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Compaq First to Break 2 Million Seat Mark for Microsoft Exchange 2000 Deployment

Compaq Brings Services, Servers and Storage to Deliver Complete Exchange Solutions

Compaq Global Services, the $7.8 billion services division of Compaq Computer Corporation (NYSE: CPQ), today announced it has surpassed the two million mark in Exchange 2000 seats deployed or under contract—the first Microsoft solutions integrator to accomplish this milestone.

Recognized by Microsoft as Worldwide Prime Integrator for Exchange, Compaq Global Services has deployed or managed a total of more than 8 million Exchange seats since the introduction of Microsoft Exchange Server—making Compaq the largest Exchange integrator in the industry. Microsoft Exchange Server delivers next-generation messaging and collaboration for businesses of all sizes.

"Compaq has expanded the capabilities of its clients to efficiently communicate around the world and reap the benefits of a common messaging environment," said Rick Fricchione, vice president, Compaq Global Services. "Our services professionals are experts in creating, supporting and managing enterprise Windows, Exchange and .Net infrastructures. Add that expertise to our optimized ProLiant servers and StorageWorks, and customers get solid, reliable and flexible Microsoft solutions."

"Compaq Global Services skilled professionals offer a comprehensive suite of services for Microsoft technology," said Malcolm Pearson, general manager of the Exchange Server Business Unit at Microsoft Corp. "We are pleased to see they are helping customers deploy Exchange 2000 and transform our technology into solid business solutions for enterprises worldwide."

Compaq recently helped the City of Calgary improve productivity with a new messaging environment. "The initial plan was to provide a high-availability messaging environment, since e-mail is as critical to this municipality as the phone," said Alexander Sidaway, project manager Corporate Email/Calendaring, City of Calgary. "Compaq Global Services, in cooperation with the City of Calgary, completed the planning, design and implementation of Exchange 2000, including a proof of concept and pilot."

To enhance customers' flexibility in implementing Exchange, Compaq recently announced a new IT utility (Exchange "on Demand"), which is available on a fixed-fee, per-mailbox basis—the number of mailboxes can be increased or decreased as business conditions warrant. Exchange "on demand" delivery options include: installation, setup and management; server installation; account administration; performance monitoring; backup and recovery; virus and security protection; and monthly usage reporting.

In addition, industry standard Compaq ProLiant servers and adaptive infrastructure offer customers a reliable and scalable Microsoft Exchange 2000 infrastructure platform—optimized and tested for Microsoft operating systems and applications. Compaq also offers unique features such as recommended configurations and sizers via ActiveAnswers.

Compaq Global Services, the $7.8 billion services arm of Compaq Computer Corp., provides system integration, customer support and outsourcing services to help enterprise clients build, deploy and manage IT environments. With more than 34,000 employees backed by a worldwide network of operations management and customer support centers, Compaq Global Services offers capabilities and expertise to help clients develop effective IT service strategies and ensure uninterrupted business operations.

Company Background

Founded in 1982, Compaq Computer Corporation is a leading global provider of information technology products, services and solutions for enterprise customers. Compaq designs, develops, manufactures and markets information technology equipment, software, services and solutions, including industry-leading enterprise storage and computing solutions, fault-tolerant business-critical solutions, communication products, personal desktop and notebook computers, and personal entertainment and Internet access devices that are sold in more than 200 countries directly and through a network of authorized Compaq marketing partners. Information on Compaq and its products and services is available at http://www.compaq.com.