Menlo Ventures

Menlo Ventures is a California-based venture capital firm founded in 1976 that provides capital to consumer and technology companies across the United States. It funds seed through growth-stage ventures in sectors including computer hardware, software, big data, fintech, and healthcare, as well as related areas such as life sciences technology and smart cloud infrastructure. Based in San Francisco, the firm pursues a market-driven approach to identify opportunities and supports portfolio companies through multiple stages of development. Menlo Ventures emphasizes backing capital-efficient businesses with potential to disrupt large markets and maintains an active role in the companies it supports, alongside a track record of notable investments in diverse technology and consumer sectors. The firm seeks opportunities in early and growth-stage companies across the technology spectrum and strives to partner with teams delivering innovative products and services.

Michelle Aguinis

Investor

Aunkur Arya

Venture Partner

Croom Beatty

Partner

Sam Borja

Investor

Shawn Carolan

Partner

Past deals in Networking

Affinity

Series C in 2021
Affinity, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in relationship intelligence solutions, enhancing traditional customer relationship management (CRM) systems. Founded in 2014 and based in Redwood City, California, Affinity leverages artificial intelligence and natural language processing to help enterprises optimize their networks and improve deal flow. The platform allows teams to visualize their relationship graphs, facilitating access to crucial introductions with decision-makers and streamlining pipeline management. Affinity's features include automatic data capture, email detection, collaboration tools, and reminders, all designed to simplify contact management and enhance team productivity. By reducing reliance on spreadsheets and providing real-time updates, Affinity aims to maximize the value of networks for both startups and investors. The company has secured significant funding to support its growth and development.

Fractal 5

Seed Round in 2021
Fractal 5 is a company founded in 2020 by Gudmundur Hafsteinsson, focused on developing a social media platform that integrates social networking with practical utility. The platform facilitates interaction and connection among users, allowing them to stay updated and engage effectively. By providing tools for both users and creators, Fractal 5 aims to enhance network growth and foster productive relationships within its community.

Avere Systems

Series E in 2017
Avere Systems, Inc. is a provider of cloud file storage infrastructure based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Founded in 2008, the company specializes in innovative storage solutions that allow enterprises to manage data more efficiently and economically. Avere's product offerings include Virtual FXT Edge filers, which serve as network-attached storage in the cloud, and CloudFusion, a cloud-based file system that streamlines storage management. The company also offers FXT Edge Filers for NAS optimization, as well as software solutions like FlashMove for data migration and FlashMirror for data protection. Avere's cloud enablement solutions facilitate various storage needs, including private object storage and NAS integration. Its client base spans multiple industries, including government, finance, media, entertainment, life sciences, and oil and gas. Avere Systems operates globally and has been a subsidiary of Microsoft Azure since 2018.

vArmour Networks

Series D in 2016
vArmour Networks provides software-defined security solutions for virtualized data centers worldwide. It offers SDSec, a network-based security enforcement layer for cloud computing environments, and a multi-cloud security architecture. The company separates the security control plane from the enforcement plane to enhance security in hybrid cloud infrastructure.

Neumob

Seed Round in 2015
Neumob develops technology to enhance the speed, reliability, and performance of mobile applications globally. Its flagship product, Neumob Accelerator, is a software development kit that utilizes machine learning-driven protocols and wide area network (WAN) acceleration features to optimize mobile app performance on various networks, including 2G, 3G, and 4G. The technology analyzes traffic and routing conditions in real-time to find the fastest route between user content and customers. Neumob's solutions help application owners reduce errors and timeouts by up to 90%, ensuring faster load times and improved reliability. Incorporated in 2014 and based in Sunnyvale, California, Neumob was acquired by Cloudflare in November 2017.

Pluribus Networks

Series D in 2015
Pluribus Networks specializes in open networking software for modern data centers. Its Linux-based Netvisor ONE operating system and Adaptive Cloud Fabric architecture deliver simplified networking with white box economics using open hardware from partners like Dell EMC, D-Link Systems, Edgecore, and Pluribus' own Freedom Series switches.

