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To: Frank A. Coluccio who wrote (449)	8/5/1999 10:58:00 AM
From: Regis McConnell	Respond to of 626

(COMTEX) B: SilkRoad Introduces Next-Generation Telecommunications Network Solution; Single Laser, Single Wavelength Solution for Increasing Performance On Carrier-Grade Networks SAN DIEGO, Aug 4, 1999 (BUSINESS WIRE via COMTEX) -- SilkRoad Inc., an innovative optical networking technology company, today announced the introduction of its Ambassador 3000(TM) optical transceiver product line for carrier-grade networks. The Ambassador 3000, based on SilkRoad Refractive Synchronization Communication (SRSC(R)) technology, utilizes a single laser on a single wavelength to deliver increased bandwidth and mixed signal capabilities, all at a lower life cycle cost than current technologies. Spans of up to 500 km are possible without remodulation of the signal, and the system allows for simple add/drop of any and all channels along the span. The capability of long spans and the ability to handle the mixing of standard and non-standard signals and protocols means lower costs and greater versatility for customers supporting high volume, multiple signal network services. The Ambassador 3000 product line also supports bi-directional performance on a single fiber. "The Ambassador 3000 follows the introduction of our Emissary 1000(TM) product line for enterprise applications and our PathFinder 2000(TM) product line for the converging CATV/Telco markets. Ambassador continues to increase the bandwidth capabilities of our SRSC(R) technology, with the unique feature of transmitting voice, video and data bi-directionally on a single wavelength," said Kevin C. Doria, SilkRoad president and chief executive officer. "Ambassador will offer carriers the lowest cost per Gigabit per kilometer for their communications network, while enabling them to offer new interactive customer services." Ambassador products increase network speed and capacity, and support a variety of network security methodologies. Ambassador can also add value to any organization whose network is suffering from fiber exhaust or needs to light dark fiber that is unable to support DWDM transmission. The entry-level product in the Ambassador 3000 product line is the Ambassador 3020(TM) optical transceiver, providing 20Gbs/sec with up to eight mixed-technology channels (OC-3/12/48, STS-3/12/48 Video equivalents and Digital Data in proprietary protocols) on a single wavelength and a single fiber. SilkRoad also plans to offer the Ambassador 3080(TM) optical transceiver, providing 80Gbs/sec with up to thirty-two mixed-technology channels and the Ambassador 3160(TM) providing 160Gbs/sec with up to sixty-four mixed-technology channels. "Today's telecommunication networks require not only extreme bandwidth, but the ability to handle the additional requirements of tomorrow's new communication services. The Ambassador 3000 provides carriers with the ability to offer new and more extensive solutions to their customers such as real time interactive video conferencing, electronic commerce, high-speed video imaging, and large file transfers," said Herb Stover, SilkRoad Director of Sales. SilkRoad's Refractive Synchronization Communication (SRSC(R)) technology, was first introduced during the company's worldwide technology launch on Wall Street in New York City on Nov. 3, 1998. SRSC(R), based on new applications of well-established principles of optical physics, allows a properly modulated single-wavelength laser beam to carry multiple electronic signals in a bi-directional format. As a result, SRSC(R) based systems provide significant benefits for network accessibility and the transport of high speed, high volume, voice, video and data communications beyond those achieved through conventional multiple-wavelength technologies. The economical pricing of a SRSC(R)-based system makes true extreme broadband communications available to the converging communications market. Founded in 1996, SilkRoad Inc. is a privately held company headquartered in San Diego, where sales and marketing, research and development, engineering and administration are located. The company's patented SilkRoad Refractive Synchronization Communication (SRSC(R)) single-wavelength technology provides the basis for next-generation communications systems that dramatically increase bandwidth, accessibility to information, scalability and network simplicity. SRSC(R) technology provides products for long haul, metro, access and local networks. SilkRoad recently received the SUPERQuest Award for the "Most Promising New Technology" in optical networking at SUPERCOMM '99. For more information, please visit the SilkRoad Web site at www.silkroadcorp.com. Ambassador 3000, Ambassador 3020, Ambassador 3080, Ambassador 3160, Emissary 1000 and PathFinder 2000 are trademarks and SRSC is a registered trademark of SilkRoad Inc.

