TranSwitch Corporation Introduces TXC-OMNI: Breakthrough Silicon and Software Solution For Metropolitan Area Network Systems.Business Editors & High-Tech Writers SHELTON, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 22, 2002 TranSwitch Corporation (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on : TXCC TXCC Transwitch Corporation (stock symbol) ) Telecom Equipment Vendors Now Able to Dramatically Lower Development Costs TranSwitch Corporation (NASDAQ: TXCC), a leading developer and global supplier of innovative high-speed VLSI VLSI: see integrated circuit. (1) (Very Large Scale Integration) Between 100,000 and one million transistors on a chip. See SSI, MSI, LSI and ULSI. (2) (VLSI Technology, Inc., Tempe, AZ, www.semiconductors. semiconductor solutions, today announced TXC-OMNI(TM), a silicon and software solution that enables telecom equipment vendors to rapidly and cost effectively develop next generation ADMs (add drop multiplexers), DCSs (digital cross connects) and hybrid TDM (Time Division Multiplexing) A technology that transmits multiple signals simultaneously over a single transmission path. Each lower-speed signal is time sliced into one high-speed transmission. (time division multiplexing (communications) time division multiplexing - (TDM) A type of multiplexing where two or more channels of information are transmitted over the same link by allocating a different time interval ("slot" or "slice") for the transmission of each channel. I.e. )/data switching systems Switching systems (communications) The assemblies of switching and control devices provided so that any station in a communications system may be connected as desired with any other station. . TXC-OMNI is the only solution that provides in-service migration from wideband to broadband transport and from TDM to data switching for metropolitan area networks ("Metro"). This unprecedented level of flexibility will usher in Verb 1. usher in - be a precursor of; "The fall of the Berlin Wall ushered in the post-Cold War period" inaugurate, introduce commence, lead off, start, begin - set in motion, cause to start; "The U.S. a new generation of Metro Evolution equipment that improves service provider's profitability by dynamically adapting to customer demand. The TXC-OMNI solution, a core element in TranSwitch's Metro Evolution strategy, includes the TXC-OMNI SE (Switch Element), the TXC-OMNI TP (Transport Processor) and an advanced support package, including distributed API (Application Programming Interface), silicon firmware, diagnostic software, simulators and a fully functional TXC-OMNI reference system with reference designs. Specifically, the TXC-OMNI SE is a highly-integrated 12-port fully non-blocking time-space switch element that simultaneously supports TDM and data switching in native format. With an aggregate capacity of over 30 Gbps, on-board RISC processor RISC processor [Reduced Instruction Set Computer], computer arithmetic-logic unit that uses a minimal instruction set, emphasizing the instructions used most often and optimizing them for the fastest possible execution. , full support of multi-stage switch architectures and integrated SerDes (serializer / deserializer) link, the TXC-OMNI SE serves a multitude of next generation multi-service metro network applications. The TXC-OMNI SE provides switching granularity that includes VT1.5 (virtual tributary), TU-11/TU-12 (tributary unit), STS-1 (synchronous transport signal), and VC-3 (virtual container) without connectivity restrictions. With a scalable multi-stage architecture, equipment vendors can now develop metro switches of over 1 Tbps capacity. The TXC-OMNI TP is a highly-integrated add/drop multiplexer A device installed at an intermediate point on a transmission line that enables new signals to come in and existing signals to go out. In a typical example, most signals pass through the device, but some would be "dropped" by splitting them from the line. on a chip and is an ideal solution for equipment providers addressing the add/drop multiplexer/cross-connect market. The TXC-OMNI TP provides SONET/SDH framing, full SONET/SDH protection mechanisms, and high and low order pointer processing. The TXC-OMNI TP also provides programmable processing granularity from VT1.5 / TU11/12 up to STS-48c / AU4 - 16c levels in a single VLSI device. Finally, integrated backplane SerDes for both primary and secondary data paths eliminating external components while improving reliability of the system. Bundled with the TXC-OMNI SE and TXC-OMNI TP are comprehensive software and development tools. The software package includes a service-aware API that simplifies code development, thus, allowing engineers to focus on embedded application development instead of hardware register configuration. This software package also includes advanced tools consisting of a complete API simulator, system-level diagnostic software, compilers, assemblers, and debuggers, significantly reducing development time for OEMs. "The telecom industry is undergoing unprecedented change that will fundamentally affect customer needs along the entire supply chain. Gone are the days of rapid deployment of new technologies and revolutionary new network architectures. The new challenge for equipment suppliers is to reduce development costs while producing systems that foster network evolution," stated Paul DeBeasi, TranSwitch's Vice President of Marketing. "The new products we are announcing today provide highly flexible Metro Evolution silicon while dramatically reducing software development costs and time." The TXC-OMNI SE, a 624-lead PBGA PBGA Plastic Ball Grid Array , is sampling now with customers and the TXC-OMNI TP, a 1088-lead PBGA, is expected to sample fourth quarter 2002. In volume, the TXC-OMNI SE is priced at $ 1,100 per unit and the TXC-OMNI TP is priced at $ 1,350 per unit. About TranSwitch Corporation: TranSwitch Corporation, headquartered in Shelton, Connecticut, is a leading developer and global supplier of innovative high-speed VLSI semiconductor solutions - Connectivity Engines (TM)- to original equipment manufacturers who serve three end-markets: the Worldwide Public Network Infrastructure, the Internet Infrastructure, and corporate Wide Area Networks (WANs). Combining its in-depth understanding of applicable global communication standards and its world-class expertise in semiconductor design, TranSwitch Corporation implements communications standards in VLSI solutions which deliver high levels of performance. Committed to providing high-quality products and service, TranSwitch is ISO (1) See ISO speed. (2) (International Organization for Standardization, Geneva, Switzerland, www.iso.ch) An organization that sets international standards, founded in 1946. The U.S. member body is ANSI. 9001 registered. Detailed information on TranSwitch products, news announcements, seminars, service and support is available on TranSwitch's home page at the World Wide Web site - http://www.transwitch.com. Forward-looking statements, including statements regarding technology development and product availability, in this release are made pursuant to the safe harbor Safe Harbor 1. A legal provision to reduce or eliminate liability as long as good faith is demonstrated. 2. 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Investors are cautioned that all forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, including without limitation, risks in technology development and commercialization, risks in product development and market acceptance of and demand for the Company's products, risks associated with competition and competitive pricing pressures; risks of downturns in economic conditions generally, and in the telecommunications and data communications markets and the semiconductor industry specifically, risks associated with foreign sales and with high customer concentration, risks of dependence on third-party VLSI fabrication fabrication (fab´rikā´sh  n),n the construction or making of a restoration. facilities, intellectual property rights and litigation An action brought in court to enforce a particular right. The act or process of bringing a lawsuit in and of itself; a judicial contest; any dispute. When a person begins a civil lawsuit, the person enters into a process called litigation. , and other risks detailed in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. TranSwitch is a registered trademark of TranSwitch Corporation. TXC-OMNI is a trademark of TranSwitch Corporation. |
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