Gateway Delivers PC Powerhouse for Digital Enthusiasts
February 09 2006 - 8:00AM
PR Newswire (US)
Available Direct From Gateway, the FX510 Series Offers Powerful
Technology for Gaming, Digital Media; New DX Series Can Be
Customized at a Range of Prices IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 9
/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Gateway, Inc. today announces new desktop
PC models for consumers and small businesses. The new
high-performance Gateway(R) FX510 Series can be customized with
leading-edge graphics solutions and blazing fast Intel(R)
Pentium(R) Extreme Edition Dual Core 955 processor to suit the
needs of digital enthusiasts and gamers. The new Gateway(R) DX
Series PCs feature the latest technology for PC customers on a
budget. "To satisfy demanding gamers and digital media enthusiasts,
we're offering the most powerful technology options available today
in our new Gateway FX510 Series desktops," said Marc Demars,
Gateway's senior director of product marketing. "With new features
such as the Intel Pentium Extreme Edition(R) Dual Core 955
processor, leading-edge graphics solutions, advanced high-end
audio, and huge hard disk drives, we are truly delivering a PC
powerhouse." Gateway customers who visit http://www.gateway.com/ or
call 1-800-GATEWAY can choose from three new PC series, the DX110,
DX210 and FX510 Series. By ordering direct from Gateway, consumers
can fully customize their PCs to meet their needs; they can
configure the processor, display, memory, hard drives, optical
drives, speakers, audio card, graphics cards, keyboard, software,
services and security solutions. Gateway FX510: Blistering
Performance The Gateway FX510 Series is designed for computer
enthusiasts desiring a PC for advanced digital entertainment
hobbies and high end PC gaming. The FX510 Series supports the Intel
Pentium Extreme Edition Dual Core 955 processor boasting four
virtual processing cores as well as the blazing fast Intel(R)
Pentium(R) D 900 Series Dual Core processors with 4MB L2 cache. The
new FX510 Series uses the Intel 975X Express chipset to boost
performance with support for RAID 0 and fast SATA II/300 hard disk
drives. The new Gateway FX510 Series PCs are available with NVIDIA
GeForce 7800 GTX or NVIDIA GeForce 6600 graphics, making them ideal
for graphically-intensive applications such as digital video
content creation and editing as well as for playing the latest PC
games. In addition to standard 7.1 audio support, the Gateway FX510
Series comes with the option for Creative(R) Sound Blaster(R) X-Fi
Audio card for high fidelity surround sound audio capabilities. The
new FX510 Series desktops come standard supporting Intel(R)
Viiv(TM) technology with Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Media Center
Edition 2005. In addition, the systems may be upgraded to
Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Pro. Ready for entertainment, the PCs
come standard with an integrated TV tuner and remote control for
enjoying live and recorded TV and FM radio from the comfort of the
couch. In addition, the FX510XL configuration comes standard with
the Gateway's award-winning 21-inch Widescreen High-Definition LCD
monitor, which provides high pixel resolution for a crisp, clear
picture and DCDi(R) by Faroudja for enhanced video processing. The
LCD can be used in landscape or portrait mode and features
picture-in-picture capabilities and multiple video, USB 2.0 inputs
and an IEEE 1394 FireWire(R) port. The Gateway FX510 Series are
housed in an advanced 7-bay, quiet and cool BTX chassis featuring
an optimized cooling architecture that allows it to easily handle
the fastest processors and power-hungry graphics. 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 designs.(1) The chassis is also
tool-free, so customers can quickly and easily add or update cards,
hard drives and optical drives. In addition, the desktops provide
Gigabit (10/100/1000) Ethernet for a fast network connection.
Gateway FX510 Series Configurations, Pricing and Availability
Available now direct from Gateway, the new FX510 Series desktop PCs
can be configured-to-order with popular features and technology.
