Dell Inspiron Mini gets official

Ideal Internet Buddy For Surfing, Shopping and Chatting

· Light, Highly Mobile Device Built For Easy Online Browsing
And Entertainment

· Box.net Web Storage Keeps Your Personal Files Safe And
Enables Anytime Access and Sharing

ROUND ROCK, Texas, Sept. 4, 2008 –Dell today officially unveiled the
Inspiron Mini 9. This small, easy-to-carry device stands ready to
connect teens, tweens, travelers and “Tweeters” to their online world
be it surfing the Web, chatting with friends, blogging, streaming
content, uploading photos or enjoying favorite online videos, music
and games.

The Inspiron Mini is an affordable Internet companion that can be
fine-tuned to fit users’ specific needs and deeds. It is available now
on www.dell.com/mini in the U.S., Japan and select countries in
Europe. Availability elsewhere will be handled on a country
-by-country basis.

Solid Construction & Connections

With a starting weight of 2.28 lbs.[i], digital nomads will value the
Inspiron Mini’s durable design, with sealed keyboard and reliable
solid state drive (SSD) memory storage. A bright 8.9?inch glossy LED
display (1024×600) presents most web pages with no left-right
scrolling, and the keypads are large and easy to navigate. Standard
built-in Wi-Fi means quick and easy wireless internet access to
hotspots in the home, on campus, in a local coffee shop, in the office
or at a conference. The Inspiron Mini can be further customized with
optional technology like:

· Built-in Webcam, bundled with Dell Video Chat, making it
easy to stay in touch using video chat, recording and sending video
emails, or even PC-to-PC phone calls around the world. DVC even
supports four-way calling, making virtual family reunions a reality.

· Built-in Bluetooth(R) for easy wireless connections to
Bluetooth-enabled accessories like a pair of stereo headphones, a
mouse, a printer, etc.

Dell has teamed up with Box.net to offer exclusive web-based file
storage, access and sharing to Inspiron Mini users, including a free
Basic plan with 2GB of remote storage space, expandable to 25GB.
Dell’s Inspiron Mini will include a direct link to a Dell-exclusive
home page on Box.net (www.box.net/dell), providing users with an easy
way to add incremental online storage space to easily manage their
digital lives. Individuals can safely and securely upload files of
any type to their Box, including photos, videos, music, documents and
presentations, and then access those files from almost anywhere on any
device.

Box.net’s world-class service requires no software to download. With
its OpenBox platform, Box.net enables people to edit documents and
photos directly from their web-browser and post media to their blog or
social networks, further enhancing the mobility and user experience on
the Inspiron Mini.

Individual & Intuitive, Simple & Stylish

Individuals can personalize their Inspiron Mini with choice of colors
– Obsidian Black or Alpine White – and interaction experience –
optional Windows(R) XP(R) or Ubuntu 8.04 with custom Dell interface
(coming soon). For those looking for a more traditional and familiar
experience, the Inspiron Mini with Windows XP Home is available
immediately starting at $399.

Inspiron Mini devices featuring an intuitive Dell-developed custom
interface are expected to be available in a few weeks with a starting
price of $349. The custom home screen is designed to make it easy to
find what people are looking for. Intuitive icons link directly to
groups of similar applications, like games, Web and entertainment, and
favorite web links for quick access. Plus, the home screen can be
personalized, putting your favorites front and center.

This highly mobile and fun device can be carried anywhere in style
thanks to a full line of custom “Designed for Dell” backpacks,
messenger bags and convertible cases from merchants including Timbuk2.
Blending high fashion and superior function, the coordinated bags and
accessories incorporate subtle design elements and offer Inspiron Mini
owners a unique way to express a personalized, integrated style.
“Designed for Dell” products currently are available in the United
States, Canada and Europe.

Finishing Touches

Dell provides a variety of service offerings and add-on options to
help ensure devices are easy to use and maintain optimal performance,
including:

· Dell Support Center: Quickly access Dell service and support
from an icon on your desktop that provides automated fixes, software
upgrades and tools to help keep your system up-to-date and running
efficiently.