PANDUIT Verifies Live 10GBASE-T Traffic Over 100 Meters TX6(TM) 10Gig(TM) UTP Copper Cabling System

25 meter 4 connector Category 6A channels," stated Ben Charny, Director of Validation at Solarflare Communications. "We have full confidence that the PANDUIT Category 6A cabling system will interface well with our 10GBASE-T transceivers. We are the first company to show 10GBASE-T products that reach 100 meters on Category 6A cabling and are currently sampling 10Xpress to customers."

BSRIA, a technical market research company in the UK, estimates that 9% of all structure cabling outlets sold globally in 2006 will be 10GBASE-T compliant, increasing to 22% by 2010, driving a need for Category 6A cabling(1). "Now that real-world transceivers have been demonstrated together with Category 6A cabling, there is no longer any speculation about the viability of 10 Gigabit Ethernet over copper," emphasized Steve Skiest, Business Development Manager at PANDUIT. "IT managers can be confident considering and implementing verified Category 6A cabling for new installations and build outs."

The TX6™ 10Gig™ Copper Cabling System includes jack modules, copper cable, patch cords, and patch panels that meet the demanding network requirements of today and tomorrow. Each component features innovative complementary design technologies that work together to suppress alien NEXT, while providing Class EA/Augmented Category 6 electrical performance beyond 500 MHz.

About PANDUIT:

PANDUIT is a leading, world-class developer and provider of innovative networking and electrical solutions. For more than 50 years, PANDUIT has engineered and manufactured end-to-end solutions that assist our customers in the deployment of the latest technologies. Our global expertise and strong industry relationships make PANDUIT a valuable and trusted partner dedicated to delivering technology-driven solutions and unmatched service. Through our commitment to innovation, quality and service, PANDUIT creates competitive advantages to earn customer preference. (www.panduit.com)

* Solarflare and 10Xpress are trademarks of Solarflare Communications, Inc. (1) "10G Ethernet over copper and fibre," Report 19474/3, June 2006. BISRIA Limited. www.bsria.co.uk

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