To: The Ox who wrote (1651 ) 7/13/2005 10:34:31 AM From: Rob Preuss Read Replies (1) | Respond to of 1762 New North American Distributor for STXN. TESSCO Expands Total Source Offering of Wireless Broadband Solutions With the Addition of Stratex Networks Products Wednesday July 13, 8:30 am ET Carrier-Grade Point-to-Point Wireless Ethernet Links Target Backhaul Investment and Quality Concerns HUNT VALLEY, Md., July 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- TESSCO Technologies Incorporated (Nasdaq: TESS - News), Your Total Source® supplier for everything needed to design, build, run, maintain or use wireless systems, and Stratex Networks, Inc. (Nasdaq: STXN - News), a leading provider of wireless transmission solutions, announced that they have expanded their existing distribution agreement to include the complete line of Stratex Networks' point-to-point Ethernet solutions in North America. Wireless professionals faced with expensive and challenging last-mile connectivity will gain from TESSCO's efficient supply chain sourcing and Stratex Networks' comprehensive portfolio of wireless Ethernet links. The alliance will allow customers quicker connections and better allocation of their resources, without compromising quality. The Stratex Networks portfolio of wireless Ethernet links includes three series: the entry level Bridgelink OFDM series with options for operation in the 4.9 GHz public safety, 5 GHz U-NII and 5.8 GHz ISM bands and aggregate link speeds up to 35 Mbps; the VELOX LEIP for use in the 5.8 GHz ISM band and aggregate link speeds up to 90 Mbps; and the Eclipse platform with options for operation in federal or FCC common-carrier bands between 5 GHz and 23 GHz and aggregate links speeds up to 600 Mbps. "We are very excited about the breadth and capabilities of the product line we can now offer for data-centric solutions," stated Kevin Renaud, Stratex Networks' sector vice-president for the Americas. "We have a good working relationship with TESSCO and we look forward to future successes together." "The Stratex line further enhances our existing wireless backhaul solutions and strengthens TESSCO's reputation as the total source supplier for the wireless industry," said Rick Guipe, senior vice president of TESSCO's network infrastructure line of business. 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.stratexnetworks.com. About TESSCO TESSCO Technologies Incorporated is a value-added supplier of the product solutions needed to design, build, run, maintain or use wireless systems. TESSCO is committed to delivering, fast and complete, the product needs of wireless system operators, program managers, contractors, resellers, and self-maintained utility, transportation, enterprise and government organizations. As Your Total Source® supplier of mobile and fixed-wireless network infrastructure products, mobile devices and accessories, and installation, test and maintenance equipment and supplies, TESSCO assures customers of on-time availability, while streamlining their supply chain and lowering inventories and total costs. To learn more, please visit TESSCO.com