Rm Regulatory News (RM.)

9 Apr 2008 07:01

RM PLC09 April 2008 9 April 2008 RM appointed exclusive UK education distributor for HP Mini-Note PC RM has entered into an exclusive partnership with HP to supply the innovativenew HP 2133 Mini-Note PC to UK education establishments. The HP Mini-Note is a full function ultra-portable mobile PC designed foreducation. Weighing just 1.27kg and featuring an 8.9 inch, 1280x760 display,wireless networking and a choice of operating systems including MicrosoftWindows XP, the HP Mini-Note is flexible enough for use in the classroom, athome or on-the-go. Commenting on the partnership, Tim Pearson, CEO of RM, said: 'Low-cost, high capability computing devices like the HP Mini-Note mean that educational establishments can realistically aim for one computer per student. HP's decision to work with RM as an exclusive partner for the product is a great endorsement of our position as the UK's leading educational ICT innovator.' David Wright, vice president and general manager, Personal Systems Group, HP UK& Ireland, said: 'Small and ultra-portable, the Mini-Note PC was designed specifically to help schools deliver on the promise of affordable 1-to-1 computing. Lighter than many text books, the HP Mini-Note PC is easily transportable and includes a robust suite of wireless, multimedia and security capabilities. We are delighted to confirm our commitment to the education sector with this new mobile device.' For further information, please contact:Mike Greig/Phil Hemmings, RM plc 08450 700300Raphael Mazet, Brunswick 020 7404 5959 Notes: Founded in 1973, the RM Group is a leading provider of educational products andservices to schools, colleges and universities, local government and centralgovernment education departments and agencies. RM works closely witheducationalists to create new products, processes and technology which improveteaching and learning. RM is listed on the main market of the London StockExchange under the symbol RM.L, ISIN GB0002870417. Features of the HP 2133 Mini-Note PC include: • A full-function mobile PC that allows pupils to participate in mobile classroom lessons; thanks to Wireless technologies such as integrated Wi-Fi Certified WLAN to access the Internet and communicate via email, IM, chat, VOIP and blogging. • Pupils can learn everywhere they go - from class to home and field trips - thanks to durability features including: a scratch resistant display and magnesium hinge bracket; HP DuraKeys, featuring a clear coating applied over the notebook keyboard that protects the finish and the printed characters; HP 3D DriveGuard which sends a signal to protect the hard drive against sudden movement or shock. • A large 8.9-inch 1280 x 760 WXGA display, 92% of full-size user-friendly full keyboard (QWERTY), and touchpad. • Two battery solutions - 3-cell for lightest-weight configurations with up to two hours of battery life or 6-cell for up to four hours of battery life. An HP Mini-Note with 2GB memory, 120GB internal hard disk, 802.11a/b/g wirelessnetworking, integrated 10/100/1000 Ethernet and two USB 2.0 ports will cost £389(exc. VAT). This information is provided by RNS The company news service from the London Stock Exchange