Dell Boosts Corporate Notebook Performance, Functionality and Storage; Latitude Notebooks Now Offer More Memory and Module Bay Options, Planning DVD Availability for Q1.ROUND ROCK, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 15, 1998--Dell Computer Corporation (Nasdaq:DELL), the world's leading direct computer systems company, today announced availability of new options -- including capability for up to 256MB of RAM, an LS-120 device for removable mass storage, and up to 12.8GB of hard disk drive space -- to increase the performance and functionality of its Latitude(R) corporate notebook computers. Dell also expects to offer 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. drives on its Latitude notebook PCs in the first quarter of next year. "Dell understands that corporate customers demand reliable and durable products, relevant technology and managed transitions. This is what the Latitude line delivers," said Doug MacGregor Doug MacGregor is a Canadian rock musician. He currently plays drums in the indie rock band The Constantines. , vice president Notebook Product Group. "This understanding helped Dell become the leading provider of notebook PCs to medium and large businesses in the U.S in the third quarter, according to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. a recent industry research report(a)". More RAM Using 128MB small outline dual inline memory module (SODIMM (Small Outline-DIMM) A DIMM module with a thinner profile due to the use of TSOP chip packages. SODIMMs are commonly used in laptop computers. See memory module and TSOP. ) chips, Dell Latitude Dell's Latitude laptop brand is specifically targeted at the business market which means that standardized parts are used throughout the line and are available for several years for support purposes, as opposed to the Dell Inspiron which is aimed at the consumer market and whose CPi customers now can configure systems with up to 256MB of RAM, doubling the previous RAM capacity of the CPi. This is important to corporate customers concerned about implementing newer operating systems Operating systems can be categorized by technology, ownership, licensing, working state, usage, and by many other characteristics. In practice, many of these groupings may overlap. and updated applications. One 128MB SODIMM is available for $499 and the 256MB configuration is $999. Modular Bay Storage Options: LS-120, Second 6.4GB HDD (Hard Disk Drive) See hard disk and HDD caddy. HDD - hard disk drive Dell also announced the availability of Imation's LS-120 SuperDisk(tm) as a modular bay option on Latitude CP and CPi models. It provides 120MB of removable mass storage -- equal to 83 regular floppy diskettes -- in a convenient 3.5-inch-diskette drive form factor. This device helps free up hard drive space and makes it simple to transport large files -- presentations, video, digitized photos, detailed graphics or database information -- between compatibly equipped PCs. The LS-120 drive also doubles as a conventional 3.5-inch floppy drive, providing extra flexibility, functionality and compatibility. Available immediately for $199, the drive comes with one 120MB diskette The official name for the floppy disk. See floppy disk. diskette - floppy disk . Another modular bay storage option for Latitude CP and CPi models is a second 6.4GB hard disk drive. Combined with an internal 6.4GB hard drive, Latitude offers users up to 12.8MB of internal storage. Priced at $499, this second hard drive is a bootable device, allowing numerous options for data security and backup, or for running multiple operating systems. More Modular Bay Options: DVD DVD: see digital versatile disc. DVD in full digital video disc or digital versatile disc Type of optical disc. The DVD represents the second generation of compact-disc (CD) technology. Scheduled for Q1 1999 Another internal modular bay option, the new DVD-ROM drive will provide video presentation capabilities. DVD disks store up to 13 times more data than CD-ROMs, and the DVD-ROM drive also reads traditional audio CDs. Ranked No. 125 among the Fortune 500 companies and No. 363 in the Fortune Global 500, Dell Computer Corporation (company) Dell Computer Corporation - One of the biggest US manufacturers of IBM PC compatibles. "From notebooks to networks", their slogan says. http://us.dell.com. is the world's leading direct computer systems company, based on revenues of $16.8 billion for the past four quarters. Dell designs, manufactures and customizes products and services to customer requirements and offers an extensive selection of software and peripherals. Information on Dell, its products, and a complete listing of services can be obtained through its toll-free number 800/388-8542 or by accessing the Dell World Wide Web site at www.dell.com. (a) IDC Quarterly PC Market Tracker; International Data Corporation, Nov. 98 Dell and Latitude are registered trademarks. Imation and SuperDisk are registered trademarks. Fortune 500 is a registered trademark of Time Inc. Dell disclaims any proprietary interest in the marks and names of others. |
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