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Ceragon Wireless Ethernet
Solutions Deployed in Arizona to Enable IPTV, VoIP and eLearning for
Schools
Other Topics: IPTV
Exhibition,
IPTV Global Expansion
PRNewswire-FirstCall
July 30, 2007
Tel Aviv, Israel -- Ceragon Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ: CRNT; TASE: CRNT),
http://www.ceragon.com, a leading provider of high-capacity wireless
backhaul solutions, today announced that the Paradise Valley Unified
School District (PVUSD) in Phoenix, Arizona is deploying Ceragon's
wireless Ethernet solutions which are being integrated to enable
IPTV, VoIP and eLearning applications to be implemented by Network
Infrastructure Corporation (NIC). Valued at over $1 million in
revenue for Ceragon, the project will enable the school district to
establish its own network for increased bandwidth, improved
reliability and faster return on investment. |
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Following a competitive bid process,
the Paradise Valley Unified School District selected Ceragon's
Gigabit Ethernet and Fast Ethernet solutions to connect the
elementary, middle and high schools to the District Administration
Center. This integrated solution will enable the school district to
offer advanced communications and eLearning applications that will
increase and improve the school district's network connectivity.
"Thanks to Ceragon Networks integrated solution provided by CDW-G/NIC,
Paradise Valley Unified School District will gain inter-site
connectivity, greater network capacity and improved availability,
all with an anticipated cost savings as we will no longer need to
pay to lease T-1 lines to connect our school district network," said
Jeff Billings, Director of Technology PVUSD. "Our students and
teachers will enjoy an improved educational experience through
advanced communications, IPTV and eLearning applications."
"The Paradise Valley Unified School District is a perfect example of
how Ceragon's wireless networking technology is being used to
replace costly leased T1/E1 lines, reduce dependence on telcos and
expedite return on investment", said Ira Palti, President and CEO,
Ceragon Networks Ltd. "Operators around the world are realizing the
benefits of Ceragon's wireless solution which provides a cost
effective alternative with high bandwidth capacity, advanced
Ethernet technology, and greater network flexibility."
To learn more about Ceragon's high-capacity backhaul wireless
solutions, please visit http://www.ceragon.com or call 1-877-FibeAir
in the United States.
About the Paradise Valley Unified School District The Paradise
Valley Unified School District offers a premier education to
students in kindergarten through grade 12. In the 2005-06 school
year, we have 30 elementary schools (kindergarten through grade 6);
8 middle schools (grades 7-8); and 6 high schools (grades 9-12). We
also have a variety of alternative educational programs to support a
wide variety of learners.
Our district is located in 98-square miles of rapidly growing
northeast metropolitan Phoenix and a portion of north Scottsdale.
This area extends from 7th Avenue to Pima Road and is generally
bordered on the south by Cactus Road and the north by Jomax Road.
With nearly 34,000 students, we are the fourth largest school
district in the state of Arizona.
About Network Infrastructure Corporation
Network Infrastructure Corporation, founded in 1994, provides a
"Total Solution" approach to network technology planning and
implementation. The company has offices in Arizona and serves
customers throughout the United States. NIC provides consulting,
implementation and support services for converged IP solutions
inclusive of, wireless, data, voice, video and security for
education; state and local governments; hospitality and gaming; and
commercial businesses. As a CISCO Gold Partner, NIC has the highest
technology credentials available in the industry.
About Ceragon Networks Ltd.
Ceragon Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ: CRNT; TASE: CRNT) is a leading
provider of high-capacity wireless backhaul solutions for cellular
and fixed wireless operators, enterprises and government
organizations. Ceragon's modular FibeAir(R) product family is
recognized as the gold standard for backhaul transmission and is
also one of the top solutions chosen by cellular operators for SONET/SDH
rings. A scalable, future-proof solution for wireless transport of
broadband services, FibeAir operates across multiple frequencies for
IP and SONET/SDH protocols, supporting the emerging needs of
next-generation networks that are evolving to all-IP based services,
including triple-play. It leads the market in IP backhaul, offering
a unique, native IP solution that provides the efficient, robust
connectivity required for WiFi, WiMAX and converged networks.
Ceragon supports its growing base of more than 200 customers in 85
countries by operating an extensive sales network comprising 17
offices and numerous partners located around the world. More
information is available at http://www.ceragon.com.
Ceragon Networks(R), CeraView(R), FibeAir(R) and the FibeAir(R)
design mark are registered trademarks of Ceragon Networks Ltd., and
Ceragon(TM), PolyView(TM), ConfigAir(TM), CeraMon(TM), EtherAir(TM),
QuickAir(TM), QuickAir Partner Program(TM), QuickAir Partner
Certification Program(TM), QuickAir Partner Zone(TM), EncryptAir(TM)
and Microwave Fiber(TM) are trademarks of Ceragon Networks Ltd.
This press release may contain statements concerning Ceragon's
future prospects that are "forward-looking statements" under the
Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements
are based on current expectations and projections that involve a
number of risks and uncertainties. There can be no assurance that
future results will be achieved, and actual results could differ
materially from forecasts and estimates. Important factors that
could cause actual results to differ materially from forecasts and
estimates include: Ceragon's limited operating history and history
of losses; Ceragon's dependence on a limited number of key
customers, independent manufacturers and suppliers; and the demand
for Ceragon's products and technology. These risks and
uncertainties, as well as others, are discussed in greater detail in
Ceragon's Annual Report on Form 20-F and Ceragon's other filings
with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Forward-looking
statements speak only as of the date on which they are made and
Ceragon undertakes no commitment to revise or update any
forward-looking statement in order to reflect events or
circumstances after the date any such statement is made. |
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