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[smallfish]

7 Strong Buy Ratings, 2 Buys, überzeugendes Debut. Bin voller Zuversicht bei 50 Euro rein. Jetzt stehen wir auf jeden Fall schon mal deutlich unter IPO-Preis. Unter 18 Euro. Hab ich da was verpaßt?

Gestern zeitweise sogar ueber minus 30 %. Das ist doch nicht normal, auch nicht an einem solchen Tag. Kennt jemand die Quartalszahlen? Denn wenn die nicht gegen alle Erwartungen schlecht waren, handelt es sich doch wohl hier um eine ausgezeichnete Nachkaufgelegenheit. Bin fuer jede Meinung dankbar.

Petri Heil

Smallfish

[Kowalsky]

Petri Dank!
Ich bin bei 30,70 Euro eingestiegen und überlege, ob ich nicht verkaufen sollte.
Anscheinend sind wir beide die einzigen, die sich für diese Aktie interessieren.
Da stimmt doch irgendetwas nicht.

[panik]

Hallo,ihr beiden.
STLW hat patentstreit!

[Wunram]

Das sind doch Zahlen die sich sehen lassen können:

Stratos Lightwave, Inc. (ticker: STLW, exchange: NASDAQ) News Release - 2/28/2001


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Stratos Lightwave Announces Financial Results for Third Quarter 2001

CHICAGO, Feb. 28 /PRNewswire/ -- Stratos Lightwave, Inc., (Nasdaq: STLW) a leading supplier of optical subsystems and optical components, today announced financial results for its third fiscal quarter ended January 31, 2001. The Company reported a sequential sales increase of 17 % over the second quarter to more than $40 million, as well as record net income in the quarter of $4.8 million or $0.08 per share, and $10.9 million or $0.17 per share for the first nine months of fiscal 2001.

Third Quarter Financial Results

Net sales increased to $40.3 million, or 123%, from $18.0 million reported in the third quarter of fiscal 2000 and increased 17% sequentially from $34.5 million for the second quarter ended October 31, 2000. The sales order backlog totaled $42 million as of January 31, 2001. The Company`s optical subsystems sales growth continued to be fueled by demand in the Fibre Channel market, and continuing growth in the Metro market. Also, order and sales demand continued strongly for high value-added optical components.

License fees and royalties increased to $226,000 from $164,000 in last year`s third quarter, and declined from $436,000 last quarter.

Gross margin for the third quarter increased to 36.8% from 33.9% in the second quarter, with total gross profit of $14.8 million, up 27% sequentially from the second quarter. Operating expenses as a percent of net sales declined slightly to 24.8% from 25.1% last quarter.

Operating income for the third quarter reached $5.0 million, or 12.5 % of net sales, up 46.0% from $3.5 million, or 10% of net sales, in the second quarter, and compared to $1.2 million, or 6.6% of net sales in the third quarter last year.

In addition, the Company earned $2.4 million in net interest on short-term investments. The effective tax rate was 35.0%, up slightly from 34.4% in the second quarter of fiscal 2000, and 33.8% in the third quarter last year.

Net income for the quarter reached a record $4.8 million, or $0.08 per share, more than six times the $793,000, or $0.01 per share earned in the same period last year, and a 20% increase over the $4.0 million or $0.06 per share for the second quarter of this fiscal year.

Year To Date Financial Results

Net sales increased to $100.7 million, or 107.5%, from $48.6 million reported in the first nine months of fiscal 2000. License fees and royalties decreased to $1.1 million from $1.3 million in last year`s first nine months.

Gross margin for the nine months ended January 31, 2001 increased to 34.8% from 32.9 %, with total gross profit of $35.1 million up 119.6% from the first nine months of fiscal 2000. Operating expenses as a percent of net sales declined to 25.2% from 26.7% last year.

Operating income for the first nine months of fiscal 2001 reached $10.8 million, a 151% increase from $4.3 million for the first nine months of fiscal 2000.

Net interest earned on short-term investments was $5.9 million through the period ended January 31, 2001. The effective tax rate was 35.0% for the first nine months of fiscal 2001, down from 37.3% in the same period last year.

