Gateway Debuts Stylish New Line of eMachines Desktop Pcs Featuring Microsoft Windows Vista at Exceptional Value

Gateway, Inc. today announced a stylish new line of eMachines desktop PCs at an exceptional value for customers in the United Kingdom.

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The four new desktop PCs, featuring a new design and Microsoft® Windows Vista™, are available now at leading retailers throughout the country.

The new streamlined design of the eMachines desktop PCs will enhance the look of any home or office. Front port connectors now make it easier for users to connect to the latest consumer electronics devices. Additionally, Microsoft Windows Vista provides users with increased security and a more efficient computing experience.

“We are pleased to offer these new desktop PCs that are optimised to take advantage of the new Microsoft Windows Vista capabilities,” said Sarah Shields, United Kingdom Country Manager, Gateway. “Compelling technology combined with the streamlined new design makes these eMachines PCs a great value for users looking for reliability and high functionality at an attractive price.”

The new eMachines line includes four desktop PCs that offer many different choices in today’s most popular features, including powerful Intel processors, memory, storage and graphics options. All of the new eMachines desktop PCs are network and broadband-ready with 10/100 Ethernet LAN and a 56K v.92 fax/data-ready modem.

eMachines E4212 Offers Advanced Features in Sleek New Design. The eMachines E4212, the new high-end model, integrates an Intel® Pentium® D 820 processor with dual-core technology and 1GB DDR2 memory, allowing gamers and digital media enthusiasts to take on 64-bit games and multimedia applications with ease and speed. For additional multimedia applications, the eMachines E4212 comes with a 15-in-1 High Speed Digital Media Reader and six USB ports, allowing users to quickly and easily insert media cards or flash memory, or connect peripherals or consumer electronics devices directly to the PC.

The eMachines E4212 also offers a large 250GB hard drive for storage and back-up of large files and features a multi-format double-layer DVD+/-RW drive for enjoying music, photos and videos. It also comes with 6-channel high definition audio and amplified stereo speakers for a rich audio experience. Additionally, the system offers integrated Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 950 with up to 224MB shared video memory for exceptional visuals.

For enhanced security, the new desktop PCs come with the eMachines Internet Security Bundle, including a 90-day trial of McAfee Internet Security Suite(5). Each desktop also comes with several productivity tools, including Adobe® Acrobat® Reader 8.0, Cyberlink Power2Go, Google Toolbar and Desktop Search and Intel® Viiv™1.6.

A pro-active upgrade tool called BigFix® is included on these new eMachines PCs(5). With the customer’s permission, BigFix identifies and sends messages offering updates to enhance the performance or capabilities of the PC.

Configurations of the new eMachines desktop PCs follow:

eMachines E3048 Desktop PC
• Intel® Celeron® D 356 processor with EM64T Technology (3.33GHz, 512KB L2 cache, 533MHz FSB) (2)
• 512MB DDR2 Memory
• 80GB Hard Drive(1)
• Multi-Format Double-Layer DVD+/-RW Optical Drive
• 15-in-1 Digital Media Reader
• Integrated ATI Radeon® Xpress 200-based graphics with up to 128MB Shared Video Memory
• 8-Channel (5.1) High Definition Audio
• Six USB ports
• Microsoft® Windows® Vista Home Basic(3)
• Available Now for a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price of £259

eMachines E4208 Desktop PC
• Intel® Pentium® D 820 (Dual-Core) 64-bit Processor with EMT64 Technology (Each core operates at 2.80GHz, shared 1MB L2 Cache and 800MHz FSB) (2)
• 512MB DDR2 Memory
• 120GB Hard Drive(1)
• Multi-Format Double Layer DVD+/-RW Optical Drive
• 15-in-1 High Speed Digital Media Reader
• Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 950 with up to 224MB Shared Video Memory
• 6-Channel (5.1) High Definition Audio
• Six USB ports
• Microsoft® Windows® Vista Home Basic(3)
• Available Now for a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price of £299 standalone and £399 with a 17” wide eMachines monitor

eMachines E4210 Desktop PC
• Intel® Pentium® 4 631 HT 64-bit Processor with EMT64 Technology (Operates at 3.00GHz, shared 2MB L2 Cache and 800MHz FSB) (2)
• 512MB DDR2 Memory
• 160GB Hard Drive(1)
• Multi-Format Double Layer DVD+/-RW Optical Drive
• 15-in-1 High Speed Digital Media Reader
• Integrated ATI Radeon® Xpress 200-based graphics with up to 128MB Shared Video Memory
• 8-Channel (5.1) High Definition Audio
• Six USB ports
• Microsoft® Windows® Vista Home Basic(3)
• Available Now for a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price of £299

eMachines E4212 Desktop PC
• Intel® Pentium® D 820 (Dual-Core) 64-bit Processor with EMT64 Technology (Each core operates at 2.80GHz, shared 1MB L2 Cache and 800MHz FSB) (2)
• 1024MB DDR2 Memory
• 250GB Hard Drive(1)
• Multi-Format Double Layer DVD+/-RW Optical Drive
• 15-in-1 High Speed Digital Media Reader
• Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 950 with up to 224MB Shared Video Memory
• 6-Channel (5.1) High Definition Audio
• Six USB ports
• Microsoft® Windows® Vista Home Premium(3)
• Available Now for a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price of £369

Warranties, Service and Support:
The eMachines PC line is supported by the company’s outstanding service and support programmes. The extensive support centre helps customers maximise their PC investment by giving easy access to customer support representatives via phone, live online chat and email. Additionally, eMachines offers a range of service options including parts replacement, depot repair and remote assistance.
The eMachines line comes with a standard one-year limited warranty (4). For more information on eMachines products, customers can visit http://uk.emachines.com.

About eMachines:
eMachines, the leading PC desktop brand in US retail, is part of the Gateway (NYSE: GTW) family of technology products that has been recognised for its world-class customer service and support. Since its founding in 1985, Irvine, Calif.-based Gateway (NYSE: GTW) has been offering award-winning PCs and related products to consumers, businesses, government agencies and schools with the highest quality, 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://uk.gateway.com/ for more information.

All offers subject to change without notice or obligation and may not be available through all sales channels. Prices listed are manufacturer suggested retail prices and may vary by retail location. Sale subject to Limited Warranty and Terms & Conditions agreement. 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. Accessible capacity varies; MB = 1 million bytes; GB = 1 billion bytes.
2. Performance may vary. See www.intel.com for additional information.
3. Not all Windows Vista features are available for use on all Windows Vista Capable PCs. All Windows Vista Capable PCs will run the core experiences of Windows Vista, such as innovations in organising and finding information, security, and reliability. Some features available in premium editions of Windows Vista—like the new Windows Aero™ user interface—require advanced or additional hardware. Check www.windowsvista.com/editions for details.
4. Limited warranties and service agreements apply; visit http://uk.eMachines.com/ for a free copy. May not be available in all locations. Service methods subject to change without notice or obligation.
5. Internet connection required.