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For Immediate Release - San Antonio, TX
June 15, 2005

Aurora Networks Enhances Gigabit Ethernet SMART Media Converter Products

Products Feature Latest IEEE 802.3ah Technology

San Antonio, TX — June 15, 2005 — Today at the 2005 SCTE Cable-Tec Expo Show in San Antonio, Texas, Aurora Networks, a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced optical transport systems for broadband networks, debuted its CWDM Gigabit Ethernet Access System with SMART Media Converter™ technology.

By implementing the IEEE 802.3ah OAM standard on both Gigabit Ethernet and Fast Ethernet systems, Aurora's newest solution brings carrier-class capabilities to WAN and access Ethernet networks. The standard provides Multiple System Operators (MSOs) with operational, administration and maintenance (OAM) management capabilities, previously only available for enterprise-class Ethernet networks.

"By leveraging SMART Media Converter technology, Aurora has engineered a CWDM Ethernet Access System that MSOs can use to improve significantly the quality, reliability and ease of deployment of their commercial services. The launch of our newest products exemplifies Aurora’s commitment to leadership, continuous innovations and customer satisfaction," said Luis Yu, Aurora Product Manager.

Aurora’s CWDM Ethernet Access solution includes the MC24xxB series SMART Media Converter modules for the CH2016B SMART Media Converter chassis, and MC14xxB series Customer Premises Equipment. Both series of Aurora’s SMART Media Converter equipment feature multi-vendor interoperability, remote IP-less CPE management for streamlined plug-and-play deployments, remote loopback, RMON statistics and remote CPE environmental monitoring. In addition, Aurora’s integrated bidirectional bandwidth rate limiting feature frees the headend router from bombardment by extraneous traffic. The system also has a configurable CPE ping sweep support option which allows for network ping sweeps.

Visit us in booth 4107 at SCTE’s Cable-Tec Expo 2005 in San Antonio, Texas, June 15-17, between the hours of 11 p.m. to 12 p.m. for a live personalized demonstration of the exciting features of the Gigabit Ethernet SMART Media Converter product line.

Aurora’s SMART Media Converter MC24xxB Series Modules
The MC24xxB series SMART Media Converter modules are designed to enable network planners to connect 100 or 1000 Mbps twisted pair network segments to single-mode fiber optic access networks. When installed in a CH2016B Chassis, the MC24xxB can manage and monitor fiber optic conversions in mission critical enterprise and service provider applications via the user-friendly, rack-based web, telnet and SNMP management interfaces provided by the CX2001B Management Module.

Aurora’s SMART Media Converter MC14xxB Series CPE
Aurora’s MC14xxB series of SMART Media Converter Customer Premises Equipment are available in 10 different models that offer fiber port wavelengths from 1430 to 1610 nm in 20 nm increments for CWDM architectures.

Aurora’s SMART Media Converter CH2016B Chassis
The CH2016B offers a reliable, compact design for the installation, powering and management of up to 16 rack-mounted SMART Media Converter modules. All chassis modules and power supplies are hot-swappable. The high packaging density provided by the CH2016B makes it ideal for both headend and hub applications where rack space is at a premium. The CH2016B chassis supports two redundant powering options: a 100-240 VAC input (model CH2016BA-1) or a -48 VDC input (model CH2016BD-1). The CH2016B chassis includes one dedicated slot for SNMP-compliant integrated monitoring with the CX2001B Management Module.

About Aurora Networks
Aurora Networks is a global leader in advanced optical transport systems for broadband networks. The company’s innovative solutions optimize network performance and enable the deployment of advanced residential and commercial broadband services. With a reputation for cutting-edge technology and award-winning engineering, Aurora Networks is a thriving, privately-held company based in Santa Clara, California. For more information, call +1.408.235.7000 or visit www.aurora.com.