Net income for the first nine months of the year reached a record $10.9 million, or $0.17 per share, four times the $2.7 million, or $0.05 per share for the same period last year.

Business Outlook and guidance

"We are pleased with the third quarter results, particularly in light of the current environment in the communications sector," commented James W. McGinley, President and Chief Executive Officer. "In addition to having met our previously stated guidance, we achieved record sales and earnings, and realized a healthy increase in our gross margin. New products, such as the recently announced "rate-agile" optical transceivers and the Small Form Factor transceivers, along with the optical backplane connectivity products, continue to broaden our product mix."

Due to the challenges affecting the economy at-large and the communications sector in particular, the company believes that its fiscal 2001 sales growth will be in the range of 85-100%. Net income projections continue to be in the range of 10-12% of net sales for the fiscal year. Based on current information, we anticipate a net sales increase of 60-70% for fiscal 2002.

Webcast/Conference Call

Stratos Lightwave will host a live audio webcast and conference call on Wednesday, February 28 at 5:00 pm Eastern Standard Time. Investors and other interested parties may listen to the live webcast by visiting the investor relations section of the Stratos Lightwave website at www.stratoslightwave.com . James W. McGinley and David A. Slack, Vice President, Finance and Chief Financial Officer, will discuss the Company`s earnings and operations. A replay of the conference call will be available for 48 hours beginning at 7:00 pm EST. The replay number is 1-800-633-8284 with a pass code of 17808581. A webcast replay will also be available on the company`s website.

About Stratos Lightwave

Stratos Lightwave, Inc. (Nasdaq: STLW) develops, manufactures and sells optical subsystems and components for high data rate networking, data storage, and telecommunications applications. These optical subsystems are used in local area networks (LANs), storage area networks (SANs), metropolitan area networks (MANs), wide area networks (WANs), and central office networking in the telecommunications market. The company also designs, manufactures, and sells a full line of optical components and cable assemblies for use in these networks. Stratos Lightwave, Inc. is a subsidiary of Methode Electronics, Inc.

This press release contains predictions; estimates and other forward-looking statements regarding anticipated revenue growth, customer orders, manufacturing capacity and financial performance. All forward-looking statements in this press release are based on information available to the company as of the date hereof, and we assume no obligation to update any such forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties and actual results may differ materially from any future performance suggested. Risk factors that may affect the Company`s performance are listed in the Company`s S-1 registration statement for its initial public offering and its most recent Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

For additional information contact Stratos Lightwave at 7444 W. Wilson Ave., Chicago, IL USA 60706-4549; Tel: [phone]. Fax: [phone]. Website: www.stratoslightwave.com .

STRATOS LIGHTWAVE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF EARNINGS
(unaudited)
(In thousands, except per share amounts and shares outstanding)


Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended
January 31 January 31
2001 2000 2001 2000

REVENUE:
Net Sales $40,339 $17,963 $100,734 $48,553
License fees and
royalties 226 164 1,103 1,287
Total 40,565 18,127 101,837 49,840

COSTS AND EXPENSES:
Cost of products
sold 25,514 12,220 65,686 32,594
Research and
development 3,661 1,825 9,898 4,690
Sales and marketing 2,670 1,530 6,911 4,496
General and
administrative 3,679 1,355 8,562 3,766
Total cost and
expenses 35,524 16,930 91,057 45,546

Income from
operations 5,041 1,197 10,780 4,294

Interest income, net 2,365 - 0 - 5,930 - 0 -

Income before
income taxes 7,406 1,197 16,710 4,294
Provision for
income taxes 2,590 404 5,850 1,600

NET INCOME $4,816 $793 $10,860 $2,694

Net income per
share, basic $0.08 $0.01 $0.18 $0.05

Net income per
share, diluted $0.08 $0.01 $0.17 $0.05

Weighted average
number of
Common Shares
outstanding:
Basic 64,092,307 54,029,807 61,916,025 54,029,807
Diluted 64,094,846 54,029,807 62,376,076 54,029,807



STRATOS LIGHTWAVE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(in thousands)


