Gateway Provides Most Serviceable All-In-One Desktop PC to the Professional Market
March 23 2006 - 8:00AM
PR Newswire (US)
Gateway Profile 6 Offers an Affordable, Space-Saving Solution With
All the Power of a Traditional Desktop PC IRVINE, Calif., March 23
/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Gateway, the nation's third-largest PC
vendor, today announced its sixth generation all-in-one desktop PC
that provides a substantial cost-savings thanks to a design that is
highly serviceable, as well as easy to manage and deploy. Optimized
for education, government and business customers, the Gateway
Profile(R) 6 integrates all the components of a traditional
desktop, including a LCD monitor and stereo quality speakers in a
single unit. "This product is the result of Gateway's nearly decade
long refinement of this category as well as the recommendations,
wish-lists, and suggestions from literally hundreds of professional
organizations," said William Diehl, vice president of product
marketing, Gateway. "The new Profile 6 neatly combines the
affordability and serviceability of a traditional desktop with the
ease of deployment, ergonomics, and style expected from an
all-in-one system." Highly Serviceable Tool-Free System From the
removable back cover to the easily accessible power supply, the
Gateway Profile 6 is highly serviceable and virtually tool-free,
minimizing the need for lengthy support visits. Optical and floppy
drives can be upgraded without using tools, removing the front
bezel or replacing retaining screws. Further enhancements include
single-handed hard drive replacement and tool-free access to full
height PCI and PCI Express x 16 expansion slots. Even the LCD
display can be replaced in minutes by a trained IT professional.
Increased service flexibility is achieved by the use of many
industry standard desktop components allowing IT departments to
leverage a common spare parts pool. Gateway's new all-in-one PC
provides the latest performance technology and most-sought after
desktop PC features in a single unit. Based on Intel's 945G chipset
and configurable with a 17-inch or 19-inch detachable LCD display
for easy serviceability, Gateway Profile 6 offers processing power
up to Intel(R) Pentium(R) D dual core and 2GB DDR2 memory. With a
wide choice of desktop optical drives, SATA II-300 hard drives,
IEEE 1394 ports as well as optional integrated 802.11b/g wireless,
this all-in-one is as welcome on an executive's desk as it is in a
call center, kiosk or computer lab. The Gateway Profile 6 comes
standard with gigabit LAN for traditional access to the network.
For organizations interested in wireless networking, it features an
optional integrated 802.11b/g wireless solution that simplifies
deployment and eliminates cumbersome external antennas.
Affordability Throughout Its Lifecycle The Gateway Profile 6 offers
cost efficiencies throughout its lifecycle -- from initial
acquisition through retirement. With a cost about the same as a
traditional desktop PC plus LCD monitor, Gateway's all-in-one
design means single-step system deployment using an integrated
handle, fewer cables to connect and less packaging. IT staff are
able to save time and be more productive by having only one unit to
track and support. Additionally, due to the integrated design, when
it's time to retire the unit, disposal costs are about half that of
the traditional desktop/LCD combination. Efficient Design Provides
Ergonomic Advantages The Gateway Profile 6 maximizes workspace,
reduces cumbersome and unsightly cables and offers a polished,
clutter-free look, making it perfect for space-constrained areas or
public spaces where aesthetics are important. Additionally, its
highly ergonomic design offers a height/tilt adjustable LCD,
integrated stereo speakers, and front access to the optical and
floppy/media reader drives, power button, audio jacks, and USB
ports. Hardware-based monitor adjustment and volume controls
further add to its ease of use. Comprehensive Security Solution To
fully protect the user's investment, Gateway Profile 6 comes with
the GatewayShield(TM) security solution, a comprehensive security
system for data, Internet and hardware protection(1). For data
protection, this system is designed with Trusted Platform Module
(TPM) 1.2, an industry standard for meeting Trusted Computing
Platform requirements. Integrated onto the motherboard, this chip
provides enhanced protection against data theft by encrypting
files, authenticating network access and passwords, and
safeguarding email communications and file transfers. To protect
users while on the Internet or Intranet, the Gateway Profile 6
comes with a 90-day complimentary subscription to Symantec Client
Security for network and system security(2). Additionally, to
protect the system from theft, the back panel can be secured with a
Kensington-type locking mechanism, either key-based or combination
cable lock systems. Pricing and Availability The Gateway Profile 6
will be available in April 2006 and has a starting price of $1,199
including the 17" LCD monitor. This new all-in-one PC offers
several configurations, including one optimized for small
businesses. Sample base configurations are as follows: Gateway
Profile 6 Operating system Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Professional
Edition (SP2) Processor Intel(R) Pentium(R) 4 Processor 631
supporting Hyper-Threading Technology(3) (3.0 GHz, 800MHz FSB, 2MB
L2 cache) Memory 512MB DDR2 533MHz SDRAM (2-256MB) Hard drive 80GB
SATA II(4) Optical drive CD-RW/DVD Combo Drive Expansion slots 1
PCI-E x16, 2 PCI slots (1 full-height, 1 half-height) Display
17-inch LCD Display Video Integrated Intel Graphics Media
Accelerator 950 with up to 224MB max dynamic video memory Network
Controller Integrated 10/100/1000 Intel Ethernet with TPM 1.2
hardware support Limited Warranty Three year limited warranty(5)
Price US $1,199 Service and Support Programs The new desktop PC is
supported by the company's standard limited warranty options.
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. For more information on Gateway products, customers can
visit http://www.gateway.com/ or call (800) 846-2000. 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. Internet
connection required. Additional subscription charges may apply.
Please see http://www.gateway.com/programs/gwshield for terms and
conditions. 2. 90 days of complimentary updates included. Internet
connection required. 3. Performance may vary. See
http://www.intel.com/ for additional information. 4. Accessible
capacity varies; MB = 1 million bytes; GB = 1 billion bytes. 5.
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. DATASOURCE: Gateway, Inc. CONTACT: Erin Davern of
Gateway, Inc., +1-949-471-7785, Web site: http://www.intel.com/ Web
site: http://www.gateway.com/programs/gwshield Web site:
http://www.gateway.com/
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