Premio Computer Introduces Aries M133 Desktop System Offering Low-Cost, High-Performance Computing Solution for Education and Government Markets

Business Wire, March 19, 2001

Business Editors/Technology Writers

CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-March 19, 2001-- Targeting education and government markets seeking expandable, quality desktop systems in a cost-effective package, Premio Computer, Inc., a leading manufacturer of PC desktops, workstations and servers, has added the Premio(R) Aries M133 to the company's high-performance line of desktop systems.

Featuring the AMD(TM) Duron processor, the Aries M133 incorporates the latest VIA ProSavage4 KM133 chipset and provides two 168-pin DIMM sockets for expandability up to 1GB of memory.

Priced at only $889.00 with a 15" monitor included, the Aries M133 provides a cost-effective solution while offering powerful capabilities normally expected at higher prices. The Aries M133 features a variety of flexible video solutions including onboard S3 ProSavage video with user selectable memory options of 8, 16 and 32MB. The AGP controller supports full AGP v2.0 capability for maximum bus utilization including 1x, 2x and 4x mode transfers SBA (SideBand Addressing), Flush/Fence commands, and pipelined grants. The KM133 chipset also features integrated Creative Labs PCI 128 audio with four speakers and EAX support for 3D gaming.

"With high performance speed, memory and audio/video capabilities, the Aries M133 is ideally suited for applications utilizing Microsoft(R) Office 2000, e-mail, and Internet browsing, " said Samuel Sanchez, Premio Desktop, Server and Network Product Manager. "Those capabilities, combined with its extremely attractive pricing and ability to outperform equivalent systems, should make it a popular system for educators and government personnel seeking system functionality that can expand as needed."

The Aries M133 also includes two IDE busmastering channels (ATA-66/100 support), two rear USB ports, one serial/COM port and one parallel/LPT port. All Aries Systems are built to order, allowing complete customization for individual requirements. The standard configuration supports PC100/133 DIMM SDRAM, AMD Duron 850 MHz processor and includes VIA KM133 chipset, 20GB ATA-66 Hard drive and 15" monitor.

Premio offers toll-free technical support, a 3-year limited warranty (2-year limited warranty on motherboard), and full documentation available on the Premio web site: www.premiopc.com

About Premio Computer, Inc.

With headquarters in the City of Industry, California, Premio Computer manufactures, custom-configures, markets and distributes Premio(R) brand servers and desktop computers through its base of resellers across the nation. Regional operations in Atlanta, Chicago, Denver, Dallas, Miami and New Jersey provide local, responsive service and support to its loyal base of customers. Premio's "build-to-order" philosophy carries through installation, networking, service and training to ensure that each customer's specific goals are met. In 1998, Premio Computer was awarded ISO-9002 certification for manufacturing, reaffirming that all Premio systems are manufactured with stringent quality standards. Founded in 1989, Premio's products are present in countless schools, government agencies and businesses across the nation. GSA and state contract vehicles are also available.

For more information and detailed technical specifications on Premio's products, please contact the Premio marketing department at 800/677-6477, or visit Premio's web site at www.premiopc.com. Premio Computer, Inc., is located at 918 Radecki Court, City of Industry, CA 91748, Tel: 626/839-3100, Fax: 626/839-3111.

Premio is a registered trademark of Premio Computer, Inc. All trademarks are properties of their respective companies.