RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. -- Harris Stratex Networks, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSTX - News), the leading independent supplier of turnkey wireless transmission and network management solutions, today introduced NetBoss XT®, the latest, most innovative version of the company's pacesetting network management solution for broadband, wireless and converged networks.

NetBoss XT delivers a comprehensive network view, providing detailed information rapidly, so network operators can manage resources efficiently. Designed for easy deployment, it allows users to gather data quickly from multiple sources, including traditional telecommunications networks, radios, and other equipment. NetBoss XT is available in a wide range of configurations that can be combined with other variants or with NetBoss Manage.IT(TM) to deliver flexible, reliable and cost-efficient network management.

NetBoss XT and its products are role-based allowing customers to easily implement flexible, scalable OSS solutions. Built with Java J2SE object-oriented technology and compatible with both Microsoft Windows® and Solaris(TM), NetBoss XT's tiered, standards-based architecture is designed for rapid implementation across a distributed network and enables load-sharing across multiple operating systems and platforms. It features textual and explorer presentations, along with standard and custom external interfaces in an embedded network and object model. The architecture, along with published APIs, also simplifies integration with third-party applications such as inventory and trouble ticketing. In addition, a console control panel provides easy access to documentation and to applications. The entire system features a consistent look and feel across all applications.

"NetBoss XT builds on the 20-years of NetBoss' success in providing a complete, standards-based management solution for network operators," said Pat Murtha, vice president and general manager of network operations for the NetBoss® business unit of Harris Stratex Networks. "The new NetBoss XT suite will dramatically reduce operational costs while providing a versatile, state-of-the-art resource management solution. NetBoss XT, coupled with the industry's most experienced and dedicated team of management and software specialists, will help us better serve telecom, IT, government, defense, intelligent transportation, utilities and other industries. Our experience in developing industry-leading systems and servicing large networks in every global region makes us uniquely qualified to deliver the optimal solution for any customer requirement."

Harris Stratex Networks Inc. (Nasdaq: HSTX)