Airspan Networks Selected as Technology Partner for Eircom's New Fixed Wireless Access Network in Ireland.Business Editors SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 15, 2000 Airspan Networks Inc. (Nasdaq:AIRN), the provider of fixed wireless access telecommunication systems, has been selected by eircom for the provision of a nation-wide fixed wireless access network in Ireland. Airspan will supply its AS4000 wireless fixed access system, initially deploying base stations capable of supporting some 45,000 lines. This enables eircom to offer a range of wireless voice, ISDN ISDN in full Integrated Services Digital Network Digital telecommunications network that operates over standard copper telephone wires or other media. and future fast Internet services to residential and business customers in rural and suburban areas. eircom, who was issued with a wireless licence from the Office of the Director Telecommunications Regulation (ODTR ODTR Office of the Director of Telecommunications Regulation (Ireland) ODTR Optical Time Domain Reflectometer ) in June, is rolling out a fixed wireless access network. Wireless local loop is a complementary technology to eircom's existing fixed and mobile networks. It allows greater speed of deployment where coverage exists particularly in more rural areas. John Quist, eircom's director of Technology said, "We selected Airspan's wireless communications access system because it provides the rapid deployment, high performance and the flexibility we need in order to efficiently rollout a high quality wireless network that complements our existing access network." Airspan's CDMA (Code Division Multiple Access) A method for transmitting simultaneous signals over a shared portion of the spectrum. The foremost application of CDMA is the digital cellular phone technology from QUALCOMM that operates in the 800 MHz band and 1.9 GHz PCS band. technology provides flexible coverage of broad geographical areas, which will enable eircom to serve the growing number of subscribers and contribute to the development of the Irish economy. "eircom is building the largest and most modern wireless communications access system in Europe, providing customers with a complete range of digital telecom services," said Eric Stonestrom, CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of Airspan. "We are delighted that eircom has chosen Airspan and are looking forward to a lasting and productive partnership." About eircom eircom is Ireland's leading provider of local, long distance and international telecommunications services, including mobile communications and data communications services. Since 1984, eircom has invested over 3 billion IR pounds in its infrastructure, giving the company one of the most advanced networks in Europe. The company continues to broaden its portfolio of services through increasing both the range and sophistication so·phis·ti·cate v. so·phis·ti·cat·ed, so·phis·ti·cat·ing, so·phis·ti·cates v.tr. 1. To cause to become less natural, especially to make less naive and more worldly. 2. of the services it offers, thereby increasing the benefits to customers. Over the coming years, the company will add to the range of services that allow customers take advantage of the intelligence inherent in the digital technology that forms the backbone of its network. More information on eircom can be found at www.eircom.ie. About Airspan Networks Airspan is dedicated to providing fixed wireless telecommunications systems to operators and ISPs (Internet Service Providers) around the world with licenses between 900 MHz (MegaHertZ) One million cycles per second. It is used to measure the transmission speed of electronic devices, including channels, buses and the computer's internal clock. A one-megahertz clock (1 MHz) means some number of bits (16, 32, 64, etc. to 4.0 GHz frequency bands, including both PCS (1) (Personal Communications Services) Refers to wireless services that emerged after the U.S. government auctioned commercial licenses in 1994 and 1995. This radio spectrum in the 1. and MMDS (Multichannel Multipoint Distribution Service or Microwave Multipoint Distribution Service) A digital wireless transmission system that works in the 2.2-2.4 GHz range. . Airspan's systems are based on CDMA technology that provides wide area coverage, security and resistance to fading. Airspan's systems can be deployed rapidly and cost effectively, providing an attractive alternative to traditional wired communications networks. Airspan also offers radio planning, network installation, integration, training and support services support services Psychology Non-health care-related ancillary services–eg, transportation, financial aid, support groups, homemaker services, respite services, and other services to facilitate the deployment and operation of its systems. More information on Airspan can be found at http://www.airspan.com. |
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