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For Immediate Release - Santa Clara, CA
March 30, 2005

Aurora Networks Will Showcase Latest Cutting Edge Solutions at The National Show

Santa Clara, Calif. — March 30, 2005 — Aurora Networks, a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced optical transport systems for broadband networks, will unveil three new solutions during the NCTA’s 2005 The National Show on April 3-5 in San Francisco. The manufacturer will provide product demonstrations in exhibit booth 5484 for Aurora’s Outdoor Wi-Fi Access Delivery System, the Virtual Hub Platform and the CWDM Ethernet Access System with SMART Media Converter technology.

Media contacts are invited to schedule a private demonstration by contacting Cora Wickersham at 408.235.7026 or via e-mail at cwickersham@aurora.com.

Aurora’s Outdoor Wi-Fi Access Delivery System
This solution separates associated backhaul technology from the 802.11-compliant radios, giving the cable operator more flexible, scalable and cost-effective solutions to reach the millions of small to medium-size businesses that were previously deemed impractical by aerial/underground coaxial cable or fiber due to expense, regulatory considerations or landlord restrictions.

Aurora’s Virtual Hub Platform
The enhanced VHub features field-hardened DWDM optical passives, EDFAs and optical switches which expand existing HFC networks without additional fiber, enabling multiple system operators (MSOs) to deliver voice, video and data services in areas that were previously either cost-prohibitive or fiber-constrained.

Aurora’s CWDM Ethernet Access System
Featuring SMART Media Converter™ technology, this system provides MSOs with operational, administration and maintenance (OAM) management capabilities that were previously available only for enterprise-class Ethernet networks. The system includes MC2401B and MC1401B series SMART Media Converter™ modules that feature IEEE 802.3ah OAM, remote IP-less CPE management for streamlined plug-and-play deployments, remote loopback, RMON statistics and remote CPE environmental monitoring.

About Aurora Networks
Founded in November 1999, Aurora Networks designs, develops, and markets advanced optical communications systems for traditional hybrid fiber/coax (HFC) networks and advanced, fiber-deep broadband networks. The company's advanced technology delivers significant increases in bandwidth and functionality while providing substantial cost savings when compared to traditional HFC network technology. Aurora Networks is privately held, with headquarters at 2803 Mission College Blvd, Santa Clara, California 95054. For more information about Aurora Networks or its products, e-mail info@aurora.com, phone 408.235.7000 or visit www.aurora.com.