To: Mark Peterson CPA who wrote (110612 ) 3/22/1999 10:39:00 AM From: Dorine Essey Respond to of 176387
Wire DELL DELIVERS LATEST CELERON-BASED DESKTOPS TO SMALL BUSINESSES, CONSUMERS AND ENTERPRISE BUSINESS AND HIGH-TECH EDITORS ROUND ROCK, TEXAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MARCH 22, 1999--DELL COMPUTER CORPORATION -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ROUND ROCK, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 22, 1999--Dell Computer Corporation (NASDAQ:DELL.O), the world's leading direct computer systems company, today expanded its Dimension(R) and OptiPlex(R) desktop PC lines to include the latest Intel(R) Celeron(tm) processor at 433MHz. For its home and small business customers, Dell is offering the newest Celeron processor on its Dimension V series. Prices for the new systems start at $1,299 with 32 MB SDRAM, 128K integrated L2 cache, 6.4(1) GB Ultra ATA hard drive, 15-inch (13.8-inch v.i.s.) 800F monitor, 8 MB 3D AGP graphics card, 32x Max(2) Variable CD-ROM Drive, integrated Intel 10/100 Ethernet controller, Microsoft(R) Windows 98, Microsoft(R) Office 97 Small Business Edition v.2.0 and McAfee Virus 3.1 and includes 30 free days(3) of Internet Access via Dell's ConnectDirect(4) program. The Dimension V series desktop combines the value-class Intel Celeron processor at 433MHz with features that support games and graphic applications. Prices for the OptiPlex G1 featuring the Celeron processor at 433MHz start at $949, including 32MB SDRAM, 4.3(1) GB EIDE hard drive, integrated 3Com(R) 10/100 Ethernet controller, 2 MB integrated video and factory-installed Microsoft(R) Windows(R) 95 in a low-profile desktop chassis. With a Dell 800F 15-inch monitor (13.8-inch v.i.s.), the price is $1,148. The OptiPlex G1 is well-suited for corporate and institutional customers who require a value-priced PC that provides manageability, reliability and performance in networked environments. OptiPlex systems come with a standard three-year limited warranty(5) with next-business-day on-site service(6). Current OptiPlex systems carry the NSTL Hardware Tested Year 2000 Compliant logo are Windows 2000 ready and integrate many of the latest industry-standard technologies to help customers manage their network operating expenses. OptiPlex systems also offer industry-standard asset, configuration, fault and security management technologies as part of Dell's OpenManage(tm) systems management strategy. Dimension PCs come standard with a three-year limited warranty(5), one-year on-site service(6) and lifetime toll-free telephone hardware support. More information on OptiPlex and Dimension products and pricing can be found atdell.com anddell.com . Ranked No. 125 among the Fortune 500 companies and No. 363 in the Fortune Global 500, Dell Computer Corporation is the world's leading direct computer systems company, based on revenues of $18.2 billion for the past four quarters. Dell designs, manufactures and customizes products and services to customer requirements and offers an extensive selection of software and peripherals. Information on Dell and its products can be obtained through its toll-free number 800/388-8542 or by accessing the Dell World Wide Web site at www.dell.com. Dell, OptiPlex, and Dimension are registered trademarks and OpenManage is a trademark of Dell Computer Corporation. Intel and Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. 3Com is a registered trademark of 3Com Corporation Fortune 500 is a registered trademark of Time Inc. Microsoft, and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Dell disclaims any proprietary interest in the marks and names of others. (1) For hard drives, GB means 1 billion bytes: total accessible capacity varies depending on operating environment (2) CD-Rom speed is a maximum of 32 and a minimum of 14 (3) 150 hours maximum for AT&T WorldNet and 100 hours maximum for GTE Internetworking. Internet access does not include local telephone company charges or applicable taxes. Telephone access and other charges may apply. (4) ConnectDirect is a service mark of Dell Computer Corporation (5) For a complete copy of our Limited Warranties and Guarantees, please write to Dell USA L.P., RR1, Box 12, Round Rock, TX 78682. (6) On-site service is provided through third-party providers and may not be available in some remote areas. --30--ec/sa* CONTACT: Dell Computer Corporation, Round Rock Media Contacts: Heather Lowles or Anne Camden, 512/728-4100 heather_lowles@dell.com or anne_camden@dell.com or