Efficient Networks Joins Sprint in Delivering Comprehensive DSL Solutions
Sprint North Supply to Provide Efficient Networks' SpeedStream DSL Modems to North
American Network Operators
DALLAS and NEW CENTURY, Kan., Aug. 6 /PRNewswire/ -- To further streamline the process of rolling out DSL
services, Efficient Networks, Inc. (Nasdaq: EFNT - news) and Sprint North Supply today announced a collaboration to
deliver integrated ADSL solutions to service providers nationwide. Through this agreement, Sprint North Supply is now a
nationwide distribution channel and full-service integration company for Efficient Networks' SpeedStream family of DSL
customer premises equipment (CPE). The combination of Efficient's compatible and cost-effective DSL CPE with turnkey
integration services from Sprint North Supply enables service providers to rapidly deploy infrastructure and offer DSL services.
''To accelerate DSL service offerings nationwide, best-of-class products and turnkey integration services must be readily
available,'' said Peter Bourne, director of product marketing at Efficient Networks. ''Sprint North Supply is a leader in DSL
integration and product fulfillment, and with the addition of our SpeedStream CPE, we have enhanced their ability to deliver
inter-operable, standards-based DSL solutions to their service provider customers.''
Through its relationship with Efficient Networks and leading central office equipment providers, Sprint North Supply offers
one-stop shopping for DSL service providers. Sprint North Supply provides services including network design, product
fulfillment, installation, configuration, testing, management and support. This full-service approach allows ILECs, CLECs and
RBOCs to easily expand their offerings using a cost-effective outsourcing strategy.
''Efficient Networks and Sprint North Supply both have strategic agreements with top-tier central office equipment providers,
which enable customers to quickly roll out DSL services,'' said Gail Redmond, director, Public Networks Division Marketing,
Sprint North Supply. ''The combination of custom integration services with industry-leading ADSL equipment translates into a
faster time to profitability for DSL service providers.''
As part of the agreement, Sprint North Supply now offers Efficient's SpeedStream 3060 internal ADSL PCI modem and the
SpeedStream 4060, a Universal Serial Bus external ADSL modem. These SpeedStream products are certified compatible with
leading DSLAMs and multi-service access platforms, and are deployed in DSL networks worldwide.
The SpeedStream DSL products provide a simple installation procedure and pre-configuration capabilities, allowing service
providers to reduce installation times at the consumer residence or business. Advanced diagnostics within the CPE enable
service providers to quickly isolate and resolve network issues and maximize DSL service availability for their customers.
About Sprint North Supply
Sprint North Supply is a leading provider of equipment and distribution services to the communications and securities industries.
The company operates 11 distribution centers nationwide with inventory of more than 38,000 products from 1,300
manufacturers. Sprint North Supply's annual sales exceed $1.3 billion.
About Sprint
Sprint is a global communications company at the forefront in integrating long-distance, local and wireless communications
services, and one of the world's largest carriers of Internet traffic. Sprint built and operates the United States' first nationwide,
all-digital fiber-optic network, and is a leader in advanced data communications. Sprint has $17 billion in annual revenues and
serves more than 17 million business and residential customers.
About Efficient Networks
Efficient Networks, Inc. is a leading, independent supplier of DSL voice and data access products to the worldwide data and
telecommunications markets. The company's SpeedStream customer premises product line includes a suite of external and
internal routers and modems all designed for simple, rapid installation and seamless compatibility. As a recognized worldwide
leader in the ATM/DSL market, Efficient Networks is a member of the ATM Forum and the ADSL Forum. With headquarters
in Dallas, Texas, Efficient Networks has sales and support offices throughout the United States, as well as in Amsterdam and
Singapore. For more information, see Efficient's World Wide Web home page at www.efficient.com.
Efficient Networks and its logos are registered trademarks and SpeedStream is a trademark of Efficient Networks, Inc. All
other names may be trademarks, services or registered trademarks of their respective vendors.
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as
amended and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Such forward-looking statements include, but
are not limited to statements concerning the combination of Efficient's DSL CPE with turnkey integration services from Sprint
North Supply which enables service providers to rapidly deploy infrastructure and offer DSL services. Actual results may differ
materially. Important factors that may cause actual results to differ include the market for DSL services or for Efficient
Networks' products which may not develop or mature. For a further discussion of the risks facing our business, please refer to
the company's reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including, but not limited to, its initial public offering
prospectus. Efficient Networks undertakes no obligation to update forward- looking statements to reflect events or
circumstances occurring after the date of such statements. |
