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To: Night Writer who wrote (95637)	3/4/2002 11:04:39 AM
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Compaq Delivers Two Powerful New Wireless Ready Notebooks Presario 2800 and Evo N800 Feature MultiPort Wireless Solutions and New Pentium 4 Processors to Enable Mobile Computing Freedom HOUSTON, Mar 4, 2002 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Compaq Computer Corporation (NYSE: CPQ) today announced the Presario 2800 and Evo N800 notebooks, two new powerful wireless-ready notebook computers that deliver desktop equivalent performance in sleek, stylish designs. Both the Presario 2800 and Evo N800 take advantage of the powerful new Mobile Intel 1.7 GHz Pentium 4-M processor to conquer the most demanding processor intensive applications without sacrificing the mobility that customers demand. "The Presario 2800 and Evo N800 will be the fastest Compaq notebooks available on the market," said Kevin Frost, vice president, Mobile Products, Compaq's Access Business Group. "The performance of the Pentium 4, coupled with our MultiPort wireless solution allows mobile users the power and freedom to stay connected to their information anytime, anywhere." Originally introduced with the Evo line of notebooks and already recognized as the most innovative wireless solution on the market(1), the MultiPort wireless solution will now be available on a variety of future Compaq Presario and Evo Notebooks. MultiPort provides users the convenience to access the Internet or their enterprise network without cables. Currently available in either an 802.11b or Bluetooth module, MultiPort provides customers with greater performance than traditional wireless PC cards and increased flexibility for upgrading and expanding. Customers are no longer limited by the location of their PC. They now have the power and freedom to stay connected anytime, anywhere. Presario 2800 Honored as "Editor's Choice" at the 2002 Consumer Electronics Show(2), the Presario 2800 delivers integrated 802.11b wireless, the latest technology and great multimedia performance. Sporting a sleek, stylish silver casing and weighing less than 6 pounds, the Presario 2800 includes a 1.7 GHz Mobile Intel Pentium 4-M processor, 30 GB hard drive, 15" SXGA+ panel, ATI Mobility Radeon 7500 graphics with 64 MB of DDR (Double Data Rate) memory, DVD/CD-RW combo drive, additional MultiBay battery, 802.11b MultiPort and USB 2.0 support. Pricing for this configuration starts at $2,399(3). To get additional information or to pre-order your system, go to www.compaq.com/athome/2800 or any Compaq Built For You location. Evo N800 Designed for businesses that demand reliability and stability with leading edge performance, the new Evo N800 packs the power of the new Pentium 4 processors in a slim 1.3" thin design. The Evo N800 includes the most advanced portable product features in the marketplace. Its modular design includes MultiPort and MultiBay which provide outstanding flexibility and investment protection, allowing for easy integration of wireless, removable media, and other performance enhancements. A three-year warranty is also standard on select Evo N800 models. The Evo N800 will feature the latest Mobile Intel Pentium 4-M processors, up to a 60 GB hard drive, choice of up to 15" panels including UXGA+ resolution, ATI Mobility Radeon 7500 graphics with up to 64 MB of DDR memory, various optical drives including a DVD/CD-RW combo drive and USB 2.0 support. The Evo N800 is expected to be available in the second quarter of 2002. Customer Service and Support All Compaq notebooks offer quick and effective product care and customer service for full product lifecycle assistance. eServices, including the industry leading Compaq Customer Communities and best-in-class email response system are available to customers 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at www.compaq.com/consumersupport . Additional service plans such as Accidental Damage Protection and hardware warranty extensions are also available, offering maximum flexibility for extended peace of mind.