Crossroads Systems Adds Intelligence to Enterprise-Class Tape Libraries and JBOD Systems; Crossroads Announces Availability of NearEdge 924e and 924p Storage Controllers.

AUSTIN, Texas -- Crossroads Systems, Inc. (PINK SHEETS: CRDS), a leading provider of Business Information Assurance (BIA) solutions for guaranteed security, resiliency and high-performance access of enterprise information, today announced general availability of its new NearEdge(TM) storage controller solutions. The NearEdge 924e and 924p storage controllers expand Crossroads' leading heritage in SAN storage connectivity while bringing to market new products that are an integral component of Crossroads' BIA solutions.

With the release of the NearEdge 924e and 924p storage controllers, Crossroads offers storage network appliances that provide intelligent networking functionality for storage devices. End-users benefit most from these new solutions, as they deliver best-of-class performance, enhance enterprise security and increase return-on-investment (ROI) by managing storage assets more efficiently and effectively.

NearEdge 924e Storage Controller

The 924e storage controller enables Fibre-Channel (FC) storage resources to become SAN network-aware by enhancing the security, scalability and sharing of storage devices:

--Enhanced Security - Storage devices can be dynamically allocated to host systems at the lowest element level. This guarantees that only hosts with appropriate authorization can see the storage device and access the data.

--Optional Library Partitioning - Through a simple upgrade, all the functionality of the 924p Storage Controller can be added, bringing complete library security and enhanced usability.

--Enhanced Management - Status information and management settings are accessed using an intuitive Crossroads Visual Manager (CVM) "point and click" user interface. Storage can be managed as an integrated system rather than a collection of stand alone devices.

--Enhanced Performance - Tape device latency can be removed and data path write performance can be improved using configurable, buffered tape writes. Slow application responses are eliminated with inquiry caching.

--Port Aggregation - Up to five target devices can be aggregated to one FC switch port, maximizing the use of the SAN environment.

NearEdge 924p Storage Controller

The 924p storage controller logically partitions tape library assets for multi-host usage so they can be securely shared across the enterprise. The 924p Storage Controller provides:

--Greater ROI - Tape libraries can be shared across multiple applications, providing better utilization of assets.

--Security - Library slots and import/export elements can be allocated for each partition therefore providing host access to only specified tape cartridges.

--Scalability - Library partitioning capability can be increased up to six partitions through optional library key upgrades.

--Slot Management - Slot usage within and across partitions can be balanced using intuitive Crossroads Visual Manager (CVM) user interface.

"Crossroads continues to bring innovative, advanced BIA technology solutions to market. The NearEdge 924p and 924e storage controllers are enhanced, intelligent appliances that provide integrated drop-in, network-aware functionality to storage resources," said Brian Bianchi, Vice-President of Engineering Development at Crossroads. "These latest storage connectivity products illustrate Crossroads' commitment to providing solutions that maximize the utilization, management and security of storage infrastructures."

For detailed information on the NearEdge family of products, visit: http://www.crossroads.com/Products/NearEdge.asp

About Crossroads Systems, Inc.

With headquarters in Austin, Texas, Crossroads Systems is a leading provider of Business Information Assurance (BIA) solutions. Solutions from Crossroads serve the growing needs of data storage, business continuity, disaster recovery, information protection, risk management and business information assurance markets. Crossroads' offerings are designed to help companies store, manage and ensure the security, resiliency and access to critical enterprise information. Crossroads' products are embedded in solutions from companies such as EMC, HP, Quantum and SUN. Crossroads (CRDS.PK) is currently traded on the Over the Counter Bulletin Board (OTCBB) and is a member of several key industry associations, including the Storage Networking Industry Association (SNIA). For more information about Crossroads Systems, please visit www.crossroads.com or call 1-866-BUY-CRDS / 1.866.643.7148.

Forward-Looking Statements 

This release may include forward-looking statements. The words "believe," "expect," "intend," "plan," "project," "will" and similar phrases as they relate to Crossroads are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. These statements reflect the current views and assumptions of Crossroads and are subject to various risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from expectations.

(C) 2006 Crossroads Systems, Inc. Crossroads and Crossroads Systems are registered trademarks of Crossroads Systems, Inc. NearEdge is a registered trademarks of Crossroads Systems, Inc. All specifications are subject to change without notice.