D-Link Gives Windows 7 thumbs up for Digital Network Compatibility

Extensive D-Link Testing Indicates Microsoft's New Operating System Offers Promise of Easier User Experience, Less Support Calls and Product Returns

Malaysia, 4th May 2009 – D-Link, the end-to-end computer networking solutions provider for consumer and business, today welcomed the improvements to network compatibility with the much anticipated release of Windows 7, Microsoft's newest operating system for PCs.

As one of Microsoft Corp.'s Tier One Partners in the launch of Windows 7, D-Link was able to conduct extensive early testing of the program to ensure that all of its products can be installed and operate with maximum functionality in a Windows 7-based PC-networked environment.

"One of the most important innovations that we're seeing in Windows 7 is the ability for our network devices to be recognized and installed automatically," said Mr Tony Tsao, CEO & President, D-Link International Pte Ltd.

"Connectivity is key," he said. "Windows 7 provides us with a platform and resources to ensure that D-Link products are easy to use out of the box. This will completely change the way users relate to their D-Link networking products and make it easier for them to realize the full potential of their investment. And it also will reduce technical support calls and product returns."

Mr Tsao added that "D-Link and Microsoft have a shared vision of anywhere, anytime access to the user's digital world. With our networking devices and Windows 7, this vision can be realised."