Clearwire has tapped Cisco Systems to provide the wireless infrastructure for its new 4G network. Cisco, based in San Jose, Calif., has been tasked with building new mobile WiMAX devices for Clearwire’s network for small and midsize business markets, Clearwire announced Wednesday. Clearwire currently provides mobile WiMAX services in Baltimore, Md., and Portland, Ore., and plans to bring its 4G service to more than 80 markets in the U.S. by the end of next year, according to the company. Cisco is the primary Next Generation Networking provider for Clearwire. Already Clearwire is testing and certifying Cisco’s IP NGN architecture, which includes Cisco 7600 Series routers, Cisco ASA Firewalls, and the Cisco Service and Application Module. “By teaming with Cisco, one of the world’s most forward-looking IP network infrastructure providers, we’re building a robust and cost-efficient next-generation network that’s designed specifically for delivering rich broadband services,” said Scott Richardson, chief strategy officer for Clearwire. “In addition, Cisco plans to develop WiMAX technology for end-user devices, which will give consumers and businesses more compelling ways to stay connected through our CLEAR 4G service.” “In addition, incorporating WiMAX into our products will help enable people to move freely throughout the United States, while maintaining continuous connectivity to personalized applications and services,” said Ned Hooper, senior vice president of the consumer business group at Cisco. Clear Choice Clearwire has an existing relationship with Cisco. Together, the companies are developing the WiMAX Innovation Network, a 20-square-mile beta network being set up in Silicon Valley to bring 4G wireless service to the campuses of Intel and Google, according to Clearwire. Cisco will provide core IP NGN infrastructure equipment for the network. The service is expected to be available to developers by late summer, giving the companies a head start on the commercial service launching in the San Francisco Bay Area in 2010. Because…

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