Avere Systems

Series D in 2014
Avere Systems, Inc. is a provider of cloud file storage infrastructure based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Founded in 2008, the company specializes in innovative storage solutions that allow enterprises to manage data more efficiently and economically. Avere's product offerings include Virtual FXT Edge filers, which serve as network-attached storage in the cloud, and CloudFusion, a cloud-based file system that streamlines storage management. The company also offers FXT Edge Filers for NAS optimization, as well as software solutions like FlashMove for data migration and FlashMirror for data protection. Avere's cloud enablement solutions facilitate various storage needs, including private object storage and NAS integration. Its client base spans multiple industries, including government, finance, media, entertainment, life sciences, and oil and gas. Avere Systems operates globally and has been a subsidiary of Microsoft Azure since 2018.

vArmour Networks

Series B in 2013
vArmour Networks provides software-defined security solutions for virtualized data centers worldwide. It offers SDSec, a network-based security enforcement layer for cloud computing environments, and a multi-cloud security architecture. The company separates the security control plane from the enforcement plane to enhance security in hybrid cloud infrastructure.

Talari Networks

Series D in 2013
Talari Networks is a developer of Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) technology aimed at enhancing the reliability and capacity of enterprise networks. The company offers proprietary technology that allows enterprises to combine various sources of public WAN bandwidth, delivering consistent performance that rivals traditional MPLS networks at significantly lower costs. Talari's patented SD-WAN solution monitors network conditions in real-time, re-routing traffic to the most optimal pathways to ensure high reliability and performance across applications such as VoIP and videoconferencing. By addressing performance challenges associated with public WANs, Talari enables businesses to achieve considerable reductions in their monthly WAN expenses, ranging from 40 to 90 percent.

Talari Networks

Series C in 2013
Talari Networks is a developer of Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) technology aimed at enhancing the reliability and capacity of enterprise networks. The company offers proprietary technology that allows enterprises to combine various sources of public WAN bandwidth, delivering consistent performance that rivals traditional MPLS networks at significantly lower costs. Talari's patented SD-WAN solution monitors network conditions in real-time, re-routing traffic to the most optimal pathways to ensure high reliability and performance across applications such as VoIP and videoconferencing. By addressing performance challenges associated with public WANs, Talari enables businesses to achieve considerable reductions in their monthly WAN expenses, ranging from 40 to 90 percent.

Pluribus Networks

Series C in 2012
Pluribus Networks specializes in open networking software for modern data centers. Its Linux-based Netvisor ONE operating system and Adaptive Cloud Fabric architecture deliver simplified networking with white box economics using open hardware from partners like Dell EMC, D-Link Systems, Edgecore, and Pluribus' own Freedom Series switches.

Avere Systems

Series C in 2012
Avere Systems, Inc. is a provider of cloud file storage infrastructure based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Founded in 2008, the company specializes in innovative storage solutions that allow enterprises to manage data more efficiently and economically. Avere's product offerings include Virtual FXT Edge filers, which serve as network-attached storage in the cloud, and CloudFusion, a cloud-based file system that streamlines storage management. The company also offers FXT Edge Filers for NAS optimization, as well as software solutions like FlashMove for data migration and FlashMirror for data protection. Avere's cloud enablement solutions facilitate various storage needs, including private object storage and NAS integration. Its client base spans multiple industries, including government, finance, media, entertainment, life sciences, and oil and gas. Avere Systems operates globally and has been a subsidiary of Microsoft Azure since 2018.

Talari Networks

Venture Round in 2012
Talari Networks is a developer of Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) technology aimed at enhancing the reliability and capacity of enterprise networks. The company offers proprietary technology that allows enterprises to combine various sources of public WAN bandwidth, delivering consistent performance that rivals traditional MPLS networks at significantly lower costs. Talari's patented SD-WAN solution monitors network conditions in real-time, re-routing traffic to the most optimal pathways to ensure high reliability and performance across applications such as VoIP and videoconferencing. By addressing performance challenges associated with public WANs, Talari enables businesses to achieve considerable reductions in their monthly WAN expenses, ranging from 40 to 90 percent.

