Gateway Launches Complete New Line of Desktop PCs for Sale Through Its Direct Channels
September 30 2004 - 9:00AM
PR Newswire (US)
Gateway Launches Complete New Line of Desktop PCs for Sale Through
Its Direct Channels Gateway Enables Consumers to Customize PCs to
Meet Their Needs; New Line Ranges From Entry-Level to
High-Performance IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 30 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --
Gateway today unveils a completely new line of desktop PCs for sale
through the company's direct sales channels -- 1-800-GATEWAY and
http://www.gateway.com/. (Logo:
http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020930/LAM050LOGO) The three
new lines of PCs can all be customized, giving Gateway customers
the ability to select the PC features that best fit their needs.
Each of the new lines -- the Gateway 7200, 5200 and 3200 series --
may be customized with select components, including processors,
displays, memory, hard drives, optical drives, speakers, audio
cards, graphics cards, memory card readers, keyboards and software.
These new PCs have been optimized to meet a range of users' needs,
from families who need an entry-level PC for email and word
processing to tech-savvy enthusiasts who want the hottest
technology to enjoy gaming and digital media. Most of the new PCs
include the new Intel 915G chipset, which utilizes the latest
technology for digital entertainment and enhanced performance.
Gateway's unique patent-pending design in the high-end line -- the
Gateway 7200 Series -- optimizes Intel's BTX (Balanced Extender
Technology) architecture to deliver advances that result in a
cooler and significantly quieter PC. The new Gateway 7200 series is
introduced on the heels of the Gateway 700GR desktop PC -- the
industry's first BTX desktop PC -- which was recently made
available through technology and electronics retailers. "Anyone
looking for a new PC will find the system that is ideal for them at
Gateway," said Ed Fisher, Gateway, Inc. senior vice president of
product planning. "These new PCs offer the best available
technology at every price point to help our customers get more
productivity and enjoyment out of their purchase. Plus, since our
customers can customize their own system, they can choose the
features they want, or eliminate the extras they don't need."
Gateway 7200: Quiet, Cool System Delivers Cutting-Edge Performance
The high-performance Gateway 7200 series -- starting at a price of
$1,249.99 -- features the latest technology for PC enthusiasts and
power users who want a system that provides cutting-edge technology
for games, digital video editing and other demanding applications.
The brand new design -- based on Intel's BTX architecture and
optimized by Gateway -- features a more efficient and reliable
cooling system that acts as a wind-tunnel to cool the internal
components. By circulating up to three times the airflow of
traditional PCs, the Gateway 7200 series PCs stay cooler and can
handle high-speed processors as well as the fastest graphics cards,
add-in cards and hard drives available today and in the future.
System reliability is also increased because the components run
cooler than before. The new design also better cools PCI Express
video cards, since they face the wind tunnel. Additionally, this
change in position allows the highest end video cards to occupy
only one slot, instead of two, leaving an additional open slot for
gamers and power users to fill. Gateway's innovative BTX case is
ready for expansion with seven bays and five PCI slots (one PCI
Express x16, three PCI and one PCI Express x1 slot.) To achieve the
wind tunnel effect, the BTX case uses extra large fans that spin at
40 percent slower than normal. The result is whisper-quiet
operation appropriate for any room of the home. The BTX case is so
efficient, that it can cool ATI's most powerful graphics card, the
X800XT, without a fan on the graphics card. In addition to being
cool and quiet, the Gateway 7200 series incorporates the latest
technology, including the multiple ways to access and store digital
media, fast Intel Pentium 4 processors with HT technology and the
Intel(R) 915G chipset. The new chipset provides an improved
multimedia performance for gaming and video. Further contributing
to the entertainment experience, the 7200 series utilizes Intel
High Definition Audio for high-fidelity 7.1 surround sound.
Additionally, the new line supports the next generation in hard
drive technology -- Serial ATA. The systems feature the latest in
networking technology -- integrated Gigabit (10/100/1000) Ethernet
-- to ensure a fast network connection. Gateway will sell several
recommended offerings that may then be configured to meet the
customer's needs. The Gateway 7200X, priced at $1,449.99, features
an Intel(R) Pentium(R) 4 540 processor (3.2GHz) with HT
technology(1), 512MB DDR SDRAM, 200GB 7200 RPM SATA hard drive(2)
and a 17-inch LCD flat panel display. The Gateway 7200X also
includes an 8X double-layer DVD+/-RW multi-format drive that can
burn up to 8.5GB of data on double-layer DVD media, a 16X DVD-ROM
drive, and an 8-in-1 memory card reader. The ATI RADEON X300SE with
128MB DDR memory takes advantage of PCI Express technology to
provide the most realistic gaming images, as well as enhanced
graphics playback. The Gateway 7200X is priced at $1,449.99.
