Compaq Web Advisory: Compaq Delivers Servers, Desktops and Workstations Featuring Intel Pentium III Processors

Business Wire, Feb 26, 1999

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 26, 1999--

Offers New Presario Internet PCs Featuring Intel Pentium III

And AMD K6-III Processor

Recognized around the world as a leading global IT solutions provider, Compaq Computer Corporation (NYSE:CPQ) today announced the immediate availability of Deskpro, ProLiant, Prosignia, Professional Workstation AP, and Presario products featuring Intel(R) Pentium(R) III processors, as well as availability of the new AMD-K6(R)-III processor in the Presario 5600 Internet PC Series.

"Compaq's ability to design and deliver best-in-class products that optimize the additional performance made possible by new technologies, such as these advanced processors, further demonstrates the company's commitment to our customers," said Enrico Pesatori, Senior Vice President of Corporate Marketing, Compaq Computer Corporation. "Offering the latest innovations in computer processing technology is a cornerstone of Compaq's commitment to meeting the specific needs of each segment across our diverse customer base."

Deskpro

Designed for the enterprise customer seeking the optimal combination of manageability, serviceability and performance in their desktop PCs, Compaq's Deskpro family equipped with Pentium III processors is available today in desktop, minitower, small form factor, or towerable desktop chassis designs. Additional after-market options are also available for all Deskpro models, including a range of graphics, storage, networking and biometrics solutions.

ProLiant

The market share leader in standards-based servers, Compaq is making the Pentium III processor available in its ProLiant 3000, ProLiant 1850R, ProLiant 1600 and ProLiant 800 servers. With the Pentium III, ProLiant servers deliver more powerful performance and improved database and Web-server capabilities for demanding workgroup, departmental and data center computing environments

Prosignia

Compaq Prosignia desktops equipped with Intel Pentium III processors provide fast, reliable computing solutions for today's business-intensive applications. These Prosignia models are equipped to handle advanced multimedia capabilities, including media and communications applications, high-quality graphics and imaging, video conferencing and full-screen, full-motion video.

Professional Workstation AP

Compaq's AP (Affordable Performance) line of Professional Workstations provides the optimum balance of price, performance and value for workstation users. The AP200, AP400 and AP500 models offer single or dual Pentium III processors, and the PowerStorm 300 graphics solution has been equipped with new graphics drivers that leverage the Pentium III processor's Streaming SIMD extensions to accelerate graphics-intensive applications.

Presario

The Presario 5600 Internet PC Series offers the customer the choice of the Intel Pentium III or the AMD-K6-III processor. This series is designed for computing enthusiasts who demand maximum computing power for fast Internet exploration, as well as demanding multimedia applications.

For more information on Compaq products available with Pentium III and the AMD K6-III processors, visit http://www.compaq.com/newsroom/pr/1999/index.html.> Company Background

Compaq Computer Corporation, a Fortune Global 100 company, is the second largest computer company in the world and the largest global supplier of computer systems. Compaq develops and markets hardware, software, solutions and services, including industry-leading enterprise computing solutions, fault-tolerant business-critical solutions, enterprise and network storage solutions, commercial desktop and portable products and consumer PCs. The company is an industry leader in environmentally friendly programs and business practices.

Compaq products are sold and supported in more than 100 countries through a network of authorized Compaq marketing partners. Customer support and information about Compaq and its products are available at http://www.compaq.com.

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