Monarch Computer ® Adds AMD’s Latest Processors to Furia ™ and Empro ™

Atlanta -- 3/6/2006 -- From their headquarters in Tucker, GA, Monarch Computer announced today the addition of Dual-Core AMD Opteron™ processor Models 185, 285 and 885 to their award-winning lines of systems. Monarch has added the Dual-Core AMD Opteron processor Model 185 to its Furia line of single CPU workstations, while Monarch’s Empro™ workstations and servers now benefit from the power of the Dual-Core AMD Opteron processor Models 285 and 885. The Furia and Empro systems are based on AMD64 technology with Direct Connect Architecture, which offers native dual-core computing, leading-edge performance for 64-bit workstations and servers, while offering significantly reduced CPU power consumption. Companies and individuals alike will appreciate the additional speed while enjoying low energy costs.

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The Empro and Furia systems on Monarch’s website are fully customizable. The ability to choose from hundreds of options, including the top-of-the-line components, is an easy task with Monarch’s online configurators. Choosing the optimal parts to integrate into any infrastructure is also easy to do and can be done with only a few clicks.

“The IT industry has always been an industry of compromise. As new technologies are released, you often compromise reliability for performance, value for speed, features for budget, and flexibility for ease of use,” said Trey Harris, founder of Monarch Computer Systems, Inc. “I believe our customers should not have to compromise, and I’ve always tried to incorporate that belief into every aspect of my company. These new Dual-Core AMD Opteron processors can deliver leading-edge performance without compromise.”

Dual-Core AMD Opteron processors Model 285 and 885 processors operate at 2.6GHz, while consuming a maximum 95 watts of power. The processors will also include AMD PowerNow!™ technology with Optimized Power Management, which is designed to adjust to the speed and power consumption of the processor to the current needs of the user, and Direct Connect Architecture, which helps to eliminate bottlenecks found in traditional, front-side bus technology. The integration of these new processors should fit any company’s existing infrastructure. All of these technologies are currently supported by Monarch’s Empro and Furia systems.

“Monarch has made great strides with their Empro server and workstation and Furia workstation product lines,” said Pat Patla, director, Server/Workstation Marketing, AMD (NYSE: AMD). “With Dual-Core AMD Opteron processors, Monarch customers can expect native dual-core computing, unrivalled performance and industry-leading power management.”

Monarch’s Availability of the new series of AMD Opteron Processors
Monarch Empro Workstations and Servers featuring the new Dual-Core AMD Opteron processors Model 285 and 885 are on sale today at www.monarchcomputer.com, while the Monarch Furia Workstations with Dual-Core AMD Opteron processor Model 185 will be available in approximately 30 days. Interested parties should contact one of our trained sales engineers with any questions at (800) 611-0875 or e-mail sales@monarchcomputer.com for more information.

About Monarch
Monarch Computer is a direct supplier of computer components and computer systems with innovative engineering that allows our customers to fully customize a system based on their specific needs. Monarch provides equipment and services to Fortune 500 companies and high volume buyers like government organizations and educational institutions, as well as the enthusiast end-user. Unparalleled technical knowledge in sales and excellence in customer service both make Monarch distinctive to the computer industry. Customers on ResellerRatings.com have allowed Monarch to achieve a Platinum Plus Elite Customer Excellence Award. AMD recognizes Monarch as a Platinum Solution Provider and Monarch’s Empro Workstations and Servers have won accolades such as Linux Magazine’s Emperor Class award, Linux Journal’s Ultimate Linux Box, as well as receiving an A+ for performance from Cadalyst magazine. Headquartered in Tucker, GA, Monarch has proudly served the U.S. and APOs since 1991.

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