Talari Networks

Series B in 2010
Talari Networks is a developer of Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) technology aimed at enhancing the reliability and capacity of enterprise networks. The company offers proprietary technology that allows enterprises to combine various sources of public WAN bandwidth, delivering consistent performance that rivals traditional MPLS networks at significantly lower costs. Talari's patented SD-WAN solution monitors network conditions in real-time, re-routing traffic to the most optimal pathways to ensure high reliability and performance across applications such as VoIP and videoconferencing. By addressing performance challenges associated with public WANs, Talari enables businesses to achieve considerable reductions in their monthly WAN expenses, ranging from 40 to 90 percent.

Avere Systems

Series B in 2010
Avere Systems, Inc. is a provider of cloud file storage infrastructure based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Founded in 2008, the company specializes in innovative storage solutions that allow enterprises to manage data more efficiently and economically. Avere's product offerings include Virtual FXT Edge filers, which serve as network-attached storage in the cloud, and CloudFusion, a cloud-based file system that streamlines storage management. The company also offers FXT Edge Filers for NAS optimization, as well as software solutions like FlashMove for data migration and FlashMirror for data protection. Avere's cloud enablement solutions facilitate various storage needs, including private object storage and NAS integration. Its client base spans multiple industries, including government, finance, media, entertainment, life sciences, and oil and gas. Avere Systems operates globally and has been a subsidiary of Microsoft Azure since 2018.

Readyforce

Series A in 2010
Readyforce is a professional networking platform tailored specifically for college students, enabling them to connect with peers, mentors, and alumni while sharing career-related content and resources. Students can discover relevant events, seek guidance, and engage in discussions around career opportunities. For companies, Readyforce serves as an effective tool for reaching top college talent across the United States. Businesses can create detailed profiles, post job openings and internships, and promote events to attract students. The platform also allows companies to communicate directly with students based on specific criteria such as school and major, facilitating targeted outreach for scholarships, competitions, and brand engagement. Readyforce is designed to streamline the recruitment process and enhance talent community building, offering a free membership to all users.

Cavium

Post in 2009
Cavium Networks is a developer of semiconductor processors focused on networking, communications, and storage solutions. The company designs, develops, and markets high-performance semiconductor products that facilitate intelligent and secure networking, allowing customers to create application-aware and content-aware equipment. These products are capable of securely processing voice, video, and data traffic at high speeds. Cavium sells its offerings directly and through contract manufacturing organizations and distributors, serving clients in various sectors, including networking, wireless, storage, and electronic equipment, primarily in the United States, Japan, Taiwan, and China. The company has established collaborations with firms like Aricent Inc. to enhance LTE eNodeB solutions and has agreements with Atheros Communications Inc. and Design of Systems on Silicon S.A. to improve HD video transmission and distribution technologies for flat panel displays.

Firetide

Series E in 2009
Firetide specializes in wireless mesh networking technology, delivering high-speed, reliable connectivity for various applications such as security, surveillance, transportation, and industrial automation. Its solutions eliminate the need for traditional fiber optic cables, reducing installation time and costs.

Avere Systems

Series A in 2009
Avere Systems, Inc. is a provider of cloud file storage infrastructure based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Founded in 2008, the company specializes in innovative storage solutions that allow enterprises to manage data more efficiently and economically. Avere's product offerings include Virtual FXT Edge filers, which serve as network-attached storage in the cloud, and CloudFusion, a cloud-based file system that streamlines storage management. The company also offers FXT Edge Filers for NAS optimization, as well as software solutions like FlashMove for data migration and FlashMirror for data protection. Avere's cloud enablement solutions facilitate various storage needs, including private object storage and NAS integration. Its client base spans multiple industries, including government, finance, media, entertainment, life sciences, and oil and gas. Avere Systems operates globally and has been a subsidiary of Microsoft Azure since 2018.

Talari Networks

Series A in 2009
Talari Networks is a developer of Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) technology aimed at enhancing the reliability and capacity of enterprise networks. The company offers proprietary technology that allows enterprises to combine various sources of public WAN bandwidth, delivering consistent performance that rivals traditional MPLS networks at significantly lower costs. Talari's patented SD-WAN solution monitors network conditions in real-time, re-routing traffic to the most optimal pathways to ensure high reliability and performance across applications such as VoIP and videoconferencing. By addressing performance challenges associated with public WANs, Talari enables businesses to achieve considerable reductions in their monthly WAN expenses, ranging from 40 to 90 percent.