January 31, April 30,
2001 2000
(Unaudited)


ASSETS

CURRENT ASSETS:
Cash and cash equivalents $155,413 $537
Accounts receivable -- net 29,661 12,127
Inventories 27,421 11,172
Current deferred income taxes 1,166 1,166
Prepaid expenses 521 201
TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS 214,182 25,203

PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT 69,865 38,377
Less allowances for depreciation 17,885 13,442
NET PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT 51,980 24,935

GOODWILL -- net 13,607 10,563
OTHER ASSETS 480 436
TOTAL ASSETS $280,249 $61,137

LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS` EQUITY

CURRENT LIABILITIES:
Accounts and notes payable $9,734 $4,389
Other current liabilities 11,574 3,067
TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES 21,308 7,456

OTHER LIABILITIES
Deferred Income Taxes 687 719
Minority Interest 349 - 0 -

SHAREHOLDERS` EQUITY
Common Stock 641 540
Paid in capital 246,630 52,422
Retained earnings 10,760 - 0 -
Other shareholders` equity (126) - 0 -
TOTAL SHAREHOLDERS` EQUITY 257,905 52,962
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS` EQUITY $280,249 $61,137


SOURCE Stratos Lightwave, Inc.


CONTACT: David A. Slack, CFO, or Michael T. Perkins, Manager of Investor Relations, both of Stratos Lightwave, Inc., 708-867-9600

[Wunram]

Stratos Lightwave Introduces Family of Small Form Factor Dual Transmitters And Dual Receivers

CHICAGO, March 14 /PRNewswire/ -- Stratos Lightwave LLC announces the availability of its new line of small form factor (SFF) dual transmitters and dual receivers for high-performance optical communications. These unidirectional devices meet the growing need for high-density multi-channel optical links in today`s increasingly complex routers, switches, and telecom applications.

Housed in an industry-standard SFF transceiver package with two LC fiber optic interfaces, each unit contains either two transmitters or two receivers, and are available in 850nm and 1310nm versions, for any data rate up to 2.7Gbps. Furthermore, a single SFF package can be ordered with two transmitters or two receivers having the same or different data rates, operating at the same or different wavelengths. This flexibility is made possible by Stratos` proprietary modular circuit board design, in which each individual transmitter and receiver is contained on a separate circuit assembly. Not only does this make it possible for Stratos to "mix-and-match" receivers and transmitters; the separate boards provide better electrical isolation and increased noise immunity.

Another benefit of the modular design is that Stratos can deliver production quantities of these dual transmitters and dual receivers very quickly -- regardless of the configuration specified. New, unique configurations using Stratos` single board concept do not require a circuit board redesign, eliminating some of the most time consuming obstacles in reaching manufacturing efficiency.

This flexible design advantage will enable Stratos to add additional products to its new family of multi-channel optical links in the near future, meeting the growing demand for higher-density optical solutions in the increasingly crowded and more complex networking and telecommunications equipment space.

Pricing for Stratos SFF dual transmitters and dual receivers depends on specific model, options specified, and quantity ordered. For additional information contact Stratos Lightwave LLC, Optoelectronic Products, 7444 W. Wilson Ave, Chicago, IL USA 60706-4549. Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] E-mail: [e-mail] URL: www.stratoslightwave.com

Stratos Lightwave LLC is a market leader in high data rate optical subsystems, offering superior optical transmission line performance with industry leading EMI characteristics. Stratos was one of the first to offer 1Gbps 1x9-pin VCSEL transceivers, 2xFibre Channel Small Form Factor (SFF) transceivers, Small Form-factor Pluggable (SFP) transceivers, and Telecordia (Bellcore)-compliant 1x9-pin gigabit-speed transceivers. Stratos Lightwave LLC is a subsidiary of Stratos Lightwave, Inc.

