Compaq Heats Up Back-to-School Season With Two Cool New Presario Internet PCs; New Presario Models Boast Cutting-Edge Technology Including New Intel Celeron and Pentium II Processors.HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 24, 1998--Continuing its commitment to offer consumers the most advanced technology available, Compaq Computer Corporation (company) Compaq Computer Corporation - The largest US manufacturer and vendor of IBM PC compatible personal computers and servers. Compaq was started in 1982 by three ex-Texas Instruments employees. Quarterly sales $2499M, profits $210M (Aug 1994). http://compaq.com/. (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange :CPQ CPQ Compaq CPQ Conseil du Patronat du Québec (Canada) CPQ Configure-Price-Quote CPQ Conseil de Presse du Québec (Québec Press Council, Canada) CPQ Companion Parrot Quarterly ) today announced two new Presario minitower min·i·tow·er n. A computer cabinet that is about half the height of a cabinet that houses a tower computer. PCs for the home -- the Presario 5050 and the next member of the highly acclaimed, award-winning 5600 series, the Presario 5660. The new Presario minitower PCs, which are appearing on retail shelves across North America North America, third largest continent (1990 est. pop. 365,000,000), c.9,400,000 sq mi (24,346,000 sq km), the northern of the two continents of the Western Hemisphere. now, give consumers the very latest in PC performance at the best values. The new Presario Internet PC See network computer and Internet appliance. models will feature the new Intel(R) Celeron(TM) processor - 333 MHz (MegaHertZ) One million cycles per second. It is used to measure the transmission speed of electronic devices, including channels, buses and the computer's internal clock. A one-megahertz clock (1 MHz) means some number of bits (16, 32, 64, etc. and Pentium(R) II processor - 450 MHz, announced today. The new Compaq Presario Presario is a series of desktop computers and notebooks from Compaq. The Presario family of computers was launched for the consumer marketplace in September 1993. Although HP has since acquired Compaq, the Presario name was not discontinued due to its marketability. 5050 includes the Intel Celeron processor - 333 MHz, offering PC owners high performance levels, while keeping the price at a cost-conscious $1,199(1) (after rebate[2]). The new Compaq Presario 5660 features the Pentium II The successor to the Pentium Pro from Intel. Pentium II refers to the CPU chip or the PC that uses it. Code named "Klamath," the Pentium II was a Pentium Pro with MMX multimedia instructions. processor -- the fastest processor available today - boasting a clock speed of 450 MHz. The ultra powerful chip offers the maximum level of performance available, enhancing users' graphics and multimedia performance, while boosting performance levels for advanced multimedia and communications software (communications, software) communications software - Application programs, operating system components, and probably firmware, forming part of a communication system. These different software components might be classified according to the functions within the Open Systems . The Presario 5660 is priced at $2,399 (after rebate[3]). "Compaq is one of the first computer companies to deliver the new technology," said Rod Schrock, Senior Vice President, Consumer Products Group, Compaq Computer Corp. "By quickly incorporating the new Intel Celeron and Pentium II processors, we are meeting our ongoing goal to give consumers the latest technologies and the best performance at the best value." Compaq Presario 5050 The new Persario 5050 Internet PC offers tomorrow's digital technology at an affordable price. The value-oriented Internet PC features the powerful new Intel Celeron processor -- 333 MHz, which incorporates a 128KB L2 Pipeline Burst Cache A common type of static RAM chip used for memory caches. After the first byte is accessed, access to subsequent memory locations takes fewer machine cycles than with previous designs. See L2 cache and static RAM. , dramatically decreasing the time it takes to launch applications and significantly boosting its performance. Additional highlights on this high quality PC include an 8.0GB(4) hard drive, 96MB SyncDRAM memory upgradeable to 256MB, 32X Max(5) CD-ROM drive A device that holds and reads CD-ROM discs. CD-ROM drives generally also play audio CD discs by sending analog sound to the sound card via a 4-pin cable. For specifications of 10x, 20x, etc. drives, see CD-ROM drives. See CD-ROM, CD-ROM changer, CD-ROM server and CD-ROM audio cable. , 56K ITU (International Telecommunication Union, Geneva, Switzerland, www.itu.ch) A telecommunications standards body that is under the auspices of the United Nations. Comprising more than 185 member countries, the ITU sets standards for global telecom networks. V.90 modem(6), 2X AGP graphics AGP graphics - Accelerated Graphics Port powered by the ATI (ATI Technologies Inc., Markham Ontario, http://ati.amd.com) A leading manufacturer of graphics chips and display adapters. Founded in 1985 by K. Y. Ho, Benny Lau and Lee Lau, ATI chips and boards are widely used by OEMs. 3D Rage LT Pro(TM) graphics controller, Digital Flat Panel Digital Flat Panel (DFP) is a video connector for flat panel displays. It features 20 pins and uses the PanelLink protocol. Unlike DVI, DFP never achieved widespread implementation. The connector was used by displays such as the Compaq Presario FP400, FP500 and 5204. port, Intel Video Phone 3.0 software, 2 Universal Series Bus (USB USB in full Universal Serial Bus Type of serial bus that allows peripheral devices (disks, modems, printers, digitizers, data gloves, etc.) to be easily connected to a computer. ) ports and 1 MIDI game port. Compaq Presario 5660 Compaq's Presario 5660 Internet PC features the latest in Intel technology - the Pentium II processor 450MHZ - and offers consumers the ultimate PC for the digital future. The Presario 5660 also includes a 12.0GB hard