Apacer Teams With ALi to Develop DDR Memory Solutions; Double Data Rate Is The Next Generation In Memory Solutions.

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SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 10, 2000

Apacer, a leading memory solution provider, announces the availability of the next generation of memory module solutions, DDR (Double Data Rate). Based upon a tradition of successful partnerships, Apacer joined forces with Acer Laboratories Inc. to develop the latest mainstream memory technology.

The world's leading integrated circuit solution provider, ALi brought the first complete DDR chipset solution to the market. By working closely with ALi, Apacer ensures DDR provides a memory solution that is highly viable and easily manufactured.

With its remarkable ability to double the speed of its data transfer rate, DDR outperforms its predecessors by a large margin. PC100 DIMM and PC133 DIMM currently hold 85% of the memory market share. It is projected that by the second half of the year 2001, DDR's enhanced capability will have captured 40% of the market.

DDR memory solution is ideal for resource intensive users and applications. Built on the basis of SDRAM infrastructure and technology, Apacer's DDR product offers a smooth transition from SDR to DDR architecture. DDR features 184-pin DIMM with a clock frequency of 133 MHz. SDRAM Device Access Time from Clock of plus or minus 0.75ns and a CAS Latency of 2 or 2.5 teamed with an operation voltage of 2.5V provide an optimum balance of performance, power, reliability and cost effectiveness. With its low cost and low voltage characteristics, DDR will eventually be favored by all segments of the PC market, from entry level to performance PCs.

The Apacer DDR product family includes 128MB and 256MB unbuffered DIMM (with or without ECC features) and 128MB and 256MB registered DIMM (with ECC features). The product line will be available in late Q3 2000.

About Apacer

Established in 1997, Apacer Technology, Inc. designs, manufactures, and markets memory modules for PC systems and motherboards. As part of the Acer Group allows Apacer to optimize its resources and given the potential to achieve strong vertical integration in the competitive memory market. Apacer makes sure that every product carrying the Apacer name meets the needs of every customer. Apacer provides total memory solutions by offering a wide range of memory products, which are designed to fulfill today's computing demands, compatible with all major IA including digital camera, notebook, wireless communication, MP3 player, PDA, and many other portable consumer electronics. Apacer is expected to become the top three largest third-party memory modules companies of in the world in the year 2000.