Stratos Lightwave, Inc. (Nasdaq: STLW) develops, manufactures and sells optical subsystems and components for high data rate networking, data storage, and telecommunications applications. These optical subsystems are used in local area networks (LANs), storage area networks (SANs), metropolitan area networks (MANs), wide area networks (WANs), and central office networking in the telecommunications market. The company also designs, manufactures, and sells a full line of optical components and cable assemblies for use in these networks. Stratos Lightwave, Inc. is a subsidiary of Methode Electronics, Inc. (Nasdaq: METHA). Stratos Lightwave was recently named to Deloitte & Touche`s prestigious "Fast 50" Program for Greater Chicagoland. This is a ranking of the 50 fastest growing technology companies in the area, based on five-year revenue growth from fiscal year 1995 through fiscal year 2000.


/CONTACT: Ken Mitsui of Optoelectronic Products Group, 708-867-9600, ext. 2375; or PR Contact, Wanda Arakaki of Technically Speaking Marketing Communications, 847-480-7787/

[Wunram]

Methode Announces Stratos Distribution Ratio

CHICAGO, April 9 /PRNewswire/ -- Methode Electronics, Inc. (Nasdaq: METHA) and Stratos Lightwave, Inc. (Nasdaq: STLW) today jointly announced that the final distribution ratio for the Stratos distribution is 1.511303 shares of Stratos common stock for each share of Methode Class A and Class B common stock. The final distribution ratio was calculated by taking the 54,029,807 shares of Stratos common stock owned by Methode and dividing it by 35,750,470, representing the aggregate number of shares of Methode Class A and Class B common stock outstanding on the record date. The Stratos shares will be distributed as of April 28, 2001 to holders of record of Methode`s Class A and Class B common stock as of the close of business on April 5, 2001.

Between the record date and the close of market on April 27, 2001, there will be two markets available in Methode Class A and Class B common stock, a "regular way" market and an "ex-distribution" market. Methode Class A and Class B common stock in the regular way market, under the ticker symbols METHA and METHB, include the entitlement to the Stratos distribution. Methode Class A and Class B common stock trading in the ex-distribution market, under the ticker symbols METHV and MEHBV, trade without the entitlement to the Stratos distribution.

Between the record date and the close of market on April 27, 2001, there will also be two markets available in Stratos common stock. Stratos common stock trading in the regular way market, under the ticker symbol STLW, will trade in the same manner as it did before the record date. Stratos common stock trading in the when-issued market, under the trading symbol STLWV, represents Stratos common stock that will be distributed to Methode Class A and Class B stockholders on the distribution date. Trades effected in the when-issued market will be settled with shares of Stratos common stock issued in the distribution.

For additional information on the Stratos Lightwave distribution, please visit Methode`s website at http://www.methode.com or call 708-867-6777. Information on Stratos Lightwave can be obtained at http://www.stratoslightwave.com or by calling 708-867-9600. About Methode Electronics

Methode Electronics, Inc., with 3,400 employees in 19 plants worldwide (excluding Stratos Lightwave), manufactures component devices for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) of information processing and networking equipment, voice and data communications systems, consumer electronics, automobiles, aerospace vehicles and industrial equipment. Products employ electrical, electronic and fiber optic technologies in communication data links, interconnections and controls. About Stratos Lightwave

Stratos Lightwave, Inc. develops, manufactures and sells optical subsystems and components for high data rate networking, data storage and telecommunications applications. These optical systems are used in local area networks (LANs), storage area networks (SANs), metropolitan area networks (MANs), wide area networks (WANs) and central office networking in the telecommunications market. The company also designs, manufactures and sells a full line of optical components and cable assemblies for use in these networks.


/CONTACT: Douglas A. Koman of Methode Electronics, Inc., 708-867-6777, [e-mail] ; Michael T. Perkins of Stratos Lightwave, Inc., 708-867-9600, [e-mail] /

[Wunram]

Stratos Lightwave Introduces New Line of 4-Channel Small Form Factor Optical Links

CHICAGO, April 10 /PRNewswire/ -- Stratos Lightwave LLC announces the availability of a new line of small form factor (SFF) 4-channel optical links for high-performance communication applications. These devices, like all members of Stratos Lightwave`s family of multi-channel optical links, meet the growing demand for higher-density optical solutions in the increasingly crowded and more complex networking and telecommunications equipment space.

