Trapeze Networks, Nortel Partner On WLAN Solutions

Pleasanton, CA -- Trapeze Networks, provider of the enterprise wireless LAN (WLAN) Mobility System, today announced that it has formed a long-term alliance and development relationship with Nortel.

Trapeze and Nortel will work together to deliver an integrated WLAN portfolio optimized for voice, multimedia, and data applications as part of a shared vision for enterprise mobility. This alliance is focused on three areas: bringing an OEM version of Trapeze's WLAN portfolio to market through Nortel's worldwide channels, co-developing new WLAN features to deliver pervasive mobility, and embedding Trapeze's technology into Nortel communications platforms to deliver a seamless wired and wireless network.

"Trapeze's vision of pervasive mobility is 100% aligned with Nortel's future plans and we are excited to be working together to bring new mobility solutions to market," Atul Bhatnagar, VP and general manager, Enterprise Data Networks, at Nortel, said. "Trapeze's scalable architecture, strong support for voice and multimedia, sophisticated RingMaster lifecycle management tool suite, and the robustness and portability of its Mobility System Software were the drivers in making this relationship a reality."

"Nortel is a leader in wireless with a major presence in the enterprise," said Jim Vogt, president and CEO of Trapeze Networks. "This alliance gives customers a complete and compelling product portfolio as well as essential service and support capabilities worldwide."

Source: Trapeze Networks