Vectris to Offer Intels Customer Premises Equipment

Intel® PRO/DSL 3100 Modem Enables Rapid DSL Rollout

AUSTIN, Texas - November 14, 2000 - Vectris Communications, a leading regional provider of Internet and data networking solutions, today announced that it will offer the Intel® PRO/DSL 3100 Modem for customers who want to use the plug-and-play" convenience of a USB port on their PCs when adding DSL service. The announcement builds on the Vectris best-of-breed network and systems supplier strategy and is a key component of the companys mission to provide unmatched customer service.

The Intel® PRO/DSL 3100 Modem gives our customers a cost-effective, reliable DSL Internet connection with speeds ranging from 384 kbps to 1.5 Mbps," said Nick Mistry, Director of Product Management and Development for Vectris. This solution is ideal for the Small Office/Home Office SOHO) customers that require high bandwidth services for fast delivery of emails, large file transfers, Web research and collaboration."

The Intel® PRO/DSL 3100 Modem with its USB port simplifies modem installation by eliminating the need to open the PC," said Susan Tauzer, Director of Marketing with Intels Broadband Access Operation. Vectris turnkey customer solutions include full installation, so the plug-and-play" operation of a USB-based modem means less time in the customers office or home. More installations per day enable Vectris to continue its rapid rollout schedule."

From an aggressive service rollout that began in April 2000, Vectris service is now available in 140 cities across nine states. The Vectris network will include over 165 secondary markets in Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, Missouri, Ohio, Oklahoma, Texas and Wisconsin by year-end 2000.

About Vectris
Vectris Communications is a leading regional provider of Internet and data networking solutions. The company uses Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) technology to bring the benefits of affordable, high-speed services to businesses in secondary markets throughout the central United States. Backed by top venture firms and technical partners, Vectris is led by a team of seasoned communications executives and is further distinguished as a Cisco Powered Network. For additional information, call toll-free 1-866-VECTRIS (1-866-832-8747) or visit the Vectris Web site at www.vectris.com.

Vectris is a trademark of Vectris Telecom, Inc. All other trademarks mentioned herein are the property of their respective owners.

Contacts:
Cathryn Seymour Dorsey
cathryndorsey@vectris.com
512-241-2864

Phil Bode
pbode@bernardgroup.com
512-327-2195 ext. 129