These 4-channel (quad) devices place four transmitters, four receivers, or any combination of transmitters and receivers that totals to four, in a package double the width of a standard SFF LC transceiver.

One anticipated application for the new Stratos 4-channel links is providing high-performance, VSR (very short reach) optical communications. Such applications can be found in rack-to-rack or backbone environments in private networks, or in routers and switches handling a mix of SONET and IP traffic over distances of 300 meters (1000 feet) or less. In a parallel configuration, with all four transmitters or receivers running at 2.5Gb/s, each Stratos 4-channel link provides data communication at 10Gb/s. And by using standard LC fiber optic interfaces, these quads do not require hard-to- get connectors nor expensive optical ribbon cable. Customers can move up to 10Gb/s data rates while still utilizing much of their existing investment in LC-based hardware. This is a lower cost alternative than WDM (wavelength division multiplexing) for high-speed VSR communication.

Stratos quad optical links are available with a choice of 850nm or 1310nm lasers, with virtually any communication protocol up to 2.5Gb/s per channel. Furthermore each quad can contain a mix of different optical wavelengths as well as a mix of communication protocols. And, each quad can contain any combination of transmitters and receivers, such as three transmitters and one receiver.

Stratos can deliver this unprecedented degree of flexibility because of their proprietary modular circuit design, in which each individual transmitter and receiver is contained on a separate circuit assembly. This makes it possible for Stratos to "mix-and-match" receivers and transmitters, while providing better electrical isolation and increased noise immunity.

Another benefit of this modular design is that Stratos can deliver production quantities of these quads very quickly -- regardless of the configuration specified. Customer requests for new, unique configurations can be fulfilled rapidly because the Stratos single-board concept eliminates circuit redesigns. This removes many of the time-consuming obstacles typically encountered in reaching manufacturing efficiency.

Pricing for Stratos 4-channel optical links depends on specific configuration, options requested, and quantity ordered. Delivery is typically only 4 to 6 weeks. For additional information contact Stratos Lightwave LLC, Optoelectronic Products, 7444 W. Wilson Ave, Chicago, IL USA 60706-4549. Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] E-mail: [e-mail] URL: www.stratoslightwave.com Stratos Lightwave LLC is a market leader in high data rate optical subsystems, offering superior optical transmission line performance with industry leading EMI characteristics. Stratos was one of the first to offer 1Gbps 1x9-pin VCSEL transceivers, 2xFibre Channel Small Form Factor (SFF) transceivers, Small Form-factor Pluggable (SFP) transceivers, and Telecordia (Bellcore)-compliant 1x9-pin gigabit-speed transceivers. Stratos Lightwave LLC is a subsidiary of Stratos Lightwave, Inc.

Stratos Lightwave, Inc. (Nasdaq: STLW) develops, manufactures and sells optical subsystems and components for high data rate networking, data storage, and telecommunications applications. These optical subsystems are used in local area networks (LANs), storage area networks (SANs), metropolitan area networks (MANs), wide area networks (WANs), and central office networking in the telecommunications market. The company also designs, manufactures, and sells a full line of optical components and cable assemblies for use in these networks. Stratos Lightwave, Inc. is a subsidiary of Methode Electronics, Inc. (Nasdaq: METHA). Stratos Lightwave was recently named to Deloitte & Touche`s prestigious "Fast 50" Program for Greater Chicagoland. This is a ranking of the 50 fastest growing technology companies in the area, based on five-year revenue growth from fiscal year 1995 through fiscal year 2000.


