CBB Certified Components Enable System Builders to Locally Build a Truly Customized Laptop
Fremont, CA - August 19, 2008 - Antec, Inc., the leading global provider of
high-performance components for the gaming, PC Upgrade and Do-It-Yourself
markets, today announced that it is launching a new line of standard
components for the mobile computing market. These interchangeable
components-known as common building blocks and developed according to a
common set of specifications initiated by Intel-continue Antec's legacy as a
pioneer in standards-based computing components and extend its reach into
the fast-growing portable computing market. The announcement marks the first
time that system builders will be able to build customized, personalized
laptops from individual components, in the same way they do now with server
and desktop PCs.
Earlier this year, Intel announced two new mobile motherboards designed and
validated to support Intel(R) Centrino(R) 2 processor technology. These
Intel(R) Mobile Boards are based on a new mobile motherboard form factor
specification codenamed Rich Creek 2 (RC2). This effort expands upon the
earlier Common Building Block program. System builders now have the
opportunity to enter the mobile computing market by putting together systems
based on the CBB standard.
Antec's new mobile product line contains a wide range of CBB components
including two laptop chassis, a docking station, both CBB and RC2-specific
keyboards, AC adapters, battery packs, and several components such as
integral webcams and Bluetooth(R) modules.
"Our new line of mobile product components offers system builders for the
first time the ability to configure and build laptop computers specifically
for their important accounts, and to fully support them in the field," said
Scott Richards, Antec Senior Vice President. "We are proud to be the pioneer
global provider of these products to the channel, helping system builders
penetrate mobile computing markets that were previously closed to them."
"Our new Intel(R) Mobile Boards supporting Intel Centrino 2 processor
technology, combined with high-class components from proven manufacturers
will allow the channel to build powerful, customized laptop systems," said
Tom Rampone, Intel's Vice President for Sales and Marketing Group and
general manager of Channel Platforms Group. "We are pleased that companies
such as Antec are embracing the mobile market by providing these common and
interchangeable ingredients."
"ASI has enjoyed a very successful partnership over the years with Antec,"
said Kent Tibbils, Vice President of Marketing at ASI Corporation. "So we're
very pleased to be able to work with them as a supplier for the next
generation of CBB mobile products. Their reputation in the channel as well
as with the end user community adds a tremendous amount of value and
recognition to the Build To Order segment."
Antec's new line of CBB components for notebooks is available for order
today. Inquiries can be directed to [email protected].
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About Antec, Inc.
Antec, Inc., is the leading global brand of high-performance computer
components and accessories for the gaming, PC upgrade and Do-It-Yourself
(DIY) markets. Founded in 1986, Antec is recognized as a pioneer in these
industries and has maintained its position as a worldwide market leader and
international provider of efficient, quiet, and reliable products. Antec has
also achieved great success in the distribution channel, meeting the demands
of quality-conscious system builders, VARs and integrators.
Antec's offering of enclosures includes a large range of cases, such as its
technically advanced Performance One Series, cost-effective New Solution
Series and server grade cases designed for the needs of all workstation and
server markets. Antec's products also include front line power supplies such
as its Signature Series, TruePower Quattro series, NeoPower series, and
EarthWatts, the most environmentally friendly power supply available. PC
gamers are an increasingly significant consumer of performance components,
and many Antec products are geared toward the gaming demographic, like the
Twelve Hundred, the premier gamer enclosure. Antec also offers a computing
accessories line comprised of many original products, including its patented
LED Fans and Notebook Cooling solutions.