Gateway Desktop PC Combines Media Center Entertainment Capabilities With Quiet, Cool BTX Design for Just $999
April 11 2005 - 9:00AM
PR Newswire (US)
Gateway Desktop PC Combines Media Center Entertainment Capabilities
With Quiet, Cool BTX Design for Just $999 New BTX Media Center is
Part of New Spring Line of Gateway Desktop PCs For Retail Customers
IRVINE, Calif., April 11 /PRNewswire/ -- Gateway today announced
its new spring line of desktop PCs available at leading technology
and electronics retailers. The new line-up includes the new
Gateway(R) 832GM desktop PC that is optimized for Microsoft Media
Center Edition 2005 and features a quiet and cool BTX design.
"Thanks to Gateway's increasingly efficient business model, we
continue to pass savings on to our customers with high-performance
PCs available at lower price points," said Marc Demars, Gateway's
senior director of product marketing. "We're also excited to
combine the benefits of Media Center functionality with the
advantages of a quiet and cool BTX design in our new Gateway 832GM.
Now customers can enjoy entertainment capabilities, like sharing
photo slideshows with friends without being bothered by distracting
PC noise. And not only is this PC quiet, but its cooling operation
increases reliability, so it can run the most demanding
applications for years to come." Gateway leads the industry in
BTX-based PCs; the company was the first to market with one in
August 2004. In addition to the BTX system, Gateway is also
offering a mainstream Media Center PC and a multimedia system for
digital media enthusiasts on a budget. Gateway 832GM Media Center:
Digital Entertainment; BTX Benefits The Gateway 832GM marries the
entertainment capabilities of Microsoft(R) Windows Media Center
Edition 2005 with the cool and quiet BTX chassis at a low price of
only $999.99. Based on Intel's BTX architecture, the Gateway 832GM
features an efficient cooling system with two large fans that
provide three times the airflow of a traditional PC. This
sophisticated cooling design can easily handle gaming, graphics,
digital media and other power-hungry applications without
overheating. The BTX design keeps key components cooler, which
increases their reliability. Plus, the large fans spin at 40
percent slower speeds, resulting in whisper quiet operation that
makes it the ideal entertainment PC for the living room, dorm or
bedroom. The Gateway 832GM delivers the latest technology to take
advantage of the Media Center 2005 operating system. It includes an
Intel(R) Pentium(R) 4 processor 630 that runs current 32-bit
applications and tackles next-generation 64-bit productivity
software with ease. The system also supports Intel Hyper-Threading
Technology(1) for improved performance when managing multiple tasks
at once. Intel integrated graphics with full DirectX(TM) 9 support
and 1GB DDR (400Mhz) dual channel memory expandable to 4GB provides
vibrant graphics playback to bring gaming, digital video and other
multimedia to life. The Gateway 832GM is outfitted with premium
features and a remote control for the best possible entertainment
experience that can be enjoyed from the comfort of the couch. It's
the perfect PC for watching TV while taking advantage of digital
media hobbies like digital photo slide show creation and
productivity applications. Users will also enjoy viewing digital
video and participating in exciting computer games on this
multimedia powerhouse. The multi-format 16x double-layer DVD+/-RW
optical drive (up to 8.5GB capacity) and a giant 250GB serial ATA
hard drive(2) offer optimum storage for graphic intensive
applications. In addition, Intel High-Definition 8-Channel Audio
delivers deep, realistic sound. The Gateway 832GM also comes with a
TV tuner, premium amplified stereo speakers and 10/100/1000 Mbps
Ethernet LAN. It is offered for a manufacturer's suggested retail
price of just $999.99. Gateway 830GM Media Center: Turbo-Charged
Power; High-End Functionality Consumers looking for a Media Center
PC for playing MP3 music and enjoying digital photography need look
no further than the Gateway 830GM. It combines the user-friendly
benefits of the Media Center operating system and high-performance
technology at a good price. An Intel(R) Pentium(R) 4 630 (3.0GHz)
supporting HT technology(1) with the Intel 915G chipset is the
foundation of a powerful PC that can take on the latest games and
digital media hobbies as well as upcoming 64-bit applications. The
PC features 1GB DDR (400MHz) dual channel memory expandable to 4GB.
Intel(R) Graphics Media Accelerator 900 brings vivid color and
clarity to games and photos. This high-performance PC also sports a
huge 200GB serial ATA hard drive(2) (7200RPM with 8MB cache) for
storing graphic intensive files and applications as well as a
double layer 16X DVD+/-RW (up to 8.5GB capacity) multi-format drive
and DVD-ROM to provide ample storage for data, photos and videos.
The Gateway 830GM comes in a six-bay mini-tower with Microsoft(R)
Windows Media Center 2005 and Intel PRO 10/100 Ethernet LAN. It's
available for a manufacturer's suggested retail price of $879.99.
Gateway 507GR: Latest Technology; All-Around Performer Boasting an
Intel(R) Pentium(R) 4 processor 530 supporting HT technology(1) and
DirectX(TM) support for the latest games and digital media, the
Gateway 507GR delivers excellent performance for a great price.
