Dec.03, 2003

First International Computer, Inc (FIC), a world leader in the design and production of motherboards for over 20 years, introduces one of the newest in its long line of ingenious and quality motherboards - the P4-800T. A full featured, ATX form factor motherboard, the P4-800T is based on the VIA PT800 chipset. The VIA PT800 supports the new generation of Intel Pentium 4 processors and provides the highest performance and most scalable core logic chipset platform for mainstream PC systems.

"The P4-800T represents the latest in a long series of innovative motherboards co-developed by FIC and VIA for the Intel Pentium 4 platform," commented Shane Dennison, Chipset Platform Marketing Manager, VIA Technologies, Inc. "FIC customers will benefit from the VIA PT800 chipset's advanced features such as FastStream64 and DriveStation technologies, providing the user with a perfect combination of performance, stability, connectivity, and storage options."

"FIC is committed to delivering a complete range of solutions, and the new P4-800T utilizes the new VIA PT800 chipset to deliver spectacular P4 performance," stated Alex Mei, FIC Global Marketing Manager, First International Computer, Inc. "Integrators and consumers will be able to take full advantage of the P4-800T's complete array of exciting features, making it an excellent choice for customers who demand a perfect balance of high performance, stability, and advanced features."

The P4-800T offers spectacular performance with 800MHz FSB and implements VIA's advanced FastStream64? DDR400 Memory Controller. Included with the P4-800T are 1 AGP 8x slot, 5.1 channel audio, support for Ultra DMA ATA 66/100/133, and the industry's first full-featured native Serial ATA/RAID controller. In addition, expansion is possible with 1 AGP 8x expansion slot, 5 PCI slots, 2 IEEE 1394 pin-headers, and 4 USB 2.0 connectors.

For more information about the new P4-800T or any of FIC's exciting and innovative products - graphics cards, PC systems, notebooks, mobile solutions, or servers - go to our website at www.fic.com.tw, or contact us at mkt@fic.com.tw.

About FIC
Founded in 1980, First International Computer, Inc (FIC) made a name for itself as a producer of innovative and quality motherboards. Now, over 20 years later, FIC is a world leader in the design and production of a wide range of products, including leading-edge motherboards, graphics cards, PC systems, notebooks, mobile solutions, and servers. A financially strong, publicly listed company, FIC has a workforce of over 5000 employees spread among 6 supplier hubs, 10 manufacturing/assembly sites and 7 branch offices worldwide.

Over the years, FIC's success with motherboards has enabled it to become a leading supplier for many of the industry's leading PC brand names. FIC has also become a market pioneer in the development of thin client/slim servers and mobile solutions thanks in large part to its engineering expertise and highly advanced R&D facilities. Among the company's key strengths are a highly sophisticated worldwide logistics system, a commitment to developing top quality products, and an emphasis on putting the customer first. These factors help to explain why, today, FIC is firmly established in the OEM/ODM and distribution markets.