/CONTACT: Ken Mitsui of Optoelectronic Products Group, 708-867-9600 ext. 2375, or PR Contact, Wanda Arakaki of Technically Speaking, 847-480-7787/

[Wunram]

Stratos Lightwave, Inc. (ticker: STLW, exchange: NASDAQ) News Release - 4/19/2001

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Stratos Lightwave Adjusts Preliminary Fourth Quarter Outlook

CHICAGO, April 19 /PRNewswire/ -- Stratos Lightwave, Inc., (Nasdaq: STLW) announced today that net sales and earnings for the fiscal fourth quarter ending April 30, 2001 will be lower than previously projected. The Company now expects fourth quarter net sales to be in the range of $25-$30 million. The Company also plans to take a special charge of approximately $3.1 million during the fiscal 2001 fourth quarter to reserve for obsolete and excess inventory. Based on these adjusted projections, the Company would expect net sales for the fiscal year ending April 30, 2001 to be $125-$130 million, an increase of approximately 75-80% over fiscal year 2000. Full year net profit margin is now expected to be in the range of 7-9% of net sales prior to taking the inventory reserve.

"The general economic slowdown and the rescheduling of existing orders from some of our customers have caused us to readjust our previously released guidance," said Jim McGinley, President and Chief Executive Officer. "Throughout our sector, adjustments are being made with regard to inventory levels and customer needs. The relationships we have with our customers continue to be strong. As the economy changes and the general sector confidence improves, we are well positioned to be responsive to our customers` needs. In addition, we continue to broaden our customer base and move forward to expand our already broad product offerings."

The Company will provide additional forward-looking guidance when it releases its fourth quarter 2001 results on Wednesday, June 6, 2001, after the market closes. Following the release the Company will host a live audio webcast and conference call at 5:00 pm Eastern Standard Time. Investors and other interested parties may listen to the live webcast by visiting the investor relations section of the Stratos Lightwave website at www.stratoslightwave.com . Jim McGinley and David Slack, VP Finance and CFO, will discuss the company`s earnings and operations. A webcast replay will also be available on the company`s website.

About Stratos Lightwave:

Stratos Lightwave, Inc. develops, manufactures and sells optical subsystems and components for high data rate networking, data storage, and telecommunications applications. These optical subsystems are used in local area networks (LANs), storage area networks (SANs), metropolitan area networks (MANs), wide area networks (WANs), and central office networking in the telecommunications market. The company also designs, manufactures, and sells a full line of optical components and cable assemblies for use in these networks. Stratos Lightwave, Inc. is a subsidiary of Methode Electronics, Inc. (Nasdaq: METHA)

This press release contains predictions; estimates and other forward- looking statements regarding anticipated revenue growth, customer orders, manufacturing capacity and financial performance. All forward-looking statements in this press release are based on information available to the company as of the date hereof, and we assume no obligation to update any such forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties and actual results may differ materially from any future performance suggested. Risk factors that may affect the Company`s performance are listed in the Company`s S-1 registration statement for its initial public offering and its most recent Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. SOURCE Stratos Lightwave, Inc.


CONTACT: Becky Hall, Manager Investor Relations of Shelton Communications, for Stratos Lightwave, Inc., 972-239-5119/

[Wunram]

Saturday April 21, 2001 08:53 PM
Company Press Release

SOURCE:Stratos Lightwave LLC

Stratos Lightwave First to Offer Multi-Protocol Optical Transceivers for Digital Video Applications

CHICAGO, April 21 /PRNewswire Interactive News Release/ -- Stratos Lightwave LLC announces the industry`s first multi-protocol optical transceiver for digital video switching applications typically found in multimedia production facilities, post-production facilities, and broadcasting stations. These transceivers are high-performance, integrated duplex optical data links for bi-directional communication over multimode or single mode fiber. Their ability to support a wide range of protocols and data rates makes them ideal for the next generation of video switches, routers, or other equipment which must process or transport a variety of multimedia signals.

Stratos Lightwave`s multi-protocol optical transceivers are unique due to their ability to operate over a wide range of data rates including 1.5 Gbps (HDTV), 800 Mbps (IEEE-1394B), 270 Mbps (D1 standard television), 143 Mbps (NTSC composite digital video), 50 Mbps (DVCPRO), 5 Mbps (MPEG-2), 3 Mbps (AES/EBU), plus other intermediate data rates and protocols.

With this ability to handle such a wide range of data rates, these transceivers can be used not only for the latest high-speed data rates that require fiber, but also for the lower data rates of legacy systems using coaxial cable. This means that multimedia facilities will now have the option to combine "coax signals" and "fiber signals" together on fiber where this would be of benefit.

