Toshiba to Distribute Polycom KIRK DECT Systems

IRVINE, Calif. --(Business Wire)-- Toshiba America Information Systems Inc., Telecommunication Systems Division (Toshiba www.telecom.toshiba.com) today announced the distribution of Polycom (News - Alert)® KIRK® digital enhanced cordless telecommunications (DECT) systems including KIRK wireless servers and KIRK wireless handsets to be sold through Toshiba's (News - Alert) nationwide network of Authorized Dealers. The Polycom KIRK solutions have been certified as interoperable with Toshiba's Strata® CIX™ family of IP business communication systems.

"Building upon our long-term relationship with Polycom for the distribution of SpectraLink® wireless telephones as well as Polycom SoundStation conference phones and SoundPoint IP desk phones, we are now distributing Polycom's highly integrated DECT communications solutions to our customers," said Brian Metherell (News - Alert), vice president and general manager, Toshiba America Information Systems Inc., Telecommunication Systems Division (TSD).

"This agreement gives our customers another advanced telephony product series from Polycom and continues to grow the comprehensive list of interoperable solutions available with the Toshiba Strata CIX VoIP platform," added Mark Carpenter, senior product manager, Toshiba America Information Systems Inc., Telecommunication Systems Division (TSD).

"We're delighted to see Polycom's entire line of voice communication solutions available to the large Toshiba customer base," said Jim Kruger (News - Alert), vice president of Marketing for Polycom Voice Communications Solutions. "Together, Toshiba and Polycom deliver highly reliable, feature-rich voice communication solutions that meet the needs of SMB and enterprise users in a variety of markets, including office, retail, hospitality, and healthcare." About the Polycom KIRK DECT Systems Now available from Toshiba's Authorized Dealer Network, the Polycom KIRK DECT systems are flexible and user friendly wireless solutions ideal for a wide range of businesses. Polycom's KIRK systems consist of wireless telephones that operate via KIRK DECT wireless server and base stations, ranging from small single cell products to multi-cell networked solutions. Polycom also offers a full range of KIRK wireless handsets that targets both carpeted environments and industrial facilities that need durable and ruggedized handsets. Organizations can choose a combination of handsets in the wireless DECT solution to meet the individual needs of every employee. Compatible with Toshiba's family of Strata CIX IP systems, the SIP-based KIRK DECT systems extend the features and functionality of Toshiba's Strata CIX system to wireless users.

Features and benefits include: Operation over wireless DECT technology, minimizing interference between base stations in proximity and any surrounding network infrastructure SIP line extension dialing and features, which allow the user to utilize the call handling capabilities of the Strata CIX Compact and lightweight design for easy mobility Up to 24 hours of wireless talk time and 200 hours standby time on specific models A range up to 5,000 feet via networked KIRK wireless servers and base stations. A single base station covers up to 900 feet In addition to Polycom KIRK DECT systems, Toshiba also distributes the following Polycom telephones, all of which are compatible with Toshiba's Strata CIX IP systems: Polycom SpectraLink 8000 Series Wi-Fi Telephones (Model Numbers 8002, 8020, 8030) Polycom SoundPoint® IP Desktop Phones (Model Series 300, 400, 500, and 600) Polycom SoundStation® IP Conference Telephones (Model Numbers 6000 and 7000) Expanded Service and Support Toshiba and Polycom have developed an extensive relationship to provide very responsive and comprehensive service and support to the Toshiba's Authorized Dealer Network that flows directly to the end user. Via their Dealer partners, end users are able to access the support and extensive knowledge base of both teams.

Pricing and Availability Retail prices of Strata CIX systems and Polycom telephones are provided by Authorized Toshiba Dealers who sell to end users. To find an Authorized Toshiba Dealer in your area, visit the Toshiba website at www.telecom.toshiba.com.

About Toshiba America Information Systems Inc. (TAIS) Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., TAIS is comprised of four business units: Digital Products Division, Imaging Systems (News - Alert) Division, Storage Device Division, and Telecommunication Systems Division. Together, these divisions provide mobile products and solutions, including industry-leading portable computers; imaging products for the security, medical and manufacturing markets; storage products for automotive, computer and consumer electronics applications; and telephony equipment and associated applications.

TAIS provides sales, marketing and services for its wide range of information products in the United States and Latin America. TAIS is an independent operating company owned by Toshiba America, Inc., a subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation. Toshiba Corporation is a world leader and innovator in high technology, a diversified manufacturer and marketer of advanced electronic and electrical products. These products span from information & communications systems; digital consumer products; electronic devices and components; as well as power systems including nuclear energy; industrial and social infrastructure systems; and home appliances. Toshiba was founded in 1875, and today operates a global network of more than 730 companies, with 199,000 employees worldwide and annual sales surpassing US $67 billion (FY 2008). For more information on Toshiba's leading innovations, visit the company's Web site at www.toshiba.com.

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