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To: Scumbria who wrote (50742)	8/22/2000 2:32:43 PM
From: Don Green	Respond to of 93625

Viking Components First to Receive SO-RIMM Validation Through Rambus Test Labs; Viking SO-RIMMs Offer High-Speed Bandwidth for Networking Applications Story Filed: Tuesday, August 22, 2000 1:21 PM EST RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, Calif., Aug 22, 2000 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Viking Components, one of the world's largest and fastest-growing manufacturers of OEM and upgrade component technology, Tuesday announced it is the first in the industry to receive validation through Rambus(R) test labs for its 64 MB 800 MHz SO-RIMM(TM) modules for networking and communications platforms. Viking SO-RIMMs support the Sitera PRISM network processor used in networking and communications systems and are based on Rambus high-bandwidth, high-speed memory technology to maximize the processing speed of smart switches, routers and networking applications. "Viking's Rambus-validated SO-RIMM products will benefit many of our advanced network equipment OEM customers who require a high-bandwidth memory solution to support the Internet's growing data traffic and other networking activities," said Richard Barrett, director of program management for OEM sales, Viking Components. "The Viking SO-RIMM offers the high-speed capabilities of Rambus technology in the smaller form factor to meet the industry trend towards smaller package design." "Viking's investment in engineering and manufacturing as well as our close-working relationship with Rambus since 1998 has enabled us to be one of the first in the industry to deliver SO-RIMM samples to OEMs," said Shannon Biggs. "Validation from Rambus assures our customers that we are in compliance with Rambus specifications and that we produce only the highest quality modules." Product Information All Viking memory is 100 percent at-speed tested and ships with a lifetime warranty and 24/7 toll-free support. Guaranteed onsite response or $500 service reimbursement is also available for qualified customers. Capacity Part Number 64 MB 800MHz SO-RIMM RSO644Z8N2-AR01 About Viking Components Viking Components Inc. is best known for its leadership position in the computer memory, flash and communication product marketplaces. Viking offers more than 2,000 products to leading OEM, VAR and retail businesses and markets its products through a broad network of worldwide distributors, resellers and retail chains. Viking products include Rambus, DDR, SDRAM, SRAM and EDO memory modules; CompactFlash(TM), SmartMedia(TM) and ATA PC Cards; IntelliFlash(TM) USB flash memory reader/writer; internal and external modems including USB, PCI and ISA; and PC Card modems. Viking, one of three CMTL(SM) Gold Certified Memory Manufacturers, has ISO registered facilities in its Rancho Santa Margarita headquarters (ISO 9001) and its European facility based in Dublin, Ireland (ISO 9002). For more information about Viking Components, call 800/338-2361 in the United States, +353-1466-0090 in Europe or visit the Viking Web site at www.vikingcomponents.com. Note to Editors: Rambus is a registered trademark of Rambus Inc. RIMM is a trademark of Rambus Inc. CONTACT: Viking Components Inc., Rancho Santa Margarita Christina Karpowitz (editorial), 949/643-7255, Ext. 589 Ckarpowitz@vikingcomponents.com URL: businesswire.com

To: Scumbria who wrote (50742)	8/22/2000 2:35:18 PM
From: Don Green	Respond to of 93625

Scumbria> Most laptop users don't need a lot of performance. Battery life is much more important. Actually I think a great deal of laptop sales are based on replacing a large bulky desktop rather than needing portability.. So horsepower is very important, and battery use much less. Don

To: Scumbria who wrote (50742)	8/22/2000 8:46:41 PM
From: Dave B	Respond to of 93625

Most laptop users don't need a lot of performance. Battery life is much more important. In general, I'd agree with you. But the article (which I promise to find shortly) said that they're going after 10% of the portable market (the ultralight segment). Dave p.s. Congrats to all the longs! I have about 100 messages to catch up on to see if there was any news. Missed most of today as we took our two older kids out on a "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" kind of day (they start kindergarten tomorrow).