drive, 100 MHz System Bus and 512K L2 Pipeline Burst Cache, 128MB SyncDRAM upgradeable to 384MB, DVD-ROM DVD-ROM: see digital versatile disc. A read-only DVD disc used to permanently store data files. DVD-ROM discs are widely used to distribute large software applications that exceed the capacity of a CD-ROM disc. drive with DirectShow, PCI (1) (Payment Card Industry) See PCI DSS. (2) (Peripheral Component Interconnect) The most widely used I/O bus (peripheral bus). Audio 2X AGP graphics card powered by the ATI 3D Rate LT Pro(TM) graphics contoller, Digital Flat Panel Port, Ethernet Port, 56K ITU V.90 modem, 2 USB ports and 2 IEEE-1394 ports. This cutting edge-machine offers the same multimedia Internet PC capabilities offered by the award-winning Presario 5630. Since its introduction in June, the Presario 5630 has received awards and recognition from more than 10 influential industry and lifestyle publications including Windows Magazine's "Winlist Award," which touted "...it has no strong rivals at this time." Enhancing the Internet Experience Compaq puts the Internet experience front and center on its Presario PCs, allowing consumers to easily enjoy the rich, vast world of information associated with a true "Web lifestyle." All new Presario desktop PCs incorporate key features such as: -- Internet access services - including America Online and Compaq Easy Internet Access, powered by GTE GTE General Telephone & Electronics GTE Génie Thermique et Énergie (French) GTE Gas Turbine Engine GTE Global Tropospheric Experiment GTE Geothermal Energy GTE Gas Turbine Efficiency plc (Sweden & USA) -- for easy, reliable and affordable Web acces(7), -- More than 20 of the leading Internet brand names as featured partners giving consumers quick access to some of the most popular Web sites, -- Compaq's Easy Internet Access Keyboard with a four-button Internet suite for one-touch access to Internet connection, e-mail, an Internet search engine and secure electronic shopping, -- 56K ITU V.90 modems for quick Internet connections and downloads. In addition Compaq's Presario 5660 performance PC includes a fully tested, cable modem-ready 10 Mbps Ethernet Port. The port not only provides ultra-fast 10 Mbps Internet access, but also allows consumers to share Internet connections, files, software, printers and other peripherals between computers on a home network. Special Offers and Rebates As the back to school season continues to heat up, Compaq is also making sure that buying one of the newest Presario Internet PCs won't break the bank. Through two Compaq money-saving rebates, consumers can save hundreds of dollars on their next PC. Through Sept. 20, 1998, as part of the Compaq "Choose a Champion" promotion, participating U.S. retailers will be offering consumers a mail-in rebate of up to $100(8) on the purchase of a Compaq "bundle" - a complete Compaq home computing solution, which includes a Presario home PC, Compaq monitor and Compaq color inkjet printer. Also for a limited time, Compaq is offering new Presario owners a $100 mail-in rebate when they sign up for a 50-hour free trail of Compaq Easy Internet Access, powered by GTE. Company Background Founded in 1982, Compaq Computer Corporation is a Fortune Global 100 company. Compaq is the second largest computer company in the world and the largest global supplier of personal computers. Compaq develops and markets hardware, software, solutions, and services, including industry-leading enterprise computing solutions, fault-tolerant business-critical solutions, networking and communication products, commercial desktop and portable products and consumer PCs. The company is an industry leader in environmentally friendly programs and business practices. Compaq products are sold and supported in more than 100 countries through a network of authorized Compaq marketing partners. Customer support and information about Compaq and its products are available are available at http://www.compaq.com. Compaq, Registered U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Product names mentioned herein may be trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. (1) All prices listed herein are estimated U.S. retail prices. Actual retail prices may vary. (2) $1,299 - $100 mail-in rebate = $1,199. $100 mail-in rebate offer valid with activation of 50-hour free trial of Compaq Easy Internet Access from Compaq Internet Setup. The 50 free hours must be used within 30 days from initial sign-up. A valid credit card is required in order to initiate the service although no charges will be incurred until the 50-hour trial has expired. There is no obligation to continue with the service once the 50-hour free trail has expired. If you do not have a major credit card or GTE does not provide local service to your area, please call 1-800-322-9435 for rebate options. Rebate offer is valid only in the USA, U.S. Territories and U.S. Military Bases and expires 4/30/99. See rebate coupon included with this product for additional terms and considerations. (3) $2,499 - $100 mail-in rebate = $2,399. $100 mail-in rebate offer valid with activation of 50-hour free trial of Compaq Easy Internet Access from Compaq Internet Setup. (4) For hard drives, GB = billion bytes (5) 32X Max CD-ROM drive data transfer rates may vary from 1800 to 4800 kbps. (6) The K56flex modems are designed only to allow faster downloads from K56flex compliant digital sources. Maxium achievable download transmission rates are currently unknown, may not reach 56Kbps and will vary with line conditions. ITU V.90 updates may be downloaded from the Compaq Web site when available, and are designed to allow faster downloads from K56flex or V.90 compliant digital resources. (7) Access charges may apply. (8) Up to $100 mail-in rebate from Compaq based on purchase of qualifying Compaq Presario PC and monitor or PC, monitor, and printer, purchased 8/2/98 through 9/29/98. Rebate request must be postmarked by 10/29/98. See store for details.
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