Gateway's New Notebook Combines Style and Performance

April 22 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Adding style to the mobile lifestyle, Gateway, Inc. today unveils the Gateway 200, the new eye-catching platinum ultraportable computer that boasts Gateway's sleek and stylish new design and improved usability features. The Gateway 200 is the perfect companion for mobile professionals who want a stylish system and the ultimate in portability. The slender Gateway 200 weighs only three pounds and measures just 0.94 inches thin -- thinner than many daily planners. Plus, every Gateway 200 notebook comes with standard integrated wireless connectivity using Wi-Fi 802.11b technology, a V.92 56K modem and 10/100 Ethernet -- so Gateway customers can stay connected in a variety of settings.

"Mobile computer users not only want power and value -- they want a notebook that is distinctive," said Mike Stinson, vice president of mobile products, Gateway, Inc. "The Gateway 200's sleek design will definitely turn heads when mobile professionals use the notebook's integrated wireless capabilities to stay in touch in airports and hotels while on the road."

With its multimedia dock, the Gateway 200 is really two portable computers in one. The dock's support for DVD, CD-RW, or DVD/CD-RW combo drives transforms the computer into a multimedia powerhouse weighing only 5.37 pounds. Also, the new design of the Gateway 200 enables Gateway customers to utilize a high capacity battery when docked or undocked for prolonged productivity in any situation.

The Gateway 200 is well configured to meet a range of users' needs. Features include a Mobile Intel Pentium III Low-Volt Processor-M 933 MHz; a 12.1-inch XGA TFT active matrix display; 256MB of SDRAM, expandable to 384MB; 20GB hard drive and optional high capacity battery. The new notebook comes with Microsoft Windows XP, Home or Professional Edition, Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional and Microsoft Works Suite 2001 or Office XP Small Business Edition or Professional Edition.

The Gateway 200 with integrated wireless and multimedia dock is available now at a starting price of $1,999. The new notebook computer and all of Gateway's products can be ordered directly from Gateway by calling 800-846-2106, visiting the company's Web site at http://www.gateway.com/ or going to one of the Gateway stores nationwide.

Also, beginning May 1, Gateway expands its Accidental Damage Protection service -- previously available for business customers only -- to all consumers. The support program provides peace of mind for notebook users concerned about unexpected events such as spills, drops and power surges. In the event of such damage, Gateway will repair or replace the notebook. Accidental Damage Protection service can be purchased to support any of Gateway's award-winning line of portable computers at a starting price of $119 for one year of service.

For more information, visit Gateway's Web site at www.gateway.com .

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