WALL DATA(R) TAKES THE LEAD IN MIDRANGE SYSTEMS SOLUTIONS WITH THE NEW RUMBA(R) ACCESS/400; First To Bring Integrated Database, Mail And Public Access To The AS/400(R) User.

KIRKLAND, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 3, 1995--Wall Data Inc. (NASDAQ:WALL) today announced RUMBA Access/400 V3.0, the first and only client/server connectivity solution for IBM AS/400 business users that provides integrated application, database, mail and public access functionality.

Wall Data's RUMBA Access/400 uses the familiar Windows interface to provide transparent access to applications and information anywhere in the corporate enterprise and beyond. By seamlessly integrating RUMBA for the Internet, Wall Data's recently patented RUMBA for Database Access and RUMBA MESSENGER into RUMBA Access/400, users now have state-of-the art access to AS/400 host applications and critical information across private and public networks.

The unique and exclusive RUMBA Access/400 QuickAssist data entry feature saves users time and money. QuickAssist doubles employee data entry productivity by anticipating and entering information in user entry screens based on previous actions, decreasing the number of keystrokes by more than 50 percent.

"Wall Data is the leader in the AS/400 desktop connectivity market, owning more than 70 percent of the market between its direct and OEM sales efforts," said York Baur, Wall Data vice president of product marketing. "We continue to aggressively provide innovative technology solutions to meet the changing needs of our business customers within a client/server environment. RUMBA Access/400 will secure Wall Data's leadership position in this market by yet again raising the productivity bar for AS/400 connectivity software products."

Supporting both V2 and V3 versions of the AS/400 operating system, RUMBA Access/400 offers users the most complete set of display, print, file transfer, data access and reporting capabilities available on the market today.

RUMBA Access/400 provides built-in database access support with its newly patented RUMBA for Database Access, including enhanced database report writing for quickly producing high-quality reports. Users can now bring vital information residing in AS/400 databases to their desktop through ODBC-compliant (Open Data Base Connectivity) applications such as Excel or Access.

Industry Firsts

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Wall Data RUMBA Access/400 brings many new solutions to business

users:

-- RUMBA Access/400 is the first product to ship a fully integrated mail and messaging application with its RUMBA MESSENGER. RUMBA MESSENGER gives business users the ability to connect and unify multiple LAN and host e-mail systems directly from Windows. RUMBA MESSENGER supports and interfaces with the most popular electronic mail platforms, including IBM OfficeVision/400, Microsoft Mail, Lotus cc:Mail and X.400 mail systems. Users can send and receive mail and exchange files through several e-mail systems using a single, simple application.

-- RUMBA Access/400 is the first Windows product to incorporate IBM's MPTN (Multi-Protocol Transport Network) technology into an end user solution. MPTN allows users to run SNA protocols over a TCP/IP network, enabling the integration of both network protocols without impacting end-user functionality. This solves the problems of traditional Telnet (TN5250) approaches, which dramatically limit AS/400 application functionality and eliminates the cost and complexity associated with LAN gateways.

-- RUMBA Access/400 is the first product to feature a full suite of TCP/IP applications, such as RUMBA File Manager (FTP), print (LPD and LPR) and a 32-bit VxD TCP/IP stack.

-- RUMBA Access/400 is the first product to eliminate repetitive key strokes with its new QuickAssist feature.

-- Wall Data was the first company to provide a native Windows-based APPC (Advanced Program to Program Communication) router. RUMBA Access/400 supports all PC Support functions, including shared folders and virtual print, eliminating the need for DOS TSRs while simplifying memory management and improving overall performance.

Productivity Advancements

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New enhancements to the user interface parallel the new user interface features in Microsoft Windows 95 to minimize training and support for current RUMBA software users. The interface advancements include a configurable toolbar with tool tips, user menu set-up, mail integration, a new help manager and 3D hotspots.

The newly enhanced RUMBA Router, a high-performance APPC engine, now supports direct connectivity to Novell's NetWare for SAA servers.

RUMBA Access/400 also offers PowerSync(TM) for RUMBA, a powerful tool for viewing, analyzing and updating shared and portable files between PCs or PCs and network servers. PowerSync for RUMBA will simplify system administration and management tasks by aiding administrators in distributing software updates.

In addition, RUMBA Access/400 supports batch file transfer, giving users the ability to move multiple files between PC and AS/400 systems at prescheduled dates and times. Another new feature in RUMBA Access/400 is its ability to administer multiple AS/400 systems, either local or remote, from a single PC console.

Available in July 1995, the suggested U.S. license fee for RUMBA Access/400 is $400. Through Sept. 30, Wall Data is offering RUMBA Access/400 at an introductory price of $300, and Wall Data is offering current RUMBA for the AS/400 customers a special upgrade price of $99. RUMBA Messenger, RUMBA for Database Access and RUMBA for the Internet are also available separately.

Wall Data develops, markets and supports PC-to-host connectivity software products and application tools for Microsoft Windows and Windows NT, IBM OS/2 and Macintosh operating system users. The RUMBA family of software products gives PC users easy access to applications and data residing in the corporate and public enterprise. Wall Data also provides graphical interface application tools to help improve workplace productivity. The company's comprehensive support program, ONESTEP(TM) Services, provides technical solutions for RUMBA software business users.

Wall Data is headquartered in Kirkland, Washington, with 65 offices throughout the world. Products are sold through a global network of computer distributors and resellers, OEMs and directly through Wall Data's worldwide sales force. For more information, contact Wall Data at 1 (800) 48-RUMBA, or on the World Wide Web at http://www.walldata.com.

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