ADAPTEC PROVIDES THE FIRST ALL-IN-ONE COMPLETE SCSI SOFTWARE SOLUTION FOR
WINDOWS 95

The New Adaptec EZ-SCSI 4.0 Software Provides 32-bit Applications and Tools
For Ultimate Control, Productivity and Ease of Use with SCSI Peripherals

Milpitas, Calif, - August 22, 1995 - Adaptec (NASDAQ:ADPT), an industry
leader in input/output (I/O) technology, today announced significant
additions to its popular Adaptec EZ-SCSI software. Version 4.0 provides a
suite of 32-bit applications and tools which can be used with an Advanced
SCSI Programming Interface- (ASPI) compliant host adapter to support
virtually all major SCSI peripherals. These applications and tools
include: SCSI Tape Backup, CD-R mastering and duplication software, Photo
CD Viewer and CD Players, and SCSI Explorer, a collection of SCSI system
management tools.

Today, most users need to connect to one or more peripherals, including
disk drives, tape drives, CD-ROM drives, scanners, and removable disk
devices. As more users move to powerful multitasking operating systems,
these peripherals will continue to gain popularity on the desktop. But for
true ease of use, the applications and tools that enable these peripherals
must offer simple connectivity. Also, many 32-bit multitasking operating
systems such as Windows 95 and Windows NT require 32-bit applications to
maximize their performance capabilities. Adaptec EZ-SCSI 4.0 software is
designed to address these requirements.

"If users truly want to take advantage of Windows 95, multitasking and Plug
and Play, they'll need an effective and easy way to manage their SCSI
peripherals," said S. Sundaresh, vice president and general manager of the
Personal I/O business unit at Adaptec."Adaptec EZ-SCSI 4.0 software is the
easiest solution."

APPLICATIONS:

SCSI Tape Backup -- The SCSI Tape Backup application supports a broad list
of devices and backs up volumes, directories and individual files to
prevent loss of data. It also includes restore capabilities. In tune with
the needs of Windows 95 users, there is support for long file names.

CD Writer and Copier -- The CD Writer and Copier enables CD-R mastering
from the desktop and the ability to backup the entire contents of one CD
to a second CD.

Photo CD Viewer and CD Player -- The Photo CD Viewer application allows
stored photographic images to be viewed on a PC or edited and exported as
data files for multimedia applications (Adaptec has included over 80 color
photos for immediate use). The CD Player allows users to easily play Audio
CDs on their PCs using controls that work like a home stereo system.
Adaptec EZ-SCSI 4.0 software provides four different CD Player versions
for maximum flexibility. These versions include: jukebox, standard, mini,
and micro.

SCSI EXPLORER TOOLS:

SCSI Interrogator and Read and Write Cache -- The SCSI Interrogator tool
displays detailed hardware characteristics for each device connected to
the SCSI bus for easy detection of device status and diagnosis. The Read
and Write Cache tool allows users to control key drive performance
parameters to optimize system performance.

Power Management -- This tool automatically powers down drives that are not
in use for a quieter, more energy efficient system.

OTHER APPLICATIONS & TOOLS:

QuickScan -- QuickScan allows photos or images to be scanned and printed
for immediate viewing or to be saved in one of several file formats.

SCSIBench and Drive Light -- To enhance or tune system performance,
SCSIBench allows users to measure how their SCSI subsystems are performing
under various system conditions. The drive light tool displays a visual
graphic on the computer desktop to indicate disk activity.

SCSITutor -- SCSITutor provides users with information and diagrams on SCSI
in easy-to-understand terms.

PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

Adaptec EZ-SCSI 4.0 software will be available to users through
distribution and directly through Adaptec for under $100 in October 1995.
Special upgrade pricing will be available for current Adaptec EZ-SCSI
users.

Adaptec, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADPT) designs, manufactures and markets IOware
solutions to eliminate performance bottlenecks between microcomputers,
networks, and peripherals. Solutions range from simple connectivity
products for single-user and small-office desktops, to intelligent
subsystem, high-performance SCSI, RAID and ATM products for
enterprise-wide computing and networked environments.Adaptec I/O solutions
are incorporated into the products of virtually all the major computer and
peripheral manufacturers around the world.

Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Milpitas, Calif., Adaptec is a
recognized market leader in high-performance I/O technology.Adaptec
currently employs approximately 1,800 people, and with its global
distribution network, serves customers worldwide.Adaptec's World Wide Web
home page address is http://www.adaptec.com.
 
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