To: Arrow Hd. who wrote (1568 ) 6/3/2004 12:45:17 PM From: Rob Preuss Read Replies (1) | Respond to of 1762 STXN releases software extending the capabilities of Eclipse product. Stratex Networks Announces New Release of Eclipse(TM) System Software Thursday June 3, 8:01 am ET Expanded Nodal Configurations, Self-Healing Ring Architectures, New Hardware Support, and Expanded Network Planning Tools SAN JOSE, Calif., June 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Stratex Networks, Inc. (Nasdaq: STXN - News), one of the world's leading providers of wireless transmission solutions, today announced the second major release of system software for its new Eclipse nodal wireless platform. This new software supports new hardware features and delivers new unique functionality. This software release extends the nodal capability of Eclipse to support up to six independent radio paths from a single indoor node unit, with cable-less traffic routing through Eclipse's integral high-speed TDM bus architecture. Eclipse now also supports increased redundancy through the introduction of a new card that duplicates power and control functions, enabling extremely high hardware availability. Support is also provided for a new version of the Eclipse outdoor unit (ODU), which is optimized for cost-effective, low to medium-capacity applications at the network edge. Included in the new enhanced features being introduced is software support for the construction of wireless self-healing ring networks. Eclipse now enables scalable, Super-PDH(TM) rings to allow network traffic to be protected by being automatically routed around any fault or impairment on the ring, with detection and switching performed by the Eclipse Intelligent Node Unit (INU), without the need for external multiplexers or switches. Software Tools In addition to the Eclipse system software, Stratex has developed and released an extensive suite of tools for network planning, digital license management and manufacturing data tracking. These new tools provide customers with an effective means to simplify planning and efficiently deploy and upgrade network capacity. The Eclipse network configuration tool, Focus NC, enables customers to model their network based upon the Eclipse nodal design, and generate a detailed and priced bill of materials with recommended spares and accessories. Focus NC also provides the ability to import data from and export data to industry-standard wireless planning and customer relationship management (CRM) tools. This comprehensive tool enables customers to demonstrate the unique value that Eclipse can deliver to their network, as well as simplifies the network design and equipment planning process. Eclipse's digital licensing enables customers to plan for future network requirements, while also limiting their initial capital expenditures by deploying only the capacity that they need. Digital licensing unlocks the scalable capacity architecture of Eclipse, enabling simple, software-enabled upgrades. The Eclipse License Infrastructure Application (LIA) has been developed to enable Stratex Networks to track licenses and offer customers the ability to obtain new or upgraded node licenses simply and rapidly. Manufacturing data for Eclipse is captured and managed by a new Manufacturing Database Application (MDA). Interfacing directly to the Stratex Networks ERP system, the MDA enhances repair & return support, quality assurance and overall asset tracking by providing detailed tracking of components and sub-components manufactured by Stratex Networks contract manufacturing partners. This new system tracks and shares data to streamline the Eclipse production process and allows effective monitoring and planning. "This latest release of system software for Eclipse delivers increased functionality and flexibility that significantly enhances the nodal and network optimization capability that the platform delivers to our customers," stated Chuck Kissner, Chairman and CEO of Stratex Networks, Inc. "We are delighted by the response we have received to date for Eclipse and are excited about our continued roll out of advanced features for the platform which is proving to be the most versatile wireless transmission solution available." To find out more about Eclipse, see our website at www.stratexnet.com. About Stratex Networks With headquarters in San Jose, California, Stratex Networks, Inc. is one of the world's leading providers of high-speed wireless transmission solutions. Since it was founded in 1984, Stratex Networks has achieved international recognition for quality, innovation, and technical superiority in delivering data, voice, and video communication systems, including comprehensive service and support. Stratex Networks, with its broad product offering and worldwide sales and support organization, is strategically positioned to serve its customers' needs in wireless, high-capacity transmission technology. Additional information is available at www.stratexnet.com. Source: Stratex Networks, Inc.