Gateway 5200: Power and Performance to be More Productive The new
Gateway 5200 series PCs deliver exceptional performance at
competitive prices, beginning at only $849.99. Touting a sleek new
design, the new Gateway desktop PCs are ideal for consumers who use
their PCs for digital hobbies, entertainment and every-day
productivity. And because the systems can be customized, customers
can choose the features that appeal most to them. Utilizing the new
Intel 915G chipset, the Gateway 5200 series includes Intel Graphics
Media Accelerator 900 technology that is 170 percent faster than
before and provides improved video performance, supporting the
latest games and multimedia applications. Additionally, the new
line supports next generation Serial ATA hard drives and utilizes
Intel 5.1 channel High Definition Audio for a true home theater
experience. The desktop PCs are network- or broadband-ready with
integrated 10/100 Ethernet and a 56K v.92 modem. The Gateway 5200X,
priced at $949.99, includes an Intel(R) Pentium(R) 4 530 processor
(3.0GHz) with HT technology(1), 512MB DDR SDRAM, 120GB 7200 RPM
SATA hard drive(3) and a 17-inch flat screen CRT monitor. The
Gateway 5200X also offers an 8X double-layer DVD+/-RW multi-format
drive, and 8-in-1 memory card reader that can access the most
popular media cards used in digital devices such as digital cameras
and camcorders. The Gateway 5200X is priced at $949.99. Gateway
3200: Entry Level PC Offers Computing Essentials Customers needing
a PC ready for email, web browsing, word processing and other
productivity functions can depend on the Gateway 3200 series. This
budget-conscious line of PCs features Intel Celeron or Pentium 4
processors, a sleek new design, and everything needed for basic
computing at a very attractive price. Unlike many other entry-level
offerings, Gateway's 3200 series PCs come standard with large flat
17-inch CRT monitors, which are superior to curved CRTs because
they greatly reduce distortion at the edge of the picture. These
monitors are fully configurable and may be upgraded to a flat panel
LCD display if desired, like many other features on the three new
lines of PCs. The Gateway 3200 series includes mainstream features
typically not found in entry-level systems. For example, the
Gateway 3250S is priced at only $599.99, and features an Intel(R)
Pentium(R) 4 505 processor (2.66GHz) supported by the new Intel
915GV chipset, 256MB DDR SDRAM, 40GB 7200 RPM SATA hard drive(2), a
48X-max CD-ROM drive and a 17-inch flat screen CRT monitor. Gateway
offers several ready-to-order configurations for customers who want
a simplified purchasing experience and the fastest possible
availability. The Gateway 7200, 5200 and 3200 series desktop PCs
comes standard with Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Home Edition.
Windows XP Professional and Microsoft Office can be selected as an
upgrade if desired. Gateway's commitment to quality and reliability
is evident in its award-winning line of PCs as well as in its
top-notch 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. Additionally, Gateway offers a pro-active
service tool called BigFix(R) at no charge on all its PCs. With the
customer's permission, BigFix identifies and sends messages
offering upgrades to enhance the performance or capabilities of the
PC. The Gateway 7200, 5200 and 3200 series PCs are supported by the
company's standard limited warranty options(3). Additional service
and support options are also available. About Gateway Since its
founding in 1985, Gateway (NYSE:GTW) has been a technology pioneer,
offering award-winning PCs and related products to consumers,
businesses, government offices and schools. With its acquisition of
eMachines now complete, Gateway is the third-largest PC company in
the U.S. and among the top ten worldwide. Its products under both
brands received more than 150 awards and honors last year. Gateway
products are offered at major retailers, over the web and phone,
and through its direct and indirect sales force. eMachines products
are sold by major retailers. 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. Performance may vary. See
http://www.intel.com/ for additional information. 2. Accessible
capacity varies; MB = 1 million bytes; GB = 1 billion bytes. 3.
Limited warranties and service agreements apply; visit gateway.com
or call 1-800-846-2000 for a free copy. May not be available in all
locations. Phone charges may apply for tech support.
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