Ready-to-ship configurations and pricing follow: FX510S FX510X
FX510XL Operating Microsoft Microsoft Microsoft system Windows XP
Windows XP Windows XP Media Center Media Center Media Center
Edition 2005 Edition 2005 Edition 2005 Processor Intel Pentium D
Intel Pentium D Intel Pentium D Processor 920 Processor 920
Processor 940 (2.80 GHz, (2.80 GHz, (3.2 GHz, 800MHz 800MHz FSB,
4MB 800MHz FSB, 4MB FSB, 4MB L2 L2 cache) L2 cache) cache) Memory
1024MB (2 x 1024MB (2 x 2GB (2 x 512MB) DDR2 512MB) DDR2 1048MB)
DDR2 Dual Channel Dual Channel Dual Channel 667MHz SDRAM 667MHz
SDRAM 667MHz SDRAM(2) Hard drive(2) 250GB SATA II 320GB (2 x 1TB (2
x 500GB) 160GB) SATA II SATA II RAID 0 RAID 0 Optical drive
CD-RW/DVD Combo DVD+/-R/RW DVD+/-R/RW Drive Drive and Drive and
DVD-ROM DVD-ROM Expansion slots 1 PCI-E x16, 1 1 PCI-E x16, 1 1
PCI-E x16, 1 PCI-E x4 and 2 PCI-E x4 and 2 PCI-E x4 and 2 PCI slots
PCI slots PCI slots Display None 19-inch LCD 21-inch LCD Display
Widescreen Display Video NVIDIA GeForce NVIDIA GeForce NVIDIA
GeForce 6600 with 128MB 7800 GTX with 7800 GTX with video memory
256MB video 256MB video memory memory Limited One year One year One
year Warranty(3) limited limited limited warranty warranty warranty
Price US $1099.99 US $1999.99 US $2999.99 The DX Series -- Wide
Variety of Options to Suit a Range of PC Users The DX Series --
Gateway DX110 and DX210 -- offer an array of customization options
at every price point, so customers can design a system that best
suits their needs. The DX Series is perfect for families, students
and small businesses wanting a PC for taking advantage of digital
media and productivity applications at prices that will keep them
on budget. The new DX Series delivers enhanced graphics
capabilities using ATI(TM) Radeon(R) X300 based integrated graphics
supporting DirectX 9.0 for enhanced video, mainstream gaming and
digital media hobbies. Plus, if customers wish to upgrade their
Gateway DX Series PCs with dedicated graphics in the future, they
can do so using the systems' open PCI Express x16 slot. The DX
Series is ready to take on these applications, as it uses a 6-bay
uBTX chassis, a smaller version of the FX510 chassis that still
provides the same noise reduction, cooling and reliability benefits
to customers. The DX Series PCs offer integrated high-definition
audio supporting 7.1 speaker arrangements for vibrant sound. With a
wide range of connectivity options, the new DX Series desktops
include six USB 2.0 ports, one IEEE 1394 FireWire(R) port and
integrated 10/100 Ethernet for networking capability. In addition,
all systems also come pre-installed with Cyberlink PowerDVD for DVD
movie playback and Nero 6 Suite for quick and easy creation of
photo slide shows and CD music. Gateway DX210: Digital
Entertainment for Maximum Value Offering speed, power and
performance at a very competitive price, the Gateway DX210 desktop
PC is perfect for ripping and burning music, editing photos,
playing online games and managing home finances. It features fast
64-bit Intel(R) Pentium(R) 4 processors supporting Hyper-Threading
Technology(3), which makes it easier and faster to take on several
tasks at once, such as burning a music CD while viewing digital
photos. ATI Radeon X300 based integrated graphics add vibrant color
and rich detail to games, photos and video. In addition, the
systems feature the latest DDR2 SDRAM and large SATA hard drives.
The Gateway DX210 PC Series is priced starting at $549.99. Gateway
DX110: All the Essentials The Gateway DX110 desktop PC is designed
for everyday computing tasks such as managing email, web browsing,
word processing and other productivity functions at a price that
keeps users on budget. Unlike many other entry-level desktops, the
DX110 features 64-bit Intel(R) Celeron(R) D processors and ATI
Radeon X300 based integrated graphics. It also offers an array of
technology options including large 80GB to 160GB hard drives(2).
The Gateway DX110 PC is priced starting at only $449.99. Gateway DX
Series Configurations, Pricing and Availability Available now
direct from Gateway, the new DX Series desktop PCs can be
configured-to-order with popular features and technology.
Ready-to-ship configurations and pricing follow: DX110S DX210X
Operating Microsoft(R) Microsoft(R) system Windows(R) XP Windows(R)
XP Home Edition Media Center Edition Processor Intel Celeron D
Intel Pentium 4 Processor 331 Processor 631 (2.80 GHz, supporting
533MHz FSB, Hyper-Threading 256K L2 cache) Technology (3.0 GHz,
800MHz FSB, 2MB L2 cache) Memory 256MB DDR2 512MB DDR2 533MHz SDRAM
533MHz SDRAM Hard drive (2) 80GB Ultra ATA 160GB SATA Optical drive
CD-RW drive DVD+/-R/RW drive Expansion slots 1 PCI-E x16, 1 PCI-E
x16, PCI-E x1 and 2 PCI-E x1 and 2 PCI slots PCI slots Display None
17-inch CRT (16.0-inch viewable) Video Radeon X300 Radeon X300
based graphics based graphics with up to with up to 256MB shared
256MB shared memory memory Limited One year One year Warranty (3)
limited limited warranty warranty Price US $449.99 US $799.99 The
Gateway DX Series PCs can be upgraded to Microsoft Windows XP
Professional Edition. 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. Protecting the
customer's data and investment, the new Gateway desktop PCs are
pre-installed with s a 90-day trial of McAfee Internet Security
Suite(TM) (Anti-Virus, Anti-Spam, Anti-Spyware, Firewall and
Parental Control).(5) A pro-active service tool called BigFix(R) is
included at no charge on all Gateway systems.(5) With the
customer's permission, BigFix identifies and sends messages
offering upgrades to enhance the performance or capabilities of the
PC. 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 easily 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. 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
Celeron 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) Accessible
capacity varies; MB = 1 million bytes; GB = 1 billion bytes; TB = 1
trillion bytes. (3) Performance may vary. See http://www.intel.com/
for additional information. (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:
Lisa Emard of Gateway, Inc., +1-949-471-7705, Web site:
http://www.intel.com/ Web site: http://www.gateway.com/
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