Toshiba's Ultra-Slim Desktop is a Picture-Perfect Package.

IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 8, 1998--

Toshiba Continues Its Technology Leadership by Combining Space-Saving Design and a Brilliant Digital LCD Display in a Full-Featured Desktop

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Editor's Summary:

--   Paving the way in state-of-the-art computing solutions to meet
     every business customer need, the Equium(TM) 100 is a
     high-performance PC that maximizes desktop real estate for
     customers desiring to save space without compromising power,
     price and screen clarity.

--   The 15-inch LCD screen easily swivels to a 90-degree vertical or
     horizontal viewing angle, enabling users to view spreadsheets,
     brochures and other large documents in either landscape or
     portrait mode.

--   This full-featured PC includes up to a 300MHz Intel(R) Pentium(R)
     II processor, Intel's 440LX chip set, 64MB DRAM (expandable to
     256MB), up to a 4GB hard drive, CD-ROM, 10/100 Ethernet, a PCI
     Slot and a full complement of ports.

-- The Equium 100 commercial desktops are available now with
     estimated single unit prices beginning at $2,999.

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The Computer Systems Division (CSD) of Toshiba America Information Systems Inc. (TAIS) continues its industry-leading innovation with the introduction of its space-saving Equium 100 commercial desktop.

Combining a rugged, yet stylish ultra-slim chassis with a 15-inch digital LCD display, the Equium 100 is one of the thinnest system profiles available and provides the crispest viewing on the market today. It's the picture-perfect solution for businesses needing to save space without compromising power, price, screen clarity and performance.

"The Equium 100 carries on the tradition of innovation in the Equium series," said Jeffrey Friederichs, vice president of marketing, Toshiba Computer Systems Division. "Toshiba leveraged its expertise in LCD technology, heat management and portable manufacturing to design a breakthrough desktop that fulfills the needs of today's space-constrained customers."

"Toshiba has become one of the most aggressive commercial PC vendors, offering revolutionary designs that address real customer issues beyond the standard processor upgrades and price points," said Nathan Nuttall, research director, Computing Systems for Sherwood Research Inc. "The Equium 100 is a product that clearly demonstrates Toshiba's commitment to delivering no-compromise solutions tailored for the unique needs of business customers."

Breakthrough Design Minimizes Space

Although space is a premium among businesses of all sizes, most of today's desktop computers take up a large part of the user's desktop. With a small footprint measuring just 15.6" (W) x 8.7" (D) x 16.5" (H) and an attached 15-inch flat-panel display, the Equium 100 takes up less than half of the space of a typical 17-inch monitor.

This makes the Equium 100 an ideal solution for a variety of businesses, including space-constrained environments such as call centers or reservation desks.

The Equium 100's unique industrial design and handsome styling enhance boardrooms, reception areas and senior management offices with a high-profile image, including law firms and advertising agencies.

True Digital Display Raises the Bar on Picture Quality

The Equium 100 sets new standards for visual clarity and viewing options. The 15-inch digital flat-panel display offers nearly as much viewable area as a typical 17-inch CRT screen. It provides high-impact brightness and color contrast for exceptional text and graphics quality. With the click of a mouse, the monitor swivels to a 90-degree vertical or horizontal viewing angle, enabling users to view spreadsheets, brochures and other large documents in either landscape or portrait mode.

The integrated digital flat-panel display is easier on the eyes than traditional CRT screens. Accountants, architects, urban planners and corporate executives will benefit from the true digital clarity and swiveling display that makes it easier to view large spread sheets, CAD designs and slide presentations.

In addition, LCDs do not emit radiation, making them an excellent fit for medical offices and hospitals that must meet zero-radiation requirements. The Equium 100 consumes less than one-third of the power of a typical desktop and monitor and generates less heat, making it well suited for enclosed environments or where power consumption is a major concern.

Flexible Configuration, Powerful Performance

This full-featured PC is not only stylish and compact, but powerful. It's loaded with a 266MHz or 300MHz Intel Pentium II processor, Intel's 440LX chip set, up to 64MB DRAM (expandable to 256MB) and up to a 4GB hard drive to meet customer demands for performance and reliability.

In spite of its compact size, the Equium 100 still offers a full array of ports and a PCI slot for additional expansion. The system also includes an integrated Intel 10/100 Ethernet network interface and a 16X CD-ROM.

Manageability Features

All Toshiba desktops offer the best in manageability and the Equium 100 is no exception. Toshiba's Equium 100 has a complete package of manageability features including power-saving Secure Sleep with Instant On, Wake-on-LAN, APM1.2, DMI 2.0 and Intel's LANDesk(R) Client Manager 3.2.

The Equium 100 is easier to service than most flat-panel systems. By simply removing two thumbscrews, the monitor comes off within seconds.

Service and Support

The Equium line of commercial desktop PCs come with standard three-year parts, one-year labor and one-year next business day on-site warranty. Unlimited telephone support is provided through Toshiba's InTouch Center for the term of the hardware warranty, 24 hours-a-day, 7 days-a-week.

Pricing and Availability

The Equium 100 commercial desktops are available now with estimated single unit prices beginning at $2,999, depending on configuration. Toshiba Equium PCs are available through traditional distribution channels, including dealers, VARs, distributors and selected mail order partners.

About Toshiba America Information Systems Inc.

Toshiba continues to be a leading vendor in the U.S. market for portable computers with 20.4 percent market share in 1997 according to International Data Corp. The company offers portable and desktop computing solutions for business customers and consumers under the Toshiba brand name. For dealer referral and product literature, call 1-800-TOSHIBA, or visit the company's World Wide Web site at www.toshiba.com.

Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., with annual sales of approximately $3 billion, TAIS is comprised of nine divisions which manufacture and market a wide range of business and information-oriented products in the United States and Latin America and one wholly owned subsidiary which operates a network of copier/fax dealers.

Products include portable and desktop computers; plain-paper copiers; facsimile systems; voice mail systems; digital business telephone systems; toner products; systems solutions for the cable industry; digital cameras and network systems.

TAIS is an independent operating company, owned by Toshiba America, Inc., a subsidiary of the $44 billion Toshiba Corp., the sixth largest electronics and electrical equipment manufacturer, and the world's 37th largest corporation in terms of sales. Toshiba Corporation is a world leader in high-technology products with 315 major subsidiaries and affiliates worldwide.

For more information: For dealer referral and Equium product literature, call 1-800-Toshiba, or visit the company's web site at http://www.toshiba.com.

Note to Editors: Equium is a registered trademark of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. Pentium, and LANDesk are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. All other products and names mentioned are trademarked and/or registered by their respective companies. All prices, specifications and availability are subject to change.

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