Aprius

Series B in 2008
Aprius is a privately held company based in Silicon Valley that focuses on developing advanced rack I/O gateway systems for enterprise data centers. These systems enhance resource sharing and I/O virtualization, facilitating low-latency messaging and high-bandwidth interconnectivity between servers. Aprius provides innovative solutions that enable the virtualization of PCI Express resources, allowing them to be managed, provisioned, and consolidated as a single resource pool. Additionally, the company offers Computational Acceleration systems that deliver PCI Express-based compute acceleration cards, which can be dynamically allocated to server hosts within a cluster. Through these technologies, Aprius aims to improve operational efficiency and performance in modern data centers.

Neterion

Series E in 2008
Neterion, Inc. specializes in providing 10 gigabit Ethernet hardware and software solutions designed to address networking challenges. The company's flagship products include the Xframe V-NIC line of 10 Gigabit Ethernet adapters and dual port 10GbE network adapters, which facilitate high-speed connectivity for server and storage systems. These solutions are particularly beneficial for virtualizing I/O intensive applications across both legacy and future SR-IOV compliant systems. Neterion's products find applications in diverse fields such as oil and gas exploration, bioscience, genome mapping, grid computing, nanotechnology research, financial analysis, defense simulations, weather forecasting, and data mining. The company serves various industries, including data centers, oil and gas, and media and entertainment. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Cupertino, California, Neterion also maintains an office in Ottawa, Canada.

Firetide

Series D in 2007
Firetide specializes in wireless mesh networking technology, delivering high-speed, reliable connectivity for various applications such as security, surveillance, transportation, and industrial automation. Its solutions eliminate the need for traditional fiber optic cables, reducing installation time and costs.

Matisse Networks

Series C in 2007
Matisse Networks, Inc. provides optical burst switching solutions for metro Ethernet optical transport networks. The company offers EtherBurst, a packet WDM system for scaling metro and campus networks. Its EtherBurst comprises SX-1000 Ethernet service nodes that serve as a local Ethernet switch and on-ramp to the packet WDM photonic layer; PX-1000 photonic nodes that are deployed in a metro ring and provide an automated optical layer; and MatisseView management system that provides access to optical and packet service management software. The company’s products enable solutions for service providers, enterprises, and government agencies. Matisse Networks, Inc. was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Mountain View, California.

WiQuest Communications

Series C in 2007
WiQuest Communications is a fabless semiconductor company designing and developing complete WiMedia-based ultrawideband (UWB) solutions focused on ultra high speed, short range applications. WiQuest’s complete solution offering includes chipset, software and reference designs. WiQuest’s technology enables a new class of applications for wireless connectivity to PC, consumer electronics and mobile systems – enabling The New Frontier of Wireless™. WiQuest Communications closed operation on 2008 Oct.

Bluesocket

Series C in 2007
Bluesocket is a company that specializes in providing secure, enterprise-level mobile connectivity solutions. It offers products and support designed to enhance wireless network infrastructure for desktops, mobile devices, and enterprise applications. By unifying secure wireless LAN with SIP-based enterprise VoIP, Bluesocket enables organizations to create robust and efficient wireless networks that support a wide range of communication and operational needs. Its focus on enterprise mobility solutions positions the company as a key player in the development of innovative connectivity products in the marketplace.

KeyEye Communications

Venture Round in 2006
KeyEye Communications, Inc. went out of business. KeyEye Communications, Inc., a fabless semiconductor company, provides connectivity solutions on structured copper twisted pair cables. It offers 10Gbps Ethernet transceivers that deliver 10GBASE-T connectivity over data center cable reaches. The company was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Sacramento, California. KeyEye Communications, Inc. has product design centers in San Jose, California; and Minneapolis, Minnesota.

