Imation and Sun Microsystems Expand Alliance With Global Distribution Agreement
March 06 2007 - 8:00AM
PR Newswire (US)
Imation named worldwide media distributor for all Sun
StorageTek-branded data storage media OAKDALE, Minn., and SANTA
CLARA, Calif., March 6 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Imation Corp
(NYSE:IMN), a worldwide leader in removable data storage, and Sun
Microsystems, Inc. (NASDAQ:SUNW) today announced a distribution
agreement naming Imation the worldwide media distributor for Sun's
full line of data storage media. Under terms of the agreement,
Imation will become the distributor of the full portfolio of
Sun-branded tape media for entry-level, mid-range and data-center
environments. Already the exclusive co-developer, manufacturer and
distributor of Sun StorageTek(TM) 9840 and 9940 tape cartridges,
Imation will now also distribute Sun's newest Sun StorageTek T10000
format, as well as all Sun StorageTek-branded LTO Ultrium(TM),
Super DLTtape(TM), DLTtape(TM), and DDS tape cartridges, globally.
"Today's announcement is ultimately about simplifying the process
for customers and creating new opportunities for partners by
providing a one-stop shopping experience for tape media," said
Nigel Dessau, senior vice president, Storage Marketing and Business
Operations, Sun Microsystems. "We expect Imation's global
distribution capabilities and worldwide reach, from the Americas to
Europe and Asia-Pacific, will benefit both customers and resellers
via quick and easy access to media for Sun StorageTek tape drives
and libraries." "Imation is pleased to add the Sun brand to our
global portfolio," said Frank Russomanno, president, chief
operating officer and acting chief executive officer, Imation. "We
have a long history of working with Sun to meet the needs of our
mutual customers who require the highest quality data storage
products, responsive customer service and top-notch technical
support. Pairing Sun's trusted media brand with Imation's global
distribution capabilities will provide significant benefits for our
companies and our customers." "The distribution agreement between
Imation and Sun Microsystems is very positive news for our
customers," said Al Zoldos, vice president of Sales for Corporate
Express Imaging & Computer Graphic Supplies (NYSE:BUH), one of
the largest distributors of data center media and high-speed
production printer supplies. "This expanded alliance provides added
convenience and helps to ensure that, as a reseller, Corporate
Express can readily provide our customers with the full portfolio
of Sun-branded tape media." This agreement is one of several with
premier companies looking to build on Imation's worldwide
distribution capability and knowledge. Imation's regional sales and
marketing headquarters are located in Oakdale, Minn., serving North
America; Miami, Fla., serving Latin America; Schiphol, The
Netherlands, serving Europe, Middle East and Africa; and Hong Kong,
serving Asia-Pacific. Imation serves customers in over 100
countries. For more information and country contacts, see
http://www.imation.com/ . About Imation Imation Corp is the only
company in the world solely focused on the development, manufacture
and supply of removable data storage products spanning the four
pillars of magnetic, optical, flash and removable hard disk
storage. With more than 50 years of data storage leadership
beginning with the development of the world's first computer tape,
Imation proudly marked its tenth anniversary as an independent
company in 2006. In addition to the Imation brand, Imation Corp's
global brand portfolio includes the Memorex brand, one of the most
widely recognized names in the consumer electronics industry,
famous for the slogan, "Is it live or is it Memorex?" Additional
information about Imation is available at http://www.imation.com/
or by calling 1-888-466-3456. About Sun Microsystems, Inc. A
singular vision -- "The Network Is the Computer"(TM) -- guides Sun
in the development of technologies that power the world's most
important markets. Sun's philosophy of sharing innovation and
building communities is at the forefront of the next wave of
computing: the Participation Age. Sun can be found in more than 100
countries and on the Web at sun.com. Imation, the Imation logo,
Memorex, "Is it live or is it Memorex" are trademarksof Imation
Corp. and its subsidiaries. Sun, Sun Microsystems, the Sun logo,
StorageTek, and The Network is The Computer are trademarks or
registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in the United
States and other countries. All other trademarks are property of
their respective owners. DATASOURCE: Imation Corp CONTACT: Mary
Rawlings-Taylor of Imation Corp, +1-651-704-6796, , or Michelle
Parkinson of Sun Microsystems, Inc., +1-415-294-5086, Web site:
http://www.imation.com/
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