SMSC Announces LPC47N253 Integrated Notebook Keyboard Controller with I/O, Docking Features, Shared Flash Interface and SPI.

Business/High Tech Editors

SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 16, 2002

Standard Microsystems Corporation (Nasdaq: SMSC), the leading supplier of Input/Output (I/O) devices for notebook PCs, announced today at WinHEC 2002 the LPC47N253 Integrated Advanced Notebook I/O Controller, Embedded Controller and Keyboard Controller for full-featured notebook PCs.

SMSC, a WinHEC 2002 sponsor, is demonstrating the LPC47N253 at the conference, which runs through April 18th.

The LPC47N253 integrates the functionality of a Super I/O, a high-performance 8051 microprocessor for keyboard control and system management, as well as a shared flash interface, all in a 256-pin BGA or LBGA package.

Robert Hollingsworth, SMSC's Senior Vice President for Advanced I/O Products, stated, "SMSC's LPC47N253 offers a unique set of innovative features including the LPC PortSwitch(TM) interface connection, a shared flash interface and the Serial Peripheral Interface. With the LPC47N253, a portable PC designer can combine state-of-the-art features in a small form factor with the lowest possible bill-of-materials cost."

A key new feature of the LPC47N253 is the SMSC LPC PortSwitch interface. The LPC PortSwitch interface, first demonstrated at this year's Spring Intel(R) Developer's Forum, is a hot-switchable external LPC interface feature that enables the design of more cost-effective, full-feature port replication and docking solutions. The LPC47N253 also incorporates a Shared Flash Interface, which allows system designers the opportunity to choose the most economical flash memory solution for their application - ISA Flash, LPC Flash or a Firmware Hub. The latest addition to SMSC's line of advanced notebook I/O products, the LPC47N253 incorporates the industry-standard Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) for communication with direct battery management solutions. The SPI also allows the LPC47N253 to communicate with and control a wide variety of third-party companion devices, including ADCs, DACs, and EEPROMS.

For Trusted Computer solutions, embedded CMOS memory in the LPC47N253 allows for the restricted-access storage of encrypted keys.

In recognition of the importance of BIOS support, the LPC47N253 is introduced with full BIOS support by Phoenix and Insyde, the leading BIOS vendors for notebook computers.

Price, Package and Availability

The LPC47N253-AAQ is packaged in a 256-pin low-profile ball grid array (LBGA - 1.4mm height) and is priced at $13.50 in production quantities. The LPC47N253-AAF is packaged in a 256-pin ball grid array (BGA) package and is priced at $12.00 in production quantities.

Samples of the LPC47N253-AAQ are available immediately, as are a full suite of software drivers, evaluation boards and field application engineering support. Samples of the LPC47N253-AAF will be available shortly.

The LPC47N253 product brief, as well as technical information on SMSC's other products, is available on SMSC's web site at http://www.smsc.com. Please contact your local SMSC sales office for more information.

About SMSC

SMSC provides Real World Connectivity(TM) solutions for a broad range of high-speed communication and computing applications. Leveraging a vast intellectual property portfolio and an extensive history in the design of the world's most preferred Advanced Input/Output products, SMSC delivers integrated hardware and software solutions to manage systems and connect peripherals within today's rapidly evolving computing architectures. SMSC works with industry leading OEMs to combine advanced digital, mixed-signal and analog functionality into Application Specific Standard Products.

The Company's Embedded Products connect people, machines and information. SMSC delivers integrated Ethernet and USB 2.0 solutions, along with a diverse range of other products, for network printers, set-top boxes, home gateway products, car navigation systems, cellular base stations, USB peripherals and more.

SMSC is based in Hauppauge, New York and maintains offices worldwide, including locations in North America, Asia, Europe and Japan. SMSC operates engineering design centers in San Jose, CA, Hauppauge, NY and Austin, TX. More information about the Company is available on the World Wide Web at http://www.smsc.com.

Forward Looking Statements

Except for historical information contained herein, the matters discussed in this announcement are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, including the timely development and market acceptance of new products, the impact of competitive products and pricing and the effect of changing economic conditions. SMSC competes in the semiconductor industry, which has historically been characterized by intense competition, rapid technological change, cyclical market patterns, price erosion and periods of mismatched supply and demand. In addition, sales of many of the Company's products depend largely on sales of personal computers and peripheral devices and reductions in the rate of growth of the PC and Embedded markets could adversely affect its operating results. These and other risks and uncertainties are detailed from time to time in the Company's reports filed with the SEC. Investors are advised to read the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K and quarterly reports on Form 10-Q filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, particularly those sections entitled "Other Factors That May Affect Future Operating Results" for a more complete discussion of these and other risks and uncertainties.

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