KeyEye Communications

Series B in 2006
KeyEye Communications, Inc. went out of business. KeyEye Communications, Inc., a fabless semiconductor company, provides connectivity solutions on structured copper twisted pair cables. It offers 10Gbps Ethernet transceivers that deliver 10GBASE-T connectivity over data center cable reaches. The company was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Sacramento, California. KeyEye Communications, Inc. has product design centers in San Jose, California; and Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Matisse Networks

Series B in 2006
Matisse Networks, Inc. provides optical burst switching solutions for metro Ethernet optical transport networks. The company offers EtherBurst, a packet WDM system for scaling metro and campus networks. Its EtherBurst comprises SX-1000 Ethernet service nodes that serve as a local Ethernet switch and on-ramp to the packet WDM photonic layer; PX-1000 photonic nodes that are deployed in a metro ring and provide an automated optical layer; and MatisseView management system that provides access to optical and packet service management software. The company’s products enable solutions for service providers, enterprises, and government agencies. Matisse Networks, Inc. was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Mountain View, California.

WiQuest Communications

Series B in 2006
WiQuest Communications is a fabless semiconductor company designing and developing complete WiMedia-based ultrawideband (UWB) solutions focused on ultra high speed, short range applications. WiQuest’s complete solution offering includes chipset, software and reference designs. WiQuest’s technology enables a new class of applications for wireless connectivity to PC, consumer electronics and mobile systems – enabling The New Frontier of Wireless™. WiQuest Communications closed operation on 2008 Oct.

Visible Path

Series B in 2006
Visible Path is a provider of online business networking solutions that enables individuals and organizations to map and manage their professional social networks. Unlike traditional platforms, Visible Path emphasizes the strength of relationships over mere contact volume, allowing users to create more meaningful connections. The company utilizes a Microsoft Outlook plugin to track interactions, such as emails and meetings, to assess the relationship strength between contacts. This approach aims to build a network of contacts that are relevant and engaged, reducing the prevalence of unproductive connections. Although currently reliant on Outlook for data, Visible Path is exploring additional methods to enhance relationship tracking, including analyzing phone calls and instant messages. The company also fosters collaborations with various organizations, including D&B and Salesforce.com, to expand its capabilities and improve user access to valuable business connections.

Bluesocket

Venture Round in 2006
Bluesocket is a company that specializes in providing secure, enterprise-level mobile connectivity solutions. It offers products and support designed to enhance wireless network infrastructure for desktops, mobile devices, and enterprise applications. By unifying secure wireless LAN with SIP-based enterprise VoIP, Bluesocket enables organizations to create robust and efficient wireless networks that support a wide range of communication and operational needs. Its focus on enterprise mobility solutions positions the company as a key player in the development of innovative connectivity products in the marketplace.

Neterion

Series D in 2006
Neterion, Inc. specializes in providing 10 gigabit Ethernet hardware and software solutions designed to address networking challenges. The company's flagship products include the Xframe V-NIC line of 10 Gigabit Ethernet adapters and dual port 10GbE network adapters, which facilitate high-speed connectivity for server and storage systems. These solutions are particularly beneficial for virtualizing I/O intensive applications across both legacy and future SR-IOV compliant systems. Neterion's products find applications in diverse fields such as oil and gas exploration, bioscience, genome mapping, grid computing, nanotechnology research, financial analysis, defense simulations, weather forecasting, and data mining. The company serves various industries, including data centers, oil and gas, and media and entertainment. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Cupertino, California, Neterion also maintains an office in Ottawa, Canada.

Movaz Networks

Venture Round in 2006
Movaz Networks is a company based in Norcross, Georgia, specializing in the manufacturing of broadband optical transport systems. Founded in 2000, it offers a range of products, including wavelength division multiplexing (WDM) equipment and advanced transport solutions, such as reconfigurable optical add-drop multiplexing. These products are designed for various applications, including metro, regional, enterprise, and government networks. Movaz Networks' solutions incorporate technologies like optical transport, distributed photonic switching, and generalized multiprotocol label switching, along with standards-based network management. The company markets its offerings through direct sales, private label partnerships, and value-added resellers, catering to telecommunications carriers, cable network providers, educational institutions, and government agencies.

Big Bear Networks

Series D in 2005
Big Bear Networks develops optical transponders and subassemblies for network operators.

