Data Robotics' Drobo Wins a "100 Best Products of 2008 Award" From PC World

MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA--(Marketwire - May 29, 2008) - Today Data Robotics announced that its flagship product, Drobo, was honored by PC World Magazine with a 100 Best Products of 2008 Award. The article is available today on PCWorld.com and will also be featured in the July 2008 issue of PC World, which hits newsstands June 17.

Drobo is an external storage system that takes a step beyond traditional data storage options. By adding automated intelligence designed specifically for data management, Drobo seamlessly protects a users important data and enables customers to effortlessly expand storage capacity in seconds as the user's data collection grows over time. Since launching in 2007, Drobo and its creators have been honored with 17 industry awards and accolades for providing easy-to-use, expandable and safe multi-drive desktop storage arrays to both consumers and professionals.

"This award is a direct reflection of Data Robotics' commitment to providing the best storage experience on the market," said Geoff Barrall, CEO of Data Robotics. "We look forward to continuing to provide best-of-class products in 2008 and beyond."

According to PC World editor, Edward N. Albro, the 100 Best Products Awards honor outstanding performers that meld practical features with innovation and reflect the rapidly changing technology marketplace. Award winners are hand-selected from hundreds of products including those that have appeared in the magazine over the past 12 months.

About Data Robotics

Data Robotics -- the makers of Drobo, the world's first storage robot -- develops automated data storage products designed to ensure data is always protected and easy-to-manage. Unlike other storage arrays, however, Drobo uses patented software that is designed for non-technical users who demand reliability without the complexity of RAID. Key features of Drobo include some of the most advanced automated features available -- including self-monitoring, self-healing and an easy-to-understand visual status and alert panel. For more information visit Data Robotics at www.datarobotics.com

Contact Information: Contact: Julie Tangen Kulesa Public Relations for Data Robotics 831.425.1083