MEDIA ADVISORY, Oct. 25, 2004 (PRIMEZONE) --
WHO: QLogic, HP and Microsoft WHAT: Press Conference WHEN: Tuesday, Oct. 26, 1 p.m. Eastern WHERE: Cordova Rooms 5 & 6, Storage Networking World, JW Marriott Grande Lakes Resort, Orlando, Fla. DETAILS: Three of the data storage industry's leading providers will unveil a new storage networking solution that lets smaller businesses install a SAN (storage area network) in a matter of minutes, without having to engage outside support. HP, Microsoft and QLogic will demonstrate one of the simplest, most affordable SANs, designed and priced specifically for small to medium-sized businesses. No longer will the productivity and performance advantages of SANs be available only to larger enterprises that have the resources and expertise to manage complex management applications from multiple vendors. Now, simple, low-cost SANs are being made available for businesses of all sizes. INTERVIEWS: One-on-one interviews will be offered with QLogic spokespersons and beta users immediately following the press conference and continuing through Wednesday, Oct. 27. RSVP: The press conference is open to working press, industry analysts and investors. Reservations are requested for one-on-one interviews.