McMannis - Acer rolls out new PCs - with Intel Inside
Acer announced a host of new "Corporate" PCs with Intel Celeron and Pentium II CPUs, ranging in speed from 266 MHz up to 450 MHz.
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Acer Expands AcerPower Corporate PC Family; Launches Two
New Lines Of Price/Performance Computers
PR Newswire - September 02, 1998 14:58
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AcerPower 4100 and AcerPower 6000 Offer Outstanding Price/Performance Solutions for Business, Education and Government Markets
SAN JOSE, Calif., Sept. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Helping businesses choose the best PC solutions for their needs, Acer America, subsidiary of the Acer Group, the world's third largest PC manufacturer, today launched two new lines of corporate computers -- the AcerPower 4100 series and the AcerPower 6000 series. These two new PC lines offer Acer customers a broad selection of high-performance, low-cost PC solutions that are optimized for use in a variety of computing environments.
For professionals who need exceptional desktop performance at competitive prices, the AcerPower 4100 series offers state-of-the-art performance, integrated networking and system expandability. By comparison, the AcerPower 6000 series is an ideal entry-level solution for small businesses, educational institutions and those with limited budgets that need a reliable solution to run day-to-day tasks such as e-mail, Internet browsing, and basic office applications.
"By expanding the AcerPower corporate computer family, Acer customers can choose the best PC solution to fit their computing needs," said Gregg Prendergast, director of the Reseller Business Division at Acer. "With the addition of the AcerPower 4100 and 6000 series, Acer channel partners can confidently offer top-quality systems that exceed their customers expectations."
AcerPower 4100
The AcerPower 4100 family incorporates the latest high-performance technologies with integrated networking and excellent expandability features for businesses that need extremely robust networked solutions.
Powered by a spectrum of Intel Pentium(R) II processors, including the fastest available today -- 450MHz -- the AcerPower 4100 series is the first line of desktop PC solutions from Acer to bring cutting-edge technologies, such as 100MHz front-side bus, to sub-$1,500 price points.
Ideal for networked environments, the AcerPower 4100 hosts an array of network and management features,such as Wakeup On LAN and integrated PCI 10/100 Ethernet. The series is DMI 2.0 and S.M.A.R.T system
compliant and designed to meet Wired for Management (WFM) 1.1 baseline standards. This translates to the AcerPower 4100 line as being one of the most advanced and easiest to manage node-to-network connectivity
solutions.
An integrated 64-bit ATI Rage Pro Turbo AGP 2x video graphics solution with 4MB SGRAM provides lightning-fast video performance, which is supported by an integrated 16-bit SoundBlaster(R) compatible audio
solution. A 32-speed (maximum) CD-ROM drive and optional stereo speakers round-out the AcerPower 4100 series as a smart choice for those who need high-performance graphics and multimedia performance.
AcerPower 6000 Series
The AcerPower 6000 series provides users with a reliable, entry-level solution, without having to sacrifice performance or quality. With enhanced design features, multiple permutations of processors and peripherals can be selected, thus making the AcerPower 6000 an excellent choice for most any need.
Designed for optimal cost savings and performance, the AcerPower 6000 family sports a variety of Intel processors, including Intel Celeron(R) and Intel Pentium II processors, ranging from 266-to-333MHz.
The AcerPower 6000 series can be configured in a variety of ways to meet any business need. Multiple hard disk options, starting from 3.2GB can be selected, as well as other features, such as a 3Com(R)-based integrated Ethernet adapter or 56K modem communications. Included with the AcerPower 6000 series is a fast ATI AGP 4MB SGRAM video solution with integrated audio to provide solid Web and multimedia performance.
Estimated street prices for the AcerPower 6000 start as low as $749. Models powered by Pentium II processors start as low as $899.
Additional upgrade options for all AcerPower 4100 and 6000 series include: Iomega Zip(TM) drives, upgradeable wavetable synthesis sound cards and Logitech(R) wheel mice.
OS Options
Continuing to offer the greatest selection of PC solutions, Acer also incorporates a unique way for businesses to
choose the operating system that suits their needs. Both new AcerPower series include the flexibility of custom
configuration of Microsoft operating system.
All new models preloaded with Windows NT 4.0 Workstation can be easily switched to Windows 98 or Windows
95. Models preloaded with Windows 98 can be easily changed to Windows 95 by using the AcerCPR software
tool. This allows organizations to re-deploy these systems without violating operating systems license
agreements.
Pricing
The following are a few of the exciting model configurations and prices for the new AcerPower 4100 and 6000
series that come preloaded with Microsoft Windows 98:
AcerPower 4100 Series:
* Model: 4100-333A, Intel Pentium II 333MHz, 32MB SDRAM, 4.3GB, ESP:
$1,225
* Model: 4100-350A, Intel Pentium II 350MHz, 32MB PC100 SDRAM, 6.4GB,
ESP: $1,399
* Model: 4100-450A, Intel Pentium II 450MHz, 32MB PC100 SDRAM, 8.4GB,
ESP: $1,799
AcerPower 6000 Series:
* Model: 6000-CX300A, Intel Celeron 300MHz, 32MB SDRAM, 3.2GB Ultra
DMA/33, ESP: $749
* Model: 6000-CX300B, Intel Celeron 300MHz, 32MB SDRAM, 4.3GB Ultra
DMA/33, 56Kflex PCI data/fax modem, Speakers, ESP: $799
* Model: 6000-266A, Intel Pentium II 266MHz, 32MB SDRAM, 5.1GB,
ESP: $899
Service and Support
Both AcerPower 4100 and 6000 series systems are Year 2000 compliant, and are backed by a three-year
limited warranty with one-year on-site service. Extended warranties are available, as well. All AcerPower PC
solutions are backed by a dedicated, 24x7, toll-free technical support team.
About Acer America
Acer America Corporation is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Acer Group, the world's third largest OEM and
brand name manufacturer of computer components, peripherals, desktops, notebooks and servers. The Acer
Group employs more than 25,000 employees worldwide that support distributors and dealers in over 130
countries. Headquartered in San Jose, Calif., Acer America designs, builds and markets robust mobile, client
and server solutions for enterprise-wide applications and business professionals who require reliability,
enhanced productivity and greater value of ownership. Acer America Corporation, member of the $6.5 billion
Acer Group, posted revenues of $1.4 billion in 1997.
More information about Acer, Acer America products, services and business partners is available on the World
Wide Web at: ( acer.com )
NOTE: Acer and AcerPower are registered trademarks of Acer Incorporated. Pentium is a registered trademark
of Intel Corporation. Windows, Windows 95, Windows 98 and Windows NT are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation. All other products, brand names or companies are trademarks or registered trademarks
of their respective companies.
SOURCE Acer America Corporation
/CONTACT: Diane Peterson of Acer America Corp., 408-432-6200, or
diane_peterson@acer.com/
/Web site: acer.com
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