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To: hitesh puri who wrote (10034)	10/15/1999 12:11:00 PM
From: Jack Jackson	Respond to of 21876

Efficient Networks Teams WithLucent Technologies to Offer Interoperable DSL Access Solutions October 15, 1999 11:18 AM Eastern Time DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 15, 1999-- Efficient's SpeedStream DSL CPE Interoperates with Lucent's Stinger(TM) DSL Access Concentrator Efficient Networks, Inc., EFNT a leading supplier of Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) customer premises equipment (CPE), today announced it has joined Lucent Technologies' LU "Wired for DSL" interoperability program to provide customers with an end-to-end DSL access solution. Under the program, Lucent has tested and certified the SpeedStream 3060 and 4060 DSL modems for compatibility with its new Stinger(TM) DSL access concentrator (DSLAM). "We are excited to work with Lucent in delivering compatible, carrier-class DSL solutions to our customers," said Greg Langdon, vice president of marketing at Efficient Networks. "Efficient Networks' SpeedStream CPE are designed to be interoperable with a wide range of DSLAM equipment, and we're pleased to include Lucent's Stinger DSLAM on our growing list of compatible central office platforms." Under its "Wired for DSL" interoperability program, Lucent is partnering with leading vendors of DSL equipment to provide an end-to-end, multi-vendor solution to its service provider customers. Lucent comprehensively tests and certifies third-party products to deliver more flexible and reliable DSL networks to its customers. "We are pleased to be adding Efficient Networks to our Wired for DSL interoperability program," said Ashok Dhawan, general manager, High Speed Access Products, InterNetworking Systems, Lucent Technologies. "Together, we can provide a complete multi-vendor solution for service providers of all sizes who wish to deliver high speed data services leveraging DSL technology." Both the SpeedStream 3060 internal ADSL PCI modem and the SpeedStream 4060, a Universal Serial Bus external ADSL modem, have successfully completed interoperability testing with Stinger. Stinger, Lucent's breakthrough DSL access concentrator, offers industry-leading Quality of Service (QoS) capabilities, enabling service providers to prioritize voice services while delivering dedicated access to bandwidth-hungry data services at the same time. Stinger's advanced features enable it to deliver voice traffic over DSL with the same high quality and reliability that customers expect today. 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 Efficient Networks Efficient Networks, Inc. is a leading, independent supplier of DSL access products for the customer premises. The company furnishes service providers and small to mid sized businesses with its SpeedStream DSL CPE product line, which 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 DSL market, Efficient Networks is a member of the ATM Forum and the ADSL Forum. With headquarters in Dallas, Efficient Networks has sales and support offices throughout the United States, and in Amsterdam and Singapore. For more information, see Efficient's World Wide Web home page at www.efficient.com. About Lucent Lucent Technologies, headquartered in Murray Hill, N.J., USA, designs, builds and delivers a wide range of public and private networks, communications systems and software, data networking systems, business telephone systems and microelectronics components. Bell Labs is the research and development arm for the company. More information about Lucent Technologies is available on the company's Web site at: lucent.com. 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 statements concerning product availability and market acceptance. Important factors that may cause actual results to differ include: risks associated with the Digital Subscriber Line Industry and risks that may affect our ability to execute our business plans. For a further discussion of the risks facing our business, please refer to the documents filed by Efficient Networks, Inc. with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission from time to time. Note to Editors: Efficient Networks and its logos are registered trademarks and SpeedStream is a trademark of Efficient Networks, Inc. Other brand and product names are trademarks of their respective holders. Terms of Use. © 1996-1999 Microsoft Corporation and/or its suppliers. All rights reserved.