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Verbatim® Unveils MediaShare™ Server, Home Network Storage Solution

Consumer Friendly Device Creates a Brand-New Multimedia Storage and Sharing Experience with Innovative Features and Most Straightforward User Interface Available

Verbatim – Booth #36523, South Hall 4 

Charlotte, NC – January 7, 2010 – Verbatim® Americas, LLC, the information storage pioneer and computer peripherals leader, introduces MediaShare™ Server, a home network storage solution designed to efficiently help consumers consolidate, preserve and share all their content on one dependable, high-performance device.  Whether seamlessly transferring documents directly onto the server or uploading vacation photos from a remote location, Verbatim’s MediaShare Server brings file storage and media sharing to the next level. MediaShare Server will be on display during CES at Booth #36523 in South Hall 4 of the Las Vegas Convention Center, January 7-10, 2010. 

Many homes today have more than one computer, creating the need for consumers to share or access their digital content from either the comfort of a living room or sitting in café or classroom.” said Ron Hanafin, Verbatim Product Manager.  “With a user interface and design that creates a more enjoyable experience, MediaShare Server is straightforward for anyone to set up and start saving their important data quickly and easily.  From here it only takes a couple of clicks to easily access files, listen to music, or share photos with friends and family.”

MediaShare Server stands apart from other consumer network storage products with both hardware and software features that meet users’ needs in several key areas:

• Anytime, Anywhere Access – Remotely access MediaShare Server to view photos, play music, download or upload files from any internet-connected computer.
• Content Sharing – Seamlessly upload and share photo albums directly to social networking sites such as Facebook and Flickr.  MediaShare Server also allows users to create albums and automatically email links to family and friends who can view or download photos directly over any internet enabled computer.
• Store and Save – Using the unique Easy Transfer button, consumers can upload content directly to the server from any portable hard drive, flash drive or single slot card reader connected to the front USB port.  MediaShare Server also supports Apple Time Machine® for Mac® users or Windows Backup allowing users to backup content located on a networked computer.
• Multimedia Streaming – Easily stream music on the server to iTunes® users on any computer, Mac® or Windows, connected to the home network. The MediaShare Server also can be used to display photos or play music on a flat screen TV through DLNA enabled devices such as Digital Media Players, Playstation® 3 or XBox360™.
• User Interface – The simplest and most user-friendly system available, providing a flawless experience in retrieving, storing and sharing files.
• Home Appeal - Stylish aluminum casing and high-end processor with a quiet, fanless design, ideal for home use.  The device also includes an eSata port, two USB ports and Gigabit Ethernet port.

Pricing and Availabililty

MediaShare Server 1TB is expected to be available through US retail and distribution channels in March 2010 with an SRP of $229.99 (U.S.). Additional features including remote access through web enabled smartphones such as iPhone® or Blackberry® are available through a premium subscription plan.

About Verbatim

Verbatim’s businesses in the Americas, Europe/Middle East/Africa and Asia Pacific regions are wholly owned subsidiaries of Tokyo-based Mitsubishi Kagaku Media Co., Ltd.  MKM’s parent company, Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation (MCC), is Japan's largest chemical company.  Verbatim develops and markets innovative, high-quality products for storing, moving and using digital content. Known for its leadership in the optical, magnetic and flash storage and related accessories markets, the company provides reliable, unique technologies and products that are highly sought after and broadly distributed worldwide.  For more information, contact Verbatim Americas, LLC, 1200 W.T. Harris Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28262, (800) 421-4188. In Europe, Verbatim Ltd., Prestige House, 23-26 High Street, Egham, Surrey, TW20 9DU, UK, (+44) 1784 439 781. In Japan, Mitsubishi Kagaku Media Co., Ltd., 4-1-23, Shiba, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-8415, Japan (+81) 3-5454-3972. Or visit the web site at www.verbatim.com and select the country of your location.

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