Gateway Delivers 64-Bit Processing and BTX Through Entire Line of Desktop PCs for Home Customers; Available Direct From Gateway
September 12 2005 - 9:02AM
PR Newswire (US)
Cool and Reliable BTX Design Is the Perfect Complement for Powerful
New Desktop PCs That Feature the Latest Processors, Memory, Hard
Drives, Graphics IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --
Gateway, Inc. today introduced a new line of desktop PCs for
consumers, the DX Series, which includes the latest technology
across the entire line, including Intel 64-bit processors, a cool
and reliable BTX chassis and a range of technology options.
Gateway's unique BTX chassis features a sophisticated cooling
system that allows it to easily handle the fastest processors and
power-hungry graphics with ease. The design more effectively cools
internal components, thereby increasing overall reliability and
extending the life of key components by up to 82 percent over
traditional ATX PCs.(1) "We've taken the latest technologies that
other PC companies typically roll out only on their high-end
systems and are making them available throughout our entire line --
from high-performance all the way down to our value models," said
Marc Demars, Gateway's senior director of product marketing. "By
doing this, we're enhancing the level of performance and
reliability our customers can get. We invite anyone buying a new PC
to take a look at our new desktops and at any of our competitors to
see who provides the better value." In addition to the latest
processors, the new line of PCs feature additional technology that
make the products the de facto choice for consumers, including fast
and reliable SATA hard disk drives, responsive DDR2 memory and
faster graphics performance. Gateway customers who visit
http://www.gateway.com/ or call 1-800-GATEWAY can choose from three
new products -- the DX100, DX200 and DX300 -- all of which feature
Intel 64-bit processors and Gateway's cool and reliable BTX design.
Plus, by ordering direct from Gateway, customers can customize
their PCs with the features that best fit their needs, including
processors, displays, memory, hard drives, optical drives,
speakers, audio cards, graphics cards, digital media readers,
keyboards and software. BTX Design Boosts Cooling, Reliability All
of Gateway's new DX Series PCs are based on Gateway's unique design
that optimizes Intel's BTX architecture. Gateway's BTX PCs use dual
system fans to create a central wind tunnel inside the chassis to
circulate up to three times more air than traditional PCs. As a
result, internal components like processors, hard drives and
graphics cards are cooled more efficiently resulting in improved
system reliability. Gateway DX300: High-End Technology at a
Mainstream Price The Gateway DX300 is ideal for home customers who
want power and performance for gaming and digital media hobbies, as
it incorporates the latest technology, including the new Intel(R)
Pentium(R) 4 600 series processors that are ready to support 64-bit
software using Intel(R) Extended Memory 64 Technology. The
processors also support Intel Hyper Threading Technology(2), which
makes it easier and faster to take on several tasks, such as
burning a music CD while viewing digital photos. The system is
ready for digital media with a DVD+/-R/RW drive and an 8-in-1
digital media reader. The DX300 PC also boasts the latest
technology to result in a faster and more responsive experience;
the PC includes PCI Express, support for the latest DDR2 SDRAM, and
the latest generation of fast and reliable hard drives -- SATA
II/300 -- which run at 7200 RPM. High-definition Intel 5.1 surround
sound audio further enhances the entertainment experience. Plus,
the PC can also be enhanced with optional Intel Pentium D dual core
processors beginning later this month. Customers can experience a
heightened level of gaming and digital media performance by
choosing one of the optional high performance dedicated PCI Express
graphics cards available in the DX300 PC. Plus, the BTX design
keeps the graphics card cool since they face into the central wind
tunnel. It also allows the highest end video cards to occupy only
one slot instead of two, leaving an additional slot for gamers and
power users to fill. The Gateway DX300 PC with a 15-inch LCD is
priced starting at just $899.99. Gateway DX200: The Ultimate Value
for Intel Pentium 4 Performance Delivering added performance at a
very competitive price, the Gateway DX200 desktop PC features
64-bit Intel Pentium 4 processors and the latest Intel integrated
graphics, which provides double the graphics performance of the
previous generation. In addition to the choice of several Intel
Pentium 4 processors, the PC includes the latest DDR2 SDRAM, as
well as premium technology, such as SATA hard drives. The Gateway
DX200 PC with a 17-inch CRT monitor (16.0-inch viewable) is priced
starting at only $649.99. Gateway DX100: Essentials and Lots of
Extras Based on the same great technology in the DX200, the Gateway
DX100 desktop PC delivers enhanced performance for email, web
browsing, word processing and other productivity functions. Unlike
many other entry-level desktops, the DX100 features 64-bit Intel(R)
Celeron(R) D processors and Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900,
which provides twice the graphics performance of the prior
generation. The Gateway DX100 PC with a 17-inch CRT monitor
(16.0-inch viewable) is priced starting at only $499.99.
