D-Link has launched its DSR-250V2 Unified Services VPN Router for small to medium businesses. Boasting advanced features such as WAN failover, load balancing and an integrated firewall, the DSR-250V2 is a reliable, secure and flexible way to manage any network. With its full featured VPN offering various encryption methodologies, secure communications between mobile or remote employees, as well as branch to branch offices, can be easily configured.

A key feature requested by many SMB’s, the DSR-250V2 boasts a built-in Captive Portal which enables employees or guest users to be easily authenticated and authorised by accessing customised landing pages, such as when guests arrive at a hotel, or when customers want to access the Internet whilst at their local coffee shop. Just as importantly, the DSR-250V2 provides the option for automatic failover to a second or backup Internet link where available, providing piece of mind in the event the main Internet connectivity link fails.

The DSR-250V2, being the latest member of the D-Link DSR Series of Unified Services Routers, also offers valuable Web Content Filtering features, allowing business owners or administrators to monitor, manage and control users Web and application usage. Static Web Content Filtering helps to remove malicious objects such as Java applets, ActiveX and cookies or to block URLs down to the keyword level. Dynamic Web Content Filtering, which requires an optional licence subscription, allows administrators to filter content from a list of categories and multiple global index servers, with millions of URLs and real-time website data providing even more granular control over the content and applications allowed into the business network.

The DSR-250V2 VPN Router also enjoys a high-performance firewall with up to 950Mbps throughput and VPN (3DES) performance up to 200Mbps throughput, whilst supporting up to 75 simultaneous VPN tunnels, allowing more devices to be connected, and faster.

The DSR-250V2 VPN Router also sports other advanced functions including Quality of Service (QoS) control, Access Control, Bandwidth Priority and Application Control which can restrict or give priority to predefined applications to effectively manage network utilisation. Also, by using packet inspection and a database of application signatures based on the application’s network usage patterns, the DSR-250V2 gives complete control over the content that is delivered through the network.

The D-Link DSR-250V2 Unified Services VPN Router for Small to Medium Businesses

Key Features:

• High performance VPN Router

• Configurable LAN/WAN Port

• Supports Dual WAN with Balancing and Failover

• Advanced Routing and Firewall features

• IPsec, PPTP/L2TP, GRE, SSL, OpenVPN supported

• IGMP Snooping

• Application Filtering

• Static Web Content Filtering

• Dynamic Web Content Filtering (requires an optional subscription)

• Full-featured Bandwidth Management

Availability and Pricing

The new DSR-250V2 Unified Services VPN Router for small to medium businesses is available now from www.dlink.com.au (RRP AU$599.95) and from all D-Link certified partners and resellers.

Office cleaning is not something you want to do or pay for it. Did you know you could get a ECOVACS ROBOTICS, DEEBOT N10 PLUS robotic vacuum and mopping cleaner for less than $1000 to do the work for you?

The DEEBOT N10 PLUS has been purpose-built by ECOVACS to deliver an uncompromising, hands-free clean to Australians eager to embrace robotics.

The DEEBOT N10 PLUS is jam-packed with value, and features strong suction power of 4300Pa, advanced TrueMapping navigation technology, up to five hours of run time and an auto-empty station that holds up to 60 days of dust and a new antibacterial filter, all controlled through the easy-to-use ECOVACS Home App.

As ECOVACS ROBOTICS celebrates 25 years of global leadership in robotic vacuum cleaners, today’s launch adds to an extensive local range that is already giving back a significant amount of time to Australians. ECOVACS estimates that existing products already in Australian homes are already saving more than three million hours a year in cleaning time, with DEEBOTS covering enough ground annually to clean the playing surface of the Melbourne Cricket Ground more than 2,300 times.*

This will only increase as the appetite for Australians to embrace home robotics continues to increase at unprecedented levels. Independent market research commissioned by ECOVACS reveals that more Australians are hopeful of adding a robotic vacuum cleaner to their home than a new television, coffee maker or air purifier, even as the cost of living continues to challenge where Australians spend their money.

“With Australians eager to embrace home robotics that deliver both convenience and time-saving, it was important that ECOVACS continued to step up and deliver a new, compelling option for them to consider, and we are delighted to be adding the DEEBOT N10 PLUS into our range,” said Karen Powell, Regional Director of Australia and New Zealand for ECOVACS ROBOTICS.

“We are constantly challenging ourselves, be it through innovation or value, and the DEEBOT N10 PLUS combines both by delivering an uncompromising clean with these carefully curated features never seen before for this price.”  

