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University of Arizona Selects Gateway as Campus-Wide Provider of Computing Products and Services Strategic Alliance Combines Product Discounts, Advanced Training and Grant Programs With Specialized IT Support From S2 Business Solutions, a Gateway ProNet Partner IRVINE, Calif., May 18 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The University of Arizona (UA) and the Arizona Board of Regents have entered a strategic alliance with Gateway, Inc. making the nation's number three PC company a campus-wide provider of computing products and IT support to the University. The five-year arrangement, which is expected to total more than $45 million in sales over the life of the contract, establishes Gateway as the University's premier technology provider, bringing sales discounts on desktops, notebooks, tablets and servers to the institution as well as its student body. The University will also benefit from Gateway ProNet partner S2 Business Solutions' services, providing the school with specialized onsite IT management and networking expertise. University staff, students and faculty also will receive discounts on Gateway products and services as well as training, including the company's all-new lineup of professional grade notebooks as a result of the alliance. "Gateway has demonstrated great commitment to The University of Arizona in providing our students with the technology tools and financial assistance they need to be successful in a learning environment and in the future," said Joel Valdez, UA Senior Vice President for Business Affairs. "Gateway's participation through this strategic partnership has also brought a new level of excitement to the University with the promise of accessing powerful technology throughout the campus." The alliance with Gateway also provides UA with continued access to the latest in technology through periodic system refreshes, supplementary services and dedicated onsite tech support. Additionally, Gateway will provide training for all system installations to include on-site support to UA faculty, staff and students for critical issues. "By utilizing the benefits of working with long-term partners The University of Arizona has created a world-class IT infrastructure and learning environment pushing it to the forefront of educational institutions," said Jim Kaufold, vice president of education sales for Gateway. "Through this alliance, Gateway will provide the university with best-in-class technology, excellent after-the-sale service, training and dedicated onsite support from S2 Business Solutions for a comprehensive IT implementation." Students will continue to benefit from discounts on Gateway products and accessories through the university bookstore. Faculty and staff will have access to a customized website featuring product discounts and specific configurations ensuring rapid implementation into classrooms. The company will provide the university with the company's robust professional line of products including E-Series desktops like the ultra-reliable E-6300 and the space-saving Profile 5.5, managed notebooks including the unique M275 convertible tablet PC and Gateway's powerful new servers. ProNet Partner Program The Gateway ProNetsm partner program provides channel-friendly benefits to help solution providers strengthen and grow their businesses. The program offers solution providers competitive pricing, a wide-ranging service portfolio and a full line of high-quality products that will appeal to their customers. Additionally, the Gateway ProNet partner program features the tools and resources that help make working with Gateway a simple and straightforward experience. The program features ordering tools, financing options, an easy-to-use portal, marketing tools, training and dedicated sales and technical support. With different membership levels and a referral program, ProNet offers several ways by which solution providers can flexibly engage with Gateway. More information can be found at http://www.gateway.com/pronet. From high-end servers to notebooks with long battery life, Gateway has served leading organizations for 20 years. Gateway Professional's customers include many of the world's leading governmental organizations and educational institutions, including the U.S. Defense Logistics Agency, Harvard University, California Highway Patrol and others. For more information on Gateway Professional solutions, visit http://www.gateway.com/business. About Gateway Since its founding in 1985, Irvine, Calif.-based Gateway (NYSE:GTW) has been offering award-winning PCs and related products to consumers, businesses, government agencies and schools with highest quality and service and best overall value. 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. DATASOURCE: Gateway, Inc. CONTACT: Bryan Sherlock of Gateway, Inc., +1-949-471-7756, Web site: http://www.gateway.com/business Web site: http://www.gateway.com/pronet Web site: http://www.gateway.com/

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