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From:	 Joe Klemmer <klemmerj@webtrek.com>
To:	 lwn@lwn.net
Subject: [Fwd: [ps2linux-announce] Linux (for Playstation 2) pre-orders
	 [North America]]
Date:	 07 Mar 2002 08:32:10 -0500



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From: ps2linux-announce-admin@playstation2-linux.com
To: ps2linux-announce@playstation2-linux.com
Subject: [ps2linux-announce] Linux (for Playstation 2) pre-orders [North America]
Date: 06 Mar 2002 10:17:44 -0800

Dear PlayStation and Linux Enthusiast,

Now is the time to put yourself inside the next generation in computer 
entertainment! In response to your request for information on LINUX (FOR 
PLAYSTATION 2), we are excited to let you know that this accessory is now 
available for pre-order in the United States and Canada* exclusively at 
http://www.us.playstation.com/?refUrl=linux, with an expected shipping date 
of May 22, 2002.

http://www.us.playstation.com/product_detail/product_detail.jhtml?PRODID=337933&CATID=490&refUrl=linux

Combining the incredible technology of the PlayStation(R)2 computer 
entertainment system 
(http://www.us.playstation.com/product_detail/product_detail.jhtml?PRODID=1&CATID=401&refUrl=linux)
with the endlessly versatile Linux operating system (http://www.linux.org), 
Linux enthusiasts and programmers can now use the same system they play 
their favorite PlayStation games on to run thousands of Linux applications! 
The LINUX (FOR PLAYSTATION 2) accessory kit allows you to utilize the 
PlayStation 2 console as a fully-functional desktop computer. Download a 
wealth of Linux programs -- HTML editors, multimedia players, office 
solutions and more -- or program your own software to run in the 
PlayStation 2 Linux environment. 

Included with the LINUX (FOR PLAYSTATION 2) kit is the PlayStation 2 Linux 
software, an internal hard disc drive (40 GB), a 10/100 Base-T Ethernet 
Network Adaptor, and a USB mouse and keyboard. You will still need to 
purchase or supply a PlayStation 2 console, a 8MB memory card (for 
PlayStation 2) [preferably a new memory card -- once formatted for Linux 
use, your game data will be erased and you will not be able to save new 
game data] and a VGA monitor with sync-on-green capability [check your 
monitor's user manual to see if it meets this requirement].

While it's exciting to see tremendous interest in this new PlayStation 
venture, there are a few things for you to note before purchasing. LINUX 
(FOR PLAYSTATION 2) is a tool for Linux enthusiasts and programming 
hobbyists. Basic understanding of the Linux operating system is strongly 
suggested for installation and use. Also, be advised that this accessory 
will NOT enhance your PlayStation 2 games. The hard disc drive formatted 
for Linux cannot be used with HDD-compatible PlayStation 2 games, and the 
included Network Adaptor (Ethernet) does not include a modem, which the 
upcoming standard Network Adaptor will. Be sure to consider all of these 
factors before making your decision to purchase. 

For more information about LINUX (FOR PLAYSTATION 2), please visit the 
official PlayStation 2 Linux Community site FAQ at :

http://playstation2-linux.com/faq.php

Once you're ready to immerse yourself into the Linux world via the 
PlayStation 2 system, click in and pre-order exclusively from 
PlayStation.com. While supplies last.

==PRE-ORDER LINUX (FOR PLAYSTATION 2) NOW== at : 

http://www.us.playstation.com/product_detail/product_detail.jhtml?PRODID=337933&CATID=490&refUrl=linux

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PlayStation source, register today with PlayStation.com:

https://www.us.playstation.com/registration/registration_step1.jhtml

Please do not reply to this email. This is a promotional newsletter and we 
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For information on our privacy policy or additional assistance, please 
visit our Customer Service Page at 

http://www.us.playstation.com/customer_service/customer.jhtml 

* This message applies only to North American territories. PlayStation.com 
America can only ship to the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico, U.S. 
Virgin Islands and U.S. military bases around the world. For information 
on the release of LINUX (FOR PLAYSTATION 2) in other regions, please visit 
our PlayStation 2 Community website FAQ at :

http://playstation2-linux.com/faq.php#Availability__When_Where_and_how_much

The release date for this product may be subject to change at any time. 
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