AMAX Announces VMware Certified Virtualization Servers
Providing Improved IT Efficiency & Lower TCO to IT Infrastructures

Fremont, CA –March 26, 2008 – AMAX, the # 1 server and storage leader in the system builder channel in North America, and one of the 500 largest solution providers in North America, has unveiled its first series of rack-optimized VMWare Certified Virtualization Servers, the ServMax Virtualization Servers. These systems are listed on VMware's Systems Compatibility Guide For ESX Server 3.5 and ESX Server 3i.

AMAX’s ServMax series of rack-optimized Virtualization Servers are high performance, high efficiency, and high I/O servers. They have undergone a series of stringent tests conducted by a VMware approved testing facility. The servers fully utilize VMware’s complete suite of server virtualization capabilities, and are configured for maximized virtualization performance, higher server utilization, high scalability, increased security, minimized system downtime, maximum storage, full redundancy, high failover capabilities, continuous data protection, rapid data recovery, and low overall total cost of ownership.

“IT organizations are seeking a simple, energy-efficient, and more flexible IT environment while maximizing their resource utilization and reducing their total cost of ownership," said Jean Shih, President of AMAX. “ServMax Virtualization Servers enable data centers to reduce operating expenses by consolidating their IT infrastructure and server environment. They also deliver optimized memory and storage capacity utilization, improved manageability, data center reliability and capacity, improved disaster recovery, enhanced overall virtual infrastructure, improved functionality, and exceptional value to our customers.”

Moreover, AMAX’s ServMax Virtualization Servers also feature high-energy efficient power supplies to deliver significant energy cost savings. When combined with VMware ESX Server 3, AMAX’s ServMax Virtualization Servers help enterprises reduce IT space requirements, which simplifies maintenance and management, making them an attractive option for a wide range of enterprises.

About VMware
VMware (NYSE: VMW) is the global leader in virtualization solutions from the desktop to the datacenter. Customers of all sizes rely on VMware to reduce capital and operating expenses, ensure business continuity, strengthen security, and go green. With 2007 revenue of $1.3 billion, more than 100,000 customers and more than 10,000 partners, VMware is one of the fastest growing public software companies. VMware is headquartered in Palo Alto, Calif., and on the web at www.vmware.com.

About AMAX
Founded in 1979 in Silicon Valley, AMAX is the leader in Custom Servers and Storage solutions in North America, and is comprised of three key divisions that deliver customized solutions to a wide array of industries. AMAX's Contract Manufacturing Division provides comprehensive custom manufacturing and logistics services to OEM customers. AMAX's Corporate Solutions Division leads the custom server and storage manufacturing industries in North America, with products ranging from high-performance computing clusters, enterprise servers, and blades to graphic workstations. Finally, AMAX's Distribution Division furnishes resellers with quality component pricing, streamlined inventory, and unequaled service as a leading national IT distributor. AMAX has expanded its products, services, and offices globally. Our manufacturing facilities hold ISO 9001 certification to ensure the highest quality. For more information on AMAX’s new products and solutions, visit www.amax.com.