REDCOM recognizes Telecom Cook Islands for Softswitch Deployment

Honolulu, Hawaii, January 14, 2008:
During the annual PTC Conference, REDCOM Laboratories announced the first South Pacific deployment of its softswitch-based media gateway, the HDX. This follows REDCOM's long standing reputation as the supplier of the most reliable telecommunications solutions throughout the region. During a special REDCOM reception, an award was presented to Stu Davies of Telecom Cook Islands Ltd (TCI) in recognition of being the first to deploy the REDCOM HDX in the region.

The country of Cook Islands is a tropical paradise comprised of 15 islands spread across 2.2 million square kilometers of ocean in the middle of the South Pacific between Tonga and Tahiti. Telecom Cook Islands is recognized throughout the region as a leader in communications technology and services. TCI employs a REDCOM IGATE for international connectivity and REDCOM MDX stand-alone intelligent switches.

The REDCOM HDX with TRANSip® technology suite provides TCI with a migration path to integrated TDM and IP services. TCI stated that they selected the HDX because it has "all or most of the signaling protocols used in telecommunications in a single unit." They see the HDX as an ideal VoIP migration platform, noting scalability as an important benefit: "We buy only for the required purpose, but at the same time must be able to expand to our future needs."

With the HDX, Telecom Cook Islands gains a realistic migration path in a single platform. The HDX upgrades TCI's existing switching systems while offering migration to VoIP on an as-desired basis.

About REDCOM
Located in upstate New York, REDCOM is recognized as a global leader in the design and manufacture of highly reliable and interoperable telecommunications equipment. Since 1978, REDCOM has provided communications platforms for public exchange carriers, private networks, and government and defense agencies. As a leader in the global telecommunications market, REDCOM is introducing the next generation of integrated VoIP technology. REDCOM solutions are scalable, interoperable, and adaptable, designed to meet customers' specific needs.

About REDCOM HDX
REDCOM's High Density Exchange (HDX) with TRANSip is a powerful softswitch and SIP call manager that retains complete Class 4/5 capabilities in a single platform solution. HDX with TRANSip offers a low risk, flexible, and cost-effective transition to VoIP. With HDX you can start with as few as 100 IP subscribers. Operating as both a softswitch and a gateway, HDX delivers up to 1,000 IP subscribers per shelf. Its extensive TDM capabilities allow you to retain legacy equipment. HDX is a true drop-in replacement that facilitates easy migration to VoIP at the most opportune time for your business.

About Telecom Cook Islands
Telecom Cook Islands Ltd (TCI) is the sole provider of telecommunications in the Cook Islands, and is a member of both the Pacific Islands Telecommunications Association (PITA) and the Pacific Telecom Council (PTC). TCI is a private company owned by Telecom New Zealand Ltd (TNZ) and the Cook Islands Government. In operation since July 1991, TCI provides local, national and international telecommunications as well as internet access through their cutting edge network. Widely recognized as a leading service provider in the Pacific region, TCI sets the standard for the rollout of new telecommunications services.

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Telecom Cook Islands
P.O. Box 106, Avarua, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
Ph: +682 29 680
E-Mail: sales@telecom.co.ck
URL: www.telecom.co.ck