To: Frank A. Coluccio who wrote (449)	8/5/1999 11:05:00 AM
From: Regis McConnell	Respond to of 626

B: SilkRoad Introduces a New Level of Performance in Element Management Systems for Fiber Optic Networks SAN DIEGO, Aug 4, 1999 (BUSINESS WIRE via COMTEX) -- New Transaction Based Management Software Provides a Long Anticipated Breakthrough to Integrated Network Management SilkRoad Inc., an innovative optical networking technology company, today announced the introduction of its NeTRAK 4000(TM) Element Management System (EMS), a transaction-based management system providing the flexibility required to manage integrated multi-vendor based networks. The NeTRAK 4000 provides a method for controlling and monitoring network elements through a CORBA core, which is capable of mediating TL1, SNMP, CORBA, or CMIP based commands to/from external applications. This capability provides interoperability and functionality throughout the network from the network operations center (NOC) down to the network element (NE) level. The functionality provided by this type of element management suite allows customers to implement and manage a multi-vendor solution through a common management tool. This is important in the new era of communications, where so many choices can be made to build a network solution. Commonality and reliability are critical when managing the various NEs deployed throughout the infrastructure. "The design of our Element Management System continues SilkRoad's efforts to make networks more efficient and versatile," said Kevin C. Doria, SilkRoad president and chief executive officer. "NeTRAK is transparent to the equipment it manages, providing for the implementation of a single management tool for all network elements." Potential customers of NeTRAK include communication equipment manufacturers, network solution providers faced with the implementation of multiple vendor hardware solutions, communication carriers who want a leading edge network management solution, CATV operators in the process of enhancing their services, and Enterprise network facilities. The NeTRAK 4000 architecture mediates with management applications interconnected within its core and managed on a transaction basis. It provides performance monitoring, configuration management, fault management, and security management applications as required. NeTRAK's transaction-based core supports a free flow of management traffic, as each command is independently handled and addressed as a separate entity. The management software can have multiple users throughout the network performing Operations, Administration, Maintenance, and Provisioning (OAM&P) tasks. "In a national network, operators in Los Angeles and Washington D.C. can simultaneously manage, interact, and initiate command transactions throughout the network to achieve greater network performance," said Herb Stover, SilkRoad director of sales. "Our Element Management System can be implemented with ourown SRSC(R)-based networks, or in any network that contains NEs capable of communication with an SNMP or IIOP-based management interface." The entry-level product in the NeTRAK 4000 product line is the NeTRAK 4200(TM) EMS which will manage up to 100 NEs from a single central station. SilkRoad also plans to offer the NeTRAK 4400(TM) EMS, which will manage up to 600 NEs in a Regional or National network, and the NeTRAK 4600(TM) EMS, which will provide management for up to 3000 NEs in a Regional or National network. NeTRAK 4000 is scheduled for availability by the end of 1999. Founded in 1996, SilkRoad Inc. is a privately held company headquartered in San Diego, where sales and marketing, research and development, engineering and administration are located. The company's patented SilkRoad Refractive Synchronization Communication (SRSC(R)) single-wavelength technology provides the basis for next-generation communications systems that dramatically increase bandwidth, accessibility to information, scalability and network simplicity. SRSC(R) technology provides products for telecommunications, CATV and Enterprise markets for long haul, metro, access and local networks. SilkRoad recently received the SUPERQuest Award for the "Most Promising New Technology" in optical networking at SUPERCOMM '99. For more information, please visit the SilkRoad Web site at www.silkroadcorp.com. NeTRAK 4000, NeTRAK 4200, NeTRAK 4400 and NeTRAK 4600 are trademarks and SRSC is a registered trademark of SilkRoad Inc.

To: Frank A. Coluccio who wrote (449)	8/5/1999 1:51:00 PM
From: ahhaha	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 626

I guess we now know what they've been doing over the last six months. They've stepped out of the shadows and fired a giant salvo. They have put together a suite of devices addressing various aspects of the network with compatibility as the underlying theme. Ambassador 3000 is the product that SR has been expected to deliver. The simplicity and low cost is all there as indicated by the 11/98 demonstration. The super scale they're embracing is consistent with their uber technology. If the establishment is too dumb to go after the 3000, NeTRAK will surely appeal to companies like NOPT, LVLT, EXDS, you know the names. Ubiquitous management of ne's is a direction we haven't known about and has a great deal of added value. These guys are coming out shooting. No more Mr. Unknown Guy.