Kingston Unveils New DataTraveler USB Drive Enhanced for Windows ReadyBoost.New DataTraveler ReadyFlash Allows Users to Take Full Advantage of Windows Vista The current version of Windows for the desktop. It was released in late 2006 for businesses and early 2007 for consumers. Vista adds numerous features, including improved security and advanced multimedia capabilities. FOUNTAIN VALLEY Fountain Valley, city (1990 pop. 53,691), Orange co., S Calif.; inc. 1957. Chiefly residential, Fountain Valley also has diverse manufactures, including apparel, computer equipment, semiconductors, and medical equipment. A U.S. navy helicopter facility is there. , Calif. -- Kingston Technology Kingston Technology Co. is an American producer of memory products. It is located in Fountain Valley, California with manufacturing and logistics facilities in the United States, United Kingdom, Ireland, Malaysia, China and Taiwan. Company, Inc., the independent world leader in memory products, today announced the global availability of its new DataTraveler([R]) ReadyFlash 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. 2.0 Flash drive for use in Windows Vista-based systems. Enhanced for Windows ReadyBoost, the Kingston DataTraveler ReadyFlash (DTR (Data Terminal Ready) An RS-232 signal sent from the computer or terminal to the modem indicating that it is able to accept data. Contrast with DSR. DTR - Data Terminal Ready ) was designed and tested by Kingston([R]) based on precise performance requirements outlined by Microsoft to meet Microsoft specifications and is available through Kingston's global channel of distributors, resellers, e-tailers and retailers. "Kingston is dedicated to providing our customers with memory solutions based on the latest technologies available such as Microsoft's new Windows Vista operating system operating system (OS) Software that controls the operation of a computer, directs the input and output of data, keeps track of files, and controls the processing of computer programs. ," said Mark Akoubian, product manager, Kingston. "We are pleased to be working with Microsoft to help users of Windows Vista maximize the features and performance of the operating system," continued Akoubian. While adding system memory is the best way to increase performance, Windows ReadyBoost allows one's system to utilize a memory source in addition to DRAM for processing data and applications. For instance, if a notebook has a maximum memory capacity of 1 GB installed, Windows ReadyBoost allows for usage of a Flash memory device, such as DataTraveler ReadyFlash as a more responsive storage medium for Windows ReadyBoost cache. "Windows Vista and the 2007 Office system will create a platform for the next generation of user experiences, and we are excited to see the industry come together like never before around these products," said Brad Goldberg, general manager for Windows at Microsoft. "By working closely with partners such as Kingston, we are able to provide consumers worldwide an experience that is easier, safer, more entertaining and better connected whether at home, at work, or on the go." DataTraveler ReadyFlash is a USB 2.0 Flash drive enhanced for Windows ReadyBoost; when connected to a Windows Vista-based system's USB 2.0 port, the Windows Vista AutoPlay dialog box A movable window that is displayed on screen in response to the user selecting a menu option. It provides the current status and available options for a particular feature in the program. will offer the option of using the device for Windows ReadyBoost. Only devices like the Kingston DTR meet the performance requirements and capacity threshold for Windows ReadyBoost. Features/Specifications: * Capacities(a) - 1 GB, 2 GB * Dimensions - 2.67" x 0.829" x 0.355" (67.7mm x 20.8mm x 9.0mm) * Operating Temperature - 32x to 140x F (0x to 60x C) * Storage Temperature - -4x to 185x F (-20x to 85x C) * Windows ReadyBoost performance(b) - Exceeds the minimum Windows ReadyBoost performance requirements for USB drives A flash memory card that plugs into the computer's USB port. Small enough to hook onto a keychain, it emulates a small disk drive and allows data to be easily transferred from one machine to another. of: 5MB/sec throughput The speed with which a computer processes data. It is a combination of internal processing speed, peripheral speeds (I/O) and the efficiency of the operating system and other system software all working together. 1. for random 4k reads across the entire device; 3MB/sec throughput for random 512k writes * Convenient - Pocket-sized for easy transportability * Simple - Just plug into a USB 2.0 port * Guaranteed - Five-year warranty
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1 GB Kingston DataTraveler ReadyFlash < < DTR/1GB
$22.00
2 GB Kingston DataTraveler ReadyFlash < < DTR/2GB
$42.00
To learn more about Kingston's DataTraveler ReadyFlash USB drive, go to http://www.kingston.com/windowsvista. (a) Please note: Some of the listed capacity is used for formatting and other functions and thus is not available for data storage. For more information, please consult Kingston's Flash Memory Guide at http://www.Kingston.com/Flash_Memory_Guide. (b) Speed may vary due to host, hardware, software and usage. About Kingston Technology Company, Inc. Kingston Technology Company, Inc. is the world's largest independent manufacturer of memory products. Kingston designs, manufactures and distributes memory products for desktops, laptops, servers, printers, and Flash memory products for PDAs, mobile phones, digital cameras, and MP3 players A digital music player that supports the MP3 format, which was the audio format that started a revolution in online music downloads and distribution. All portable music players, the iPod being the most popular, support MP3 along with one or more other audio formats. . Kingston has manufacturing facilities in California, Malaysia, Taiwan, China and sales offices in the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. , United Kingdom, Europe, Russia, Australia, Taiwan, China, and Latin America Latin America, the Spanish-speaking, Portuguese-speaking, and French-speaking countries (except Canada) of North America, South America, Central America, and the West Indies. . For more information, please call (800) 337-8410 or visit www.kingston.com. Kingston, the Kingston logo and DataTraveler ReadyFlash are registered trademarks of Kingston Technology Corporation. All rights reserved. All other marks may be the property of their respective titleholders. |
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