Dell desktop computer

Dell Computer Corporation (Nasdaq: DELL), the world's leading direct computer systems company, Wednesday announced plans to ship a Special Edition Dell Dimension desktop featuring the 1GHz Pentium III processor from Intel. The new Special Edition PC will be based on the powerful Dimension XPS B series that takes advantage of some of the latest technologies, including 4X AGP, RDRAM, and the 64 MB DDR GeForce video card.

"Dell is uniquely positioned to deliver the Special Edition Dell Dimension to high-end consumers and enthusiasts who want to be among the first to own this technology," said Ron Van Dell, general manager of Dimension products. "The power of the direct model allows us to quickly deliver the richest configuration possible as soon as we receive our limited supply of these exciting new processors."

The Special Edition Dell Dimension will start at $5,999 for 256 MB of RDRAM, a 30 GB hard drive, 64 MB DDR GeForce video card, 12X MAX. DVD-ROM, 8X MAX. CD-RW and a SoundBlaster Live! Value sound card among other features. "We are excited to provide these cutting-edge systems to our high-end customers," added Van Dell. "Being up front with customers on availability, while providing what could arguably be one of the most powerful PC configurations on the market for the most selective buyer, creates a winning situation for everyone."

In addition to the rich product offerings, Dell continues to support customers throughout the life of their purchase with limited warranty, service offerings, innovative online tools and traditional phone support. The limited warranty includes a standard three-year parts and labor offering(1), or an optional three-year onsite offering(2). Customers also have access to online tools such as Ask Dudley, a 24-hour helper for quick answers to common problems questions; and lifetime 24-hour, toll-free telephone service and support.

Dell Computer Corporation is the world's leading direct computer systems company, based on revenues of $25.3 billion for the past four quarters, and is a premier provider of products and services required for customers to build their Internet infrastructures. The company ranks No. 78 on the Fortune 500, No. 210 on the Fortune Global 500 and No. 3 on the Fortune "most admired" lists of companies. Dell designs, manufactures and customizes products and services to customer requirements, and offers an extensive selection of software and peripherals. Information on Dell and its products can be obtained on the World Wide Web at www.dell.com.