Configurations, Pricing and Availability Each of the new DX-Series
desktops can be configured-to-order with features and technology
needed by Gateway's customers. They are available now direct from
Gateway. Sample configurations and pricing follow: DX100S DX200S
DX300X Operating Microsoft(R) Microsoft(R) Microsoft(R) system
Windows(R) XP Windows(R) XP Windows(R) XP Home Edition Home Edition
Home Edition Processor Intel(R) Intel(R) Intel(R) Celeron(R) D
Pentium(R) 4 Pentium(R) Processor 336 Processor 516 Processor 630
(2.80 GHz, (2.93 GHz, with Hyper 533MHz FSB, 533MHz FSB, Threading
256K L2 cache) 1MB L2 cache) (3.0GHz, 800MHz FSB, 2MB L2 cache)
Memory 256MB DDR2 Dual 512MB DDR2 Dual 512MB DDR2 Dual Channel
533MHz Channel 533MHz Channel 533MHz SDRAM SDRAM SDRAM Hard drive
(3) 40GB SATA 80GB SATA 200GB SATA Optical drive CD-RW drive
CR-RW/DVD combo DVD+/-R/RW drive drive and a DVD-ROM drive
Expansion slots 1 PCI-E x1, and 1 PCI-E x1, and 1 PCI-E x16,1 2
full height 2 full height PCI-E x1, and PCI slots PCI slots 2 full
height PCI slots Display 17-inch CRT 17-inch CRT 15-inch LCD
(16.0-inch (16.0-inch viewable) viewable) Video Integrated
Integrated Integrated Intel(R) Intel(R) Intel(R) Graphics Media
Graphics Media Graphics Media Accelerator 900 Accelerator 900
Accelerator 950 with up to with up to with up to 128MB shared 128MB
shared 224MB shared memory memory memory Limited 90-day limited
90-day limited One year Warranty (4) warranty warranty limited
warranty Price US $499.99 US $649.99 US $999.99 The Gateway
DX-Series PCs come standard with Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Home
Edition. Windows XP Professional and Microsoft Office can be
selected as an upgrade if desired. The new PCs are supported by the
company's standard limited warranty options.(4) Additional service
and support options are available. 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, technical issues and upgrading. Gateway offers a
proactive upgrade 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.(5)
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 protects 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(5). 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 exclude shipping and handling. Applicable taxes extra.
Gateway Terms and Conditions of Sale apply. 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) Accolade Engineering
Solutions, January 2005. The Arrhenius Acceleration Reaction Rate
Model is used to estimate the improvement in mean time to failure
(MTTF) based on temperature of the component. (2) Performance may
vary. See http://www.intel.com/ for additional information. (3)
Accessible capacity varies; MB = 1 million bytes; GB = 1 billion
bytes. (4) Limited warranties and service agreements apply; visit
gateway.com or call 1-800-846-2000 for a free copy. Service
agreements are issued and performed by third parties. May not be
available in all locations. On-site service technician will be sent
if necessary, following phone-based troubleshooting. Availability
varies. Other conditions apply. (5) Internet connection required.
DATASOURCE: Gateway, Inc. CONTACT: Kelly Odle of Gateway, Inc.,
+1-714-283-4086, Web site: http://www.gateway.com/
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