Bluesocket

Series B in 2005
Bluesocket is a company that specializes in providing secure, enterprise-level mobile connectivity solutions. It offers products and support designed to enhance wireless network infrastructure for desktops, mobile devices, and enterprise applications. By unifying secure wireless LAN with SIP-based enterprise VoIP, Bluesocket enables organizations to create robust and efficient wireless networks that support a wide range of communication and operational needs. Its focus on enterprise mobility solutions positions the company as a key player in the development of innovative connectivity products in the marketplace.

Cavium

Series D in 2004
Cavium Networks is a developer of semiconductor processors focused on networking, communications, and storage solutions. The company designs, develops, and markets high-performance semiconductor products that facilitate intelligent and secure networking, allowing customers to create application-aware and content-aware equipment. These products are capable of securely processing voice, video, and data traffic at high speeds. Cavium sells its offerings directly and through contract manufacturing organizations and distributors, serving clients in various sectors, including networking, wireless, storage, and electronic equipment, primarily in the United States, Japan, Taiwan, and China. The company has established collaborations with firms like Aricent Inc. to enhance LTE eNodeB solutions and has agreements with Atheros Communications Inc. and Design of Systems on Silicon S.A. to improve HD video transmission and distribution technologies for flat panel displays.

WiQuest Communications

Series A in 2004
WiQuest Communications is a fabless semiconductor company designing and developing complete WiMedia-based ultrawideband (UWB) solutions focused on ultra high speed, short range applications. WiQuest’s complete solution offering includes chipset, software and reference designs. WiQuest’s technology enables a new class of applications for wireless connectivity to PC, consumer electronics and mobile systems – enabling The New Frontier of Wireless™. WiQuest Communications closed operation on 2008 Oct.

Neterion

Series C in 2004
Neterion, Inc. specializes in providing 10 gigabit Ethernet hardware and software solutions designed to address networking challenges. The company's flagship products include the Xframe V-NIC line of 10 Gigabit Ethernet adapters and dual port 10GbE network adapters, which facilitate high-speed connectivity for server and storage systems. These solutions are particularly beneficial for virtualizing I/O intensive applications across both legacy and future SR-IOV compliant systems. Neterion's products find applications in diverse fields such as oil and gas exploration, bioscience, genome mapping, grid computing, nanotechnology research, financial analysis, defense simulations, weather forecasting, and data mining. The company serves various industries, including data centers, oil and gas, and media and entertainment. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Cupertino, California, Neterion also maintains an office in Ottawa, Canada.

KeyEye Communications

Series B in 2004
KeyEye Communications, Inc. went out of business. KeyEye Communications, Inc., a fabless semiconductor company, provides connectivity solutions on structured copper twisted pair cables. It offers 10Gbps Ethernet transceivers that deliver 10GBASE-T connectivity over data center cable reaches. The company was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Sacramento, California. KeyEye Communications, Inc. has product design centers in San Jose, California; and Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Firetide

Series B in 2004
Firetide specializes in wireless mesh networking technology, delivering high-speed, reliable connectivity for various applications such as security, surveillance, transportation, and industrial automation. Its solutions eliminate the need for traditional fiber optic cables, reducing installation time and costs.

Big Bear Networks

Series C in 2003
Big Bear Networks develops optical transponders and subassemblies for network operators.

Teradiant Networks

Series A in 2003
Teradiant Networks, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company that develops and markets semiconductors and platforms for developers of IP routers, multiservice switches, and metro and enterprise switches. The company designs and markets traffic management microchips under the brand name TeraPacket.

Cavium

Series C in 2003
Cavium Networks is a developer of semiconductor processors focused on networking, communications, and storage solutions. The company designs, develops, and markets high-performance semiconductor products that facilitate intelligent and secure networking, allowing customers to create application-aware and content-aware equipment. These products are capable of securely processing voice, video, and data traffic at high speeds. Cavium sells its offerings directly and through contract manufacturing organizations and distributors, serving clients in various sectors, including networking, wireless, storage, and electronic equipment, primarily in the United States, Japan, Taiwan, and China. The company has established collaborations with firms like Aricent Inc. to enhance LTE eNodeB solutions and has agreements with Atheros Communications Inc. and Design of Systems on Silicon S.A. to improve HD video transmission and distribution technologies for flat panel displays.

