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To: Ray Jensen who wrote (42)	5/7/1998 8:30:00 AM
From: JakeStraw	Respond to of 222

xcel's Integrated SS7 Enables Suntek to Gain China Network Access Certification Protocol Variant Approved by China MPT for Network Connection HYANNIS, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 7, 1998-- Excel Switching Corporation (Nasdaq:XLSW - news) announced today that, utilizing Excel's SS7 software, the Suntek Group of Guangzhou, China has successfully passed MTP1-3 and China TUP signaling testing by the Chinese Ministry of Posts and Telecommunications, now known as the Ministry of Information Industry. Additionally, Suntek utilized Excel's switch in passing its PSP (programmable switch platform) compatibility test administered by the MPT, which included testing with Alcatel S1240, Ericsson AXE, and NEC NEAX61. As a result, the China Network Access Certification has been granted to Suntek, with whom Excel has an OEM agreement. This testing is a prerequisite for all products connected to the Chinese telecommunications network. As part of the process of gaining network certification for Suntek, Excel developed a protocol variant of its SS7 software that supports ITU international Telephone User Group (TUP) requirements. The development process for China TUP and MTP was completed in three months by utilizing Excel's patented Programmable Protocol Language (PPL). PPL technology enables Excel and its customers to customize the switch system's software. PPL enables full programmability of E1, T1, J1, ISDN, SS7 and DSP services, allowing developers to quickly meet the challenges presented by variations in signaling protocols. The SS7 variant for China TUP developed is now available to Excel's customers as part of Excel's PPL library. The Suntek Group is a leading supplier of telecom service platforms to China Telecom and other Chinese pr ovincial telephone companies, and has an installed base of more than 600 systems throughout China. Excel's ONE Architecture enables carriers and developers to integrate network routing, enhanced services and media support on a single, highly scalable switching platform. Capitalizing on Excel's ONE Architecture by incorporating the company's open, programmable switches into their platform, Suntek delivers applications such as debit card and calling card services, information services, and voice messaging services. About Excel Switching Corporation Excel Switching Corporation is a leading provider of open switching platforms for telecommunications networks worldwide. Excel develops, manufactures, markets and supports a family of open, programmable, carrier-class switches that address the complex enhanced services and wireless and wireline infrastructure needs of network providers. Excel's products are currently deployed in telecommunications networks in almost 60 countries throughout the world. About Suntek Group Suntek Group is a leading provider of value-added network services, intelligent network technology, and communications services equipment in China. Suntek Group has over 20 subsidiaries, including Guangzhou New-Tech R&D Institute, Suntek Technology Development Co., Suntek Manufacturing Co., Suntek Information Industry Co., Ltd., and Nanfang Comm. Systems Software Co. Suntek Group not only undertakes the development, manufacturing, promotion, and services of communications products, but also operates information services networks. This release may contain statements which are ''forward looking''. Such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ significantly from expectations. Factors that might cause such a difference include, but are not limited to, those relating to: dependence on and concentration of relationships with application developers, original equipment manufacturers and systems integrators; length of sales cycle; risk of new product introductions; highly competitive market; compliance with evolving industry standards; dependence on proprietary rights; and other risks identified in the Company's Securities and Exchange Commission filings including those risks identified in the section entitled ''Risk Factors'' of the Company's Registration Statement on Form S-1 (File No. 333-35791) and Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 27, 1997. Contact: Excel Switching Corporation Karen Steele (508) 862-3000 ksteele@xl.com xl.com

To: Ray Jensen who wrote (42)	5/7/1998 9:41:00 AM
From: JakeStraw	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 222

Excel and XNT Successfully Deploy 8K Port Tandem/International Gateway Switch HYANNIS, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 7, 1998--Excel Switching Corporation (NASDAQ:XLSW - news) announced today that XNT Systems, Inc. has successfully deployed Excel's EXS Expandable Switching System for an international carrier based in metropolitan New York. The carrier is utilizing the system to provide long distance, prepaid, and calling card services to its rapidly growing customer base, and has taken advantage of Excel's open and scalable architecture to quickly scale up to its current 8,000 port capacity switch. EXS systems can be configured to support over 30,000 non-blocking ports in a single switch. XNT Systems delivers the intelligent switch control and comprehensive call processing functions that have allowed the EXS installation to rapidly grow from a few hundred ports to the 8,000 port capacity system. The distributed switching architecture of the EXS system enables service providers to offer network based services in a scalable, tightly integrated solution, and to grow their operations incrementally as their traffic needs require. The XNT/Excel platform in New York has recorded throughput of over one million minutes per day on this high-reliability switch. With the level of scalability in the platform, the carrier has been able to quickly and cost effectively enter the market and capture target opportunities, and then seamlessly grow its capacity while still in service. XNT Systems has been delivering telecommunication solutions to the long-distance carrier marketplace since 1993 and offers extensive enhanced services through its Smart Connections modules. XNT also supports highly specialized providers with operator services modules for both wireless and wireline markets. ''Building on Excel's EXS has enabled us to maximize our customer's investment through the development of a scalable, robust, high-traffic architecture. Our use of advanced switching technology is one example of our commitment to the business visions of our customers,'' said Nick Toumpas, President of XNT. Excel's ONE Architecture product strategy addresses the growing demand for scalable, multi-service platforms that can simultaneously support wireline and wireless infrastructure switching as well as multiple enhanced services. ''XNT is one of the companies at the forefront of bringing competitive infrastructure solutions to service providers,'' said Robert Madonna, President and CEO of Excel Switching Corporation. ''The XNT deployment in New York is an example of how service providers are benefiting from Excel's open and scalable architecture.'' About XNT XNT Systems offers complete turnkey solutions to network operators, enhanced service providers and value added resellers of operator and directory assistance applications worldwide. XNT has succeeded in developing products based upon customer requirements in the areas of capacity and functionality. The company has opened new doors of opportunity to its customers for expansion of their already successful businesses, while offering innovative solutions to broad new market segments. More information about XNT may be obtained from its website at www.xntsys.com. XNT will be presenting at Supercomm in Atlanta in June of 1998 and Voice Europe in October. About Excel Excel Switching Corporation is a leading provider of open switching platforms for telecommunications networks worldwide. Excel develops, manufactures, markets and supports a family of open, programmable, carrier-class switches that address the complex enhanced services and wireless and wireline infrastructure needs of network providers. The company's products are currently deployed in telecommunications networks in almost 60 countries throughout the world. Excel has ISO 9001 certification and BABT Full Quality Assurance Approval. Visit Excel's website at xl.com. -0- This release may contain statements which are ''forward looking'', subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ significantly from expectations. Factors that might cause such a difference include, but are not limited to, those relating to: dependence on and concentration of relationships with application developers, original equipment manufacturers and systems integrators; length of sales cycle; risk of new product introductions; highly competitive market; compliance with evolving industry standards; dependence on proprietary rights; and other risks identified in the Company's Securities and Exchange Commission filings including those risks identified in the section entitled ''Risk Factors'' of the Company's Registration Statement on Form S-1 (File No. 333-35791) and Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 27. 1997. Contact: XNT John Herlih (603) 225-3066 johnh@xntsys.com or Excel Switching Corporation Karen Steele (508) 862-3145 ksteele@xl.com or FitzGerald Communications Wendy Pickering (617) 494-9500 wpickering@fitzcomm.com