Strong suction power offers an unmatched vacuum and mop in-one-go

The DEEBOT N10 PLUS boasts suction power of 4300Pa, with the ability to remove dirt, dust and debris from even the toughest crevices and deepest carpet fibres. Combined with its OZMO^TM Mopping System, it can vacuum and mop in-one-go, but also knows where not to clean when mopping is enabled.

Long lasting battery delivers stress-free cleaning experience for up to five hours

With an upgraded large battery capacity of 5200mAh, the DEEBOT N10 PLUS can clean up to 5 hours on a single charge. When low on battery, it will know to return to its auto-empty station for recharge before returning to its cleaning route and resuming its clean.

Cutting-Edge Technology ensures accurate mapping, navigation and path planning

Featuring ECOVACS’ TrueMapping laser-based mapping and navigation technology, the DEEBOT N10 PLUS can map floors within minutes and create systematic cleaning paths. It can intelligently navigate around the home and find the most optimal cleaning path, thanks to its dToF (Direct Time Of Flight) sensors that allows for 360° scans to be performed with Aerospace-Standard accuracy. Cleaning paths, modes and schedules can further be customised via the compatible ECOVACS Home app.

Auto-Empty Station allows up to 60-days of hands-free dustbin cleaning

The DEEBOT N10 PLUS is equipped with an auto-empty station that contains a large 2.5L disposable dustbag. This means that months of dust and debris can be held, enabling for a convenient, hygienic and hands-free cleaning experience.

New Antibacterial Filters and Dustbags that offer hypoallergenic benefits

The DEEBOT N10 PLUS is the first ECOVACS model that features new antibacterial filters and dustbags. Made from non-woven fabric and an activated carbon layer, this antibacterial design offers hypoallergenic benefits to homes across Australia by effectively trapping 95% of allergens and particles, as well as absorbing unpleasant odours.

Pricing and Availability

The DEEBOT N10 PLUS is available now at Bing Lee, Godfreys, Harvey Norman, JB Hi-Fi and The Good Guys for RRP $999.

Small businesses may be at risk of insurance coverage gaps due to inflation, says SME insurance expert Jane Mason, who urges business owners to review their policies before it’s too late.

Losses due to storm, fire, and other significant events could result in insurance claim payouts that don’t cover the total cost of replacement due to the difference between what the business has insured and the cost to rebuild.

“What was the right cover one year may not be enough cover now because of the rising cost of materials,” says Mason, Head of Product, Channels, and Risk at SME insurance service BizCover.

While inflation has likely peaked in Australia, the remnants of double-digit increases in input construction costs could still leave small business owners with significant holes in their business insurance.

The price of steel (42.1%), timber, board and joinery (20.6%) and glass (14.1%) experienced major inflationary pressures peaking mid-last year.

Overall, the price of building construction rose close to 12% over the year to December.

This means that if you insured your building in December 2021, the cost to replace that building may have increased by 12% in one year.

“The affect inflation has on replacement costs cannot be overstated. Aussie businesses could be left with a serious financial crisis by not having enough coverage to cover your loss.”

How does your business insurance coverage work?

Business insurance can be confusing, but it’s important for small business owners to understand what they’re getting when they buy insurance.

When you buy business insurance to cover your commercial building or your contents and stock, you’re entering into an agreement with the insurer.

The insurer will typically pay to repair, rebuild, or replace the damaged property to the state it was in when insured. Some insurers may offer to cover 120% of the total insured amount to account for changes in replacement costs.

For example, if you insured your business for $1 million last year and a fire destroyed it, but the cost to rebuild has gone up to $1.2 million since then, the insurer would typically pay for the additional $200,000 if they offer 120% coverage. But if they only cover up to the insured amount ($1 million), you may have to pay the remaining $200,000 out of pocket.

“It’s critical for small business owners to know how much they’re covered for because events like these can be very expensive,” says Mason

“Even if your building is totally destroyed and needs to be rebuilt, if the cost to replace it has gone up due to inflation, there may be a gap between what’s covered and what you’ll need to pay.”

How can small business owners reduce gaps in their coverage?

While inflation continues to linger, small business owners can take some steps to avoid being underinsured.

Mason says regularly assessing their exposure to risks and ensuring they have sufficient insurance coverage for the current value of their assets can significantly reduce coverage gaps.

“It’s important to insure your business for an amount that is sufficient to cover not only the tangible assets, but the cost of repairs and any other variables that might leave you out of pocket,” she says.

While reviewing your cover at renewal is a great time to consider your options, Mason says you could check in at any point throughout the year to ensure you have enough cover.

“Consider jumping online to compare quotes so you could then decide whether the price of the cover justifies the protection.”