Global Agreement Expands Backup Products Line

Exabyte Corporation (www.exabyte.com) announced that it has signed a new global sales and distribution agreement with Apple Computer that expands the availability of Exabyte tape backup storage across Apple's global sales and channel network.

"Exabyte has a long-standing commitment to serving the data-intensive storage needs of Apple users by offering powerful, plug-and-play tape storage solutions that feature FireWire and Fibre Channel connectivity," said Tom Ward, president and CEO of Exabyte.

Through this agreement, Apple's international sales and distribution network will market Exabyte's products worldwide as the recommended brand of tape storage solutions for Apple customers, particularly its' popular Xserve platform.

Exabyte's tape storage solutions for Apple users include cost-effective standalone tape drives featuring FireWire -- an ideal fit for professionals who use their Mac desktop or laptop for data-intensive applications.

"We have enjoyed a long and productive relationship with Apple Computer. This global sales and distribution agreement with Apple is a natural next step and further validates Exabyte's commitment to the Apple market," added Ward.

Exabyte has a worldwide network of OEMs, distributors and resellers that share the company's commitment to innovation and customer service, including IBM, HP, Fujitsu Siemens, Apple, Imation, Bull, Toshiba, Logitec, Kontron, Tech Data, Ingram Micro, CDW and Arrow Electronics.