Firetide

Series A in 2003
Firetide specializes in wireless mesh networking technology, delivering high-speed, reliable connectivity for various applications such as security, surveillance, transportation, and industrial automation. Its solutions eliminate the need for traditional fiber optic cables, reducing installation time and costs.

Bluesocket

Venture Round in 2003
Bluesocket is a company that specializes in providing secure, enterprise-level mobile connectivity solutions. It offers products and support designed to enhance wireless network infrastructure for desktops, mobile devices, and enterprise applications. By unifying secure wireless LAN with SIP-based enterprise VoIP, Bluesocket enables organizations to create robust and efficient wireless networks that support a wide range of communication and operational needs. Its focus on enterprise mobility solutions positions the company as a key player in the development of innovative connectivity products in the marketplace.

Acme Packet

Series B in 2003
Acme Packet is a leading provider of session delivery network solutions that facilitate interactive communications across Internet Protocol (IP) networks. The company specializes in session border control solutions, enabling secure and reliable delivery of voice, video, and multimedia services. Its Net-Net product family includes session border controllers, session-aware load balancers, session routing proxies, and multiservice security gateways, which cater to various applications in enterprise networks and service provider environments, including mobile and fixed-line services. Based in Bedford, Massachusetts, Acme Packet designs and manufactures its products domestically and distributes them through over 140 reseller partners worldwide. The company has a significant global presence, with more than 1,270 customers across 105 countries, including 90 of the top 100 service providers and 30 of the Fortune 100 companies.

Neterion

Series B in 2003
Neterion, Inc. specializes in providing 10 gigabit Ethernet hardware and software solutions designed to address networking challenges. The company's flagship products include the Xframe V-NIC line of 10 Gigabit Ethernet adapters and dual port 10GbE network adapters, which facilitate high-speed connectivity for server and storage systems. These solutions are particularly beneficial for virtualizing I/O intensive applications across both legacy and future SR-IOV compliant systems. Neterion's products find applications in diverse fields such as oil and gas exploration, bioscience, genome mapping, grid computing, nanotechnology research, financial analysis, defense simulations, weather forecasting, and data mining. The company serves various industries, including data centers, oil and gas, and media and entertainment. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Cupertino, California, Neterion also maintains an office in Ottawa, Canada.

Movaz Networks

Series C in 2002
Movaz Networks is a company based in Norcross, Georgia, specializing in the manufacturing of broadband optical transport systems. Founded in 2000, it offers a range of products, including wavelength division multiplexing (WDM) equipment and advanced transport solutions, such as reconfigurable optical add-drop multiplexing. These products are designed for various applications, including metro, regional, enterprise, and government networks. Movaz Networks' solutions incorporate technologies like optical transport, distributed photonic switching, and generalized multiprotocol label switching, along with standards-based network management. The company markets its offerings through direct sales, private label partnerships, and value-added resellers, catering to telecommunications carriers, cable network providers, educational institutions, and government agencies.

Spinnaker Networks

Series B in 2002
Spinnaker Networks supplies scalable system architectures, distributed file systems and equipment, clustering technologies, and other communication equipment. It is an internet equipment provider that is developing highly engineered products to enable the delivery of emerging broadband services. Spinnaker Networks was founded in 1999 by six industry professionals with extensive network and file system experience. Spinnaker Networks is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. As of February 18, 2004, Spinnaker Networks, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of NetApp, Inc.

Cavium

Series B in 2002
Cavium Networks is a developer of semiconductor processors focused on networking, communications, and storage solutions. The company designs, develops, and markets high-performance semiconductor products that facilitate intelligent and secure networking, allowing customers to create application-aware and content-aware equipment. These products are capable of securely processing voice, video, and data traffic at high speeds. Cavium sells its offerings directly and through contract manufacturing organizations and distributors, serving clients in various sectors, including networking, wireless, storage, and electronic equipment, primarily in the United States, Japan, Taiwan, and China. The company has established collaborations with firms like Aricent Inc. to enhance LTE eNodeB solutions and has agreements with Atheros Communications Inc. and Design of Systems on Silicon S.A. to improve HD video transmission and distribution technologies for flat panel displays.

