SANTA ANA, Calif., Aug. 22, 2005 (PRIMEZONE) -- SimpleTech, Inc.(r) (Nasdaq:STEC), a designer, manufacturer and marketer of custom and open-standard memory and storage solutions based on Flash memory, DRAM and hard disk drive technologies, today announced an extension to its SimpleShare(tm) network attached storage (NAS) product line targeted at the small to medium sized business (SMB) and small office/home office (SOHO) professional markets. The new SimpleShare 400GB version allows users to expand total storage capacity beyond 1.4 terabytes (TBs) by connecting two additional USB external hard drives and offers Dantz Retrospect backup software enabling simple backup for all systems on the network and includes expanded support for Linux based systems. SimpleTech will showcase SimpleShare in the Digital Home Experience Zone at the Intel Developer Forum in San Francisco, Calif., August 23-25, 2005.
"SimpleShare allows multiple users to store, share and protect vital data and easily integrates with PC, Mac and Linux systems on their networks," said Patrick Wilkison, vice president of marketing and business development at SimpleTech.
"We continue to develop and incorporate an expanding list of advanced features to meet the evolving needs of our customers. Of foremost importance, we are delivering a seamless network backup solution to address an overwhelming demand for a tightly integrated data storage strategy. SimpleShare now enables all of this without requiring IT experience," Wilkison continued.
SimpleShare provides advanced enterprise-level data protection features at prices SMBs can afford. Users can now backup servers, desktops and laptops to a central storage appliance. Additionally, SimpleShare provides the ability to mirror the data to a spare disk attached via USB. Disk-mirroring allows users to create a duplicate copy of data that can be stored off site for complete data protection and disaster recovery.
Security and access control are concerns for all network users and SimpleShare is a safe and secure storage platform for networks. Featuring embedded hardware encryption, and user-based log-in security, SimpleShare helps small business professionals create a secure and auditable environment for their personal and business needs.
SimpleShare features include:
-- Easy set up - requires no device drivers or network experience
-- SimpleTech's NASFinder software - automatic drive mapping and
configuration for the easiest possible setup and configuration
on Windows platforms
-- Complete data protection including backup and disaster
recovery with Dantz Retrospect Express, as well as disk
mirroring
-- Expandable beyond 1.4 TBs of storage via standard USB
expansion ports
-- Advanced security and encryption capabilities
-- Built-in print server allows printer sharing functionality
Backup Software
Dantz Retrospect Express software protects Windows or Macintosh desktop or notebook computers by backing up to SimpleShare. Retrospect Express is easy to set up and manage and provides fast, reliable, secure backups. The program backs up any PC or Macintosh computer on the network to SimpleShare and offers best-in-class disaster recovery.
Pricing and Availability
SimpleShare is currently available in capacities of 160GB, 250GB and 400GB with a manufacturer's suggested price of $249, $349 and $549, respectively. SimpleShare is available at Amazon.com, CDW, Buy.Com, Costco.com and through SimpleTech's online store at www.SimpleTechDirect.com.
About SimpleTech
SimpleTech, Inc. designs, manufactures and markets custom and open-standard memory and storage solutions. With headquarters in Santa Ana, California, the company offers a comprehensive line of more than 2,500 products and specializes in developing high performance and high-density memory modules, memory cards and storage products. For more information, visit the company's Web site at www.simpletech.com.
Safe Harbor
This release may contain forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, including, but not limited to, statements concerning the performance of SimpleShare. Actual results may differ materially from the results predicted. Important factors which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements are detailed under "Risk Factors" in filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission made from time to time by SimpleTech, including its Annual Report on Form 10-K, its quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, and its current reports on Form 8-K.
Other factors that could cause our actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements include the following risks: SimpleShare may not perform in the manner anticipated, customer demand for such products may not grow as projected and new technological advancements in the field might produce more competitive products. SimpleTech undertakes no obligation to release publicly any revisions to any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.
SimpleTech, Inc. and SimpleShare are trademarks or registered trademarks of SimpleTech, Inc. in the United States and other countries. All other trademarks referred to herein are the property of their respective owners.
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