EFT Server

New Features

New in version 6

Please note: certain new features are available only in EFT Server Enterprise and/or only with the modules.

• Back-Up & Restore Wizard - The Back-up & Restore Wizard gathers and packages files into an easy-to-transport file for you to re-deploy (migrate) or restore.
• Advanced Workflow Engine - The Advanced Workflow Engine (AWE) performs complex actions automatically triggered by server events. Create scripts, macros, or other code-intensive process using an easy drag-and-drop interface.
• Auditing of Administrator Changes - Audit and view reports on all administrators' activity.
• DMZ Gateway Enterprise (Multiple Site) - DMZ Gateway is now available (with EFT Server Enterprise only) in a multiple-Site version.
• PCI DSS 1.2 Support - EFT Server’s High Security Module (HSM) has been updated to comply with the latest PCI-DSS version 1.2.
• Plain HTTP Interface Updated and Customisable - The base HTTP/S landing page is more intuitive and completely user-modifiable to match your corporate brand.
• FIPS-Certified Cryptographic Libraries - EFT Server's HSM now provides FIPS-certified libraries for SSH and SSL connections.
• Send E-mail Action Address Browser - Click the TO, CC, and BCC buttons to launch a familiar Select Names dialog box.
• Oracle Database Connectivity - EFT Server Enterprise can audit to an Oracle database in addition to SQL.
• New OpenPGP library - The new OpenPGP library offers more options for signing, encryption, decription, and ciphers.
• SFTP OpenSSH Support - The updated SSH library supports import and creation of OpenSSH style keys, key generation, and display of the Server’s public key.
• New Server Administrator Roles - The new 'User Administrator' role has all the privileges of the 'Change Password' role, but can also create new users.
• SQL Server Express - EFT Server now comes packaged with SQL Server express for development testing.
• Installation Wizard - The improved installation wizard guides you through the installation and detects previous versions with the option of a fresh install or an upgrade.
• Administrative Interface Enhancements - The new interface is intuitive and easy-to-use, putting a wealth of information at the administrator's fingertips.
• Custom Commands - Create custom commands from within Event Rules, and select variables from within an Execute Command dialog box.
• Windows 2008 and x64 Support - Leverage the latest Windows OS by deploying EFT Server on Windows 2008 Server Standard, Enterprise, or Datacenter Edition x84-64
• And much more.

Features

EFT Server modules

EFT Server functionality can be extended with a range of add-on modules:

• DMZ Gateway - multi-platform (Windows, Linux/Unix, Solaris), multi-layered security solution that allows implementing the highest levels of security for data storage and retrieval, authentication and firewall traversal
• DMZ Gateway Enterprise - This version of the DMZ Gateway offers the same valuable protection for multiple EFT Server hosts without the need to replicate the DMZ Gateway installation and license
• Auditing and Reporting Module - capture and view all the transactions of EFT Server
• High Security Module - comply with FIPS 140-2 and PCI DSS 1.2, securely wipe delete data, assign Active Directory accounts for EFT Server administration, and implement advanced password, account, and resource security policies
• OpenPGP Module - safeguard data at rest using OpenPGP encryption
• Person-to-Person File Transfer - Allow users inside an enterprise to send and receive files of any size to and from recipients outside the organisation with secure authentication, non-repudiation and auditing capabilities
• Web Transfer Client - cross platform web client provides powerful file transfer features and a rich user interface
• HTTP/S Module - allows you to set up a secure connection to anyone in minutes-all they need is a web browser
• SFTP/SSH Module - SFTP benefits include single connection port for easy firewall navigation, password and public key authentication and strong data encryption
• AS2 Module - exchange data or EDI messages with business partners over Applicability Statement 2 (AS2) protocol
• Advanced Workflow Engine - extend the capabilities of EFT Server with event-driven, real-time processing of over 200 automated actions.

Editions

SMB Edition

• Meet Strict Security and Compliance Standards
• Easy to Use Interfaces
• Provision Users Quickly & Efficiently
• Track & Audit All Data Transfers
• Receive Data From Partners.

Enterprise Edition

The functionality of the SMB edition, plus:

• Automate Over 200 Actions
• Delegate Administration
• Monitor Transactions Real-Time
• Push Data to Partners
• Integrate with Back-End Systems
• GUI-Based Workflow
• Quick-Start Services
• Professional & Consulting Services.

System Req.

ETF Server

• Windows XP Professional, Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008 R1&2 (Standard, Enterprise, and Datacenter editions) x86-64, and Windows 7 (in v6.1 and later)
• 1 GB RAM or higher
• EFT Server and DMZ Gateway must be installed on separate computers
• If EFT Server will be monitoring Samba network shares, version 3.0.25 of Samba is required.

ETF Server Administration Interface

The administration interface must be installed on the same computer as EFT Server, but also can be installed on other computers for remote administration.

• Windows XP Professional, Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008 (Standard, Enterprise, and Datacenter editions) x86-64, and Windows 7 (in v6.1 and later)
• 50 MB of free RAM, minimum
• 1024x768 resolution or higher display.

Please note: many of the add-on modules have additional system requirements.