Aurora Networks' Node PON Solution Successfully Integrates with DOCSIS Provisioning Technology.

Optical Transport Leader to Demonstrate Node PON Capabilities with DOCSIS Provisioning Software from Sigma Systems at SCTE Cable-Tec Expo 2009

DENVER -- Aurora Networks, Inc., announced today that it successfully integrated its Node PON[TM] platform with Sigma Systems' Device Provisioning Manager for DOCSIS([R]) equipment provisioning and activation. This is a significant achievement demonstrating that cable operators can leverage the same OSS provisioning technology they employ for DOCSIS([R]) cable modem services for a network utilizing Aurora Networks' Node PON solutions.

Aurora Networks, the only optical transport solution provider focused on delivering a cost-effective, optimized platform for next-generation cable services, will demonstrate the collaboration in its booth (No. 10096) at SCTE Cable-Tec Expo([R]) 2009, October 28-30 in Denver. At the event, Aurora Networks will showcase its Node PON technology working with the Device Provisioning Manager for DOCSIS([R]) provisioning from Sigma Systems, a leading global provider of Advanced IP Service Fulfillment solutions for the cable and telecom industries.

The companies recently conducted a successful DOCSIS([R]) provisioning trial utilizing Sigma System Device Provisioning Manager and Aurora's Node PON OLT and GEPON CPE devices, confirming that Aurora Networks' Node PON solution is compatible with legacy DOCSIS([R]) provisioning technology.

The testing also verified the capabilities of Aurora Networks' AUROS[TM] software platform, which enables the company's PON solutions to integrate seamlessly with a cable company's OSS as well as its service provisioning and billing infrastructure. AUROS allows the same infrastructure that supports a cable operator's DOCSIS([R]) plant to support a GEPON network, enabling a Node PON OLT module to be provisioned, configured and monitored much like a typical cable modem termination system (CMTS).

"A cable operator doesn't need to reinvent the wheel every time when it comes to provisioning OSS. With AUROS, the same infrastructure that supports the DOCSIS([R]) plant can also support a new GEPON network," said John Dahlquist, vice president of marketing, Aurora Networks. "The successful test of our Node PON system with Sigma Systems' DOCSIS([R]) provisioning solution shows that this type of solution is real and is available today to cable operators."

The Sigma Systems Device Provisioning Manager automates provisioning and activation of DOCSIS([R]), SIP and FTTx devices, which enables operators to more easily manage their service offerings, and cost-effectively scale as their subscriber base grows. The Device Provisioning Manager allows operators to auto-configure and provision both business and residential end-user devices.

Aurora Networks' Node PON technology allows cable operators to cost-effectively evolve their networks and expand bandwidth capacity in an effort to battle other communications providers delivering similar services. The company's Node PON module can be included in the configuration of an optical node for one of several architectures, including HFC, Fiber Deep and RFPON.

About Aurora Networks

Aurora Networks is evolving cable by focusing on innovative solutions that build future-proof networks to accommodate the cable subscriber services of today and tomorrow. Aurora Networks is the only pure-play optical transport solution provider that is focused solely on cable MSOs. Using its proven understanding of cable networks, Aurora Networks delivers unique solutions - such as its Fiber Deep architecture and digital return technology - to address specific issues of the cable industry. A technology leader driven by innovation and industry-firsts, Aurora Networks enables leading MSOs across the globe to compete with a cost-effective, optimized launch pad for next-generation cable services. To learn more about Aurora Networks' core cable solutions, please call 408-235-7000 or visit www.aurora.com.

About Sigma Systems

Sigma Systems is the proven global leader in delivering advanced IP service fulfillment solutions. Sigma's powerful solutions enable the world's Next-Generation Operators (NGOs) to Deliver a Rich Consumer Experience through communications and entertainment services--over any access technology to any device. The company's award-winning solutions include order management, provisioning and activation, and active mediation of residential and business VoIP, broadband, video, and triple-play and quad-play services. NGOs around the globe -- including Cox, YouSee, TELUS, Rogers and ZON Multimedia -- trust Sigma for service transformation and innovative solutions with market-leading expertise for the delivery of today's--and tomorrow's--new services. For more information about Sigma, visit http://www.sigma-systems.com.

Aurora, Aurora Networks and the Aurora logo are registered trademarks and Node PON and AUROS are trademarks of Aurora Networks, Inc. in the United States and other countries. DOCSIS is a mark of Cable Television Laboratories, Inc. Other marks are the property of their respective owners and are used here only for identification purposes.