The transceivers use the high-density LC fiber optic interface and are housed in industry-standard Small Form Factor (SFF) packages that provide double the density of conventional 1x9 optical transceivers. Stratos has been a leader in bringing LC-based optical transceivers to market, with considerable experience designing optical data links for the telecommunications and data communications markets.

Stratos is offering multi-protocol transceivers in both multimode and single mode versions. The multimode version operates at 850nm, and is intended for communication at distances up to 500 meters (1500 feet). The single mode version operates at 1310nm, and can communicate over distances as great as 20 km (12 miles).

Samples are available now. Pricing depends on specific model, options specified, and quantity ordered. Delivery is in 4 to 6 weeks.

For additional technical specifications, application assistance, pricing information, or samples of Stratos` multi-protocol transceivers, contact Stratos Lightwave LLC, Optoelectronic Products, 7444 W. Wilson Ave, Chicago, IL USA 60706-4549. Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] E-mail:

[e-mail]
URL: www.stratoslightwave.com .
Stratos Lightwave LLC is a market leader in high data rate optical subsystems, offering superior optical transmission line performance with industry leading EMI characteristics. Stratos was one of the first to offer 1Gbps 1x9-pin VCSEL transceivers, 2xFibre Channel Small Form Factor (SFF) transceivers, Small Form-factor Pluggable (SFP) transceivers, and Telecordia (Bellcore)-compliant 1x9-pin gigabit-speed transceivers. Stratos Lightwave LLC is a subsidiary of Stratos Lightwave, Inc.

Stratos Lightwave, Inc. (NASDAQ: STLW) develops, manufactures and sells optical subsystems and components for high data rate networking, data storage, and telecommunications applications. These optical subsystems are used in local area networks (LANs), storage area networks (SANs), metropolitan area networks (MANs), wide area networks (WANs), and in the telecommunications market. The company also designs, manufactures, and sells a full line of optical components and cable assemblies for use in these networks. Stratos Lightwave was recently named to Deloitte & Touche`s prestigious "Fast 50" Program for Greater Chicagoland. This is a ranking of the 50 fastest growing technology companies in the area, based on five-year revenue growth from fiscal year 1995 through fiscal year 2000.

[Wunram]

Tuesday April 24, 2001 07:16 PM
Company Press Release

SOURCE:Standard & Poor`s


Standard & Poor``s Announces Changes in S&P Indices

NEW YORK, April 24 /PRNewswire/ -- Standard & Poor`s will make the following changes in the S&P MidCap 400 and S&P SmallCap 600 Indices:

* Triad Hospitals (Nasdaq: TRIH) will replace Quorom Health Group (Nasdaq: QHGI) in the S&P MidCap 400 Index after the close of trading on Friday, April 27, 2001.

Triad Hospitals is acquiring Quorom Health Group in a transaction anticipated to close on or about that date. The transaction is still subject to shareholder approval. *

Stratos Lightwave, Inc. (Nasdaq: STLW) will replace Cone Mills (NYSE: COE) in the S&P SmallCap 600 Index after the close of trading on Friday, April 27, 2001. S&P SmallCap 600 component Methode Electronics `A` (Nasdaq: METHA) is spinning off its remaining 84.3% stake in Stratos Lightwave to Methode Electronics shareholders in a transaction anticipated to close on that date. Cone Mills is being removed for lack of representation. * Hot Topic (Nasdaq: HOTT) will replace Agribrands International (NYSE: AGX) in the S&P SmallCap 600 Index after the close of trading on Monday, April 30, 2001. Agribrands International is being acquired by Cargill, Inc. (a private company) in a transaction anticipated to close on or about that date. The transaction is still subject to shareholder approval. Triad Hospitals provides healthcare services through hospitals and
ambulatory surgery centers, located in small cities and selected urban markets, primarily in the Southwestern, Western and South-central United States. The company, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, will be added to the S&P MidCap 400 GICS Health Care Facilities sub-industry group and the Health Care (Hospital Management) industry group.

