Airspan Prototypes With Hifn Silicon on WiMAX (802.16) Basestation Design

Airspan Prototypes With Hifn Silicon on WiMAX (802.16) Basestation Design

LOS GATOS, Calif., Dec. 6 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Network security and flow classification market leader Hifn(TM) (NASDAQ:HIFN) announced today that Airspan Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ:AIRN), has included the Hifn 7955 security processor in a fully upgradeable Wireless Broadband design for WiMAX basestations.

Wireless service providers and telecommunication equipment industries are rallying around WiMAX technology because of its tremendous cost advantages to provide last-mile connectivity to large parts of the world that are too expensive to serve with wired technologies.

"Airspan's choice of the Hifn 7955 was a direct consequence of our ambition to design the maximum flexibility and performance into our WiMAX Basestation products," commented Jeremy Rowe, VP of Airspan's UK-based Engineering team. "We were looking for a suitable encryption / security solution for IEEE 802.16-2004, that would also be able to support the evolving 802.16e standard -- and the Hifn 7955 part met our requirements."

"Residential customers and businesses of all sizes are adding wireless technology to their networks at an increasing rate with security as a must have feature," said Glenn Haley, product line manager at Hifn, Inc. "Utilizing Hifn's 7955 Airspan's WiMAX Basestations deliver secure wireless solutions with performance that meets or exceeds existing DSL and Cable rates."

The Hifn 7955 is an advanced security co-processor designed for T3/OC3, ROBO/SME networking applications like VPN broadband routers, wireless access points, VPN edge router/gateways, firewall/VPN appliances and other network and customer premise equipment.

The security engine in the 7955 accelerates a variety of IPsec and SSL/TLS protocols including DES, 3DES, AES (128, 192 and 256 bit with counter mode support), MD5, SHA-1, true random number generator and public key.

The Hifn 7955 security processor is ideal for wireless applications with the acceleration of the Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP) and AES Counter Mode encryption with CBC-MAC Protocol (CCMP), and its high-speed LZS(R) compression engines to increase packet throughput. TKIP, which solves the existing security problems within WEP for legacy equipment, was co-authored by Hifn's Chief Scientist and distinguished cryptographer, Dr. Douglas Whiting. TKIP is part of the Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) specification that enhances the security of 802.11. The 7955 is packaged in 144-pin TQPF. The power requirement is 1.5 V core and 3.3V I/O.

Airspan was supported by Wokingham based, Acal Semiconductors, a subsidiary of Acal Technology, a Pan-European value added distribution organisation. Working in partnership with both Airspan and Hifn, Acal Semiconductors provided the required support to ensure the project's success.

About Airspan Networks Limited

Airspan Networks provides wireless voice and data systems and solutions, including Voice Over IP (VoIP), to both licensed and unlicensed operators around the world in frequency bands between 700 MHz and 6 GHz, including both PCS and 3.5GHz international bands. Airspan has a strong product evolution roadmap that includes offerings compliant with the new 802.16-2004 standard, and with built-in 802.16e capability. Airspan is on the Board and a founder member of the WiMAX Forum. The Company has deployments with more than 200 operators in more than 70 countries. Airspan's systems are based on radio technology that delivers excellent area coverage, high security and resistance to fading. Airspan's systems can be deployed rapidly and cost effectively, providing an attractive alternative to traditional wired communications networks. Airspan also offers radio planning, network installation, integration, training and support services to facilitate the deployment and operation of its systems. Airspan is headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida with its main operations center in Uxbridge, United Kingdom. More information on Airspan can be found at http://www.airspan.com/ .

About Acal Semiconductors

Acal Semiconductors, of Wokingham, UK, are a subsidiary of Acal Technology, a Pan European value added distribution organisation, promoting complimentary leading semiconductor franchises.

Acal Semiconductors is capable of "designing in" and promoting the latest generation of products from the world's most innovative manufacturers. Acal Semiconductors are a division of Acal Technology Ltd. who in turn are part of the leading value-added organisation Acal Plc.

More information contact Acal Semiconductors, 3 The Business Centre, Molly Millars Lane, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG41 2EY. http://www.acalsemiconductors.com/ .

About Hifn

Hifn, of Los Gatos, California makes integrated circuits and software for network infrastructure developers. Hifn combines network processing, security, compression, content search and flow classification technology into solutions for complex packet management. Most of the major network equipment manufacturers use Hifn's patented technology to improve network packet processing.

Hifn was founded in 1996 and is traded on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange under the HIFN symbol. For more information, contact: Hifn, 750 University Avenue, Los Gatos, CA 95032. Phone: 408-399-3500. Fax: 408-399-3501. Web: http://www.hifn.com/ .

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENT NOTICE

"Safe Harbor" Statement under the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 regarding the Company's future financial performance. These forward-looking statements related to revenue growth, expense reduction, product development, potential impact of design wins, prospects for economic recovery, gross margins and operating margins are subject to the risks set forth below and actual results could vary. The specific risks include: dependency on a small number of customers, customer demand and customer ordering patterns. Orders from Hifn's customers may be below the company's current expectations. Additional risks include: risks associated with the success of Hifn's ongoing technology development efforts; Hifn's ability to successfully integrate new technology into products in a cost-effective manner; Hifn's ability to effectively control expenses; the timing of Hifn's new product introductions; intense competition in the network and storage equipment industries; and the significant uncertainty of market acceptance of Hifn's new products. These and other risks are detailed from time to time in Hifn's SEC reports. Hifn undertakes no duty to update these disclosures.

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Source: Hifn, Inc.

CONTACT: Brian Sparks of Hifn, Inc., +1-408-399-3520, or
bsparks@hifn.com

Web site: http://www.acalsemiconductors.com/

Web site: http://www.airspan.com/

Web site: http://www.hifn.com/


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