DisklessWorkstations.com Strikes Deal With HP; Distribution Agreement Delivers New HP Thin-Clients

Business Editors/High-Tech Writers

LinuxWorld New York 2004

BIRMINGHAM, Mich.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Jan. 21, 2004

DisklessWorkstations.com has struck a unique deal with HP to distribute two new Linux Terminal Server (LTSP)-based thin-client workstations. The HP Compaq t5300 and t5500 Diskless Workstations boast the advanced thin-client technology of LTSP, as well as the quality and support of HP products. The workstations feature high-performance, low power-consuming Transmeta CPUs, high-resolution video with ATI Rage XC graphics and a three-year limited warranty.

“We’re very excited to be able to offer these new HP thin-client workstations,” said Ron Colcernian, president of DisklessWorkstations.com. “The HP Compaq t5300 and t5500 Diskless Workstations will be great assets to any organization needing to find powerful, flexible and cost-effective IT solutions.”

The HP t5300 will be priced at $299.95 and the t5500 will be priced at $349.95. Both models include mouse and keyboard, plus HP’s three-year hardware warranty. Both models come ready to run seamlessly in any LTSP thin-client deployment, taking advantage of the power, robustness and cost-effectiveness of Linux.

“These workstations, based on HP’s award winning thin-client technology, will feature the advanced Linux-based thin-client technology of theLinux Terminal Server Project
,” said Greg Schmidt, Product Marketing Manager, HP Personal Systems Group. “HP is pleased to be working with DisklessWorkstations.com as the leading distributor and supporter of LTSP technologies to drive Linux into the enterprise.”

The HP Compaq t5300 and t5500 consume very little energy, which will increase their cost-savings over time. The fanless design makes it possible for them to function well in even the most extreme conditions. Additional information, plus additional products and support are available at www.DisklessWorkstations.com

About DisklessWorkstations.com

DisklessWorkstations.com is the global leader in Linux-based, thin-client hardware, strategy and deployment. DisklessWorkstations.com provides cost-effective, powerful and reliable solutions for business, education, government, manufacturing and resellers based on LTSP’s advanced thin-client technology. Headquartered in southeastern Michigan, DisklessWorkstations.com combines unparalleled expertise with superior, reliable and easy to use thin-client products. More information on DisklessWorkstations.com is available at www.DisklessWorkstations.com.

About the Linux Terminal Server Project (LTSP)

Linux Terminal Server Project (LTSP) delivers advanced thin-client capabilities to Linux, increasing deployment options for business, education and government. LTSP is an open source project that develops its technology in a free, non-proprietary fashion. Headquartered in southeastern Michigan, LTSP fulfills a critical need by providing attractive, powerful and cost-effective deployment options for Linux. More information on LTSP is available at www.LTSP.org.

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