Alienware Selects ATI's FireGL'TM' Visualization Series for Each and Every PCI Express Workstation.MARKHAM, Ontario -- ATI Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on :ATYT ATYT ATI Technologies, Inc (stock symbol) ) (TSX TSX Toronto Stock Exchange (TSE before April, 2002) TSX Transfer from Stack Pointer to Index TSX True Space Extension :ATY ATY Air Textured Yarn (textile) ATY Watertown, SD, USA (Airport Code) ATY After-Tax Yield ) has led the graphics industry in the transition to PCI Express graphics with its native solution, which has resulted in Alienware integrating the FireGL(TM) Visualization series of workstation graphics accelerators in 100% of its new PCI (1) (Payment Card Industry) See PCI DSS. (2) (Peripheral Component Interconnect) The most widely used I/O bus (peripheral bus). Express-based professional systems. Professional users who rely on the stability and reliability of their systems day in and day out Adv. 1. day in and day out - without respite; "he plays chess day in and day out" all the time have a native PCI Express graphics solution with the FireGL(TM) V3100 and FireGL(TM) V5100, ready to leverage all the capabilities of this new interconnect. The Alienware workstations target the full range of professional users from Digital Content Creation The development of newsworthy, educational and entertainment material for distribution over the Internet or other electronic media. See DAMS. (DCC (1) (Direct Cable Connection) A Windows 95/98 feature that allows PCs to be cabled together for data transfer. DCC actually sets up a network connection between the two machines. ) to Digital Audio to Digital Video, who will all benefit from ATI's specialized support and full certification of leading professional applications, such as 3ds max, Catia, Maya, Softimage|XSI XSI - X/Open System Interface and CAD and AEC AEC US Atomic Energy Commission Noun 1. AEC - a former executive agency (from 1946 to 1974) that was responsible for research into atomic energy and its peacetime uses in the United States Atomic Energy Commission applications. The FireGL V3100 features 128 MB of memory, 4 pixel pipelines and 2 vertex processors, with dual display support via VGA and DVI outputs. The FireGL V5100 features 256 MB of memory, 12 pixel pipelines and 6 vertex processors with dual DVI output and stereo 3D capabilities. "Alienware has built its name on delivering superior products that exceed customers' expectations so we looked closely at the different PCI Express graphics options available," said Robert Lusk, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Alienware. "Despite the varied needs of professional users, they all require reliability and stability, which is why Alienware selected FireGL for all of its PCI Express Systems." "Alienware's selection of the FireGL V3100 and FireGL V5100 across all their PCI Express professional systems illustrates the performance and reliability of these graphics accelerators," said Dave Rolston, Vice President and General Manager, Workstation and Embedded Products, ATI. "With certification of all the leading professional applications, Alienware's professional customers can be assured that FireGL workstation graphics accelerators will fit flawlessly into their production pipeline." ATI's FireGL products are supported by a unified driver, which is tested and certified by professional 3D ISV partners, making system administration and upgrades cost effective and simple. All FireGL products come with a three year warranty and unlimited direct access to a dedicated workstation technical support team. For more information about ATI's FireGL product line, visit www.ati.com/FireGL About ATI Technologies ATI Technologies Inc. is a world leader in the design and manufacture of innovative 3D graphics and digital media silicon solutions. An industry pioneer since 1985, ATI is the world's foremost visual processor unit (VPU) provider and is dedicated to deliver leading-edge performance solutions for the full range of PC and Mac desktop and notebook platforms, workstation, set-top and digital television, game console and handheld markets. With 2003 revenues in excess of US $1.3 billion, ATI has more than 2,700 employees in the Americas, Europe and Asia. ATI common shares trade on NASDAQ (ATYT) and the Toronto Stock Exchange Toronto Stock Exchange (TSE) Canada's largest stock exchange, trading approximately 1,200 company stocks and 33 options. (ATY). About Alienware Corporation Alienware Corporation manufactures high-performance computer desktop and notebook systems and leading-edge professional systems. Alienware offers unique and award-winning products that incorporate state-of-the-art components, innovative engineering and design, and unprecedented customer service. Alienware systems are available direct within the United States and Europe. For more information, please visit www.alienware.com or call 1-800-ALIENWARE (254-3692). Copyright 2004 ATI Technologies Inc. All rights reserved. ATI and ATI product and product feature names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of ATI Technologies Inc. All other company and product names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Features, pricing, availability and specifications are subject to change without notice. For media or industry analyst support, visit our Web site at http://www.ati.com |
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