Wyse Technology Introduces Sleek, Flexible Windows XP Embedded Flat-Panel Thin Client

Wyse Winterm 9650XE is Flexible and Expandable with Attractive Space-Saving Design; Ideal for Call Centers, Healthcare and Retail Environments

San Jose, CA – 27/05/2003 - Wyse Technology, the domain experts in server-centric computing, today introduced the fastest, most expandable flat-panel Winterm available with Microsoft's Windows XP Embedded operating system. The sleek, attractive Wyse® Winterm™ 9650XE thin client combines the security, manageability, affordability and reliability of all Wyse thin clients, with the benefits of Windows XP Embedded's PC-like functionality that includes support for rich internet browsing, local applications and access to thousands of peripheral drivers. The compact flat-panel chassis fits neatly into environments where space is at a premium, such as call centers and retail environments.

While demand for this product has come from all types of companies and industries, there has been particular interest where heightened security and reliability are important, such as hospital nurse stations and retail point-of-sale counters. Additionally, the flat panel's attractive 15-inch LCD screen and black and silver case has a sleek, modern look that makes a strong image statement at locations such as reception areas and front desks in hotels.

"For more than seven years, Wyse has delivered thin-client and server-centic computing products that have consistently led the industry in performance and reliability and in chassis that best suit our customers' particular computing environments," said Brad Rowland, director of product management for Wyse Technology. "This new Wyse flat-panel offering is an example of how we maintain this leadership - it's by delivering innovative products that meet our customers' evolving needs. Many businesses demand a PC-like user interface, yet require thin-client security and reliability with the aesthetics that best complement their professional setting. The Winterm 9650XE delivers this combination with the flexibility of the Windows XP Embedded operating system, in a sleek package that enhances any environment."

The Winterm 9650XE is a flexible platform that can be expanded to support virtually any office peripheral a business may need. Through its Windows XP Embedded operating system, the Winterm 9650XE delivers significant strategic business benefits for enterprises with specific advantages that include:

• Same Codebase as Windows XP Professional - Customers gain access to more than 10,000 supported peripherals and services, and the enhanced security features of a Windows XP-based desktop with the cost-effectiveness, reliability and manageability benefits of a Wyse Winterm thin client.
• Rich Multimedia Browsing - With Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 browser software, this Winterm thin client has full plug-in support for multimedia, Java applets and security enhancements, and the ability to embed Windows-based line-of-business applications directly onto the device.
• Local application support - Allows support for any 32- bit application that needs the resources to run locally on the thin client.
• Support For Vertical Market Applications - The Winterm 9650XE can be customized with features such as multiple monitors and local-application execution for financial service companies, healthcare, retail organizations and call centers.

Pricing And Availability

The Winterm 9650XE will be available at an estimated customer price of $1049 for a Flash/RAM memory configuration of 256F/256R. It is also available in custom configurations with many peripheral options, including CD-ROM or DVD-ROM, additional 256MB RAM, and internal wireless Wi-Fi 802.11b support. Additional product specifications can be found at http://www.wyse.com/products/. For availability information please call 1-800-GET-WYSE.

About Wyse Technology

Wyse Technology is the global leader in thin computing-based virtualization software and hardware solutions. Wyse and its strategic partners, including, Citrix®, IBM®, Microsoft®, Novell®, VMware®, and others deliver the innovative hardware, infrastructure software, and services that formulate the benefits of cloud computing, virtualization and Green IT. These thin computing solutions allow consumers, public and private enterprises to access the application information they need, but with better security, manageability, and at a much lower total cost of ownership than a PC. Wyse is headquartered in San Jose, California, with offices worldwide.

For more information, visit the Wyse website at http://www.wyse.co.uk or call 0845 604 0038 (UK only) or +44 (0) 118 934 2200

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For further information contact:

David Angwin
Director of Marketing - EMEA

dangwin@wyse.com

+ 44 (0)118 982 8306