Xtera
Venture Round in 2003
Xtera Communications, Inc. was a provider of optical transport solutions, specializing in Raman amplification-enabled systems for terrestrial and submarine networks. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Allen, Texas, the company catered to telecommunications service providers, content service providers, enterprises, and government entities globally. Xtera offered a range of products and services, including un-repeatered and repeatered optical systems, designed to enhance network reach and capacity. Its solutions were tailored to meet individual customer needs, encompassing full turnkey systems, open architecture designs, and specific product supply. Despite its previous success in expanding its customer base and product portfolio, Xtera faced financial difficulties that led to its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing in November 2016, which was later converted to Chapter 7 liquidation in February 2017.
Alacritech
Series C in 2002
Alacritech, established in 1997 by industry veteran Larry Boucher, specializes in enhancing enterprise storage networks. The company offers solutions that significantly boost the performance of existing network storage infrastructure without requiring replacement of investments made in NFS-based systems. Alacritech's core product is an NFS acceleration appliance built on its proprietary Dynamic TCP Offload technology, which reduces processing load on CPUs by offloading tasks to hardware on network interface cards (NICs). This approach extends the life of existing storage frameworks and minimizes disk drive waste due to over-provisioning. Alacritech's solutions are backed by a portfolio of 54 patents in network acceleration.
Catena Networks
Series D in 2002
Catena Networks develops broadband access systems that enable service providers to deploy voice, data, and video services. The company's products include The CNX-5 Broadband DSL System, a card-for-card upgrade solution for Lucent SLC-5 Digital Loop Carriers and The CN1000 Broadband Loop Carrier that enables service providers to deploy integrated plain old telephone service (POTS) and digital subscriber line (DSL) services and deliver voice, data and video services over copper and fiber infrastructures. It caters to local exchange carriers, postal telephone and telegraph operators, and other service providers. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in California, US with an additional office in Morrisville, North Carolina.
BeamReach Networks
Series B in 2002
BeamReach Networks a developer of broadband wireless technology.
Fast-Chip
Series B in 2001
Fast-Chip, Inc. provides component level solutions for network original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). The company markets, designs, and sells high performance network coprocessors. The company’s patented technologies include packet classification algorithms, database management and arithmetic memory design. Fast-Chip, Inc. founded in 1998 and is based in Los Altos, California.
Triscend
Venture Round in 2001
Triscend Corporation specializes in the design and development of configurable system-on-chip (CSoC) devices and microcontrollers. These innovative products integrate a dedicated microprocessor, programmable logic, a system bus, and memory into a single chip, significantly enhancing system integration and programmability. Triscend's offerings enable users to build embedded systems tailored for communication, consumer, and industrial applications. The company also provides the FastChip Software Development System, allowing developers to efficiently create and deploy solutions that exceed the capabilities of traditional field programmable gate arrays and application-specific standard products. Triscend markets its products directly and through various distribution partners in key regions, including the United States, Japan, and Europe.
Xtera Communications, Inc. was a provider of optical transport solutions, specializing in Raman amplification-enabled systems for terrestrial and submarine networks. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Allen, Texas, the company catered to telecommunications service providers, content service providers, enterprises, and government entities globally. Xtera offered a range of products and services, including un-repeatered and repeatered optical systems, designed to enhance network reach and capacity. Its solutions were tailored to meet individual customer needs, encompassing full turnkey systems, open architecture designs, and specific product supply. Despite its previous success in expanding its customer base and product portfolio, Xtera faced financial difficulties that led to its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing in November 2016, which was later converted to Chapter 7 liquidation in February 2017.
Telera
Venture Round in 2001
Provider of a software platform for advanced voice applications. The company's flagship Voice Web Application Platform enables both wireline and wireless service providers to deliver advanced, business-centric voice applications. By leveraging new technologies like Voice XML customer service, commerce transaction, and self-service applications provide a more personalized and interactive caller experience, and ensure that mobile corporate users have equal access to time-critical business and customer information.
