ADC Experts to Discuss Fiber Migration and Market Dynamics at FTTH Conference and Expo.

Company Will Showcase OmniReach Solutions That Ensure Efficient, Reliable Network Access for Residential Customers

MINNEAPOLIS -- ADC (NASDAQ:ADCT; www.adc.com), today announced that three of its fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) experts will present at the FTTH Conference & Expo 2006, October 2-5, at the Venetian Hotel in Las Vegas. Company solutions will be displayed at Booth #413.

* Pat Sims, principal systems engineer for ADC, will participate in a Lightwave/KMI Executive Briefing: "The Market Dynamics of FTTX and Video Service Provision," on October 2, from 2:30 - 3:45 p.m.

* "Why Do We Need Fiber? A Study on Video Over IP and the Effects on Passive Optical Network (PON) Architectures" session will be led by ADC's Pat Sims, principal systems engineer, on October 3, from 2:30 - 3:00 p.m.

* Learn the practical considerations for the Central Office and Outside Plant when migrating to Gigabit PON technologies during "Is My Network Ready for GPON?" session, headed by Pat Thompson, core fiber program manager, and Ray Hagen, FTTX associate product manager, on October 4, from 1:45 - 2:15 p.m.

"Consumer demand for high bandwidth has spurred ADC innovation in network deployment and service connection options," said Trevor Smith, program manager for FTTH products for ADC. "ADC's FTTH solutions provide for virtually unlimited bandwidth and the reliability that residential consumers demand. Today's market environment is one of continuous infrastructure improvements for network uptime, and we look forward to sharing our insights with conference attendees."

The FTTH Conference's Wi-Fi Cafe will be powered by ADC's WFX wireless local area network (WLAN) Array solution. This enterprise triple-play solution for Wi-Fi deployment combines a WLAN switch and up to 16 integrated access points that deliver 864 Mbps of Wi-Fi bandwidth over a large area. ADC's approach simplifies the management of Wi-Fi networks while maximizing available coverage at lower cost.

ADC will feature its OmniReach[TM] FTTX suite of solutions at the event - solutions that improve distribution, access and home-premises connectivity for the network. Specific solutions on display at the ADC booth, #413, include:

* Indoor and Outdoor Fiber Distribution Hubs

* Fiber Access Terminals

* Multiport Service Terminals

* Hardened Connector solutions

* Suite of Multi-Dwelling Units (MDU) solutions

OmniReach Fiber Distribution Hub (FDH) 3000

ADC will feature its OmniReach Fiber Distribution Hub (FDH) 3000, a new FTTX solution enabling high optical line termination (OLT) efficiency and physical layer access to fibers within the feeder and distribution network. This enclosure is designed to serve the distinct needs of diverse markets and customers. The unique design of the enclosure provides for rapid connection between cables and splitters in the outside plant (OSP), facilitating fast service connection and reconfiguration, simplified network installations and improved efficiencies in the field.

OmniReach Fiber Access Terminals

OmniReach Fiber Access Terminals provide a robust, user-friendly and cost-effective platform for delivering fiber optic service drops in FTTX deployments. For both single-family homes and multiple-dwelling units, OmniReach access terminals provide physical protection, long-life reliability and fiber management.

OmniReach Multiport Service Terminals

Used in FTTX applications, the OmniReach Multiport Service Terminals (MST) product line provides simplified subscriber connections from the PON distribution cable to the drop cable that connects to the Optical Network Terminal in a home. ADC MSTs also incorporate hardened connector technology that is designed to withstand a rugged outside plant environment. These environmentally-secure, sealed MST enclosures are available in 2, 4, 6, 8 or 12 port configurations and feature flexible mounting options including pole, pedestal, hand hole and strand to support both aerial and below-grade applications.

OmniReach Hardened Connectors

ADC's OmniReach Hardened Connectors and Drop Cables provide a reliable interface for fiber drop cables in the outside plant environment. At the same time, the hardened connector approach dramatically reduces splicing labor requirements.

OmniReach Solutions for MDUs

At FTTH, ADC also will showcase its solutions for MDU applications. ADC's OmniReach MDU solutions provide high-performance interconnection of fiber cables and equipment, and support both low- and high-fiber count applications for optimal performance. These solutions include compact, environment-protective enclosures, high-performance cable assemblies and connectivity components. Distribution nodes can be added to the network quickly, reducing overall installation and long-term maintenance costs for end users in densely populated dwellings such as apartment buildings, town homes and campuses.

About ADC OmniReach FTTX Solutions

ADC's OmniReach Solutions are the industry's first platforms designed from the ground up to meet the unique requirements of FTTX networks. By building network infrastructures upon ADC's OmniReach Solutions, service providers nationwide are accelerating deployment and maximizing operational efficiency from the central office to the outside plant. For more information about OmniReach solutions, or to download ADC's FTTX Planning Guide, visit http://www.adc.com/FTTX.

About ADC

ADC provides the connections for wireline, wireless, cable, broadcast, and enterprise networks around the world. ADC's innovative network infrastructure equipment and professional services enable high-speed Internet, data, video, and voice services to residential, business and mobile subscribers. ADC (NASDAQ:ADCT) has sales into more than 140 countries. Learn more about ADC at www.adc.com.