MPC adds sub-$1000 notebook

Nampa, Idaho, Jan. 10, 2004 -- (MobileVillage) -- MPC Computers, a Gores Technology Group company, today added a new member of its TransPort laptop lineup, the T1200 notebook computer. Starting at under US $999, the T1200 is primarily aimed at educational institutions.

The TransPort T1200 notebook offers a choice of an Intel Pentium M or Celeron M processor and support for high-speed 802.11 b/g wireless connectivity. It also incorporates Intel Extreme Graphics 2 technology with up to 64MB of video memory.

The system also includes an integrated optical drive, and offers longer battery life with both a 6-cell and 9-cell battery option. The TransPort T1200 incorporates four USB 2.0 ports, enabling users to connect to a wide variety of peripherals, and a 4-in-1 media card reader, which allows quick and easy transfer of various media such as memory stick, secure digital card or multi-media card.

The $999 configuration includes:

• Intel Celeron M Processor 340 (1.50GHz, 400FSB, 512K Cache)
  
• Windows XP Home Edition Operating System
  
• 256 MB 333MHz DDR 1 SO-DIMM
  
• 20GB 9.5mm Hard Drive (5400 RPM)
  
• CD-RW/DVD Combo Drive
  
• Intel Extreme Graphics 2
  
• 14.1" XGA Active Matrix Display
  
• Integrated 56K v.92 Modem
  
• Integrated 10/100 Ethernet LAN
  
• 1 year Depot Repair, Parts and Technical Support
  

An additional two years of depot repair service, replacement parts and technical support is available. For more details or to order, see the MPC Corp or Gores web sites.

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