Gateway Update Entry Level FX Gaming Desktop And GT Series PC Ranges – Faster Processors & Graphics, More Memory & Storage

In a press release made available today Gateway have announced that
their entry level gaming desktops, namely its FX Series, as well as its
GT series of PCs, have been updated to offer newer, faster AMD and Intel
processors - including Intel's much praised Q9300 Core 2 Quad processor
- as well as increased on-board memory, greater storage capacities and
enhanced graphics options.

Gateway’s Press Release:

Gateway today introduced a range of new desktop PCs for retail and
direct customers. Offering either AMD or Intel processors, leading
technology and rich multimedia features, Gateway’s new line up
includes PCs for general home use, tech savvy enthusiasts and
high-performance gamers. While most of the new products include Windows
Vista, Gateway is still offering one model with Windows XP.

For those who prefer to purchase from their local retailer, Gateway has
increased the performance of its value-based FX desktop, with the
introduction of the FX7026. The newest generation PC in this line
features a faster processor, over-clocked graphics, more memory and
increased storage. Recently introduced at retail outlets nationwide,
Gateway’s line of FX PCs maximize gaming and digital media
performance at a compelling price point. With widespread availability
through the retail channel, the FX line takes the guess-work out of
purchasing a gaming PC, bringing high-performance gaming within reach of
most mainstream consumers.

Gateway has also refreshed its powerful GT Series of desktops, offering
Quad-Core and Triple-Core processors, premium integrated graphics and up
to 4GB of memory. GT Series PCs are designed for consumers managing
digital media libraries, editing video and photos, or for online game
playing.

For customers who prefer to purchase direct via phone or over the
Internet, Gateway has refreshed and added several new models to its
mainstream multimedia DX line as well as its flagship no-compromise FX
Series of PCs.

“Our new line up includes something for everyone,” said
Steve Bulling, senior manager of desktops. “Regardless of cost or
how they are going to be used, each one of these systems offers great
technology that will enhance the computing experience. From the
over-clocked graphics found in our value based FX7026 gaming PC to the
availability of a powerful DX system with Windows XP, our customers have
the ability to make choices that best fit their needs.”

Gateway FX7026 - Bringing High-Performance Gaming to the Masses

At just $1,099.99, the FX7026 challenges the specs and performance of
systems costing almost twice as much. It features an Intel Core(TM) 2
Quad processor Q9300, over-clocked NVIDIA 8800GT graphics, an incredible
4GB of memory and a massive 640GB hard drive. It is powerful enough to
handle just about any graphic-intensive task, blazing through games and
multimedia applications with ease.

Serious gamers, high-quality media creators and enthusiasts alike will
be thrilled with the phenomenal performance of a 64-bit processor, 4GB
of memory and Windows Vista Home Premium 64-bit Edition. This
combination packs a powerful punch for video, large database searches,
multitasking, games and other programs that require complex calculations
and a lot of memory. Further enhancing the computing experience, Windows
Vista Home Premium with Service Pack 1 includes quality improvements
that help improve reliability, security and overall performance.

Gamers will especially appreciate the system’s ability to deliver
realistic 3D effects and ultra-fast system response and frame rates,
making it an ideal system for playing the hottest games with DirectX10
technology.

Gateway GT Series - Ideal for Multimedia Applications and Managing
Digital Media

Gateway’s GT Series of desktops offer intense power and plenty of
memory, so consumers can blaze through applications and watch, listen,
burn, play and download digital content without any compromise in
performance.

The new GT Series models include the Gateway GT5670, GT5674, GT5676 and
the GT5678. Depending on budget and needs, Gateway today introduced a
range of new desktop PCs for retail and direct customers.

Offering either AMD or Intel processors, leading technology and rich
multimedia features, Gateway’s new line up includes PCs for
general home use, tech savvy enthusiasts and high-performance gamers.
While most of the new products include Windows Vista, Gateway is still
offering one model with Windows XP.

For those who prefer to purchase from their local retailer, Gateway has
increased the performance of its value-based FX desktop, with the
introduction of the FX7026. The newest generation PC in this line
features a faster processor, over-clocked graphics, more memory and
increased storage. Recently introduced at retail outlets nationwide,
Gateway’s line of FX PCs maximize gaming and digital media
performance at a compelling price point. With widespread availability
through the retail channel, the FX line takes the guess-work out of
purchasing a gaming PC, bringing high-performance gaming within reach of
most mainstream consumers.

Gateway has also refreshed its powerful GT Series of desktops, offering
Quad-Core and Triple-Core processors, premium integrated graphics and up
to 4GB of memory. GT Series PCs are designed for consumers managing
digital media libraries, editing video and photos, or for online game
playing.

For customers who prefer to purchase direct via phone or over the
Internet, Gateway has refreshed and added several new models to its
mainstream multimedia DX line as well as its flagship no-compromise FX
Series of PCs.

“Our new line up includes something for everyone,” said
Steve Bulling, senior manager of desktops. “Regardless of cost or
how they are going to be used, each one of these systems offers great
technology that will enhance the computing experience. From the
over-clocked graphics found in our value based FX7026 gaming PC to the
availability of a powerful DX system with Windows XP, our customers have
the ability to make choices that best fit their needs.”

