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Gateway Goes Gigabit, Launching Line of Network Switches New Products Mark Gateway's Entry into Networking Market POWAY, Calif., April 6 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Gateway, Inc. customers don't have to switch vendors to buy switches anymore. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020930/LAM050LOGO ) Gateway today launches a new line of managed and unmanaged Layer 2 network switches targeted at small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), educational institutions and government agencies. The Gateway 7200, 7400 and 7600 Series products not only offer Gateway customers enterprise functionality at value-based prices, but also now give them a single point of accountability for their total network needs -- from servers to storage to switches to clients. Based on Broadcom's switch and PHY chip technology, the new switches officially mark Gateway's entry into the networking market, building out an enterprise systems portfolio that includes Gateway-branded servers, storage and management software. In a separate announcement, the company today also announces the launch of Gateway wireless access points (see press release for more information). "Larger file sizes, voice-over-IP and gigabit NICs in desktops and notebooks are all driving a fundamental change in organizations from 10/100 to gigabit speeds. And it's critical that their network switches don't become bottlenecks," said Scott Weinbrandt, senior vice president of Gateway's Enterprise Systems Division. "Gateway's new lines of managed and unmanaged switches offer enterprise feature sets at disruptive prices, and allow customers to purchase a complete solution from a single vendor." The Gateway 7200 and 7400 Series unmanaged switches provide non-blocking, wire-speed switching for 10, 100 and 1,000 megabit network clients. The switches are targeted for small businesses and branch offices due to their ease of deployment (auto cable detection, plug-and-play installation), flexibility (desktop or 1U rackmount) and manageability (LED health indicators, support for up to 8,000 MAC addresses). The 7200 Series family ranges from the entry-level 7201-16, a 16-port 10/100 switch priced at $79, to the higher-end 7201-24.2, a 24-port 10/100 switch with two gigabit ports priced at $199. The 7400 Series family ranges from the 7401-05, a 5-port 10/10/1000 switch priced at $99 up to the 7401-24, a 24-port 10/10/1000 switch priced at $399 -- less than half the price of similar competitive products. Gateway's 7600 Series family of managed switches are built for demanding enterprise environments, with built-in SNMP to provide maximum network control, regulate traffic and eliminate server bottlenecks. The products offer true enterprise-class management features such as console, telnet, web browser and SMNP/RMON interfaces, VLAN support and traffic prioritization. Packed in a 1U form factor, the 7600 Series offers both the 24-port 7601-24.2, a 10/100 switch with combo 2 10/100/1000 SFP priced at $399, and the 48-port 7601-48.2, a 10/10/1000 switch priced at $799. Both products support 8,000 MAC address table entries, QoS/CoS, IGMP snooping, port trunking, port mirroring and other bandwidth control features. Gateway will launch an additional line of managed switches in Q3 for larger-scale networks. "Gateway is building out its comprehensive line of systems and networking products to provide a complete solution to customers," said Maximilian Flisi, Research Analyst, Enterprise Networks, IDC. "These new switches will serve as an effective add-on sale, although Gateway's managed line is priced competitively and may be a lead purchase driver for many customers." The Gateway 7200, 7400 and 7600 Series switches include Gateway's standard one-year, on-site, next-business day, parts-and-labor limited warranty(1), upgradeable to three years upon request(1). In addition, Gateway's optional four-hour, on-site response service is also available for customers wanting a heightened level of support(1). Finally, the company offers 24x7 phone support through a dedicated team of wireless certified technicians.(1) Gateway is a leading branded integrator of technology solutions. From high-end servers to market-leading plasma displays to comprehensive services, Gateway delivers whole-office technology solutions, coupled with high-touch service. Serving organizations for more than 15 years, Gateway uses its multi-channel approach to make the purchase, use and support of technology simple. Gateway customers include many of the world's leading organizations, such as the U.S. Defense Logistics Agency, the University of Arizona, 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, Gateway (NYSE:GTW) has been a technology and direct-marketing pioneer, using its call centers, website and sales force to build direct customer relationships. As a branded integrator of personalized technology solutions, Gateway offers consumers, businesses and schools a wide range of thin TVs, digital cameras, connected DVD players, enterprise systems and other products, which work together seamlessly with its award-winning line of PCs. Through the eMachines brand, it offers affordable, high-value PCs, notebooks and monitors sold exclusively via the worldwide retail channel. Following its March 2003 acquisition of eMachines, Gateway is the third largest PC company in the United States and among the top ten worldwide. Visit http://www.gateway.com/ for more information. All offers valid in United States only and are subject to change without notice or obligation. May not be available through all sales channels. Prices exclude shipping and handling. Applicable taxes extra. (1) Limited warranties and service agreements apply; visit gateway.com or call 1-800-846-2000 for a free copy. 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