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What is the stock symbol for Conexant, and where are the shares traded?
Our stock symbol is CNXT. All annual reports, SEC filings, and the latest 10-K, 10-Q and quarterly reports are accessible from the home page of Conexant's Investor Relations Web site, http://ir.conexant.com/.
How do I transfer my stock, change my mailing address on my stock certificates, make other changes, or get other shareowner records information?
Our Transfer Agent, Mellon Investor Services, Inc., can help you with a variety of shareowner-related services including change of address, lost stock certificates, stock transfer, account status and other administrative services. You can write or call our transfer agent at:

BNY Mellon Shareowner Services
480 Washington Boulevard
Jersey City, NJ 07310

U.S. and Canada: 1-888-470-5829
TD for Hearing Impaired: 1-800-231-5469
Foreign Shareowners: +201-680-6578
Website: www.bnymellon.com/shareowner/isd
What is Conexant's CUSIP number, and what is it used for?
The stock certificate for each publicly traded company contains a nine-digit number called CUSIP, which is used to help facilitate the clearing and settlement of stock trades. Conexant's current CUSIP number is 207142308. Prior to the 10-for-1 reverse stock split, which was effective June 30, 2008, Conexant's CUSIP number was 207142100.
Can I purchase shares directly from Conexant?
Conexant does not offer a direct purchase plan. However, you can purchase shares of Conexant stock from a stockbroker, bank, or other financial institution that provides brokerage services.
What is the date of Conexant's fiscal year end?
The prior fiscal year end for Conexant was Oct. 2, 2009. The current fiscal year will end Oct. 1, 2010.
When will the company announce its quarterly earnings, and can I listen to the earnings conference call?
The company issues a press release after the end of each quarter to announce the specific date and time of the earnings announcement and to offer details about how to participate in the earnings conference call. You can sign up to receive this and other press releases via email by clicking on http://ir.conexant.com/profile.cfm.
What accounting firm audits Conexant's financials?
Deloitte & Touche LLP is the independent registered accounting firm that audits Conexant's financials.
Can you give a brief history of Conexant?
Conexant was formed when Rockwell International Corporation spun off its Semiconductor Systems business in 1999 to create Conexant Systems, Inc. Through a series of acquisitions, mergers and spinoffs, Conexant emerged as a diversified semiconductor supplier. Today, Conexant is a leading provider of solutions for imaging, audio, embedded modem, and video surveillance applications.
Can you describe the company's products and market segments?
Conexant Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: CNXT) is a leading provider of solutions for imaging, audio, embedded modem, and video surveillance applications. These are all areas where the company has established leadership positions. Conexant leverages its core expertise in analog and mixed-signal technologies, firmware and software development, and extensive applications knowledge to deliver products that contribute to its customers' success, further strengthen its market-leading positions, and capitalize on growth opportunities in adjacent segments.

In imaging, the company's comprehensive product portfolio includes highly integrated multifunction printer (MFP) system-on-chip (SoC) solutions for inkjet, laser, and photo printers, and fax SoCs and datapump solutions. Conexant also offers a suite of high-performance system solutions for "connected" frame and interactive display devices with touch-screens and Internet connectivity.

In audio, Conexant is focused on delivering products for the growing number of applications that combine embedded audio and voice, which are areas where the company has developed unique capabilities over the years. Products include high-definition (HD) solutions for the PC market, HD audio codecs, and speakers-on-a-chip solutions for a wide range of audio- and voice-enabled products including PCs, PC peripheral sound systems, audio subsystems, speakers, notebook docking stations, speakerphones, and intercoms.

In embedded modems, Conexant provides analog modems based on all major industry standards. These are used in products such as satellite set-top boxes, point-of-sale terminals, and in various industrial applications.

In video surveillance, the company offers video decoders and media bridges for surveillance/security products with digital video recording capabilities. Additional solutions include video encoders with support for passive infrared technology that are targeted at "smart home" and commercial security applications.

Conexant is a fabless semiconductor company that spun-off from Rockwell in 1999. The company is headquartered in Newport Beach, Calif. and has key design centers in the U.S. and Asia, and sales offices worldwide.
Does Conexant manufacture its own products?
No. Conexant is a fabless semiconductor company, which means it does not own its own manufacturing fabrication facilities. Instead, Conexant uses foundries, which are manufacturing companies that produce semiconductors to Conexant's exact specifications.
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