USB Phone offers plug-and-play capabilities.

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Supporting Microsoft Office Communications Server 2007 Release 2, Jabra DIAL(TM) 520 OC features true wideband audio for optimum call clarity, LCD display showing call details, and intuitive instant usability with no additional drivers needed. Dedicated answer, end, and mute buttons enable seamless integration with Office Communications Server 2007 R2. USB phone is suitable for variety of industries and employees, from office personnel to field employees and executives.



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Jabra Expands Line of Microsoft Office Communications Server 2007 Release 2 Products with Innovative USB Phone



Jabra DIAL 520 OC Offers Portability, Lower Total Cost of Ownership for Customers

NASHUA, N.H., Feb. 3 /- GN Netcom, one of the world leaders in innovative headset solutions, today announced its first USB phone to support Microsoft Office Communications Server 2007 Release 2, the Jabra DIAL(TM) 520 OC. Offering plug and play capabilities and portability at an affordable price, the DIAL 520 OC USB phone expands Jabra's award-winning line of products that support Office Communications Server 2007 R2 and include corded, wireless DECT, and multiuse Bluetooth headsets. Also announced is a new Bluetooth(R) headset to extend the line of Jabra headsets optimized for Office Communications Server 2007 R2.

With the Jabra DIAL 520 OC, GN Netcom has created a unique USB phone that features innovative capabilities with Office Communications Server 2007 R2, true wideband audio for optimum call clarity, and intuitive usability. The Jabra DIAL 520 OC also features dedicated answer, end and mute buttons for seamless integration with Office Communications Server 2007 R2.

"As a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner, we were able to work closely with Microsoft to create a product that not only takes advantage of the innovative features introduced in Office Communications Server 2007 Release 2, but also offers portability and the lowest priced handset available for Office Communications," said Chris Briglin, Vice President of Business Development, GN Netcom. "The Jabra DIAL 520 OC is an ideal product for every type of Office Communications 2007 user, offering high usability features to help maximize productivity and making the most of IP telephony from the office or the road."

The Jabra DIAL 520 OC phone includes features that make it suitable for a variety of industries and employees, from office personnel to field employees and executives.

Key product features include:

-- Seamless integration with Office Communications Server 2007 R2 through dedicated answer, end and mute buttons

-- Wideband audio for optimum call clarity

-- Intuitive instant usability with no additional drivers needed

-- LCD display showing call details

"GN Netcom end points take advantage of the wideband capabilities in Microsoft Office Communications 2007 Release 2, enabling customers to unify their communications systems and meet the growing demand for enhanced business collaboration," said Moz Hussain, director of the Unified Communications Group at Microsoft Corp. "Microsoft is excited to work with GN Netcom to demonstrate the value of software-powered unified communications solutions to our customers."

In addition to the Jabra DIAL 520 OC, GN Netcom will introduce the M5390 USB for Office Communications. The Jabra M5390 USB OC is a Bluetooth headset featuring a wireless range of 200 feet, wideband audio and simultaneous pairing with mobile phones and Office Communications.

The Jabra DIAL 520 OC and the Jabra M5390 USB OC will be available through GN Netcom's global network of authorized distributors and resellers. For further information, please visit www.jabra.com/microsoft.

About GN Netcom

Through its Jabra brand, GN Netcom is a world leader in innovative headset solutions. With sales offices around the world, GN Netcom develops, manufactures and markets a broad range of wireless headsets for mobile users and both wireless and corded headsets for contact centre and office-based users. GN Netcom's business activities also include its original equipment manufacturing (OEM) business. GN Netcom has been helping people communicate since 1869 and is a listed company on OMX Nordic Exchange.

For further information, please visit www.jabra.com.

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