Teleplaza Selects Calix to Bring Advanced Broadband Services to ...

Teleplaza Selects Calix to Bring Advanced Broadband Services to Dutch MDUsInitial fibre access deployment targets include student housing and senior citizen care facilitiesAMSTERDAM – September 4, 2013 – Calix, Inc. (NYSE: CALX) announced today that Dutch serviceprovider Teleplaza has chosen the Calix E7-2 and E7-20 Ethernet Service Access Platforms (ESAPs) todeliver advanced broadband services to multi-dwelling units (MDUs) in the city of Tilburg. New studenthousing and care accommodation for the elderly are among the first projects that will benefit fromTeleplaza’s new Managed Solutions, which are enabled by a mix of gigabit passive optical network(GPON) and point-to-point gigabit Ethernet (GE) technology. The Calix optical network terminals(ONTs) will be deployed to assist in bringing voice, video, wireless, and high-speed data services to theMDU residents.Students and the elderly residents living in MDUs throughout Tilburg will have access to a variety ofadvanced broadband services using Teleplaza’s fibre-enabled networks. Teleplaza’s Managed Solutionswill provide in-building networks that provide video surveillance and building security systems, doorentry and IP intercom systems, as well as smart metering and home automation, in addition to theability to provide networked TV reception from communal satellite dishes for all residents. In addition,for elderly care facilities in the city, Teleplaza’s solutions will provide residents with access to on-call,high quality video medical services and emergency alert buttons in each unit. With support for bothdigital and analog video services, Wi-Fi, and a host of other services, Calix ONTs can easily support aunique and tailored subscriber experience that reflects the unique needs of these specializedaccommodations.“Using Calix fibre access solutions enables us to provide the best digital services to a wide range ofusers who utilize many applications from the high-bandwidth demands in student accommodation tothe specific needs of the elderly,” said Robert Hesselman, managing director of Teleplaza. “We choseCalix because we believe the E-Series platforms are the most versatile on the market and enable us toachieve our goal of offering a wide range of services and applications over one fibre, including bothanalog and digital signals and wireless connectivity.”Working with European network integrator Arcadiz networks, Teleplaza, selected the Calix E-Seriesplatforms as the foundation for its Managed Solution networking architecture for MDU environments,deploying the E7-2 for lower density environments and the E7-20 where customer numbers are of ahigher density. The E-Series platforms provide a flexible solution, allowing any mix of GPON and pointto-pointGE services, along with all necessary transport capabilities. Key to Teleplaza’s business modelis the scalability of the E-Series for both point-to-point GE and GPON, giving them the ability to launchwith a modest initial investment and growing incrementally as demand for services within the buildingsrises.“Teleplaza was able to make use of the modular and scalable nature of the E-Series and its pay-as-yougrowarchitecture,” said Gaby Lips, managing director at Arcadiz networks. “This, along with the easeof management of the network for Teleplaza, has helped to keep both capital and operatingexpenditure low. In addition, the Calix solution is a single platform that can handle multiple

Calix Press Release Page 2environments giving the flexibility that allows Teleplaza to quickly grow the network as its customernumbers and services increase.”Teleplaza is a full service operator specializing in the design, implementation, and operation of fiber-tothe-home(FTTH) networks and the delivery of a large portfolio of digital services to subscribers. Thecompany specializes in new build projects and refurbishment of apartment blocks. By replacing copperwith fibre, Teleplaza is bringing the most advanced network technologies to each residential unit withintheir buildings, together with a centralized network that can be used for building management services.“Teleplaza has created an excellent business model for high-density residential and commerciallocations, combining individual connectivity for each living unit with the business needs of the buildingmanagement,” said Andy Lockhart, senior vice president of international sales and marketing at Calix.“The Teleplaza model serves as a great example for many environments across the world and areminder of the flexibility of the Calix Unified Access portfolio. We are excited that Teleplaza and ourCalix Channel Partner Arcadiz are bringing some of the most advanced fibre access technologies in theworld to the MDUs of Tilburg.”About CalixCalix (NYSE: CALX) is a global leader in access innovation. Its Unified Access portfolio of broadbandcommunications access systems and software enables communications service providers worldwide totransform their networks and become the broadband provider of choice to their subscribers. For moreinformation, visit the Calix website at www.calix.com.This press release may contain forward-looking statements that are based upon management's currentexpectations and are inherently uncertain. Forward-looking statements are based upon informationavailable to us as of the date of this release, and we assume no obligation to revise or update any suchforward-looking statement to reflect any event or circumstance after the date of this release, except asrequired by law. Actual results and the timing of events could differ materially from current expectationsbased on risks and uncertainties affecting the Company's business. The reader is cautioned not tounduly rely on the forward-looking statements contained in this press release. Additional information onpotential factors that could affect Calix's results and other risks and uncertainties are detailed in itsreport on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended June 29, 2013, filed with the SEC on August 6, 2013,available at http://www.sec.gov.About Arcadiz Telecom-Arcadiz networksArcadiz Telecom is a leading provider of premium made-to-measure solutions for business criticalnetwork connectivity. Building on 20+ years of telecom, connectivity and networking experience,Arcadiz Telecom designs, builds, implements and services advanced networking and connectivitysolutions for customers in demanding and diverse businesses like service providers, banking, healthcareproviders, government institutions and utilities.Arcadiz Telecom's advanced technology focus and dedicated service orientation deliver networking and

Calix Press Release Page 3connectivity solutions to help enable customers' growth and efficiency. Arcadiz Telecom's technologyexpertise encompasses.: DWDM, Passive Optical Networks, Active Ethernet, DSL, Carrier Ethernet,Data Centre Connectivity, synchronous mirroring, business continuity, encryption, amongst others.Arcadiz Telecom has offices in Leuven (Belgium) and Utrecht (The Netherlands). In The Netherlandsthe company operates under the Arcadiz networks brand. For more information about ArcadizTelecom, please visit www.arcadiz.com.Press Inquiries (Americas):Neila Matheny+1 707 766 3512Neila.matheny@calix.comPress Inquiries (International):Brian DolbyProactive PR+44 (0)7899 914168brian.dolby@proactive-pr.comSheila LashfordProactive PR+44 (0) 7986 514240sheila.lashford@proactive-pr.com