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SimpleTech Introduces 160 GB and 250 GB SimpleDrive External Hard Drives 160 GB and 250 GB External Hard Drives Ideal for Quick and Easy Storage and Backup SANTA ANA, Calif., Feb. 9 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- SimpleTech, Inc. , a designer, manufacturer and marketer of custom and open-standard memory solutions based on Flash memory and DRAM technologies, today announced the availability of the SimpleDrive External Hard Drive in 160 GB and 250 GB capacities, adding to its existing line of SimpleDriveExternal Hard Drives. The products will be unveiled at the PMA (Photo Marketing Association) trade show held at the Las Vegas Convention Center from February 12-15, 2004. SimpleTech will exhibit in booth N-64. "Demand for external storage is increasing among photographers and others who need extra space to store digital images and other large multimedia files," said Ken Roberts, director of product marketing at SimpleTech. "The SimpleDrive External Hard Drive is ideal for storing large files as the drives provide a fast, convenient way to quickly store and backup voluminous amounts of data." For added data safety and security, SimpleTech's StorageSync(TM) automatic backup software for Windows is included free with the new desktop hard drive. The software is easy to use and is completely automatic, enabling fast and easy backup, restoration and synchronization for an entire PC or selected files and folders. The SimpleDrive offers lightning-fast storage with transfer speeds up to 480 Mb/sec. and operates at 7200 RPM for fast throughput. SimpleDrive External Hard Drives are available with a USB 2.0 connection and are backward compatible with USB 1.1 and compatible with Window's(R) and Macintosh(R) operating systems. They also offer convenient plug-and-play installation and are mass storage compliant and hot-swappable. SimpleDrive External Hard Drives include a Kensington security lock slot to prevent unauthorized removal of the SimpleDrive, providing the reliability and security that users demand. A Kensington MicroSaver security cable can be used to attach the drive to a secure and immovable object such as a wall or desk. With a newly designed fan-free sleek aluminum case, the drives dissipate heat, providing ultra-quiet and cool operation. The SimpleDrive measures 5.51" (H) x 8.86" (L) X 1.35" (D). Manufacturers suggested retail price for the SimpleDrive External Hard Drive is $219.99 for the 160 GB capacity, and $369.00 for the 250 GB. The 160 GB SimpleDrive External Hard Drive is now available and general availability of the 250 GB is expected this month at BJ's Wholesales, Sam's Club, Amazon.com, Buy.com, CDW, J&R Music World, Ingram Micro, Insight, NewEgg, PC Connection, PC Mall, Zones, and SimpleTech's online retail store. The SimpleDrive External Hard Drive comes with a one-year warranty backed by SimpleTech's reputation for quality and support. About SimpleTech SimpleTech, Inc. designs, manufactures and markets custom and open-standard memory solutions based on Flash and DRAM memory technologies. Headquartered in Santa Ana, California, the company offers a comprehensive line of more than 2,500 products and specializes in developing high-density memory modules, memory cards and storage devices. For more information, visit the company's Web site at http://www.simpletech.com/ . Safe Harbor This release may contain forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, including, but not limited to, statements concerning the performance of SimpleTech's SimpleDrive External Hard Drives and StorageSync(TM). Actual results may differ materially from the results predicted. Important factors which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements are detailed under "Risk Factors" in filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission made from time to time by SimpleTech, including its Annual Report on Form 10-K, its quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, and its current reports on Form 8-K. Other factors that could cause our actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements include the following risks: SimpleTech's SimpleDrive External Hard Drives and StorageSync(TM) may not perform in the manner anticipated and customer demand for such products may not grow as projected. Also due to unforeseen market conditions the price and availability dates might be adversely affected. SimpleTech undertakes no obligation to release publicly any revisions to any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. DATASOURCE: SimpleTech, Inc. CONTACT: Media, Elaine Marshall, Director of Public Relations, +1-949-260-8219, , or Jose Zavala, PR Representative, +1-949-260-8290, , or Investors, Mitch Gellman, Director of Investor Relations, +1-949-260-8328, , all of SimpleTech, Inc. Web site: http://www.simpletech.com/

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