Datalink Selected by Network Appliance for Global Partner Program.

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MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 13, 2001

Datalink Corporation (Nasdaq:DTLK), announced today that it has been named as a global partner by Network Appliance, Inc. for its line of enterprise network storage and content delivery solutions. This decision emphasizes Datalink's position as the leading, independent architect of enterprise storage solutions.

"Network Appliance is clearly the market leader in enterprise network attached storage," said Scott Robinson, chief technology officer for Datalink. "Our business strategy has always been to provide the best possible solution to our customers. As a result, we firmly believe that Network Appliance is a key element of that strategy. Being distinguished as a global partner will take our current alliance to a higher level."

"Datalink has grown to become a strategic partner for Network Appliance in the U.S.," said Leonard Iventosch, senior director of worldwide channel sales at Network Appliance. "This is one of the many reasons why we felt it important to recognize Datalink's valuable contributions to our leadership position in the enterprise storage market. We look forward to enhancing our present relationship with Datalink even further as our new global partner."

ABOUT DATALINK:

Datalink Corporation, based in Chanhassen, Minn., is the nation's leading independent architect of enterprise-class information storage infrastructures. As an independent, Datalink designs, builds, and supports information storage architectures using the best possible technologies. Datalink's customized storage infrastructures ensure information availability, storage, protection, and continuity for clients worldwide. Recent news releases and other information are available at www.datalink.com.