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WirelessDevNet.com Press Release
Sierra Wireless Introduces Intelligent Modems Certified for the Verizon Wireless EV-DO Rev.
Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) today
announced that the AirLink PinPoint X and Raven X have been certified and are
commercially available for use on the Verizon Wireless Evolution-Data
Optimized, Revision A (EV-DO Rev. A) network. These robust, wireless devices
support the latest in high speed data and are backward compatible to existing
EV-DO Rev. 0 and 1x networks.
The first two installments of the AirLink X Platform, the Raven X and
PinPoint X, increase system processing power and expand the memory within an
enhanced and scalable architecture optimized for current and future 3G
wireless networks. AirLink X Platform wireless modems are always on, always
aware, and are powered by ALEOS(TM) technology, the longstanding industry
benchmark for reliable and feature-rich embedded intelligence. ALEOS enables
persistent network connectivity, as well as remote device management, using
best-in-class tools and utilities.
"The certification of the AirLink X Plaform products is an important
addition to our portfolio of supported data solutions," said Cindy Patterson,
vice president of enterprise data sales for Verizon Wireless. "This new
offering is the latest example of Verizon Wireless' industry leadership and
dedication to providing our customers with cutting edge enhancements for
enterprise applications."
AirLink X Platform customers will benefit from download speeds averaging
600 to 1.4 Mbps and upload speeds averaging 500 to 800 kbps. Verizon
Wireless'Rev A network currently reaches 135 million people in 156 major
metropolitan areas.
The Raven X is a robust communications and networking device designed to
deliver reliable connectivity for broadband wireless data and mission critical
applications. To expand its functionality and simplify deployments, the
Raven X is equipped with both Ethernet and serial interfaces. The combination
of an enhanced, robust processor, high-speed Ethernet and data session
persistence provided by ALEOS make the Raven X perfectly suited for commercial
wireless networking, e-commerce and business continuity applications.
Intrinsic safety for use in hazardous environments and compatibility with
numerous machine communications protocols make the Raven X equally suited for
a long list of remote industrial solutions, including utilities, automation
and infrastructure.
The PinPoint X is a compact, intelligent and fully-featured mobile
communications platform with multiple peripheral connections, including
serial, Ethernet and USB. Expanded I/O functionality in a separate connector
includes four digital inputs, four analog inputs and two relay outputs
unleashing extensive remote instrumentation possibilities. The PinPoint X is
compliant with environmental military standards for vibration, shock, drop,
high and low temperature and humidity. Its high-precision 16-channel GPS
receiver, coupled with the rich embedded intelligence provided by ALEOS
technology, makes PinPoint X the perfect choice for a broad set of mobile
enterprise, public safety, fleet management and AVL solutions.
"We are very excited about launching the X Platform products on Verizon's
EV-DO Rev. A network," said Andy Berman, senior vice president and general
manager, Mobile and M2M products for Sierra Wireless. "It will enable us to
enhance existing solutions and introduce new customers to the powerful
applications made possible by these highly intelligent devices coupled with
the latest in wireless broadband technology."
About Sierra Wireless
Sierra Wireless modems and software connect people all over the world
with mobile broadband networks that keep them in touch, informed, and
productive from wherever they need to be. The Company offers a diverse product
portfolio addressing enterprise, consumer, original equipment manufacturer,
machine-to-machine, and specialized vertical industry markets, and provides
professional services to customers requiring expertise in wireless design,
integration, and carrier certification. With 2006 revenues of $221 million,
Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) is headquartered in Richmond, British
Columbia, Canada with additional offices in Carlsbad and Hayward, California;
London; and Hong Kong. For more information about Sierra Wireless, visit
www.sierrawireless.com.
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