Dell Delivers Latest Celeron-Based Desktops to Small Businesses, Consumers and Enterprise.ROUND ROCK, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 22, 1999--Dell Computer Corporation (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 :DELL), the world's leading direct computer systems company, today expanded its Dimension(R) and OptiPlex(R) desktop PC lines to include the latest Intel(R) Celeron(tm) processor at 433MHz (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. . For its home and small business customers, Dell is offering the newest Celeron processor on its Dimension V series. Prices for the new systems start at $1,299 with 32 MB SDRAM (Synchronous DRAM) A type of dynamic RAM (DRAM) memory chip that has been widely used since the late 1990s. SDRAM chips eliminated wait states by dividing the chip into two cell blocks and interleaving data between them. , 128K integrated L2 cache, 6.4(1) GB Ultra ATA hard drive, 15-inch (13.8-inch v.i.s.) 800F monitor, 8 MB 3D AGP graphics card, 32x Max(2) Variable CD-ROM Drive, integrated Intel 10/100 Ethernet controller, Microsoft(R) Windows 98, Microsoft(R) Office 97 Small Business Edition v.2.0 and McAfee Virus 3.1 and includes 30 free days(3) of Internet Access via Dell's ConnectDirect(4) program. The Dimension V series desktop combines the value-class Intel Celeron processor at 433MHz with features that support games and graphic applications. Prices for the OptiPlex G1 featuring the Celeron processor at 433MHz start at $949, including 32MB SDRAM, 4.3(1) GB EIDE (Enhanced IDE) An extension to the IDE interface that supports the ATA-2 and ATAPI standards. ATA-2 (Fast ATA) provides faster transfer rates (see IDE for details) and allows for multiple channels, each connecting two devices. hard drive, integrated 3Com(R) 10/100 Ethernet controller, 2 MB integrated video and factory-installed Microsoft(R) Windows(R) 95 in a low-profile desktop chassis. With a Dell 800F 15-inch monitor (13.8-inch v.i.s.), the price is $1,148. The OptiPlex G1 is well-suited for corporate and institutional customers who require a value-priced PC that provides manageability, reliability and performance in networked environments. OptiPlex systems come with a standard three-year limited warranty Limited warranty A warranty with certain conditions and limitations on the parts covered, type of damage covered, and/or time period for which the agreement is good. (5) with next-business-day on-site service(6). Current OptiPlex systems carry the NSTL (National Software Testing Lab, Blue Bell, PA, www.nstl.com) An independent organization established in 1983 that evaluates computer hardware and software in the PC, mobile and gaming markets. It adheres to controlled testing methods to ensure objective results. Hardware Tested Year 2000 Compliant a. 1. (Computers) having dates fully and properly represented, and not susceptible to failure due to the year 2000 bug. logo are Windows 2000 ready and integrate many of the latest industry-standard technologies to help customers manage their network operating expenses Operating expenses The amount paid for asset maintenance or the cost of doing business, excluding depreciation. Earnings are distributed after operating expenses are deducted. . OptiPlex systems also offer industry-standard asset, configuration, fault and security management technologies as part of Dell's OpenManage(tm) systems management strategy. Dimension PCs come standard with a three-year limited warranty(5), one-year on-site service(6) and lifetime toll-free telephone hardware support. More information on OptiPlex and Dimension products and pricing can be found at http://www.dell.com/products/optiplex/index.htm and http://www.dell.com/products/dim/index.htm. 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 $18.2 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 and its products can be obtained through its toll-free number 800/388-8542 or by accessing the Dell World Wide Web site at www.dell.com. Dell, OptiPlex, and Dimension are registered trademarks and OpenManage is a trademark of Dell Computer Corporation. Intel and Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. 3Com is a registered trademark of 3Com Corporation Fortune 500 is a registered trademark of Time Inc. Microsoft, and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Dell disclaims any proprietary interest in the marks and names of others. (1) For hard drives, GB means 1 billion bytes: total accessible capacity varies depending on operating environment (2) CD-Rom CD-ROM: see compact disc. CD-ROM in full compact disc read-only memory Type of computer storage medium that is read optically (e.g., by a laser). speed is a maximum of 32 and a minimum of 14 (3) 150 hours maximum for AT&T WorldNet and 100 hours maximum for 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) Internetworking. Internet access does not include local telephone company charges or applicable taxes. Telephone access and other charges may apply. (4) ConnectDirect is a service mark of Dell Computer Corporation (5) For a complete copy of our Limited Warranties and Guarantees, please write to Dell USA L.P., RR1, Box 12, Round Rock, TX 78682. (6) On-site service is provided through third-party providers and may not be available in some remote areas. |
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