicated place.
  2. Remote maintenance will be as follows:
    • The service will be available on working days from 8.30 am to 4.30 pm. If there is a need to extend the scope of service, we invite you to sign our standard service contract.
    • The service will be provided immediately upon receipt of the notification, in the order of receipt.
    • The service request must be in the form of an email sent to our address helpdesk containing the following information:
      • Company name and contact information,
      • A short description of the need / problem.
  3. The service may be performed using one or more of the following methods:
    • Call,
    • TeamViewer service software that allows for secure, encrypted, remote access supervised by the customer,
    • Microsoft Teams online meeting software.
  4. After solving the reported problem, our employee will send you an e-mail summary of the service (description of activities, method of solving the problem, hourly effort), and in response, we also ask for an e-mail confirmation of its performance.
  5. The service will be billed on the basis of prepaid hour packages in the amounts of 2, 5, 10, 20 and 50 hours.
  6. Each new customer, before buying the hour package from point 5, can take advantage of 1 hour of free service at a time.

 Feel free to contact us and we hope that our proposal will make your work easier.

We wish health!

UpGreat Team

Microsoft's support for Windows 7 has ended

On January 14, 2020, the support period for Windows 7 has ended.
We are aware that changes to the configuration of production systems can be difficult and that is why we offer our help during this process: we will discuss possible solutions with you, advise what to do next and answer questions regarding lifecycle of Microsoft products.

What does end of support mean?

Beginning January 14, 2020, your Windows 7 PC will continue to function, but Microsoft will no longer provide the following services:

  • technical support regarding any problems,
  • software update,
  • security updates and patches.

You can continue to use your Windows 7 computer without constantly installing software and security updates, however this will increase your risk of virus and malware infections. In the future, the best way to stay safe is to switch to Windows 10. Windows 10 is best for a new computer. While Windows 10 can be installed on an older device, it is not recommended.

What can I do now?

In order to have up-to-date support (to, among other things, avoid the exploitation of operating system vulnerabilities, avoid encryption and data theft):

  1. Perform an audit of the configuration of your computers - you will receive a report from us on the current hardware configuration, Windows versions and recommendations for changes.
  2. Upgrade operating systems to Windows 10 (for a fee) or purchase a new computer with Windows 10.
  3. In the event that you have not decided to buy new computers, we recommend modernizing your hardware, e.g. by increasing the memory size and installing a fast SSD disk.

 In order to find a suitable solution for you and your company, please visit contact using the form as well as for direct communication with us:

  • Reception:
    T: +48 61 664 16 20
    @: biuro@upgreat.com.pl
  • Customer service office:
    T: +48 61 664 16 28
    T: +48 61 664 16 33
    T: +48 605 586 507
    T: +48 667 752 750
    @: Oferta@upgreat.com.pl