MGV Memory announces availability of memory upgrades for new Compaq Armada 7700 and 1500 Series.IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 2, 1997--MGV Memory, a leading provider of memory upgrade modules to the reseller and retail markets, Friday announced immediate availability of high-capacity memory upgrades for the Compaq Armada 7700 and 1500 series. The Compaq Armada 7700 is the company's newest family of high-end notebooks that features powerful MMX (MultiMedia EXtensions) A set of 57 additional instructions built into the Pentium MMX chip for improved multimedia and modem performance by performing mathematical operations on multiple sets of data at the same time (see SIMD). processors and includes the industry's first towerable docking station (1) A cradle for a portable device that serves to charge the unit and connect it to other sources or destinations. For example, an iPod docking station charges the iPod and connects it to a computer, speakers or TV set. . The 1500 series is a line of value-priced notebooks which offers a broad range of advanced features such as CD-ROMs, Ethernet connections and PC Card slots. To enhance the Compaq Armada's performance, MGV's new memory modules incorporate advanced technologies including 64-Mbit EDO Edo: see Tokyo, Japan. (extended data out) DRAM and 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. ) design. The SODIMM design features a 64-bit data path offering significant increase in performance over other types of memory modules. The SODIMM modules also provide greater upgrade flexibility by allowing users to install different memory module configurations Memory modules are defined by the number of chips they contain. With DIMMs and 72-pin SIMMs, the module designation refers to the number of data words on the module. For example, an 8x32 DIMM means that 8 million 32-bit words of memory are available to the system. in a single notebook. In addition, memory chips no longer have to be installed in pairs, SODIMM chips can now be added one at a time. "MGV MGV Manned Ground Vehicle MGV Mean Gray Value MGV Mobile Gateway Van MGV Maximum Gradient Value maintains tight relationships with the industry's top manufacturers of desktop and notebook computers," said Steve Recek, MGV director of product management. "These relationships enable our team of engineers to remain on the forefront of the industry's most advanced technologies. As a result, MGV is quick to market with memory upgrades for the latest entries to the computer marketplace." The Compaq Armada 7700 models feature 16MB and 32MB of EDO RAM expandable to 144MB. The 1500 comes standard with 16MB and is expandable to 80 MB. Manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP MSRP Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price MSRP Message Session Relay Protocol MSRP Multi-Species Recovery Plan (US Fish & Wildlife Service) MSRP Member of the Society for Radiological Protection (UK) ) for MGV's memory upgrade modules are listed below: -0- Compaq Armada 7700 & 1500 Size MGV Part No. MSRP 16MB C162109 $139 32MB C320580 $389 64MB C640685 $749 MGV is a worldwide supplier of high-quality PC Card and memory upgrade products for notebooks, desktop computers, workstations, servers, printers and a wide range of consumer electronics. The company's products are designed and manufactured at its ISO (1) See ISO speed. (2) (International Organization for Standardization, Geneva, Switzerland, www.iso.ch) An organization that sets international standards, founded in 1946. The U.S. member body is ANSI. 9001-certified manufacturing facility in Huntsville, Ala. MGV products are available through resellers, distributors and at more than 1,500 retail outlets including office product superstores, consumer electronics chains and mass merchants. The company also distributes its PC Card and memory products to a variety of computer companies through OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) The rebranding of equipment and selling it. The term initially referred to the company that made the products (the "original" manufacturer), but eventually became widely used to refer to the organization that buys the products and agreements. MGV headquarters are located at 29B Technology Drive, Suite 100, Irvine, Calif. 92618. Telephone 800/440-4648. Fax 714/453-1760. The company's World Wide Web site can be reached at http://www.mgvgroup.com . CONTACT: MGV Memory Catherine Castaneda, 800/440-4648 ccastaneda@mgvgroup.com or Comm Strategies Kari Garcia, 714/753-9292 kgarcia@commstrategies.com |
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