This section provides an overview for network appliances as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 12 network appliance manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked network appliance companies as of November, 2024: 1.IWILL TECHNOLOGY LIMITED, 2.HIPER Global, 3.Armortec Technology Limited.
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A network appliance is a device designed to fulfill specific functions within a network.
These appliances serve various purposes including network connectivity, security enhancement, and optimization of communication quality. The operational principle of a network appliance depends on its intended function. Devices such as switches and routers are employed for network connectivity, while firewalls and intrusion prevention systems (IPS/IDS) are used for security purposes. Additionally, appliances like load balancers and cache servers are deployed to enhance communication quality.
Network appliances are extensively employed in corporate network infrastructures, data centers, cloud services, and various other environments. Typically comprising both hardware and software components, they are tailored to deliver precise functionalities.
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American Portwell Technology is a global company that specializes in designing and manufacturing a wide range of embedded computing solutions, including single-board computers and industrial motherboards. Established in 1993, it has provided embedded computing solutions to various industries, including automation, gaming, medical, and military. The Company has received several industry recognitions for its quality products and services. Its products are proven by customers around the world for their reliability, scalability, and flexibility. The company's aim on research, development and technology has enabled it to stay ahead in the fast-paced and rapidly evolving embedded computing industry.
ADLINK Technology Inc., founded in 1995 and headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, is a manufacturer of products for embedded computing, test and measurement, and automation applications. Their product line includes computer-on-modules, industrial motherboards, data acquisition modules, and complete systems, which are designed to drive data-to-decision applications across industries, improving production capabilities and also increasing operational efficiency. They also offer comprehensive industrial-grade smart panels and also monitors with customization through their one-stop solution service.
Axiomtek, founded in 1990 and located in New Taipei City, Taiwan, is an ISO-9001 and ISO-14001 certified designer and manufacturer of industrial computers and embedded systems. They offer a diverse range of products that include embedded boards, system-on-modules, single-board computers, embedded systems, and industrial barebone. These products find general use in industrial applications, including industrial automation, IoT solutions, machine vision, transportation, and digital signage. Axiomtek's solutions provide efficient computing solutions for automation, control, data processing, and communication purposes in diverse industries.
iBASE, founded in Taipei, in 2000 is a manufacturer of single board computers, motherboards and systems for the Industrial PC market. The company's product portfolio includes Industrial Panel PCs, Digital Signage Players, Network Appliances, Embedded Systems and Industrial Motherboards. Their products find application applications in the markets such as , smart building, digital signage, transportation, gaming, and retail. The company is is publicly listed in the Taipei Exchange and has ISO 9001, ISO 13485 and ISO 14001 certifications.
Lanner Electronics Inc., founded in 1986, is a manufacturer based in New Taipei City, Taiwan, specializing in network appliances and industrial computers. The company develops network computing appliances for wired and wireless management systems, firewalls, and wide area networks (WANs). It also provides rugged embedded and industrial computing solutions for automation systems and Internet of Things (IoT), along with telecommunication and data center platforms for artificial intelligence (AI) and mobile edge computing systems. Supported by printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturing facilities in China, Canada, and the United States, the company serves original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and original design manufacturers (ODMs).
AAEON Technology Inc., founded in 1992 and now a subsidiary of ASUSTeK Computer Inc., is a Taiwanese manufacturer headquartered in Taipei City, specializing in industrial and embedded computing platforms. They provides single-board computers, embedded motherboards, and network appliances. AAEON offers applications, including Smart City, Smart Manufacturing, and Smart Office, incorporating Industry 4.0 solutions, leveraging the Internet of Things (IoT), cloud computing, analytics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and machine learning. Furthermore, AAEON provides Design and Manufacturing Service (DMS), encompassing every stage of the product development process. This service is tailored to meet the specific needs of industries such as automation, energy, and transportation.
Advantech was established in 1981 and is a manufacturer and supplier of embedded computing and intelligent connectivity system solutions based in Taiwan. The company offers various IoT hardware and software solution products, including arm-based computing platforms, industrial display systems, advanced video appliances, wireless industrial automation sensors, and industrial ethernet switches. The products created by the company have been certified with REACH Compliance certificate. The company has partnered in the WISE-Marketplace Ecosystem with other businesses, including Anewtech Systems, Ibcon, Mirai Electronics, Lubi Electronics, and BioEnergy Projects Sdn Bhd.
Ranking as of November 2024
Derivation MethodRank | Company | Click Share |
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1 | IWILL TECHNOLOGY LIMITED |
14.3%
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2 | HIPER Global |
14.3%
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3 | Armortec Technology Limited |
10.2%
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4 | AEWIN Technologies Co., Ltd. |
10.2%
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5 | American Portwell Technology, Inc. |
8.2%
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6 | iBASE Technology Inc. |
8.2%
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7 | AAEON Technology Inc. |
8.2%
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8 | HUNSN |
6.1%
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9 | Lanner Electronics Inc. |
6.1%
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10 | Axiomtek Co., Ltd. |
6.1%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the network appliance page as of November 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
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Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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Taiwan | 5 | 83.3% |
United States of America | 1 | 16.7% |
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