Data Systems Marketing to Resell FoundryNetworks' Gigabit Ethernet Products.

SUNNYVALE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 3, 1997--Foundry Networks Inc., the leading provider of Gigabit Ethernet switching and routing products, and Data Systems Marketing Corp. (DSM), a leader in network communications and systems integration, today announced an agreement under which DSM will

"Many of our customers are experiencing a growing need for bandwidth. Gigabit Ethernet is a practical solution for many users who need capacity but don't want to incur the management and complexity issues associated with other high performance technologies such as ATM," said Jeff Archer, vice president of sales, Data Systems Marketing Corp.

"We made a very comprehensive evaluation of the Gigabit Ethernet market and were impressed with Foundry Networks' products and local representation," added Archer.

"DSM is a premier integrator with a very strong presence in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. We look forward to working with them to meet customers needs for high performance Ethernet switching and routing solutions that will enable wire-speed performance in current networks," stated Michael Malchow, director, eastern region, Foundry Networks.

Foundry Networks Inc. is a leading start up and pioneer in the Gigabit Ethernet market. The company manufactures, markets and distributes ultra high performance, next generation switching and routing solutions for corporate intranetworks. For more information about the company and its products, contact 888/TURBO-LAN or visit our web site at http://www.foundrynet.com .

DSM, a service oriented leader in network communications and systems integration, is a privately held corporation with operating offices throughout the mid-Atlantic region. To find out more information about DSM, visit their web site at http://www.dsmc.com .

CONTACT: Foundry Networks Inc.

Jenni Brumfield, 408/731-3824

jenni@foundrynet.com

or

Data Systems Marketing

Mark Smith, 301/390-8629

mark.smith@dsmc.com