NFORCE baybee...finally
MicronPC Introduces Extreme Performance Desktop PC--the Millennia® XP+™
about.micronpc.com
MicronPC Is The First U.S. PC Manufacturer to Deliver System Featuring New NVIDIA® nForce™ Platform Architecture and Latest AMD Athlon™ XP Processors
Nampa, Idaho, November 6, 2001—MicronPC, a Gores Technology Group company, today announced the introduction of the Millennia® XP+™--its highest performing AMD Athlon™ XP processor-based computer. The Millennia XP+ is designed to meet the requirements of today's most demanding computer buyer and offers performance-minded users a powerful computing experience.
The Millennia XP+ offers the latest technology innovations, including the NVIDIA® nForce™ Platform Processing Architecture, the AMD Athlon XP processors, and DDR (Double Data Rate) SDRAM memory technology. This new addition to the Millennia line is designed for high-end users and enthusiasts who demand cutting-edge performance, headroom, and flexibility. The Millennia XP+ delivers unmatched system and memory performance, plus stunning 3D graphics and 3D audio.
"The Millennia XP+ sets a new standard in computing performance, and we are very excited about the power it brings to those consumer, home office, and small business customers who demand high-performance desktops," said Paul Petersen, Vice President, Product Marketing and Development for MicronPC. "This combination of innovative technologies represents MicronPC's fastest PC platform architecture to date and is ideal for power-hungry multimedia, content creation, and gaming applications that place a high demand on system performance."
"MicronPC is one of the true innovators in desktop PCs," said Jeff Fisher, Senior Vice President of Sales at NVIDIA. "By featuring the nForce Platform Processing Architecture in their new Millennia XP+ PC, MicronPC will be offering a revolutionary new PC platform design, integrating system, graphics, communications, and audio technologies to deliver unmatched system performance for the mainstream PC market."
Millennia XP+ Features
MicronPC has again proven itself a technology leader by employing innovative designs in the Millennia XP+. Key component features include integration of NVIDIA's nForce Platform Processing Architecture and AMD's Athlon XP processors.
NVIDIA's nForce Platform Processing Architecture incorporates an optimized 128-bit memory architecture to provide the highest possible bandwidth, boosting CPU performance and providing unparalleled 3D graphics performance. The nForce Platform Processing Architecture also integrates advanced Dolby 5.1 audio support and enhanced data streaming technology for superior broadband and networking performance.
The AMD Athlon XP processor features the patented QuantiSpeed™ architecture, which delivers up to a 25 percent performance advantage versus competitive processors on a broad array of real-world applications.
Service and Support
The Millennia XP+ comes with MicronPC's award-winning package of service and support for desktop products. Support includes 24 x 7 x 365 technical support with a one-year limited warranty on all other components, and one year of onsite repair.
Sample Configuration
The Millennia XP+ will be available for order beginning November 12, 2001, at www.micronpc.com. One sample price and configuration is shown below:
Processor: AMD Athlon XP 1900+ with Quantispeed Architecture
Memory: 256MB PC2100 DDR Sdram
Hard drive: 100GB ATA-100 hard drive
CD/DVD: DVD-R/CDRW Combo Drive w/media disc
Video: Integrated GeForce2 MX graphics w/TV Out
Monitor: 19in MicronPC 910EX Display (18in viewable)
Audio: Dolby Digital 5.1 Integrated Sound
Speakers: Altec Lansing AVS200 Speakers
Comm: 56K V.90 PCI Modem
Software: Microsoft Works Suite Basic
Operating System: Microsoft® Windows® XP Home
Warranty: One year, Onsite, Next Business Day Parts & Labor
Price: $1997.00
About MicronPC
MicronPC, LLC, provides award-winning computer products and services for small and medium business, government, education, and consumer markets. In addition to its direct business-to-business sales channel, MicronPC products are sold through leading resellers nationwide. MicronPC is held by Gores Technology Group, an international acquisition and management company, through its affiliate, GTG PC Holdings, LLC. MicronPC is headquartered in Nampa, Idaho. More information about the company can be found at www.micronpc.com.
About Gores Technology Group
With headquarters in Los Angeles, Gores Technology Group (GTG) is a privately held international acquisition and management firm that pursues an aggressive strategy of acquiring promising high-technology organizations and managing them for growth and profitability. GTG has made a name for itself by acquiring and successfully managing companies--including many divisions acquired from large publicly traded companies--through its commitment to customers, employees, and continued development of intellectual property. GTG has acquired and managed approximately 40 interrelated but autonomous technology-oriented companies with locations throughout the world. Those companies provide a broad range of technology-based products and services to a substantial customer base representing millions of active users worldwide. Visit the company's Web site at www.gores.com.
Millennia is a registered trademark of MicronPC, LLC. NVIDIA, and nForce are trademarks of NVIDIA Corporation, AMD, and AMD Athlon are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All product and company names herein may be trademarks of their respective owners. |
