MINNEAPOLIS, MN, January 3, 2007 — Equus Computer Systems Inc., the largest white box system builder to the channel with ten locations in the U.S., today announced that it will OEM Sony's Advanced Intelligent Tape^TM (AIT) drives for use in the Nobilis server systems.

The AIT tape storage products, spanning from entry-level to enterprise class solutions, deliver a choice of capacities, performance, and price points, which will further enable Equus to deliver complete custom server solutions as a convenient, single source for customers.

"One of the key benefits Equus provides is the ability to offer custom solutions based on the unique needs of each customer," said Joe Toste Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Equus Computer Systems, Inc. "AIT offers a comprehensive line of tape storage products, allowing customers to select precisely the right tape drive perfectly suited for each particular solution."

"AIT, through a single backward compatible format, is the only tape format that spans every market segment from low end to enterprise," said Joe Toste. "This provides simplicity and convenience."

AIT tape storage products, ranging from 20 gigabytes to up to 400 gigabytes native storage capacity on a single cartridge, provides unique features and benefits, such as Memory-In-Cassette for faster access to files and Write-Once, Read-Many (WORM) functionality for added data security. For increased reliability, AIT only uses Advanced Metal Evaporated (AME) media, which contains pure evaporated cobalt and is sealed with a super-durable Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) coating. In addition, AIT drives incorporate an automated head cleaner mechanism. Together, the AME media and automated head cleaner reduce the need for periodic cleaning.

About Equus Computer Systems (www.equuscs.com)
Equus Computer Systems, Inc. is one of America's largest manufacturers of build-to-order desktops, notebooks, servers and workstations. Recognized as a top OEM of industry leading vendors such as Microsoft® and Intel® and named by Computer Reseller News as one of the top three North American system builders, Equus has delivered more than one million custom computer systems to Solution Providers, ISVs, and OEMs. The company is privately owned and has over 300 employees. More information can be obtained by visiting the Equus web site at www.equuscs.com.