Big Bear Networks

Series B in 2002
Big Bear Networks develops optical transponders and subassemblies for network operators.

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.

Accelight Networks

Venture Round in 2001
AcceLight Networks has unleashed a new class of intelligent optical core aggregation - Photonic Service Switching (PSS). The innovative solutions provided by the PhotoniX family provides switched services to the installed wavelength core, which enables massive scalability with new revenue opportunities.

Acme Packet

Series B in 2001
Acme Packet is a leading provider of session delivery network solutions that facilitate interactive communications across Internet Protocol (IP) networks. The company specializes in session border control solutions, enabling secure and reliable delivery of voice, video, and multimedia services. Its Net-Net product family includes session border controllers, session-aware load balancers, session routing proxies, and multiservice security gateways, which cater to various applications in enterprise networks and service provider environments, including mobile and fixed-line services. Based in Bedford, Massachusetts, Acme Packet designs and manufactures its products domestically and distributes them through over 140 reseller partners worldwide. The company has a significant global presence, with more than 1,270 customers across 105 countries, including 90 of the top 100 service providers and 30 of the Fortune 100 companies.

Movaz Networks

Series B in 2001
Movaz Networks is a company based in Norcross, Georgia, specializing in the manufacturing of broadband optical transport systems. Founded in 2000, it offers a range of products, including wavelength division multiplexing (WDM) equipment and advanced transport solutions, such as reconfigurable optical add-drop multiplexing. These products are designed for various applications, including metro, regional, enterprise, and government networks. Movaz Networks' solutions incorporate technologies like optical transport, distributed photonic switching, and generalized multiprotocol label switching, along with standards-based network management. The company markets its offerings through direct sales, private label partnerships, and value-added resellers, catering to telecommunications carriers, cable network providers, educational institutions, and government agencies.

LuxN

Series D in 2001
LuxN provides intelligent optical access and transport solutions for metropolitan service providers and major enterprises. Supporting both CWDM and DWDM, LuxN's carrier-class, OSMINE-certified systems offer manageability and service level assurance for critical applications. LuxN's protocol-independent solutions enable delivery of high-bandwidth data, storage, video, and voice services for a diversified customer base including ILECs, CLECs, MSOs, utilities, municipalities, and storage providers. An ISO 9001 certified company, LuxN has a diverse base of customers and distribution partners spanning the North American, Asia-Pacific, and European regions.

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.

Rapid5 Networks

Series B in 2000
Rapid5 Networks is a telecommunications-equipment company focused on the telecom and Internet infrastructure market.

BrightLink Networks

Series C in 2000
BrightLink Networks, Inc. is a manufacturer of optical network switching systems. The company begins the marketing and manufacturing of its intelligent optical network system.

Catena Networks

Series B 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.

Spinnaker Networks

Series A in 2000
Spinnaker Networks supplies scalable system architectures, distributed file systems and equipment, clustering technologies, and other communication equipment. It is an internet equipment provider that is developing highly engineered products to enable the delivery of emerging broadband services. Spinnaker Networks was founded in 1999 by six industry professionals with extensive network and file system experience. Spinnaker Networks is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. As of February 18, 2004, Spinnaker Networks, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of NetApp, Inc.

Filanet

Series B in 1999
Filanet makes networking hardware for small to medium-sized businesses or for remote offices of larger business. The gear provides services such as Internet routing, VPNs (virtual private networks) and firewall security.

Xros

Venture Round in 1999
Xros, Inc. is a developer of state-of-the-art fiber-optic switching systems. Based on the company’s patented technology, Xros is building all-optical cross-connect switches that are far superior to competitive designs across a wide spectrum of switch performance metrics. With such products, Xros expects to dominate the market for high performance switches in the optical layer.

UUNET Technologies

Venture Round in 1993
Founded in 1987, UUNET Technologies is an American technology company based in Fairfax, Virginia. It offers internet access options and application and consultancy services.

UUNET

Venture Round in 1993
UUNET is a commercial internet services provider. It offers internet access options and application services. Additionally, it also offers software wholesale services. Founded in 1987, UUNET is based in Fairfax, Virginia. It operates as a subsidiary of Verizon Business.
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