MPC Computers Wins Best New Technology Award at FOSE Government IT Expo
New TransPort T3000 Wins Notebook Category
NAMPA, Idaho, April 1 /PRNewswire/ -- MPC Computers, a Gores Technology
Group company, today announced the TransPort(R) T3000 notebook computer. This
new system received top honors for the Best New Technology Awards in the
notebook category at FOSE, the premier government trade show held last week in
Washington DC. The T3000 incorporates the latest mobile technology, including
Intel's(R) Centrino(R) mobile solution, along with government-required legacy
ports, bays, and multi-level security features. These security features
include an integrated smart card reader and MPC's innovative biometric
fingerprint recognition system.
"We are extremely pleased to have been recognized at FOSE with the Best
New Technology award," said Paul Petersen, MPC's vice president of product
marketing and development. "Receiving such a prestigious award from the
government community confirms that the T3000's government-specific design is
right on track."
The T3000 is a unique combination of new technology, legacy support and
security features, all packaged in a notebook designed to maximize mobility.
The TransPort T3000 delivers the latest in mobile technology, including
Gigabit Ethernet, ATI's Mobility Radeon 9700 graphics and Intel's Centrino
mobile solution, which offers long battery life, high processing performance
and enhanced wireless connectivity. The legacy support features include a
serial port, a parallel port and a type I or type II PCMCIA slot.
To meet the security requirements of government customers, the TransPort
T3000 offers an integrated smart card reader, tool-less removable hard drive,
and a biometric fingerprint scanner. The smart card reader offers a means of
reading smart cards without the need for an external device. The tool-less
removable hard drive, with one thumbscrew, provides easy removal, allowing
customers with highly sensitive information to remove and protect their data.
The biometric fingerprint scanner provides secure access to the notebook and
its data, requiring validation of the user's fingerprint before the system can
be booted and before certain files can be opened.
Additional Features for Convenience and Flexibility:
- The optical device bay has many options, including: CD-ROM, DVD-ROM,
Combo Drive, DVD+RW, 2nd hard drive or 6-in-1 media reader.
- The notebook also features a bridge battery, which allows the user to
replace batteries without powering down the system.
- The T3000's port replicator connects on the bottom without requiring a
cable and features its own power-on button, which allows the user to
power up the system without opening the notebook. It also includes
complete LAN & modem pass-through ports, 2 additional USB ports (for a
total of 4 USB ports), and a DVI connector.
Complete T3000 Feature Set:
* Intel Centrino mobile technology
* Up to 2GB 333MHz DDR SDRAM memory
* Integrated Gigabit 10/100/1000 Ethernet
* ATI Mobility Radeon 9700 64MB graphics solution
* Integrated smart card reader and Touchchip fingerprint scanner for
added security
* Tool-less removable hard drive
* 1 PCMCIA card slot, 2 USB 2.0, 1 parallel, 1 serial and 1 PS/2 port
* Integrated mini-PCI wireless option for 802.11b/g
* 6-in-1 media reader option for the optical device bay
* Choice of 14.1" XGA or 15.0" SXGA+ display
T3000 Sample Configuration and Price:
Intel Pentium-M 1.5GHz Processor
128MB 333MHz DDR SDRAM
20GB 5400RPM Hard Drive
24X CD-ROM Drive
64MB ATI Mobility Radeon 9700 Graphics Solution
14.1" XGA Display
Microsoft(R) Windows XP Professional
Internal 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet
Integrated Wireless 802.11b/g
6-in-1 Media Reader
Internal v.92 Modem
Touchchip Biometric Fingerprint Scanner
3 years Parts, Technical Support and Depot Repair
Price: $1,800.00
Standard Service & Support
The TransPort T3000 includes 3 years of depot repair service, replacement
parts and technical support as part of the standard configuration.
Optional Services
Advanced Portable Exchange
Customers can restore their notebook functionality quickly with MPC's
innovative Advanced Portable Exchange Service. If MPC Technical Support
determines a customer's notebook needs to be replaced, MPC will ship the
replacement notebook to the customer on the next business day, anywhere in the
continental U.S. Additionally, the replacement notebook will arrive with the
original serial number, allowing customers to maintain consistency within
their asset management records.
SystemSat
SystemSat provides the highest level of protection for MPC notebooks.
This service provides for system repairs and replacements due to any covered
accidental damage such as drops, liquid spills, cracked screens, or fire.
Availability
The TransPort T3000 will be available in May to order directly from MPC at
mpccorp.com or by calling (888) 224-4247. MPC notebook computer products
are also offered through our channel partners including CDW, PC Connection and
PC Mall.
About MPC
MPC Computers, LLC, provides award-winning computer products and services
to its target markets of mid-sized businesses, government agencies and
education organizations. MPC's mission is to provide its customers with a
superior level of service and support in addition to its high-quality PC
products. MPC, headquartered in Nampa, Idaho, is held by Gores Technology
Group, an international acquisition and management company. More information
about the company can be found at mpccorp.com.
About Gores Technology Group, LLC
Gores Technology Group, LLC is a private investment firm focused on the
technology and telecommunications sectors. The firm combines the seasoned
M & A team of a traditional financial buyer with the operational expertise and
detailed due diligence capabilities of a strategic buyer. Gores has a long
standing record of creating sustainable value in its portfolio companies by
focusing on customers and employees, supporting management with operational
expertise and providing capital required for growth. Headquartered in Los
Angeles, Gores maintains offices in Boulder; New York; London; and Zurich.
(http://www.gores.com)
SOURCE MPC Computers
Web Site: mpccorp.com
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