Stratos Lightwave, Inc. develops, manufactures and sells optical subsystems and components for high data rate networking, data storage and telecommunication applications. The company, headquartered in Chicago, will be added to the S&P SmallCap 600 GICS Networking Equipment sub-industry group and the Electrical Equipment industry group.

Hot Topic sells music licensed and music influenced apparel, accessories and gift items for young men and women through its retail stores. The company, headquartered in City of Industry, California, will be added to the S&P SmallCap 600 GICS Apparel Retail sub-industry group and the Retail (Specialty-Apparel) industry group.

Following is a summary of the announced changes: S&P MIDCAP 400 INDEX-April 27, 2001 COMPANY GICS ECONOMIC GICS SUB-INDUSTRY SECTOR GROUP ADDED Triad Hospitals Health Care Health Care Facilities DROPPED Quorom Health Group Health Care Health Care Facilities S&P SMALLCAP 600 INDEX-April 27, 2001 COMPANY GICS ECONOMIC GICS SUB-INDUSTRY SECTOR GROUP ADDED Stratos Lightwave, Inc. Information Networking Equipment Technology DROPPED Cone Mills Consumer Textiles Discretionary S&P SMALLCAP 600 INDEX-April 30, 2001 COMPANY GICS ECONOMIC SECTOR GICS SUB-INDUSTRY GROUP ADDED Hot Topic Consumer Discretionary Apparel Retail DROPPED Agribrands Consumer Staples Packaged Foods International Company additions to and deletions from an S&P equity index do not in any
way reflect an opinion on the investment merits of the company.

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Stratos Lightwave Expands Licensing Program to Include Agilent Technologies; Announces Issuance of New Optical Patents

CHICAGO, May 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Stratos Lightwave (Nasdaq: STLW) announced today that Stratos Lightwave, Inc. and Agilent Technologies, Inc. have settled lawsuits against each other by cross-licensing technology of each company generally related to optical transceivers. Other terms of the settlement were not disclosed.

"We are very pleased with the continued success of our licensing program," said James W. McGinley, Stratos` President and Chief Executive Officer. "The industry`s growing recognition of our intellectual property is a validation of our engineering leadership in optical fiber communication. We believe this presents the opportunity for Stratos and Agilent to explore areas of cooperation in the future." IBM Corporation, Tyco Electronics, Molex Incorporated, Cielo Communications, Inc., and Vixel Corporation are among the list of other companies that have entered into license agreements with Stratos related to optical subsystems.

Stratos also announced the issuance of two new patents relating to its optical transceivers. On March 13 and April 24, 2001 the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office issued patent nos. 6,201,704 and 6,220,878 for Transceiver Module with EMI Shielding and Optoelectronic Module with Grounding Means, respectively. During the examination of each of these patents, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office reviewed more than 300 prior art references before allowing the patents to issue. These patents further strengthen Stratos` patent protection for its line of optical transceivers.

Stratos is a plaintiff in pending litigation against Finisar Corporation, Infineon Technologies AG and Optical Communications Products, Inc. involving related intellectual property rights, including certain technical features of optical subsystems. The lawsuits involving Hewlett-Packard Company and Agilent have been dismissed. About Stratos Lightwave

Stratos Lightwave, Inc. develops, manufactures and sells optical subsystems and components for high data rate networking, data storage and telecommunications applications. These optical systems are used in local area networks (LANs), storage area networks (SANs), metropolitan area networks (MANs), wide area networks (WANs) and central office networking in the telecommunications market. The company also designs, manufactures and sells a full line of optical components and cable assemblies for use in these networks.

This press release contains predictions; estimates and other forward-looking statements regarding anticipated revenue growth, customer orders, manufacturing capacity and financial performance. All forward-looking statements in this press release are based on information available to the company as of the date hereof, and we assume no obligation to update any such forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties and actual results may differ materially from any future performance suggested. Risk factors that may affect the Company`s performance are listed in the Company`s S-1 registration statement for its initial public offering and its most recent Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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/CONTACT: Investor Relations, Becky Hall of Shelton Communications Group, 972-239-5119, for Stratos Lightwave, Inc./