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NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WiebeTech improves FireWireTM DriveDockTM and Bus-Powered Super DriveDockTM: Both Now Support ATA-6 Drives WICHITA, KS � October 22, 2002 �WiebeTech LLC is now shipping an improved version of the FireWire DriveDockTM and the bus-powered Super DriveDockTM, which are complete FireWire bridge interfaces attachable to any 3.5-inch IDE drive. Both DriveDocks now support ATA-6 drives. The PowerBridgeTM bus powering circuitry of the Super DriveDock has also been improved, for better compatibility with Macs and PCs, especially iMacs with 17 inch flat screens. Super DriveDock retails for $159.95. �The upgraded Super DriveDock is significant because it is capable of powering full size 3.5-inch drives directly from the FireWire bus,� said James Wiebe, CEO of WiebeTech. �It accomplishes this feat using our PowerBridgeTM technology, which is now in its second technology generation.� FireWire DriveDock is similar to the Super DriveDock, but uses an AC adapter, not bus power, and provides support for CDs and DVD drives as well. A product upgrade is also available for prior purchasers of either DriveDock. By returning their product for upgrade, they will receive a unit with ATA-6 support added to the bridgeboard and new firmware. The FireWire DriveDock upgrade is available for $69.95. The upgrade for the Super DriveDock is $79.95 and includes the improved PowerBridge circuitry. Both DriveDocks offer: o ATA-6 SUPPORT. In order to support the size of the huge new drive mechanisms that are hitting the marketplace, a new hardware and firmware bridge design was used in conjunction with the popular OXFW911 FireWire bridge. In addition, the FireWire DriveDock offers: o CD/DVD SUPPORT. FireWire DriveDock continues its support of hard drives, as well as CD and DVD mechanisms. The Super DriveDock offers: o BUS POWER IMPROVEMENTS. Super DriveDock takes its operating power from the FireWire bus using PowerBridge technology. This technology has been improved so that Super DriveDock is now compatible with Apple's latest 17-inch iMacs. An optional AC adapter may also be purchased for universal compatibility with all FireWire hosts. Successful operation of Super DriveDock in bus power mode requires that the host to which it is attached provide power capable of spinning up the attached IDE drive. Other important technical details may be referenced from the tech specs posted on WiebeTech's website. PRICING AND AVAILABILITY FireWire DriveDock is priced at $139.95 with AC adapter, and is shipping from stock. Past purchasers of FireWire DriveDock may purchase an upgrade for $69.95. Super DriveDock is priced at $159.95, and is shipping from stock. Past purchasers of Super DriveDock may purchase an upgrade for $79.95. The optional AC adapter is priced at $24.95. Dealers may purchase the product from WiebeTech's distributor, www.drbott.com. End users and dealers may purchase from www.wiebetech.com. Canadian resellers may purchase WiebeTech products from EMJ (www.emj.ca). ABOUT WIEBETECH WiebeTech LLC was founded in July, 2000 by James Wiebe and has focused on marketing high performance, highly portable storage solutions. __________________________ WiebeTech products are available through DevDepot <http://www.devdepot.com>, mailto:orders@;devdepot.com, Toll free: 877-DEPOT-NOW, Outside US/Canada: 805-494-9797, Fax: 805-494-9798. __________________________ Please visit our sponsors: RadGad(sm): The Place for Useful Gifts & Gadgets.(sm) http://www.radgad.com/, mailto:info@;radgad.com, or 877-5-RADGAD MacTech(r) Magazine: The journal of Macintosh technology and development http://www.mactech.com, mailto:info@;mactech.com, or 805-494-9797 DevDepot(sm): Your Source for RAM, Technical & Developer Products http://www.devdepot.com, mailto:info@;devdepot.com or call 877-DEPOT-NOW To submit a posting to NetProLive, mailto:press_releases@;mactech.com. To subscribe to NetProLive, send mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] with the SUBJECT line reading "SUBSCRIBE NetProLive". To unsubscribe, the SUBJECT line should read "UNSUBSCRIBE NetProLive". MacTech, Developer Depot, RadGad, and Xplain Corporation are not responsible for any errors, omissions, or other inaccuracies in this message. News may be propagated freely, but please attribute your source as MacTech Magazine, <http://www.mactech.com>.
