AMD (NYSE:AMD) and Founder Technology today announced an agreement
to offer Founder customers a range of systems based on AMD64
processors, which are recognized for their innovation and
performance-per-watt leadership.
Founder, China's second largest PC provider and the seventh
largest global desktop PC provider, expects to launch AMD64
processor-based desktop PCs throughout China in early October 2006.
The sales agreement will begin with desktop systems and expand to
cover both the notebook and the server markets in the near future.
Attending a news conference in Beijing today were Qi Dongfeng,
president of Founder Technology; Henri Richard, AMD executive vice
president and chief sales and marketing officer; and Karen Guo, AMD
corporate vice president and president of AMD Greater China.
"As a premier technology brand in China, Founder Technology shares
AMD's passion for delivering exceptional innovation to its customers,"
Guo said. "Through this strategic agreement, we can continue
increasing innovation and customer choice by providing compelling
options that help contribute to the healthy, robust development of the
information technology industry in China."
"Founder Technology's collaboration with AMD is based on our
shared understanding of the market. As a leading innovator of
microprocessors, AMD has been providing PC users a viable choice
through its consistent execution and top-of-the-line processors," said
Qi Dongfeng. "Founder Technology is one of the leaders in China's PC
market, and is committed to responding to customer needs with our
high-quality products and dedicated services."
According to IDC, Founder sold 2.5 million PCs in 2005,
solidifying its market position as China's second-largest PC maker.
About AMD
Advanced Micro Devices (NYSE:AMD) is a leading global provider of
innovative microprocessor solutions for computing, communications and
consumer electronics markets. Founded in 1969, AMD is dedicated to
delivering superior computing solutions based on customer needs that
empower users worldwide. For more information visit www.amd.com.
About Founder Technology
Founder Technology, a subsidiary of Founder Group, is one of the
most influential publicly listed high-tech companies in mainland
China. In the second quarter of 2006, Founder Technology's PC sales
grew by almost 34 percent compared with the same period last year,
making it the seventh largest PC provider in the world and the fourth
largest in the Asia-Pacific region. Founder Technology ranks number
one in the Asia-Pacific region in terms of growth rate in total
shipments. Meanwhile, the market share of Founder Technology achieved
13%, consistently ranked as one of the largest PC providers in China
for last seven years.
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