Brecis Communications
Series B in 2001
Brecis Communications is a communications company that specializes in advanced broadband multi-service network processor architectures. The company provides multiservice processors designed to assist enterprises and small businesses in implementing managed security and enhanced broadband services. Brecis develops embedded solutions for a range of applications, including security appliances, broadband routers, multiservice access devices, integrated access devices, and VoIP gateways. Their offerings include both silicon and software platforms that encompass voice processing, security, and packet processing capabilities, enabling efficient and secure communication solutions for various industries.
Catena Networks
Series C in 2000
Catena Networks develops broadband access systems that enable service providers to deploy voice, data, and video services. The company's products include The CNX-5 Broadband DSL System, a card-for-card upgrade solution for Lucent SLC-5 Digital Loop Carriers and The CN1000 Broadband Loop Carrier that enables service providers to deploy integrated plain old telephone service (POTS) and digital subscriber line (DSL) services and deliver voice, data and video services over copper and fiber infrastructures. It caters to local exchange carriers, postal telephone and telegraph operators, and other service providers. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in California, US with an additional office in Morrisville, North Carolina.
KnowledgeNet
Series D in 2000
KnowledgeNet specializes in providing e-learning solutions tailored for the information technology training sector. Founded in 1998 and based in Scottsdale, Arizona, the company offers a comprehensive suite of both synchronous and asynchronous content delivery options, which are customized to accommodate various individual learning styles. Its clientele includes prominent blue-chip companies and institutions, reflecting its commitment to quality and relevance in the industry. KnowledgeNet was later acquired by Thomson NETg Inc. In 2005, it was rebranded as The Live Learning Company and relocated to Chandler, Arizona, continuing to operate within the software industry and compete with similar companies in the e-learning space.
Agility Communications
Series B in 2000
Agility Communications, Inc. provides laser solutions for the optical network. The company focuses on offering tunable transponder and tunable laser solutions for carriers and system providers. It offers tunable transmitter and transponder products. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in Santa Barbara, California. As of November 30, 2005, Agility Communications, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of JDS Uniphase Corp.
Lightchip
Venture Round in 2000
Lightchip Inc is a provider of system solutions for optical transport and management.
Ceon Corporation specializes in providing software solutions for communication service providers (CSPs). Founded in 1982 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, Ceon offers products such as Product Control Center, Intelligent Order Manager, Intelligent Activation Server, Adapter Library, and various Service Modules. These products enable CSPs to manage product offerings, handle orders, activate services, develop connectivity adapters, and more. Additionally, Ceon provides services including business analysis, system design, program management, installation support, and post-deployment maintenance. As of 2008, Ceon operates as a subsidiary of Convergys Corporation.
AccessLan Communications
Venture Round in 2000
AccessLan, the Silicon Valley pioneer of PacketLoop, is a leading provider of business-focused and carrier-class access equipment for Integrated Communications Providers (ICPs). PacketLoop delivers the next generation of packet-based, local loop solutions, providing variable rate, multi-service intelligent infrastructure with Internet Scaling Architecture (ISA) enabling the industry’s first Quality-of-Service (QoS) for Internet Protocol (IP) management. It is ideally suited to delivery of packet-based services including: Voice-over-DSL (VoDSL), Internet access; Frame Relay; Virtual Private Network (VPN) and application hosting such as, streaming content and differentiated access services.
Mahi Networks
Venture Round in 2000
Mahi Networks is a provider of optical transport, switching, and aggregation solutions for multiple system operators and cable wireline carriers globally. Based in Piscataway, New Jersey, the company focuses on enabling service providers to transition to a simpler and more cost-effective networking infrastructure. Mahi Networks' flagship product, the Mahi Mi7, is a robust 320 Gbit multi-service switching system, complemented by the Vx7 Multi-Service Core Transport System, which features ROADM capabilities. To address the growing demand for IP and SAN services, Mahi has developed a 10-port Multi-Service ADM Transponder supporting a range of client interfaces, as well as a 10G Multi-Service Transponder for high-speed applications. Founded in 1999, Mahi Networks has established itself as a key player in optical networking equipment before being acquired by Meriton Networks, Inc.
