Diamond Multimedia's SupraExpress 56i Sp Modem Wins PC Magazine's Editors' Choice Award; Diamond SupraExpress 56 Modem Ranks First.VANCOUVER, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 8, 1997--Diamond Multimedia Systems Inc. (Nasdaq: DIMD DIMD Dorland's Illustrated Medical Dictionary ), a leader in Internet multimedia acceleration, announced today that its SupraExpress(TM) 56i Sp internal speakerphone modem has been awarded PC Magazine's coveted cov·et v. cov·et·ed, cov·et·ing, cov·ets v.tr. 1. To feel blameworthy desire for (that which is another's). See Synonyms at envy. 2. To wish for longingly. See Synonyms at desire. Editors' Choice award. In the October 21, 1997 issue of the magazine, the SupraExpress 56i Sp is noted as a product that "combines excellent K56flex performance and videoconferencing capability with a large, well conceived software bundle." PC Magazine's review of 56K modems included 19 products from companies such as 3Com Corporation/U.S. Robotics Inc., Hayes Microcomputer Products Hayes Microcomputer Products was a U.S.-based manufacturer of modems. They are particularly well known for their Smartmodem, which introduced the ability to control the modem through commands sent in the data stream itself. Inc., and Motorola Information Systems Group. The SupraExpress 56i Sp stood out from the competition and received the Editors' Choice for its "excellent scores across all our tests, most notably on the impairment tests." In addition, Diamond's modem "presented the best mix of performance, features, and value." "We are very pleased that the SupraExpress 56i Sp modem has been recognized as an exceptional, 56K solution," said Jim Cady, vice president and general manager of Diamond Multimedia's Communications Division. "Diamond Multimedia's engineers designed our line of SupraExpress 56 modems for optimal 56Kbps performance and speed. This award validates our efforts to engineer an easy-to-use, affordable product that delivers reliable, high-performance 56K connections." Diamond SupraExpress 56 modems Diamond Multimedia's award-winning line of SupraExpress 56 modems for both Windows and Macintosh platforms was built from the ground up for optimal 56K performance. SupraExpress 56 analog modems provide Internet access See how to access the Internet. at speeds up to 56 Kbps and offer a simple, free software upgrade to the future 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. standard. Diamond's high- performance design is combined with a full-duplex speakerphone and feature-packed voicemail in the SupraExpress 56 Sp series. The SupraExpress 56 series of modems and the new Supra A relational DBMS from Cincom Systems, Inc., Cincinnati, OH (www.cincom.com) that runs on IBM mainframes and VAXs. It includes a query language and a program that automates the database design process. PC Card 56 incorporate Rockwell and Lucent's K56flex technology, which is supported by over 1,500 Internet Service Providers Internet service provider (ISP) Company that provides Internet connections and services to individuals and organizations. For a monthly fee, ISPs provide computer users with a connection to their site (see data transmission), as well as a log-in name and password. (ISPs) worldwide. To date, over one million K56flex ports have been deployed, with additional ports being deployed each week by several major remote access server suppliers. Diamond Multimedia Diamond Multimedia is driving the Internet multimedia market by providing interactivity and connectivity solutions for home, business and professional desktop computer users, enabling them to create, access and experience compelling new media content from their desktops and through the Internet. Diamond accelerates multimedia from the Internet to the hard drive with products that include the Stealth series of media accelerators, the Monster series of entertainment 3D and sound accelerators, the Fire series of professional 3D and SCSI SCSI in full Small Computer System Interface Once common standard for connecting peripheral devices (disks, modems, printers, etc.) to small and medium-sized computers. SCSI has given way to faster standards, such as Firewire and USB. accelerators, and the Supra(R) series of modems. Diamond also markets 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. and video phone kits. Diamond's common stock is traded on the Nasdaq Stock Market Nasdaq stock market The first electronic stock market listing over 5000 companies. The Nasdaq stock market comprises two separate markets, namely the