Ceragon's IP-20 Platform Helps Vodafone Portugal Support Large Scale Public Events

Ceragon's IP-20 Platform Helps Vodafone Portugal Support Large Scale Public Events

Ceragon's robust FibeAir IP-20C short haul solution was selected to backhaul high volume traffic from 3G/4G cells

PARAMUS, New Jersey, February 17, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

    Ceragon Networks Ltd.
[http://www.ceragon.com/?utm_source=mcel_pr&utm_medium=pr&utm_campaign=mcel ], (NASDAQ:
CRNT), the #1 wireless backhaul specialist, today announced that its short haul wireless
solution was selected by Vodafone Portugal to support a unique project meant to provide
coverage for Portugal's large scale public events. The Ceragon solution will deliver up to
1Gbps radio capacity using innovative wireless short haul technology to back haul traffic
coming from the 3G/4G cells that serve all local event attendees. Ceragon's FibeAir IP-20C
[http://www.ceragon.com/products-ceragon/packet-hybrid-microwave/fibeair-ip-20-platform/fibeair-ip-20c ]
is the solution of choice that successfully passed all stress tests
performed both in Vodafone's labs and during trials in Vodafone's live network.

    "After testing the Ceragon FibeAir IP-20C solution both in the Vodafone labs and live
network, Vodafone Portugal was very impressed by its high capabilities and robustness,"
said Moises Cruz, transmission and core integration manager
[http://www.yatedo.com/s/jobtitle%3A%28Transmission+%26+Core+Integration+Manager%29 ] of
Vodafone Portugal. "Moreover, being an all outdoor platform, we were very pleased with the
simplicity of the installation and commissioning, as it allows Vodafone operations to
reduce set up time and relevant costs."

    A revolutionary all outdoor multi-core solution, the IP-20C delivers gigabit capacity
over narrow channels. The Ceragon wireless solutions deliver a number of value added
benefits including: high-capacity over both short and long distances, best
power-consumption per transported bit and robust radio technology for high availability
and reliability. All these factors translate into a lower total cost of ownership (TCO)
for Ceragon customers around the globe.

    "We are happy to be selected by Vodafone Portugal and to be able to showcase the
performance of our IP-20 platform in critical real-world conditions via this project,"
said Ira Palti, president and CEO of Ceragon. "Our FibeAir IP-20C solution is the only
system today capable of delivering multi gigabit capacities over a single licensed
frequency channel. As such, FibeAir IP-20C provides the flexibility that mobile carriers
need in order to meet diverse deployment scenarios in both urban and rural settings."

    About Ceragon Networks Ltd.

    Ceragon Networks Ltd. [http://www.ceragon.com ] (NASDAQ: CRNT) is the #1 wireless
backhaul specialist. We provide innovative, flexible and cost-effective wireless backhaul
and fronthaul solutions that enable mobile operators and other wired/wireless service
providers to deliver 2G/3G, 4G/LTE and other broadband services to their subscribers.
Ceragon's high-capacity, solutions use microwave technology to transfer voice and data
traffic while maximizing bandwidth efficiency, to deliver more capacity over longer
distances under any deployment scenario. Based on our extensive global experience, Ceragon
delivers turnkey solutions that support service provider profitability at every stage of
the network lifecycle enabling faster time to revenue, cost-effective operation and simple
migration to all-IP networks. As the demand for data pushes the need for ever-increasing
capacity, Ceragon is committed to serve the market with unmatched technology and
innovation, ensuring effective solutions for the evolving needs of the marketplace. Our
solutions are deployed by more than 430 service providers in over 130 countries.

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cause actual results to differ materially, including risks associated with increased
working capital needs, the risk that sales of Ceragon's new IP-20 products will not meet
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export controls and recent economic concerns, the risks relating to the concentration of
our business in developing nations, the risk of significant expenses in connection with
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