for promptly settling or resolving the case.

The parties certify that, as required by Fed. R. Civ. P. 26(f), they have discussed thepossibilities for a prompt settlement or resolution of the case by alternative dispute resolution.

e.Digital contends that mediation following an initial round of discovery may be

productive.Defendants contend that mediation following the

Defendants assert that a

issues in dispute, it will significantly improve the likelihood that the parties can settle or

otherwise resolve the case. Defendants therefore believe that the

earlier a Markman Order is

issued, the quicker this case will be settled or resolved.