Written By: Barbara Garcia

Dicar Networks joins NETGEAR as a Powershift Platinum Partner to deliver ReadyNAS Network Attached Storage; providing affordable data backup systems for small businesses

SAN JOSE – February 11, 2009 –Dicar Networks and NETGEAR (NASDAQ: NTGR) announced the official integration of Dicar Networks as a NETGEAR Powershift™ Platinum Partner reseller.  The partnership benefits Dicar Networks by allowing them to work closely with NETGEAR in bringing products to customers that are cost effective and reliable.  This allows the customer to keep their focus on their business rather then their network, allowing them more productivity.  In addition, Dicar Networks benefits from NETGEAR’s US-based technical support.

“We are pleased to have Dicar as a member of our award-winning Powershift Partner Program.” said John Grady, NETGEAR’s Director of Channel and SMB Marketing “Dicar Networks is known for their outstanding customer service and their knowledge of Information Technology in the SMB space.”

This relationship allows Dicar Networks to deliver products such as ReadyNAS® from NETGEAR that will support their customers’ business initiatives while being cost effective.

“Our customers are largely small to medium size businesses.” said Armando Garcia, President of Dicar Networks. “They really benefit from the feature-rich lineup of ReadyNAS products including the ReadyNAS Duo, ReadyNAS NV+ and ReadyNAS PRO.   Customers also appreciate the ability to move their data off-site with the push of a button and a USB drive.”

About Dicar Networks:

Since Dicar Networks opened in 2001 the San Jose, California based company has developed into a premier provider of network solutions – including VoIP, cabling, PBX and now Network Attached Storage (NAS). With a highly skilled team of engineers, designers and operations experts Dicar Networks offers custom fit, on-budget solutions which meet the current and future needs of customers in the Bay area.  More information is available by visiting www.dicarnetworks.com  or calling 408-850-6400.