MEXICO CITY--(Marketwired - Apr 18, 2013) - Meru Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ: [ MERU ]), a leader in virtualized wireless LAN solutions, today announced that Westcon Group, a value-added distributor of category-leading unified communications, network infrastructure, data center and security solutions with a global network of specialty resellers, will expand its distribution of Meru virtualized Wi-Fi solutions, based on the Meru® MobileFLEX™ architecture, into Mexico and Brazil, effective immediately.

The two companies will now have distribution arrangements in more than 17 countries, including the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Spain, Italy, Mexico and Brazil.

"Meru's MobileFLEX architecture and the solutions and services developed around it are second to none in the industry," said Eric Linner, general manager at Westcon Mexico. "We are glad to be working with Meru to expand their footprint in the region, and to be adding these outstanding solutions to our offerings to VARs and others in these countries." 

Meru's MobileFLEX architecture features new Context-aware Application Layers (CALs), Apple Bonjour support, enhanced multi-vendor policy enforcement, cloud and 802.11ac readiness. MobileFLEX gives IT departments a unified ability to overlay mission-critical applications onto existing wired or wireless networks while simultaneously lightening the BYOD load.

"The rate at which Wi-Fi is being adopted and used to improve end-user experiences in Meru's target markets -- education, healthcare and hospitality -- in Mexico and Brazil is impressive," said David Kelly, vice president of international sales for Meru. "The expansion of Meru's relationship with Westcon into these markets will go a long way toward helping the regions build out their Wi-Fi infrastructures with the best available Wi-Fi solutions, and toward helping Meru meet its own goals for growth."

Meru, MobileFLEX and the Meru logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of Meru Networks, Inc. in the United States and certain other countries. All other trademarks mentioned in this document are the property of their respective owners.

About Meru Networks
Meru Networks (NASDAQ: [ MERU ]) designs, delivers and distributes best-of-breed mobile access and virtualized Wi-Fi solutions that are easy to deploy, operate and expand to meet enterprises ever changing mobility requirements. Meru's MobileFLEX wireless architecture addresses the market demand for higher bandwidth and higher client densities with its innovative virtualized wireless technology, while simultaneously simplifying device onboarding. It also offers flexible and scalable deployment options and the unique support for Context-aware Application Layers (CALs) or dedicated channels for different applications and usage contexts. Meru wireless LAN solutions are deployed in major vertical industries including Fortune 500 businesses, education, healthcare, and hospitality. Founded in 2002, Meru is headquartered in Sunnyvale, Calif., with operations in North America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia Pacific. Visit [ www.merunetworks.com ] or call (408) 215-5300 for more information.

About Westcon Group
Westcon Group, Inc. is a value added distributor of category-leading unified communications, network infrastructure, data center, and security solutions with a global network of specialty resellers. Westcon's teams create unique programs and provide exceptional support to accelerate the business of its global partners. Strong relationships at every level of the Westcon Group organization enable partners to receive support tailored to their needs. From global logistics and flexible customized financing solutions to pre-sales, technical and engineering assistance, the company works with partners to respond with agility and speed to changing market conditions so they can achieve the fastest time to revenue. Westcon Group's portfolio of market-leading vendors includes: Cisco, Avaya, Brocade, Polycom, Check Point, and Blue Coat. For more information, please visit [ www.westcongroup.com ].