Acer TravelMate 8000 Takes Performance to an Unprecedented Level.

Business Editors/High-Tech Writers

SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 27, 2004

Unparalleled List Features, Including Bluetooth, Wireless Options

and Stunning Graphics Highlight Next Generation Notebook

Acer(R) America Corporation, one of the leading worldwide suppliers of laptop PC solutions, today introduced the TravelMate(TM) 8000 to its award-winning line of TravelMate notebooks. Based on Intel(R) Centrino(TM) Mobile Technology, the TravelMate 8000 delivers cutting-edge performance, multiple connectivity options through 802.11b/g, and up to 5 hours of battery life in a thinner, lighter notebook PC. Designed as both a mobile workhorse while also offering the performance of a desktop replacement, the TravelMate 8000 is an ideal system that meets the needs of users of business professionals regardless of their location, environment or workload.

The TravelMate 8000 is the next-generation offering of Acer's award-winning TravelMate 800 platform. Originally announced in March 2003, the TravelMate 800 was widely acclaimed as the highest performing thin-and-light notebook available while receiving many industry accolades, including Editors Choice designations from C/net, ZDnet, and Tech Edge Magazine and a Best Buy award from Laptop Magazine.

The low power design of Intel(R) Centrino(TM) Pentium M processor enables the TravelMate 8000 to offer an unprecedented set of features -- such as 15" SXGA+ LCD, 1.8GHz clock speeds and built-in wireless connectivity -- without sacrificing long battery life or lightweight design. The integrated Wi-Fi 802.11b/g LAN support allows users to connect to widely available wireless networks, while Bluetooth wireless connectivity is provided for the new generation of printers, cell phones, and other peripherals. In addition, offering ATI MOBILITY(TM) RADEON(TM) graphics with up to 128MB of DDR VRAM, the TravelMate 8000 delivers stunning graphics that have previously only been available with high-performance desktop systems.

"Improving on a system like the TravelMate 800 that has been universally lauded by the media is not an easy proposition. However, with the addition of an enhanced graphics engine, more wireless options and an increase in overall processing horsepower, we've managed to not only advance this platform, but also notebook performance across the industry," said Sumit Agnihotry, mobile product manager for Acer America. "The TravelMate 8000 offers a level of performance that's never before been available in a mobile system. Its combination of raw muscle and battery life in a thin-and-light chassis will allow end-uses to handle any computing task regardless of their location."

Comprehensive Flexibility

The Acer TravelMate 8000 is an advanced, full-featured notebook, offering up to 1.8GHz Intel Pentium M processor speeds, a brilliant 15" SXGA+ display, 512 MB of DDR 333 SDRAM upgradeable to 2048MB, and an ATI(R) MOBILITY(TM) RADEON(TM) 9700 video adapter with up to 128MB of dedicated DDR video memory for outstanding multimedia performance. In addition to wireless 802.11b/g and Bluetooth support, the TravelMate offers 4 USB 2.0 ports, an IEEE 1394 port, 10/100 LAN connection, and a 56K V.90 modem.

This two-spindled notebook incorporates up to a 60 GB ATA/100 removable hard drive as well as a hot swappable Acer media bay, enabling users to access data on a variety of media including a DVD Super-Multi Write Plus (DVD+/-RW, -RAM) or DVD/CDRW combo drive, as well as inserting a second battery for maximum efficiency. TravelMate 8000 series notebooks offer a 4-in-1 PCMCIA Multimedia reader, built-in SmartCard Reader and a port replicator option. Preloaded with Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Professional, and weighing just seven pounds, the TravelMate 8000 provides the freedom and flexibility for mobile users combined with desktop-level performance.

Pricing

The TravelMate 8000 is available through Acer Authorized Resellers throughout North America starting at approximately $1999.

Service and Support

The Acer TravelMate 8000 notebook comes with a standard one-year parts and labor limited warranty, including concurrent International Traveler's Coverage. Additionally, all Acer notebooks are backed by toll-free service and support. Online support is available at www.acersupport.com.

About Acer America Corporation

Established in 1984 as a subsidiary of Acer Inc., Acer America Corporation designs and markets client and server solutions for professionals who require reliability, enhanced productivity and greater value of ownership. As one of the largest global suppliers of PC's, more than 50 million Acer systems have been purchased throughout the world, solutions for living, learning and working. Acer America's award-winning products include tablet PCs, desktop PCs, notebook computers, servers, displays and peripheral solutions for business, government, education and home users. The pan Acer Group employs 39,000 people supporting dealers and distributors in over 100 countries. For more information about Acer America, please visit the website at: www.acer.com/us.

Prices and specifications subject to change without notice. Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of Acer Inc. TravelMate is a trademark of Acer America Corporation. Intel and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries, in the United States, and other countries. Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.