Premio Computer Introduces Premio Minos Desktop and Midtower Micro ATX Chassis to Support Three New Intel-R- Pentium 4 Systems

Business Wire, April 10, 2002

Business Editors and High-Tech Writers

CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 10, 2002

Premio Computer Inc. has announced the new Premio(R) Minos Desktop and Minos Midtower micro ATX chassis designed to accommodate standard micro ATX form factor motherboards.

Both systems offer the latest in DDR enabled Pentium(R) 4 capabilities and powerful Intel processor performance with outstanding functional capabilities.

The initial motherboards provided in the new cases give users the opportunity to take advantage of the latest technologies in processor, memory, and chipset architecture, including speeds of 2.2GHz and higher. The Minos Desktop configuration measures 5.5-inch H x 13.5-inch W x 17.5-inch D, allowing for easy placement in the office, home, or classroom. The Minos Midtower micro system measures 14.0-inch H x 7.0-inch W x 16.0-inch D, offering a relatively compact tower system typically for academic institutions, businesses, and government agencies.

Both systems provide two 5.25-inch external drive bays to accommodate optical drives such as CD, DVD, or CDRW, one external 3.5-inch drive bay for floppy disk or zip drive, and two internal 3.5-inch drive bays for IDE hard drives. Other features include two front USB ports and front jacks for microphone and headset. Integrated features include onboard AC97 audio and 10/100Mbps LAN for quick connections to existing networks, and joystick/MIDI port (depending on model.)

"The new Minos systems are the latest in Premio's continuing commitment to provide the latest technology at the best price performance ratio possible," said Lili Yu, Premio product manager. "Both Minos systems provide an excellent means of achieving good performance at a very affordable cost."

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, 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, Dallas, Denver, 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, contact the Premio marketing department at 800/677-6477, or visit Premio's Web site at www.premiopc.com. Premio Computer is located at 918 Radecki Court, City of Industry, Calif. 91748; Tel: 626/839-3100; Fax: 626/839-3111.

Note to Editors: Premio is a registered trademark of Premio Computer Inc. All trademarks are properties of their respective companies.