Paul - Here's another PC manufacturer - Micron Electronics - using the new Intel 466 MHz Celeron processor. So far, Intel is getting a pretty good acceptance - wouldn't you agree?
Monica
Monday April 26, 1:07 pm Eastern Time
Company Press Release
Micron Electronics To Offer Intel's New 466 MHz
Celeron Processor for Desktop PCs
Millennia and ClientPro systems tapped to receive Intel's
fastest value-line processor
NAMPA, Idaho--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 26, 1999-- Micron Electronics, Inc., (Nasdaq:MUEI - news), a leading
direct vendor of PCs, servers and notebooks, today began offering the Intel Celeron processor running at 466
MHz for Micron's Millennia and ClientPro computer systems. Characterized as the fastest and most responsive
processor in Intel's Celeron line, the new 466 MHz processor is also recognized for its exceptional value.
Micron's Millennia 466 consumer and small business customers will notice marked performance improvements
both at work and at play. Whether surfing the Internet or enjoying interactive games, new Millennia 466
customers will appreciate the speediest performance available for low-cost PCs at prices starting as low as
$999
For Micron's ClientPro business customers, a reasonably priced system capable of performing in a corporate
environment is a necessity. Micron ClientPro customers can select the new 466 MHz systems starting at only
$1399.
''Micron's new 466 MHz Celeron systems are a perfect solution for customers who need top performance at an
affordable price,'' said Jeffrey K. Moeser, Micron's vice president of development and engineering for desktop
systems. ''Micron is bringing great value to their customers with their new 466MHz Celeron processor-based
PCs,'' said Ron Peck, Director of Value PC Marketing at Intel. ''These computers deliver good value PC
performance for many of today's applications.''
Micron Millennia systems with the new Celeron processor running at 466 MHz also include 64 MB SDRAM, an
8.4 GB ATA-33 hard drive, a 40X (40X max speed, 17X min speed) CD-ROM drive, an 8 MB nVidia Riva 128
graphics card, Microsoft Windows 98, Microsoft Works Suite 99 and a 3Com/US Robotics X2 V.90
winmodem.
Micron ClientPro systems with the new Celeron processor running at 466 MHz will also include 128K of
integrated L2 cache, 64 MB 100MHz SDRAM, a 4.3 GB ATA-33 hard drive, a 3Com 10/100 Wake-On-LAN
network interface card, a 40X (40X max speed, 17X min speed) CD-ROM drive, a 17'' (15.9'' viewable display)
700 CX monitor, and Microsoft Windows NT® Workstation 4.0
Customers who purchase a new Micron desktop system also receive the benefits of Micron's
technology-enhancing programs and services, which are not available from any other vendor. Every customer
who purchases a new Micron system receives a free one-year enrollment in Micron University, an online training
resource that can help customers make the most out of their computer investment. In addition, Micron makes
the purchase of a new computer easier with its MPower program, which includes flexible financing, trade-in of
older computers, and environmentally safe computer disposal.
In addition, Micron offers one year of unlimited Internet access via EarthLink, with the lease or purchase of
select Micron Millennia desktop personal computers. For additional ease of use on the Internet, Micron
Millennia systems feature a desktop Yahoo! icon connecting users to Yahoo! Plus, the Micron Millennia PCs are
bundled with a standard default Internet browser that, when activated, connects users to the co-branded Micron
My Yahoo! start page. This functionality enables users to immediately personalize their Web experience.
Additional product information or direct ordering information for each of these models is available by calling
1-800-776-4518 or by going to Micron's home page on the Internet at micronpc.com.
About Micron Electronics
Micron Electronics, Inc. (Nasdaq:MUEI - news), a recognized industry leader and direct vendor known for its
award-winning products and services, develops, manufactures and markets high-performance, competitively
priced computing solutions to consumers, small businesses, commercial and public sector buyers. Its superior
customer service and toll-free technical support is available to customers 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Micron offers value and convenience through direct sales via the Internet (www.micronpc.com), by phone
(1-800-249-1179) or by fax (208-893-7240). SpecTek, a division of Micron Electronics, Inc., processes and
markets various grades of DRAM products under the SpecTek® brand name. Micron Electronics, Inc. is
majority owned by Micron Technology, Inc. The product names appearing herein are used for identification
purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective companies.
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