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For Immediate Release - Santa Clara, CA
October 9, 2006

Dennis Hallman Brings 36 Years of Experience to Aurora Networks as Mountain Region Account Manager

Santa Clara, CA — October 9, 2006 — Aurora Networks, the third-largest supplier of advanced optical transport systems to the global broadband cable market, has named Dennis Hallman as regional account manager for its U.S. mountain region which includes Colorado, Montana, Wyoming, Utah, Idaho, New Mexico, Arizona and Nevada. In this role, Hallman will assist cable operators with network upgrades, expansion initiatives and the deployment of advanced services by assessing their transport system needs and identifying cost effective, quality solutions.

Hallman's extensive career in the cable industry, dating from 1970, has included technical, operations and sales positions ranging from New York to Colorado. Most recently, he was district sales manager for Power & Telephone Supply, with Time Warner, Kelly Cable, and Sachs Communications among his previous employers.

"The level of expertise among Aurora Networks’ talented staff has earned the trust and respect of cable operators throughout the globe, and Dennis Hallman is well positioned to uphold our reputation. With his wealth of knowledge and skills, Dennis is a valued addition to our expanding team," said Michael Sparkman, vice president of worldwide sales for Aurora Networks.

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.