Nasdaq National Market, which trades large, active securities and the Nasdaq Smallcap Market that trades emerging growth companies. under the symbol DIMD, and its web site address is www.diamondmm.com How to Contact Diamond Multimedia There are many ways to reach Diamond for sales support, technical assistance, driver updates and general information: Internet Web Site: http://www.diamondmm.com European Internet Web Site: http://www.diamondmm.de Diamond Multimedia's Headquarters and Multimedia Division: 408-325-7000; Fax: 408-325-7070 Communications Division (Supra brand modems) Main Phone Number: 360-604-1400; Fax: 360-604-1401 European Division (Germany): +49-8151-266-0;(UK): +44-1189-444400; (France) +33-1-47561157 Korean Office (Seoul): +82-2-551-2700; Fax: +82-2-551-2710 Japanese Office (Tokyo): +81-3-5695-8401; Fax: +81-3-5695-8403 ASEAN ASEAN: see Association of Southeast Asian Nations. ASEAN in full Association of Southeast Asian Nations International organization established by the governments of Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand in Office (Singapore): +65-353-9511; Fax: +65-353-9510 Hong Kong Office: +852-2375-9023; Fax: +852-2375-9021 Support Information Line for Communications: 1-800-774-4965 Product Support (Voice), Multimedia: 408-325-7100; Communications: 541-967-2450; Europe (Germany) +49-8151-266-330; Europe (UK) +44-1189-444444; ISDN ISDN in full Integrated Services Digital Network Digital telecommunications network that operates over standard copper telephone wires or other media. Support Center 408-325-7110; Fire GL Support Center 408-325-7120; Fire GL Support (Germany): +49-8151- 266-336; Fire GL Support (UK) +44-1189-444466; TDD/TTY Support 541- 967-2451 Product Support (Fax), Multimedia: 408-325-7171; Communications: 541-967-2401; Europe (Germany) +49-8151-266-331; Europe (UK): +44-1189-444445; (France) +33-1-47561139 Pre-sales Information, Multimedia: 1-800-468-5846; Communications: 1-800-727-8772 Investor Relations Investor relations The process by which the corporation communicates with its investors. : 408-325-7476; 1-888-474-3463 (U.S. and Canada) 24-Hour Fax-On-Demand Service, All Products: 1-800-380- 0030; Germany: +49-8151-266-332; UK: +44-1189-444460 FTP sites: ftp FTP in full file transfer protocol Internet protocol that allows a computer to send files to or receive files from another computer. Like many Internet resources, FTP works by means of a client-server architecture; the user runs client software to connect to .diamondmm.com; or Supra: ftp.supra.com; Europe: ftp.diamondmm.de BBS (1) (Bulletin Board System) A computer system used as an information source and forum for a particular interest group. They were widely used in the U.S. : 541-967-2444 (to 33.6 Kbps) or 408-383-0551 (ISDN); Europe (Germany) BBS at +49-8151-266333 (to 28.8 Kbps), +49-8151-266-356 (to 56 Kbps) or +49-8151-266334 (ISDN); Europe (UK) at +44-1189-444415 (to 33.6 Kbps) or +44-1189-441-312 (to 56Kbps) -0- Monster 3D and Supra are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Diamond Multimedia Systems Inc. All other trademarks referenced are the service mark, trademark or registered trademark of their respective manufacturers. This announcement relates to products whose launch are in the United States of America UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. The name of this country. The United States, now thirty-one in number, are Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, New Hampshire, . The product names contents, prices and availability may differ elsewhere in the world according to local factors and requirements. Except for historical information contained herein, the matters set forth in this press release, such as statements relating to the company's ability to successfully exploit technological and market developments, the timing and success of new product introductions by the company and its competitors, and the company's ability to invest in new technologies and to enhance its existing systems are forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, including the impact of competitive products and pricing and alternative technological advances, the timely and successful development and market acceptance of new products and upgrades to existing products, and other risks as detailed from time to time in Diamond Multimedia's SEC filings, including its most recent Forms 10-K and 10-Q. CONTACT: Diamond Communications Division Sarah Rades, 360/604-1515 sarahr@diamondmm.com |
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