Leveraging the Intel 915G chipset and 512MB DDR (400MHz) dual
channel memory that's expandable to 4GB, this PC will please users
who like to run multiple applications simultaneously. A large 200GB
serial ATA hard drive(2) and 16X DVD+/-RW (double layer - 8.5GB
capacity) optical drive and DVD-ROM allow for optimum storage and
back- up of DVD movies, digital photo slide shows and MP3 music.
Intel(R) Graphics Media Accelerator 900 Graphics with DirectX 9
support delivers stunning multimedia playback and Intel High
Definition 6-Channel Audio provides realistic sound. The Gateway
507GR comes with Microsoft(R) Windows XP Home Edition SP2 and Intel
PRO 10/100 Ethernet LAN for connecting to the Internet. It's
available for a manufacturer's suggested retail price of $699.99.
All of these new Gateway systems come with an 8-in-1 Digital Media
Manager for reading the latest digital devices, a premium
multimedia keyboard and a two-button wheel mouse. Comprehensive
Software Bundle Boosts Productivity and Security The Gateway
desktop PCs, designed for digital media applications, are outfitted
with Cyberlink(R) PowerDVD for enhancing DVDs with bright, vibrant
visuals. They also come with the Nero 6 Suite that includes five
different software packages: Nero Express for the quick and easy
creation of personalized CDs and DVDs; Nero BackItUP for developing
back-ups of existing CDs and DVDs; InCD 4 Writing, which makes it
possible to burn content to the latest CD and DVD media formats,
including CD-RW, CD-R, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD-/+RW and DVD/+RW;
InCD 4 Reader for cross-platform compatibility with various Mac and
Windows operating systems such as Windows XP, Windows 2000 and
Windows 98; and Nero BurnRights for enabling multiple users to burn
CDs from one system without accessing the system administrator's
files. The new systems are bundled with a wide array of
productivity software, including Microsoft(R) Works 8.0,
Microsoft(R) Money 2005, Microsoft Picture IT! 10, Microsoft(R)
Encarta Online, Adobe(R) Acrobat Reader, Microsoft(R) Media Player
10, RealNetworks RealPlayer(R) and AOL 9.0 with a three-month
membership.(3) Top-Rated Service and Support Gateway's commitment
to quality and reliability is evident in its award-winning line of
PCs as well as in its exceptional service and support programs. The
company's extensive online support center helps customers maximize
their PC investment; it gives them easy access to customer support
representatives and information on important issues such as
warranties,(4) technical issues and upgrading. Gateway offers a
pro-active service tool called BigFix(R) at no charge on all its
PCs. With the customer's permission, BigFix identifies and sends
messages offering updates and general PC maintenance. Additionally,
the Gateway System Recovery solution offers all customers the
ability to easily recover drivers, applications or the full factory
image. The Gateway System Recovery solution provides advanced
recovery capabilities that are always available, so consumers
experience less down time in the event of a system issue. Unlike
other recovery systems, Gateway's solution lets customers restore
the factory software image while maintaining all data files stored
on the PC. Back-up options and restore procedures are simple,
thanks to Gateway's easy-to-understand recovery guide and system
recovery interface. Gateway PCs also come with the Gateway Internet
Security Shield. It helps to protect the computer from viruses and
other unwanted issues with Norton Internet Security(5) 2005
(Anti-Virus, Anti-Spam, Firewall and Parental Control) and McAfee
Anti-Spyware.(6) About Gateway Since its founding in 1985, Irvine,
Calif.-based Gateway (NYSE:GTW) has been a technology pioneer,
offering award-winning PCs and related products to consumers,
businesses, government agencies and schools. After acquiring
eMachines in early 2004, Gateway is now the third largest PC
company in the U.S. and among the top ten worldwide. The company's
value-based eMachines brand is sold exclusively by leading
retailers worldwide, while the premium Gateway line is available at
major retailers, over the web and phone, and through its direct and
indirect sales force. See http://www.gateway.com/ for more
information. All offers subject to change without notice or
obligation and may not be available through all sales channels.
Prices listed are manufacturer suggested retail prices and may vary
by retail location. Applicable taxes extra. Intel, Pentium and
Centrino are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel
Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other
countries. Other product or service names mentioned herein are the
trademarks of their respective owners. 1. Performance may vary. See
http://www.intel.com/ for additional information. 2. Accessible
capacity varies; MB = 1 million bytes; GB = 1 billion bytes. 3.
Additional phone charges may apply. Call 1-800-846-2000 for details
and access numbers. Check the number you select with your local
phone company. New US members 18+ only. Major credit card or
checking account required. 4. Limited warranties and service
agreements apply; visit gateway.com or call 1-800-846-2000 for a
free copy. May not be available in all locations. Phone charges may
apply for tech support. 5. 90 days of LiveUpdate feature included.
Internet connection required. 6. 30 days of LiveUpdate feature
included. Internet connection required. DATASOURCE: Gateway
CONTACT: Lisa Emard of Gateway, +1-949-471-7705, Web site:
http://www.gateway.com/
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