SANTA CLARA, Calif. -- Cavium Networks, the cost and performance leader in security processing, and MosChip Semiconductor Technology, USA, a pioneer in semiconductor-based connectivity and networking solutions for the home and small office, announced today that the two companies have established a partnership to deliver comprehensive solutions for the VPN SOHO (small-office home-office) market. The agreement calls for joint licensing and marketing of VPN semiconductor products in order to leverage each other's strengths and bring to market optimized solutions for VPN security applications.

"Cavium has established an industry leadership position and brand in the security processing space," said Syed Ali, President and CEO of Cavium Networks. "This new partnership with MosChip will allow us to deliver to our customers an even broader set of solutions that will address the specific security needs of broadband access router and gateway applications."

"Customers in SOHO, SME markets have unique requirements for high-performance cost-effective solutions," said Ram Reddy, CEO of MosChip Semiconductor Technology, USA. Mr. Reddy continued with, "Our high integration products and cost-effective operations combined with Cavium's leadership position in the silicon-based VPN market, will help position both companies to deliver additional compelling solutions that address the VPN market's unique requirements."

Cavium Networks Inc.

MosChip Semiconductor Technology