Micron Electronics Delivers First Direct Channel Sub-$1,000 Computer.NAMPA, Idaho--(BUSINESS WIRE)--January 20, 1998-- -Micron(tm) Millennia(R) Special Edition desktop combines new technology and superlative value, ships to customers' doors in as little as 24 hours- Micron Electronics, Inc., (MUEI: 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 ), launched today the direct channel's first sub-$1,000, fully configured PC, setting a new standard in the industry. The Micron Millennia Special Edition (SE) with Intel's 233MHz (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. Pentium(R) processor with 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). (tm) technology offers leading performance, and this latest edition to Micron's Millennia line can ship to a customer's home in one day or can be leased for as little as $40 per month through Micron's affordable Consumer Lease Program. "Micron Electronics is committed to delivering the right technology at the right time, and the Micron Millennia SE desktop is an excellent demonstration of how we stand behind that promise," said Micron Electronics Vice President of Desktop Products Jeffrey K. Moeser. "This machine epitomizes the benefits customers receive when purchasing from Micron Electronics and the direct channel: new technology, quick delivery, competitive pricing as well as superior service, support and financing options." Same day shipment of the Micron Millennia SE is available through the ComputersNow!(R) program by ordering online at http://www.micronpc.com or calling 800/209-9686, which allows U.S. customers to choose from Micron's most popular pre-configured notebook or desktop configurations. After the computer arrives, Micron Electronics team members support the product with award-winning technical customer service. A fully upgradable motherboard allows customers to change sound and video or upgrade memory at a later date. Additionally, Micron Electronics provides two open memory slots for future upgrades. "Our focus to give a full spectrum of products to home users is enhanced by offering an industry leading consumer lease which provides additional buying power Buying Power The money an investor has available to buy securities. In a margin account, the buying power is the total cash held in the brokerage account plus maximum margin available. Also referred to as "Excess Equity. while preserving our customers' cash position and making it as easy as possible to get the computing technology they need," Moeser said. "The Micron Millennia SE is another benchmark for Micron Electronics, as it demonstrates the company's efficiency to provide full, end-to-end solutions (jargon) end-to-end solution - (E2ES) A term that suggests that the supplier of an application program or system will provide all the hardware and/or software components and resouces to meet the customer's requirement and no other supplier need be involved. Compare: turn-key solution. for all consumers." Beyond the Micron Consumer Lease, Micron Electronics offers aggressive commercial leasing programs for all market-leading products the company offers. Additional terms and conditions of the Micron Consumer Lease as well as other Micron leasing products can be obtained through a Micron sales representative. The Micron Millennia SE 233 is the latest addition to Micron's award-winning product line of desktop PCs. Starting at $999, the Millennia SE 233 incorporates the following features into one powerful solution: -- Intel 233MHz Intel Pentium processor with MMX technology MMX technology - Matrix Math eXtensions -- 16MB of EDO-DRAM -- 3.2GB hard disk drive -- US Robotics US Robotics - U.S. Robotics, Inc. X2 modem -- Microsoft(R) Windows(R) 95 -- 512KB internal L2 secondary SRAM See static RAM. SRAM - static random-access memory cache -- 16 bit stereo sound with speakers -- Keyboard and mouse -- 16X 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). -- 1-year parts/ 1-year on-site warranty -- SystemWizard - automated problem diagnosis and resolution software A 15" (13.7 display) monitor is available for an additional $200. Micron Electronics, Inc., and its subsidiaries manufacture electronic products and provide services for a wide range of computing and digital applications. The Company develops, markets, manufactures and supports PC systems for consumer, business, government and educational use. In addition, Micron Custom Manufacturing Services, Inc., a subsidiary of Micron Electronics, Inc., provides custom contract manufacturing services to original equipment manufacturers. SpecTek, a division of Micron Electronics, Inc., processes and markets various grades of DRAM products under the SpecTek(R) brand name. Micron Electronics, Inc., common stock trades 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 MUEI. The Company is majority owned by Micron Technology Micron Technology ("Micron") NYSE: MU is a multinational company based in Boise, Idaho, USA, best known for producing many forms of semiconductor devices. This includes DRAM, SDRAM, flash memory, and CMOS image sensing chips. , Inc. Product information is available by calling 800/776-4518 or via the Company's home page on the Internet at http://www.micronpc.com . Millennia Computers Now!, and SpecTek is a registered trademark of Micron Electronics, Inc. Pentium is a registered trademark and MMX is a trademark of Intel Corporation (company) Intel Corporation - A US microelectronics manufacturer. They produced the Intel 4004, Intel 8080, Intel 8086, Intel 80186, Intel 80286, Intel 80386, Intel 486 and Pentium microprocessor families as well as many other integrated circuits and personal computer networking . Other product names used in this publication are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective companies. CONTACTS: Micron Electronics, Inc. or Wilson McHenry Company Jamie Hodges Kristi Melani 208/898-3900 650/638-3400 jahodges@micronpc.com kmelani@wmc.com |
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