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Kingston Technology Adds Speed, Economy to USB Product Line with Introduction of DataTraveler HyperX and DataTraveler 110
New HyperX USB Flash Drive Offers Ultra-Fast Read/Write Speeds; DT110 Provides High Capacity at Economic Price Points

CES Las Vegas, NV and Fountain Valley, CA — January 7, 2008 -- Kingston Technology Company, Inc., the independent world leader in memory products, today announced it is expanding its line of USB Flash drives with the introduction of the DataTraveler® HyperX® (DT HyperX) and DataTraveler 110 (DT110) models. Designed for ultra-fast read/write speeds and lower price points, respectively, the DT HyperX and DT110 drives are both available in capacities up to 8GB.

“Taking its cue from our HyperX line of industry-setting high-speed memory modules for gamers, enthusiasts and overclockers, the DataTraveler HyperX offers exceptionally fast read and write speeds,” said Joe Teng, Flash memory product manager, Kingston. “Whereas the DT110 provides an economic way to transfer and transport data whenever and wherever you travel.”

DataTraveler HyperX
The DT HyperX has data transfer rates of 30MB/sec. read and 20MB/sec. write, offering consumers a powerful, portable Flash storage solution. Designed to run on any Windows platform but specifically enhanced for Windows® ReadyBoost™ on Vista™ based systems, users can expect to quickly and easily transfer photos, videos, music and data to their desktop, notebook or a fellow enthusiast’s system.

DataTraveler 110
Sleek, practical and attractively priced, the DT110 serves the needs of budget-conscious users as well as consumers looking for significant storage capacity in a lightweight, compact design. The DT110 features a capless, retractable USB connector for ease-of-use and safe housing. Available in different colors according to capacity: purple (1GB), blue (2GB), red (4GB) and green (8GB), the DT110 is a great, high-quality USB drive.

Both drives are backed by a five-year warranty and free 24/7 technical support.

Kingston DataTraveler HyperX USB Drive
Part Number Capacity and Features MSRP (U.S. only)
Prices subject to change
DTHX/2GB 2GB HyperX USB Drive $ 74.00
DTHX/4GB 4GB HyperX USB Drive $ 131.00
DTHX/8GB 8GB HyperX USB Drive $ 266.00

Kingston DataTraveler HyperX USB Drive Features and Specifications:
  • Capacities1: 2GB, 4GB, 8GB
  • Dimensions: 2.76" x 0.88" x 0.44" (70.0mm x 22.4mm x 11.3mm)
  • Speed Rating2: data transfer rates of 30MB/sec. read and 20MB/sec. write
  • Enhanced3: for Windows ReadyBoost on Vista-based systems
  • Compatible Operating Systems: Windows Vista, Windows 2000 (SP4), Windows XP (SP1 and SP2), Mac OS (10.2x and higher), Linux (2.6 and higher)
  • Operating Temperature: 32° F to 140° F (0° C to 60° C)
  • Storage Temperature: -4° F to 185° F (-20° C – 85° C)
  • Easy: plug and play
  • Guaranteed: five-year warranty
Kingston DataTraveler DT110 USB Drive
Part Number Capacity and Features MSRP (U.S. only)
Prices subject to change
DT110P/1GB 1GB USB Drive – Purple $ 12.00
DT110B/2GB 2GB USB Drive – Blue $ 21.00
DT110R/4GB 4GB USB Drive – Red $ 35.00
DT110G/8GB 8GB USB Drive – Green $ 104.00


Kingston DataTraveler 110 USB Drive Features and Specifications:
  • Capacities1: 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, 8GB
  • Compliant: designed to Hi-speed USB 2.0 specifications
  • Practical: no cap to lose, USB connector protected within case
  • Compatible Operating Systems: Windows Vista*, Windows 2000 SP4, Windows XP (SP1 and SP2), Mac OS 10.2x and higher, Linux (2.6 and higher)
  • Operating Temperature: 32° F to 140° F (0° C to 60° C)
  • Storage Temperature: -4° F to 185° F (-20° C to 85° C)
  • Easy: plug and play
  • Guaranteed: five-year warranty
1 Some of the listed capacity is used for formatting and other functions and thus is not available for data storage. For more information please consult the Kingston Flash memory guide at: www.Kingston.com/flash_memory_guide.
2 Speed may vary due to host hardware, software and usage.
3 USB 2.0 required for ReadyBoost.
*Windows Vista ReadyBoost™ not supported. For more detailed information visit the Kingston Web site at: www.kingston.com.

About Kingston Technology Company, Inc.
Kingston Technology Company, Inc. is the world’s largest independent manufacturer of memory products. Kingston designs, manufactures and distributes memory products for desktops, laptops, servers, printers, and Flash memory products for PDAs, mobile phones, digital cameras, and MP3 players. Kingston has manufacturing facilities in California, Malaysia, Taiwan, China and sales offices in the United States, United Kingdom, Europe, Russia, Australia, Taiwan, China, and Latin America. For more information, please call (800) 337-8410 or visit www.kingston.com.

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Editors Note: For additional information, evaluation units or executive interviews, please contact David Leong, Kingston Technology Company, Inc. 17600 Newhope Street, Fountain Valley, CA USA 92708, 714-427-3821. Press images can be found in Kingston's press room at www.kingston.com/press/default.asp.

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**Some of the listed capacity is used for formatting and other functions and thus is not available for data storage.

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