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For Immediate Release - Santa Clara, CA
June 17, 2008

Aurora Networks’ Optical Solutions Nab Highest Score in Broadband Gear Report’s Diamond Technology Reviews

Santa Clara, CA — June 17, 2008 — For the fourth consecutive year, optical networking solutions from Aurora Networks have received top honors in Broadband Gear Report’s Diamond Technology Reviews. An independent panel of cable engineers awarded a score of 4.5 Diamonds on Aurora’s Node PON™, GE4132M — the highest score given this year. Aurora’s SMART Media Converters™ also captured a score of 4 Diamonds. The judges evaluated the products on their ability to help cable operators increase revenue and reduce network operations expenses.

"Aurora has consistently scored well in the Diamond Technology Reviews, and this year’s scores are just another 'win.' Their technology obviously positions them as a key provider in the fiber-for-broadband market," said Tim Hermes, publisher of Broadband Gear Report.

Node PON Module
Aurora’s Node PON module enables cable operators to migrate their installed HFC network to a standards-based GEPON FTTP network. Operators simply drop the module into any installed Aurora node and then run fiber through the community. The solution eliminates the need for operators to re-engineer their networks, thus protecting their investment in the existing infrastructure.

Additional features include:

• 1 Gbps bidirectional bandwidth
• Support for up to 64 consumers per fiber drop
• Interoperable with existing cable modem back-office provisioning systems

SMART Media Converters
Aurora Network’s SMART Media Converters enable cable operators to deliver 100 Mbps or 1,000 Mbps Ethernet connections over fiber to businesses or high-bandwidth residential users. The products enable cable operators to extend their existing HFC network to tap into this rapidly growing revenue stream.

Additional SMART Media Converter features include:

• Support for 15 CWDM wavelengths
• High-density, dynamic CPE enclosure with redundant powering
• Unified CPE form factor and flexible mounting options
• Common modules for both the chassis and CPE applications
• Gigabit modules that utilize small form-factor pluggable (SFP) optics
• Bandwidth rate limiting function
• IEEE 802.3ah OAM remote management, including ''dying gasp''
• MEF-9 and MEF-14 compliance

"We are delighted that Broadband Gear Report’s panel of engineering and operations experts recognize the contributions that Aurora’s solutions can make in today’s cable networks," said John Dahlquist, vice president of marketing for Aurora Networks. "Our cable industry focus, combined with our optical networking expertise, enables Aurora to develop innovative solutions that help operators capture significant new revenues streams while simultaneously reducing operating expenses."

To see and learn more about Aurora’s GE4132M module and Node PON architecture, and SMART Media Converter modules, visit the company in Booth 139 at Cable-Tec Expo®, June 25-27, Philadelphia.

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.

Aurora, Aurora Networks, the Aurora logo, Node PON, and SMART Media Converter are trademarks of Aurora Networks, Inc. in the United States and other countries. Other marks are the property of their respective owners and are used here only for identification purposes.