Gateway FX7026 - Bringing High-Performance Gaming to the Masses

At just $1,099.99, the FX7026 challenges the specs and performance of
systems costing almost twice as much. It features an Intel Core(TM) 2
Quad processor Q9300, over-clocked NVIDIA 8800GT graphics, an incredible
4GB of memory and a massive 640GB hard drive. It is powerful enough to
handle just about any graphic-intensive task, blazing through games and
multimedia applications with ease.

Serious gamers, high-quality media creators and enthusiasts alike will
be thrilled with the phenomenal performance of a 64-bit processor, 4GB
of memory and Windows Vista Home Premium 64-bit Edition. This
combination packs a powerful punch for video, large database searches,
multitasking, games and other programs that require complex calculations
and a lot of memory. Further enhancing the computing experience, Windows
Vista Home Premium with Service Pack 1 includes quality improvements
that help improve reliability, security and overall performance.

Gamers will especially appreciate the system’s ability to deliver
realistic 3D effects and ultra-fast system response and frame rates,
making it an ideal system for playing the hottest games with DirectX10
technology.

Gateway GT Series - Ideal for Multimedia Applications and Managing
Digital Media

Gateway’s GT Series of desktops offer intense power and plenty of
memory, so consumers can blaze through applications and watch, listen,
burn, play and download digital content without any compromise in
performance.

The new GT Series models include the Gateway GT5670, GT5674, GT5676 and
the GT5678. Depending on budget and needs, consumers can choose a system
best suited to their requirements. With prices ranging from $549.99 to
$849.99, the new models feature a range of leading technologies,
including AMD Phenom Quad-Core or Triple Core Processors and 3GB or 4GB
of memory, providing what it takes to stay productive, multitask with
ease and manage digital media

Providing stellar realism to gaming and video playback, models include
either integrated NVIDIA GeForce 6150SE or ATI Radeon HD 3200 graphics,
which also provides DirectX 10 support and HDMI output.

Two models offer Windows Vista Home Premium 64-bit, giving the
performance needed by serious gamers, high-quality media creators and
enthusiasts who demand the most from digital media.

Compelling productivity features make it easy for consumers to be
tech-savvy and get the most enjoyment out of their PC as possible.

With the 15-in-1 digital media card reader, photos can easily be
transferred from a camera onto the PC. The integrated Smart Copy button
instantly downloads the photos and organizes them into files.

The desktops are ideally suited for consumers who want to create
personalized DVDs or CDs of their favorite photos or music for family or
friends. Consumers can use the SuperMulti optical drive to burn content
on any disc format, and then use the Labelflash technology to laser-etch
personalized images and text directly onto the discs.

With hard drive sizes ranging from 320GB to 750GB, there is ample
storage for movies, photos and music files.

FX541 - An Extreme Machine for Serious Gamers

The FX541 is Gateway’s fastest, most powerful desktop. Engineered
for next-generation gaming and high-end applications and optimized for
high-definition media, the FX541 Series delivers pure, raw quad-core
power. Ideal for extreme gaming, digital content creation and advanced
multitasking, it is designed for enthusiasts who want the latest in
cutting-edge technology but don’t want to spend a fortune.

The FX541 includes an NVIDIA SLI-capable motherboard, dual PCIe x16
slots with SLI support and dual Gigabit Ethernet for maximum online
gaming performance. The FX541XT offers a factory over-clocked processor
and runs dual NVIDIA 8800 GT factory limited warranted over-clocked
video cards in SLI mode for maximum performance.

Last but not least, the Gateway FX541 Series includes a 700 watt power
supply, ensuring it can support any additional high-performance hardware
or future expansion requirements.

Prices range from $1,199.99 to $3,499.99.

DX442 - Cutting-Edge Technology at an Affordable Price

Gateway’s mainstream multimedia desktop line, the Gateway DX442,
combines functionality and entertainment through a well rounded blend of
features. The advanced technology housed in these desktops allows
consumers to listen to music while doing the family finances or editing
video without experiencing a reduction in performance.

The models include an Intel Pentium Dual-Core, Intel Core 2 Duo or Intel
Core 2 Quad processor. All use the Inte G33 chipset with GMA X3100
Graphics, a 1333MHz Front-Side Bus and 800MHz memory support. Fast 2GB
or 3GB of DDR2 memory ensures the system is responsive when handling
multiple tasks, such as editing and managing digital photos, exploring
demanding multimedia and games or running home office applications. The
DX442XP includes the Windows XP Professional Edition operating system.

The smart case design provides easy access to media options used most,
including front A/V inputs and a high-speed USB 2.0 15-in-1 media reader
located near the top of the system. Available front video input makes it
simple to transfer digital and analog video from camcorders.

Large 320GB or 500GB hard drives are the perfect place to store
treasured family photos, home videos and a music library. In addition,
the PCs come with a multi-format DVD-RW and a DVD/CD-RW combo drive. The
SuperMulti optical drive features Labelflash technology, for
personalizing images and text directly onto discs.

Prices range from $549.99 to $999.99.