Two New Customizable Notebooks for Businesses and Consumers Feature Sleek New
Design and Fast Mobile Intel Pentium 4 Processor-M
SAN DIEGO, April 22 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Giving customers a wide
array of mobile computing options, Gateway, Inc. (NYSE: GTW) today introduces
two new customizable notebook computers: the advanced desktop replacement
Gateway(R) 600 and the thin-and-light Gateway 450. Both systems incorporate
Gateway's new sleek and stylish notebook design with platinum finish and
feature the Mobile Intel(R) Pentium(R) 4 Processor-M. (See Press Release,
"Beauty is More Than Skin Deep.")
"Gateway(R) stores are a melting pot of computer users -- professionals,
enthusiasts and home users," said Mike Stinson, vice president, mobile
products, Gateway, Inc. "We know first-hand that our customers are unique --
and Gateway's new portable line-up gives them more choices for a notebook that
fits their needs. But all of Gateway's new notebooks have a few things in
common -- a consistent, sleek and distinctive new design, great performance
and industry-leading value."
The rich feature sets of the Gateway 450 and Gateway 600 notebooks put
them at the top of their class. Both notebooks provide high performance with
the Mobile Intel Pentium 4 Processor-M at 1.6GHz and 1.7GHz, and will support
future processor speeds. Customers can choose from several customizable
features including memory, hard drive and software. Also, Gateway customers
can stay connected at home, in the office or on the road with the Gateway 600
and Gateway 450 notebooks' optional integrated Wi-Fi(TM) wireless technology,
integrated V.92 56K modem(1) and integrated 10/100 Ethernet.
Gateway has made it easy for businesses to standardize on a line of
portable computers while giving them the flexibility to meet their unique
needs. The new Gateway 450 and Gateway 600 are available with an optional
port replicator that is compatible with both systems. Companies wanting to
maximize their limited budget will appreciate that the modules -- hard disk
drives, CD-RW drives and DVD-ROM drives -- are also compatible with both
systems. And the Gateway 600 and Gateway 450 notebooks are available with
Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Home, Windows XP Pro, or Windows 2000; and
Microsoft Works Suite 2001(5) or Office XP Small Business Edition and Office
XP Pro.
Performance and Portability Come Together in Gateway 450
The thin-and-light Gateway 450 is the right choice for a range of portable
users looking for the perfect blend of performance and portability. The
1.2-inch thin, 5.5-pound(2) computer optimizes efficiency in areas where
workspace is limited, such as airline seating. Also, the modular design gives
computer users the flexibility to take exactly what is needed on the road.
With prices starting at only $1,499(3), the Gateway 450 delivers an unbeatable
value that can fit into virtually any budget.
In addition to its highly portable design, the Gateway 450 can be
customized to fit the needs of a wide range of mobile users. The notebook
boasts 256MB DDR RAM expandable to 512MB, choice of 14.1 or 15-inch XGA TFT
display, choice of 20GB, 30GB, or 40GB hard disk drives, choice of CD-ROM,
DVD, CD-RW, or CD-RW/DVD Combo Drive, an IEEE 1394 interface and ATI(R)
Mobility Radeon(TM) Graphics with 32MB DDR video memory.
Power Users Turn to the Gateway 600
Priced starting at only $1,799(3), the Gateway 600 is designed for
advanced users who want the best in technology for tasks such as digital
imaging and multimedia. The Gateway 600 includes an unbeatable combination of
high-end features, including a large 15.7-inch or 15-inch display, so viewing
information and digital images is easy and enjoyable. The notebook features
256MB DDR RAM expandable to 512MB, choice of 20GB, 30GB, or 40GB hard disk
drives and choice of CD-ROM, DVD, CD-RW, or CD-RW/DVD Combo Drive. Enhanced
multimedia capabilities, including an IEEE 1394 interface and ATI Mobility
Radeon 7500 Graphics with 64MB of DDR video memory make the Gateway 600 a
multimedia and entertainment powerhouse on the road or in the office.
The Gateway 600's two modular media bays provides expansion and
flexibility options usually only found in a desktop system. A second battery
can be added to give extended productivity while on the road. For users in
data intensive industries, second and third hard drives can be added -- for a
maximum total of 120GB of storage space. The Gateway 600 can also support two
optical drives, so users can choose a combination of drives including CD-ROM,
DVD, CD-RW or CD-RW/DVD Combo drives.
For more information about the Gateway 450, Gateway 600 or any of
Gateway's products and services, call 800-846-2106, visit the company's Web
site at http://www.gateway.com or go to one of the Gateway stores nationwide.
About Gateway
Gateway, Inc. (NYSE: GTW), a personal technology company, improves
people's lives through a combination of the latest and best hardware,
communication tools, applications, training and service, all offered with a
custom financing package. The company takes a localized approach, utilizing
its Web site, call centers and nationwide network of Gateway retail stores to
build direct relationships with consumers, small and medium businesses and
government and education institutions. A Fortune 500(R) company founded in
1985, Gateway is the top brand in customer loyalty and for first-time home
computer purchases of Wintel-based PCs(4). For more information, visit
Gateway's Web site at http://www.gateway.com .
(1) Maximum data transfer rate dependent upon multiple variables.
(2) Weight varies with options.
(3) Prices and configurations subject to change without notice or
obligation. Prices exclude shipping and handling and taxes.
(4) From the Harris Interactive Consumer TechPoll(SM) study of 140,000 PC
owners who use the Internet, released March 5, 2001.
(5) Pocket Streets for Microsoft(R) Windows(R) CE requires Windows(R) CE
2.0 or later. Hardware available separately.
SOURCE Gateway, Inc.
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CONTACT:
media, Lisa Emard of Gateway, Inc.,
+1-858-848-3426, lisa.emard@gateway.com
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