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Ixia Triples SSL Security Testing Performance

Ixload 3.20 Speeds Security Tests With A Higher Degree Of Customization

CALABASAS, Calif. – (February 6, 2007) – Ixia (Nasdaq: XXIA), a leading, global provider of IP performance test systems, announced today new SSL security testing capabilities in its IxLoad™ - Triple Play test solution that result in performance gains of more than 300 percent, and adds significant new features to the product. IxLoad now harnesses dedicated security processors on Ixia’s Encryption Load Module (ELM) to enable increases in SSL throughput and connection rates. Additional improvements include updated encryption algorithms to increase the range of encryption strengths that can be tested, and customizable security certificate selection for greater flexibility.

"Networks today are put under enormous performance pressures, as the complexity of services and applications increases concurrently with traffic load and scale," said Vince Vittore, a Yankee Group analyst. "Additionally, networks are being called upon to transmit increasingly sensitive information. The robustness and security of the networks and the equipment therein must be assured."

The new SSL security capabilities showcase the innovation that Ixia brings to testing by leveraging the strengths of its software and purpose-built hardware in tandem to create solutions that address the challenges of today’s networks. By enabling real-world tests and emulations, Ixia allows system vendors to better ensure the performance of their equipment when deployed in an actual network. IxLoad’s high performance SSL security features now tests the scalability and deployment of SSL security systems for Enterprises, Service Providers and Network Equipment Manufacturers faster and with a higher degree of customization.

"The importance of security is no secret in the world today, the stakes are incredibly high, and as networks and services grow in complexity and sophistication, so must the tools used to ensure their optimal performance," said Errol Ginsberg, Ixia CEO. "IxLoad is an extraordinarily sophisticated testing tool used to ensure the quality and reliability of the networks and equipment that have become so crucial to our world."

IxLoad is a highly scalable, integrated test solution for assessing the performance of Triple Play networks and devices. IxLoad emulates IPTV and Triple Play subscribers and associated protocols to ensure subscriber Quality of Experience (QoE). Protocols supported include video protocols like MPEG, IGMP, and RTSP; voice protocols like SIP and MGCP; and data protocols like HTTP, FTP, and SMTP. In addition, IxLoad can be used to test critical aspects of the infrastructure like DNS, DHCP, and AAA services, as well generate malicious traffic to test for security.

For more information about IxLoad and the new SSL security testing capabilities, please go to http://www.ixiacom.com/products/aptixia_ixload/

About Ixia

Ixia is a leading provider of performance test systems for IP-based infrastructure and services. Ixia's test systems are used by Network and Telephony Equipment Manufacturers, Semiconductor Manufacturers, Service Providers, Governments, and Enterprises to validate the functionality and reliability of complex IP networks, devices, and applications. Ixia's Triple Play test systems address the growing need to test voice, video, and data services and network capability under real-world conditions.

For more information, contact Ixia at 26601 W. Agoura Road, Calabasas, CA 91302; (818) 871-1800, Fax: (818) 871-1805; Email: info@ixiacom.com or visit our Web Site at http://www.ixiacom.com.

Ixia, the Ixia four petal logo and IxChariot are registered trademarks or trademarks of Ixia. Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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Editorial Contact: Cathi Lane, Director of Public Relations, Dir: 818-444-2983, clane@ixiacom.com
Investor Relations: Mike Attar, Senior Director of Investor Relations and Treasury, Dir: 818-444-2330, mattar@ixiacom.com
Editorial Contact: Jason Aiken, PR@vantage for Ixia, Dir: 415-984-1970 x.104, jaiken@pr-vantage.com

This material is for informational purposes only and subject to change without notice. It describes Ixia's present plans to develop and make available to its customers certain products, features and capabilities. Ixia is only obligated to provide those deliverables specifically included in a written agreement between Ixia and the customer.