Gateway Unveils Next-Generation E-Series Desktop Line

Strategic Insights -

Gateway, a leading PC manufacturer, has announced the launch of its next-generation E-Series desktop line, designed specifically for businesses, schools, and government agencies. This new line features the latest Intel chipsets, manageability features, and a model based on the Quiet-and-Cool 'BTX' chassis. The E-6300 PC, the first business model based on BTX, offers a cooler PC more resistant to heat-related component breakdowns, making it ideal for quiet areas such as lobbies, libraries, medical labs, and classrooms.

Key Takeaways:

  • The E-6300 PC features an Intel 915G chipset, up to 4GB of DDR2 400 MHz memory, and 7200 rpm serial ATA hard drives scaling up to 250 GB.
  • The E-6300 offers integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900 with 128 MB shared memory and integrated audio.
  • The PC has a spacious, seven-bay BTX case that allows for plenty of expansion and multiple I/O options.
  • The E-6300 has a base configuration priced at $989, which includes a standard, three-year limited warranty.
  • The PC is available with Microsoft Windows XP Pro and various DVD-RW/CD-RW or floppy drive options.
  • A small business configuration, E-6300 SB, is also available, which includes the option to add Microsoft productivity applications pre-bundled with the system.
  • Gateway's mainstream business PC model, the E-4300, offers an Intel 915G chipset, DDR2 memory, and serial ATA hard drives, with a base configuration priced at $949.
  • The E-2300 value model features an Intel 865GV chipset with Celeron or Pentium 4 processors and 533 MHz or 800 MHz Front Side Bus support, with a base configuration priced at $629.
  • The E-6300 PC is part of Gateway's Q&A initiative, which aims to provide customers with better cooling and longer lifespans for their PCs.
  • Gateway has served organizations for over 15 years and has customers such as the University of Arizona, Harvard University, California Highway Patrol, and others.
  • Gateway is the third-largest PC company in the United States and among the top ten worldwide, with products under both Gateway and eMachines brands.

Statistics:

  • The E-6300 PC features up to 4GB of DDR2 400 MHz memory.
  • The PC has 7200 rpm serial ATA hard drives scaling up to 250 GB.
  • The E-6300 offers 6 USB 2.0 ports, 2 Firewire ports, 3 PCI slots, 1 PCIe X16, and 1 PCIe X1.
  • The PC has an integrated 10/100/1000 NIC.
  • The E-6300 has a base configuration priced at $989.
  • The E-4300 PC has a base configuration priced at $949.
  • The E-2300 value model has a base configuration priced at $629.

Sources:

  • "Gateway Unveils Next-Generation E-Series Desktop Line"
  • Gateway's official website (www.gateway.com)
  • Intel's official website (www.intel.com)
  • Industry publications (no specific source cited)