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To: Kenneth E. Phillipps who wrote (5820)	5/16/2000 11:20:00 PM
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May 15, 2000 - Press Release Nortel Networks Enables High-Performance Internet for European Cable Operators Standards-Based Cornerstone Solution Can Deliver Web, Gaming, Interactive TV Services LONDON - Cable operators can offer their customers high-speed, broadband data services like web browsing, gaming and interactive TV with a new, high-performance Internet solution now available in Europe from Nortel Networks* [NYSE/TSE: NT]. The Cornerstone* Cable Modem Termination System (CMTS) 1000 from Arris Interactive, a Nortel Networks/ANTEC joint venture, enables operators to deploy cable modems and set-top boxes compliant with the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) J Series standard - commonly referred to as "EuroDOCSIS" - for European hybrid fiber/coax (HFC) networks. "With our experience meeting all of the North American DOCSIS requirements, we were able to enhance our proven Cornerstone CMTS 1000 software to meet the specifications for European cable operators," said Oscar Rodriguez, chief operating officer, Arris Interactive. "And since the hardware already complies, an operator can use an existing Cornerstone CMTS 1000 to function within 8 MHz channels, the normal channel parameter in Europe." "Cornerstone CMTS 1000 improves the cable operator's speed to market and allows for immediate deployment of our advanced set-top box for video on demand applications," said Paul Adams, vice-president, multimedia access solutions, Nortel Networks. With an enhanced command line interface and Telnet capabilities, Cornerstone CMTS 1000 integrates seamlessly with centralized network management and provisioning systems, allowing cable operators to improve productivity and reduce overhead costs. It collects critical information on cable modem activity, allowing operators to quickly and efficiently deal with radio frequency and provisioning issues. Cornerstone CMTS 1000 is configurable from both local and central operation facilities. The Cornerstone family delivers a wide range of premium quality HFC data and voice services and provides a platform for converged broadband services. With more than 775,000 cable modems and over 572,000 Voice Ports* shipped to date, Cornerstone is one of the most widely used data and cable telephony systems worldwide. Cornerstone is sold through ANTEC for large U.S. cable operators and through Nortel Networks for other U.S. network operators, international operators and Canadian cable companies. Arris Interactive is a joint venture formed by two industry leaders - Nortel Networks and ANTEC - to develop products for delivering voice and data services over hybrid fiber/coax networks. Arris has built on the strengths of its parent companies to deliver Cornerstone Voice and Cornerstone Data, the market's leading cable telephony and cable modem systems. Visit www.arris-i.com for more information on Arris Interactive and Cornerstone solutions. ANTEC Corporation is an international communications technology company serving the broadband information transport industries. ANTEC specializes in the manufacturing, materials management and distribution of products for hybrid fiber/coax broadband networks, as well as the design and engineering of these networks. Headquartered in Duluth, Georgia, ANTEC has sales offices in Europe, Asia/Pacific and Latin America; major divisional offices in Duluth, Georgia and Denver, Colorado; and manufacturing facilities in Juarez, Mexico, El Paso, Texas, Tinton Falls, New Jersey and Rock Falls, Illinois. Visit www.ANTEC.com for more information on ANTEC. Nortel Networks is a global leader in telephony, data, eBusiness, and wireless solutions for the Internet. The Company had 1999 U.S. GAAP revenues of US$21.3 billion and serves carrier, service provider and enterprise customers globally. Today, Nortel Networks is creating a high-performance Internet that is more reliable and faster than ever before. It is redefining the economics and quality of networking and the Internet through Unified Networks* that promise a new era of collaboration, communications and commerce. Visit us at www.nortelnetworks.com * Nortel Networks, the Nortel Networks logo, the Globemark, Unified Networks, and How the world shares ideas are trademarks of Nortel Networks. Cornerstone is a trademark of Nortel Networks under license to Arris Interactive. Voice Port is a trademark of Arris Interactive. Contact for Press and Analysts: Elizabeth Lovett Nortel Networks 44-171-529-3069 elovett@nortelnetworks.com