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ATLANTA, GA -- Maxtor(R) Corporation (NYSE: MXO), a worldwide leader in hard disk drives and storage solutions, today announced its entry into the enterprise network storage market with the MaxAttach(TM) NAS 6000, a highly-scalable storage server offering capacities up to 5.7 terabytes (TB). The Windows Powered MaxAttach NAS 6000 offers broad interoperability and establishes a platform for innovative solutions such as e-mail archiving, disk-to-disk backup, and volume aggregation. The system enables complete data management solutions when combined with applications from leading software companies such as Legato Systems, OTG Software and VERITAS Software. The enterprise-ready MaxAttach NAS 6000 offers features specially designed for data center environments, backed by a comprehensive array of support services. These features include redundant hardware components for high system availability, and RAID 5 data protection and Persistent Storage Manager (PSM) snapshot capabilities for high data availability. PSM enables instant recovery of deleted or corrupted files. Operating Microsoft Windows 2000 with the Server Appliance Kit 2.0, MaxAttach systems are the only Windows Powered storage servers that utilize reliability frameworks to enhance operating system fault resiliency. "With the combination of scalability, interoperability and on-site service support, the MaxAttach NAS 6000 extends our storage systems offerings into the enterprise market," said Eric Kelly, president of Maxtor's Network Systems Group. "We can now offer businesses a broad range of MaxAttach storage solutions, each based on the Windows 2000 platform, that can quickly and easily be deployed in data centers, remote offices and workgroup environments." With support for Windows, UNIX/Linux, Macintosh and NetWare clients, the MaxAttach NAS 6000 enables file sharing among users from all of these environments. It supports Active Directory and is compatible with network management tools from leading vendors such as Computer Associates, Hewlett-Packard, and Tivoli Systems. "IT managers can take advantage of the scalability, availability and reliability of the proven Windows 2000 operating system in the MaxAttach NAS 6000," said Keith White, senior director of the Embedded and Appliance Platforms Group at Microsoft Corp. "With support for features such as Active Directory, Persistent Storage Manager, anti-virus and network management applications, IT managers can feel confident knowing the MaxAttach NAS 6000 offers a robust storage server with enterprise-class features and data protection to meet today's demanding storage needs." Key features include: -- High scalability -- capacities from 1.9 TB to 5.7 TB. -- High availability -- hot-swappable drives, power supplies and cooling fans to ensure maximum uptime. -- High density -- 1.9 TB occupies a 4U standard rack enclosure and is scalable to 5.7 TB in just a 12U rack space. For ease of installation, the fully configured system is available in a stand-alone 32-inch cabinet. -- Multiple connectivity options -- network interfaces include 10/100 Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet (copper or fiber). -- Data protection -- hardware RAID levels 0, 1, and 5 for high performance and data availability. -- Powerful processor and memory -- Dual Intel Pentium III 866 MHz and 1 GB ECC SDRAM. "Companies are demanding improved storage management capabilities and greater value from their storage solutions," said John McArthur, vice president of storage research at IDC. "Maxtor has expanded upon the ATA technology found in workgroup class storage servers. By adding a comprehensive suite of storage management capabilities, the company's MaxAttach NAS 6000 will address a broader range of enterprise needs." The MaxAttach NAS 6000 comes standard with one-year, next business day, on-site field service. Premium field service upgrades are available including four-hour response time, extended service contracts and installation service. All MaxAttach NAS storage servers include 24 x 7 technical phone support and a three-year hardware warranty. With a base capacity of 1.9 TB, the MaxAttach NAS 6000 pricing begins at $29,999. The NAS 6000 is scheduled for U.S. availability in October 2001 and worldwide availability in Q1 2002. It will be sold through authorized Maxtor resellers. For more information visit www.maxtor.com