NEW DELHI, INDIA: Extreme Networks launched a channel program enhancements program, which will take off with effect from April 2009.

Extreme Networks' channel partner program enhancements include introduction of three partner levels, Platinum, Gold and Silver, a new partner loyalty rebate program, and a lead-generation program with accompanying market development.

With these channel program enhancements, Extreme Networks is further establishing itself in the converged enterprise and carrier Ethernet markets, where the company focuses on delivering increased performance, simplicity and value to its customers. Furthermore, Extreme Networks has also launched a Nortel trade-up program, letting customers and solution providers receive program discounts on Nortel product trade-ins when purchasing Extreme Networks solutions.

Jitendra Gupta, country manager, India and SAARC, Extreme Networks, said: "India is a highly strategic growth market for Extreme Networks with a number of customer successes in the service provider, higher education, government, and hospitality markets. Our valuable channel relationships remain critical to our further success and Extreme Networks is offering program enhancements to partners that directly benefit their business models."

Extreme Networks has appointed Md. Yamin Khan as national channel and distribution manager for India & SAARC.