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To: StockMan who wrote (28974)	2/26/1998 6:31:00 PM
From: Maverick	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 1574004

With this rumored deal, looks like your sure thing info about AMD's improving yields is BS after all. Mr. Stockman, for all due respect, I expect this from you. I stand by AMD's improved yield. Had AMD not discovered some subtle masking step mistake, the IBM deal would not materialize. The technical problem was not the 0.25 um process specific such as the deep ultraviolet photolithography. The IBM deal, if signed, would save AMD lots of money for not having to open another billion-dollar 0.25 um or 0.18 um fab to satisfy the demand. IBM has been an expert at submicron mfgr including the 0.18 um that AMD can hardly afford to build on its own. INTC has been successful ramping up their products because they made the same R&D team responsible for ramping up products. If one knows he/she has to carry the backpack, he/she wouldn't put rock in it. AMD has learned this lesson the hard way. I hope you join us soon capitalizing the AMD phenom at your own risk. Please let me know when you buy the first AMD shares and at what price. It's better late than never. Mid 20s is still a reasnable price. I couldn't wait to see you come on board. Regards.

To: StockMan who wrote (28974)	2/26/1998 6:55:00 PM
From: Maverick	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 1574004

Compaq introduces AMD-K6 processor-based PCs in Mexico M2 PRESSWIRE-26 February 1998-AMD: Compaq introduces AMD-K6 processor-based PCs in Mexico (C)1994-98 M2 COMMUNICATIONS LTD -- World's largest PC maker targets growing Mexican retail market with three Presario systems powered by the AMD-K6 Processor AMD today announced that its AMD-K6 processor powers new Presario personal computers introduced in Mexico by Compaq Computer Corporation (NYSE: CPQ), the world's leading personal computer manufacturer. "AMD is excited about the opportunity to provide the world's number-one PC manufacturer with a competitive source of Windows compatible, sixth-generation processors for the burgeoning PC market in Mexico," said David Boikess, director of Latin America sales and marketing for AMD. "This relationship with Compaq also validates the acceptance and value of the AMD-K6 processor for mainstream personal computing." New Compaq models incorporating the AMD-K6 processor include two desktop personal computers and one notebook PC designed for the home market. The Presario 2240 desktop PC is based on a 200-MHz AMD-K6 processor, and the higher-performance Presario 4550 PC is powered by the 233-MHz AMD-K6 processor. The Presario 1621 notebook PC is based on the 233-MHz AMD-K6 processor using AMD's 0.25-micron process technology. This technology enables low-power operation for longer battery life in mobile applications. The Compaq Presario 2240, 4550, and 1621 systems are now available in authorized retail stores in Mexico. Each system features powerful multimedia and communication capabilities and comes pre-loaded with the Microsoft Windows 95 operating system and a library of Internet access, personal productivity, and "edutainment" software. About the AMD-K6 Processor The AMD-K6 processor delivers leading-edge, sixth-generation performance for today's demanding Windows compatible home and office applications. When comparing equally priced systems, PCs based on the AMD-K6 processor deliver better performance and features than those based on the Pentium II. The AMD-K6 processor is MMX enabled in order to accelerate graphics, audio, and video applications and enrich the multimedia experience. The AMD-K6 processor's Socket 7 compatibility enables PC manufacturers and resellers to take advantage of low-cost, high-volume system designs and mature infrastructure, resulting in fast time to market and an easier upgrade path to more powerful members of the AMD-K6 family. The 8.8-million-transistor AMD-K6 processor is manufactured at AMD's state-of-the-art Fab 25 wafer fabrication facility in Austin, Texas.