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Press Release: June 28, 2006 |
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ClearMesh Networks Introduces Next-Generation
Wireless Optical Mesh Networking Solution
High capacity, secure, and robust solution enables service providers
to extend the reach of fiber and turbo-charge fixed wireless networks to serve SMB markets
PASADENA, CA – June 28, 2006 – ClearMesh Networks today announced the launch of
its next generation wireless optical mesh solution, the ClearMesh Metro Grid™. The ClearMesh solution enables service providers
to roll out business-class services at 5-100 Mbps to small and medium business (SMB) markets. For the first time,
service providers can leapfrog legacy copper and economically roll-out a fiber-grade wireless infrastructure without trenching fiber.
ClearMesh Metro Grid technology extends the reach of metro Ethernet networks, where lateral expansion of
fiber would require significant up-front investment and months for deployment. Metro Grid complements existing Wi-Fi
and WiMAX service deployments by infusing additional bandwidth in high density metro areas, expanding
the customer base for wireless networks.
For wireless Internet service providers, the ClearMesh Metro Grid provides the ability to
economically serve the dense metro SMB market with high-bandwidth business-grade services beyond
those offered by WiFi or WiMAX solutions. Operating in the license-free band, the ClearMesh solution
enables wireless service providers to overcome the crowded RF spectrum and deliver
high-quality services in dense metro areas.
Now, Metro Ethernet service providers can cost-effectively deliver business-class Ethernet services in a matter of days
and at a fraction of the cost of trenching fiber. This extends the fiber service providers' market by enabling them
to reach a large number of medium-sized businesses and "light-up" underutilized core fiber.
"Small and medium sized businesses increasingly rely on broadband connectivity for Internet-based,
mission-critical applications," said Suresh Nihalani, President and CEO of ClearMesh Networks. "We provide a truly scalable access network
solution, enabling service providers to deliver the necessary bandwidth to support high-margin service bundles including VoIP,
network backup, video conferencing, multimedia and security, at an affordable price."
Service providers can immediately begin to market fiber-grade Ethernet services and extend the physical reach of the
Metro Grid as more customers sign up – a true pay-as-you-grow solution.
The Metro Grid solution is immediately available and is comprised of two products,
the
ClearMesh 300™ (CM 300™) node and the
ClearMesh Management System (CMS).
A Metro Grid deployment consists of ClearMesh 300 nodes which can be pole or roof-mounted.
This integrated networking platform combines high-capacity Ethernet switching and low-cost
wireless optical transport with business-grade Ethernet service delivery interfaces.
Using secure optical transmission, the CM 300 can distribute up to 300 Mbps of wire-speed,
ultra-low latency, and full-duplex service capacity. This allows service providers to deliver
enough capacity to concurrently serve thousands of VoIP calls, video streams and Internet sessions.
The
ClearMesh Management System (CMS) gives service providers carrier-class tools for mesh-wide installation, diagnostics,
service analysis and provisioning to support fast and efficient service deployment across the Metro Grid.
About ClearMesh Networks
ClearMesh is the only worldwide producer of next-generation, wireless optical mesh networking equipment,
enabling service providers to target broader metropolitan business markets. The Metro Grid allows service
providers to build reliable and cost-effective fiber-grade access networks. With ClearMesh, service providers have the ability
to leapfrog legacy copper to deliver 5-100 Mbps per customer with a license-free and interference-free wireless mesh solution.
For more information, please visit www.clearmesh.com.
Press Contacts:
Kelly Williams
ClearMesh Networks
626.535.2737
kelly@clearmesh.com
Jamie Pogrel
PR@vantage for ClearMesh Networks
415.984.1970 x105
jpogrel@pr-vantage.com
