SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA, December 22, 2006 - Xelerated, the price/performance leader in network processing, today announced that its XeleratorTM X11 network processor has been selected by Huawei Technologies for the next-generation packet‑based multi-service products for Metro networks.
"Huawei selected the Xelerated X11 network processor (NPU) because the Xelerated NPU is an integration of high performance, programmability and low cost, best suited for packet‑based multi-service products," said Chen Junhua, president of the data‑communication product line, Huawei.
The X11 NPU will be deployed in the next‑generation packet‑based product family to meet the key requirements from multiple global operators. "We are very pleased to have been chosen by Huawei on this vital, high-volume platform, and believe that our X11 NPU and future‑generation products will provide Huawei with the flexibility to meet the changing demands of operators around the world," said Bill Franciscovich, Xelerated's VP of Sales.
The X11's unique, highly focused data‑flow architecture provides guaranteed line-rate performance with programmable feature flexibility to track changing standards and the different requirements of multiple geographies.
About Xelerated
Xelerated's award-winning products target mission-critical network equipment for the enterprise and Metro Ethernet markets. Privately held, Xelerated has received funding from investors including Accel Partners, Alta Partners, Amadeus Capital Partners, Atlas Venture and Startupfactory. The company has the following offices: Santa Clara, California; Tel Aviv, Israel; Stockholm, Sweden.
Xelerated is recognized as being the only network‑processor vendor to have combined the efficiency of an ASIC with the programmability of traditional network processors. This unprecedented combination of speed and programmability enables network‑equipment vendors to build carrier-class systems at a competitive price point. Deterministic line-rate performance is guaranteed, regardless of packet size, traffic pattern or number of instructions used per packet. Together with a complete set of supporting products such as an industry‑leading Metro Ethernet application, reference design platforms and a comprehensive set of software tools, this has resulted in Xelerated's network processors being incorporated as vital components in network equipment around the world.
About Huawei Technologies
Huawei Technologies is a leader in providing next‑generation telecommunications‑network solutions for operators around the world. The company is dedicated to providing innovative and customized products, services and solutions to create long-term value and potential growth for its customers. Huawei's products and solutions are deployed in over 100 countries and serve 28 of the world's top 50 operators, as well as over a billion users worldwide.
For further information, please visit www.huawei.com
Press Contact:
Bill Franciscovich, VP Sales, Xelerated
Phone: +1 831 594 7328