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To: Dealer who wrote (9449)	3/28/2000 8:49:00 AM
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XTND--Extended Systems Launches Latest Feature Enhancements to ExtendNet 4000 Internet Appliance BUSINESS WIRE - March 27, 2000 13:21 BOISE, Idaho, Mar 27, 2000 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- New features to enhance ease-of-use and reliability for small business customers Extended Systems (Nasdaq:XTND) announced today a feature release of the ExtendNet 4000 Internet appliance, targeted at the rapidly expanding small to medium-sized business (SMB) market. The new release, ExtendNet 4000 Version 1.1, provides an enhanced, all-in-one solution for SMBs to connect to and build a business presence on the Internet. ExtendNet 4000 continues to feature the open-source Red Hat Linux operating system to provide easy integration and support of Internet-based applications and products and brings businesses e-mail capabilities, Web publishing and firewall security in one complete solution. ExtendNet 1.1 offers a new set of features that raises the standard in the market for ease-of-use and reliability of Internet Appliance products. These new features include: -- A client installation wizard which automatically configures the IP settings of a client PC and cuts overall client installation time by 75%. -- E-mail alerts notify the administrator of critical system events such as the amount of Internet connectivity time used to date, firewall denials and changes in system power. -- Uninterruptible power supply (UPS) bundle which allows ExtendNet 4000 to shutdown when power to the unit changes and to restart once the power is restored to a constant state again. -- Localized language support of the administration utility for use in other countries, including Canada, France and Germany to assist non-English speaking businesses in building a web presence. -- Automated, scheduled back-up of the ExtendNet 4000 to the local network or to an external FTP server with encryption capabilities. A key differentiator of the ExtendNet 4000 Version 1.1 is the new level of ease of use and reliability it provides to small businesses that do not have technical expertise. Through the recently announced Get Connected program, Extended Systems is teaming with value-added resellers (VARs) and Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to provide complete Internet solution packages for small to medium-sized businesses. Partnering VARs provide installation services and local on-going solution support, while Extended Systems provides the ExtendNet 4000 Internet appliance. Internet services are provided by regional and national ISPs. "We're able to draw upon our extensive experience in the Internet appliance area to provide a full-featured product with the reliability and ease of use the small to medium-sized business needs," said Brad Surkamer, Extended Systems Internet Solutions Business Unit Manager. "The complexity of other solutions can be intimidating, so our focus is on offering a complete Internet solution that is easy to implement and provides service and Internet connectivity options." Pricing and Availability ExtendNet 4000 1.1 is expected to begin shipping April 7, 2000. It will be available as a standard part of the ExtendNet 4000 through resellers and distributors worldwide. Street prices will vary, depending on the Internet connectivity options, from $2,599 to $2,799. ExtendNet 4000 1.1 is backed by free technical support, a 30-day money-back guarantee and a two-year, overnight replacement warranty (with return of a product registration card). An extended three-year product warranty that delivers a total of five years of warranty protection can be purchased for $199. Additionally, a Smart UPS can be bundled with the ExtendNet 4000 for $279. About Extended Systems Extended Systems is a leading provider of mobile information management solutions that enable mobile users to access, synchronize, collect, retrieve and print information on demand. The company's products include PC and server-based data synchronization software, short-range wireless connectivity technologies (IrDA- and Bluetooth-compliant), Linux-based Internet access solutions, a complete line of network print servers, and client/server database management systems with remote access capabilities. Founded in 1984, Extended Systems employs over 350 people worldwide and has an extensive domestic and international distribution network. The company has offices and subsidiaries in the U.S. and worldwide. For more information, please contact Joanne Taylor at Extended Systems Inc., 5777 North Meeker Avenue, Boise, ID 83713. Telephone: 208/322-7575. Fax: 208/377-1906. Web site address: www.extendedsystems.com. Certain matters set forth in this press release, such as Extended Systems' ability to successfully market and sell the ExtendNet 4000 1.1, are forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties. These risks and uncertainties include the impact of competitive products and pricing, alternative technological advances, the timely and successful development and market acceptance of new products, upgrades to existing products and other risks as detailed from time-to-time in Extended Systems' SEC filings, including its Annual Reports on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q.