Other improvements to Version 2.0 include the SurgicalRollback feature, which provides automated procedures for detecting and recovering from erroneous configuration changes. The process restores a known state and affects only changed elements without affecting other device operations.

Envoy 2.0 also supports security and regulatory requirements for remote management with SSHv2, local or remote authentication, complete audit tracking of all device interactions, and granular authorization models to control device access and management procedures, according to the company.

Among customers deploying Envoy 2.0 is Houston-based RigNet, a provider of managed communication services to the oil and gas industry, with systems installed in over 180 sites in 20 different countries.

"Uplogix"s virtual administration solution provides us with an on-site management appliance in locations that are challenging to staff, therefore enabling us to expand service to our customers," said Lars Eliassen, vice president of global operations at RigNet.

Pricing for the Envoy 2.0 starts at US$2,800 for the Standard version, which has up to four ports, and $7,600 for the Enterprise version, which has up to 20 ports.