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Available Now at Wal-Mart, $798 eMachines N-10 Notebook Bundle Includes Extras Like Computrace LoJack for Laptops and Targus Backpack Valued at $250 IRVINE, Calif., July 31 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Gateway today unveiled a limited-time offer at 3,200 Wal-Mart stores across the United States for students looking ahead to fall classes -- the eMachines(R) N-10 Back-to-School Notebook Bundle. Aggressively priced at a manufacturer's suggested retail price of only $798, the eMachines Notebook Bundle includes all the technology that college and high school students will need for the upcoming school year. The software and extras -- valued at more than $250 -- will help students and their families make the most of their PC investment. The eMachines N-10 Back-to-School Notebook Bundle includes: * eMachines N-10 Notebook with 14.1-inch Widescreen Ultrabright(TM) Display backed by a two-year parts and labor warranty * Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Media Center Edition 2005(1) * Two-year subscription to Computrace(R) LoJack(R) for Laptops Stolen Computer Recovery Service * Two-year subscription to McAfee Anti-Virus software * 128MB USB 2.0 flash drive * Targus(R) Notebook Backpack "Students have a lot to manage, and our powerful eMachines notebook PC has the extras that will make their transition back to school this fall easy," said Bob Davidson, senior vice president of U.S. retail, Gateway, Inc. "This all-in-one, value-packed eMachines notebook bundle gives students and families a tremendous bang for their buck by providing everything they need to meet their back-to-school computing needs. The additional security features will protect students from theft or loss and the added anti-virus solution will ensure optimum performance. Students will also get a padded backpack to comfortably carry the notebook and a USB flash drive for transporting files, making this bundle the ultimate value." Security Software and Warranty Protect Notebook, Data The eMachines N-10 comes with a comprehensive security solution that combines Internet, data and hardware protection(2). The notebook includes a two-year subscription to Absolute Software's Computrace LoJack for Laptops recovery software that can track the notebook PC in the event that it is lost or stolen. The Absolute Software Recovery Team can pinpoint the notebook once it is used online and then alert local law enforcement so they can secure return of the property. Delivering a heightened level of data and privacy protection, the new eMachines N-10 notebook is pre-installed with a two-year subscription to McAfee Internet Security Suite(TM) (Anti-Virus, Anti-Spam, Anti-Spyware, Firewall and Parental Control)(3). In addition, a pro-active service tool called BigFix(R) is included at no charge on all eMachines systems(4). With the customer's permission, BigFix identifies and sends messages offering updates to enhance the performance or capabilities of the PC. The eMachines N-10 Notebook PC comes backed by a two-year parts and labor warranty service(5), giving customers an additional year of protection compared to standard one-year warranties. eMachines N-10 Delivers Performance for Multimedia and School Projects At the heart of the powerful bundle is the full-featured eMachines N-10 notebook PC. The latest technology -- such as a powerful Mobile AMD Sempron(TM) 3200+ processor, NVIDIA graphics and DVD burner -- complement the user-friendly Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Media Center Edition 2005 operating system(1), making the notebook ideal for challenging coursework as well as multimedia school projects. After school work is complete, students and their families can enjoy digital media hobbies, entertainment and games. eMachines N-10 Notebook PC Configuration: * Mobile AMD Sempron 3200+ Processor (1.6GHz, 512KB L2 cache) * 14.1-inch Widescreen Ultrabright WXGA TFT display * Integrated Wireless LAN 802.11g * NVIDIA(R) GeForce(R) Go 6100 integrated graphics with DirectX 9.0 Support * 512MB DDR2 Memory Expandable to 4GB * 60GB Hard Drive(6) * Multi-Format, Double-Layer DVD+/-RW Optical Drive * 4-in-1 Digital Media Reader and three USB 2.0 ports * Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 * Network and broadband ready with integrated 10/100 Mbps Ethernet LAN and a 56K V.92 fax/modem Features, Extras Make it Ready for On-The-Go Studies The eMachines N-10 Notebook comes complete with extras that make it ready for students to use on campus. Integrated Wireless LAN 802.11g lets students take advantage of wireless networks around campus and at wireless Hot Spots to access the Internet and stay in touch by email. Plus, the padded Targus Notebook Backpack safely and comfortably carries the notebook to classes, the library and study groups, while the 128MB USB 2.0 flash drive provides a convenient way to move files between PCs. World-Class Extras, Software, Service and Support The new eMachines N-10 also comes with an array of productivity software and tools, so customers can enjoy their new notebook PC right out of the box. The notebook comes with Cyberlink(R) PowerDVD(TM) and CyberLink Power2Go(TM) for digital movie creation and playback. It also comes with Microsoft(R) Digital Image Starter Edition 2006 (with 60-day Digital Image Standard 2006 Trial) for editing and managing digital pictures. The eMachines N-10 Notebook PC also comes with Microsoft(R) Works 8.5, a 60-day trial of Microsoft(R) Office(R) 2003 Student Teacher Edition, Microsoft(R) Money 2006 and Microsoft(R) Internet Explorer. The system is also equipped with Adobe(R) Acrobat Reader 7, a six month membership of AOL 9.0(7), Google Toolbar, Microsoft(R) Media Player 10, RealNetworks RealPlayer(R), Windows Media Player, Quicktime(R) and a 30-day trial of Napster to boost digital media hobbies(8). 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 eMachines products, customers can visit http://www.emachines.com/. About eMachines eMachines, a leading PC desktop brand in U.S. retail, is part of the Gateway (NYSE:GTW) family of technology products that has been recognized for its world-class customer service and support. Since its founding in 1985, Irvine, Calif.-based Gateway 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. All offers subject to change without notice or obligation and may not be available at all retail locations. Prices listed are manufacturer suggested retail prices and may vary by retail location. Applicable taxes extra. Sale subject to Limited Warranty and Terms & Conditions agreement. Gateway cannot be held responsible for pricing or other typographical errors. Other product or service names mentioned herein are the trademarks of their respective owners. (1) See important Microsoft activation requirements at http://www.gateway.com/ms-req (2) Services offered by Absolute Software Corp. and not Gateway. Terms and conditions may apply. Log onto http://www.absolute.com/PDF/EULA.pdf for complete details. (3) 90 days of LiveUpdate feature included. Internet connection required. (4) Internet connection required. (5) Limited warranties and service agreements apply; visit eMachines.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. Phone charges may apply for tech support. (6) Accessible capacity varies; MB = 1 million bytes; GB = 1 billion bytes. (7) 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 U.S. members 18+ only. Major credit card or checking account required. (8) New Napster members only. Major credit card or PayPal required. You may cancel the service anytime before the end of your Free Trial and your account will not be billed, unless you purchase any tracks or albums during the trial. At the end of the trial period, if you do not cancel your membership, Napster will charge your account $9.95 per month. For details please go to http://www.napster.com/. DATASOURCE: Gateway, Inc. CONTACT: Lisa Emard of Gateway, Inc., +1-949-471-7705, Web site: http://www.emachines.com/ Web site: http://www.gateway.com/ms-req Web site: http://www.absolute.com/PDF/EULA.pdf Web site: http://www.napster.com/ Web site: http://www.gateway.com/

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