Ingram to Distribute Keyspan Serial and USB Products for Macintosh and Windows

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Ingram to Distribute Keyspan Serial and USB Products for Macintosh and Windows

May 3, 1999–Keyspan today announced that its line of best selling serial and USB connectivity products for Macintosh(R) and Windows 98(TM) PCs is available to computer and office product resellers through Santa Ana, California-based distribution giant Ingram Micro Inc. (NYSE:IM).

Keyspan products now in distribution through Ingram Micro include: Keyspan's recently announced USB PDA Adapter for Palm organizers (MAC & WIN98, MSRP $ 39), the Keyspan USB Card (MAC & WIN98, MSRP $ 49), and the SX PRO Serial Card (MAC, MSPR $ 179).

"USB is hot! Reseller demand for our products has grown rapidly in recent months," explained Mike Ridenhour, president of Keyspan. "We are the first company to introduce a USB adapter for the Palm Pilot. We are the first to offer a USB upgrade card and USB serial adapter for Macintosh. Ingram Micro enables us to deliver these products to the reseller channel in a convenient and efficient fashion."

About Keyspan

Keyspan products provide "Connections for Your Computer". The company's first products provided serial ports for connecting to traditional computer peripherals such as modems, printers and graphics tablets. Over time, Keyspan has expanded its horizons, connecting the Macintosh and PC to the other items found in the home, school or office. Editors can reach Keyspan at 510-222-0131 x102 or via e-mail at info@keyspan.com. The Keyspan website is located at http://www.keyspan.com.

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CONTACT: Keyspan
Mike Ridenhour, 510/222-0131 x102
info@keyspan.com
or
WORLDVIEW
Bill Gram-Reefer, 925/676-4733
reefer@worldviewpr.com