Westwave Communications
Series C in 2000
Westwave Communications is a supplier of telecommunications network control and signaling agents.
VINA Technologies
Series D in 2000
VINA Technologies was formed to develop, manufacture, market and service equipment for small and medium-sized businesses to connect to high-speed networks.
Commercial Internet access is one of the most exciting growth areas in the economy today. VINA Technologies is poised to reap the benefits of that growth and pass them on to businesses, phone companies and Internet service providers.
For businesses, faster Internet access is becoming more and more important. For phone companies and the guardians of the Internet, the explosive growth of the last few years has put increasing pressure on aging voice networks. Strategically placed in between the two is VINA Technologies.
KnowledgeNet
Series C in 2000
KnowledgeNet specializes in providing e-learning solutions tailored for the information technology training sector. Founded in 1998 and based in Scottsdale, Arizona, the company offers a comprehensive suite of both synchronous and asynchronous content delivery options, which are customized to accommodate various individual learning styles. Its clientele includes prominent blue-chip companies and institutions, reflecting its commitment to quality and relevance in the industry. KnowledgeNet was later acquired by Thomson NETg Inc. In 2005, it was rebranded as The Live Learning Company and relocated to Chandler, Arizona, continuing to operate within the software industry and compete with similar companies in the e-learning space.
Saba Software
Venture Round in 1999
Saba Software, Inc. specializes in cloud-based intelligent talent management solutions designed to assist organizations in hiring, developing, engaging, and inspiring their workforce. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Dublin, California, the company offers an array of applications that include recruiting, enterprise learning, performance management, and succession planning. These applications leverage machine learning to provide personalized recommendations and real-time feedback, enabling organizations to enhance employee experiences and drive growth. With a diverse customer base spanning various sectors, including financial services, healthcare, and manufacturing, Saba supports over 2,200 clients and 31 million users across 195 countries. The company's solutions facilitate continuous learning and engagement, helping organizations adapt to the evolving landscape of work while fostering innovation and productivity. As of October 2020, Saba operates as a subsidiary of BestatDigital.
Ceon Corporation specializes in providing software solutions for communication service providers (CSPs). Founded in 1982 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, Ceon offers products such as Product Control Center, Intelligent Order Manager, Intelligent Activation Server, Adapter Library, and various Service Modules. These products enable CSPs to manage product offerings, handle orders, activate services, develop connectivity adapters, and more. Additionally, Ceon provides services including business analysis, system design, program management, installation support, and post-deployment maintenance. As of 2008, Ceon operates as a subsidiary of Convergys Corporation.
Mayan Networks
Series C in 1999
Mayan Networks is developing products that merge the traditional world of copper and SONET TDM transport with IP data communications.
VINA Technologies
Series C in 1998
VINA Technologies was formed to develop, manufacture, market and service equipment for small and medium-sized businesses to connect to high-speed networks.
Commercial Internet access is one of the most exciting growth areas in the economy today. VINA Technologies is poised to reap the benefits of that growth and pass them on to businesses, phone companies and Internet service providers.
For businesses, faster Internet access is becoming more and more important. For phone companies and the guardians of the Internet, the explosive growth of the last few years has put increasing pressure on aging voice networks. Strategically placed in between the two is VINA Technologies.
I-Cube, Inc. develops integrated circuits for digital switching applications. It offers digital crosspoint switch integrated circuits for telecom products, such as optical network (SONET/SDH) equipment, wide area network multi-service switching systems, and integrated access devices. The company also offers products for test equipment, broadcast video servers, and other switching systems.