Macs Pre-loaded with Parallels Desktop for Mac and Windows XP Professional Now Available

Macs Pre-loaded with Parallels Desktop for Mac and Windows XP Professional Now Available

Parallels Inc., makers of Parallels Desktop for Mac, the award-winning desktop virtualization software that enables users to run Windows and Mac OS X side-by-side on their Intel-powered Macs without rebooting, announced today that it is making it even easier for consumers and businesses to run Windows on their Macs via new direct and channel offerings that bring together Parallels Desktop for Mac, Windows XP Professional, and cutting-edge Apple hardware in ready-to-use packages.

For the first time ever, Parallels’ exclusive US distributor Tech Data Corporation is making a selection of 13 pre-configured packages that include an Apple Mac Mini, iMac, MacBook, MacBook Pro or Mac Pro, pre-loaded with Parallels Desktop for Mac, with Windows XP Pro pre-installed in a Parallels virtual machine. No reseller or end-user configuration or software or OS installation is necessary; pre-configured machines are ready to run Windows XP in Parallels Desktop right out of the box.

Tech Data will configure these systems from its state-of-the-art integration facilities. From basic desktops to complex multi-server rack systems, resellers can leverage Tech Data to efficiently preload and configure one or hundreds of systems with software applications to meet specific customer needs. Tech Data supports Apple and Parallels resellers through its AppleAdvantage Specialized Business Unit (SBU). Offering dedicated sales, technical and product management resources, the AppleAdvantage SBU provides specialized expertise resellers can leverage to more profitably develop, sell and support Apple-based solutions. All members of the AppleAdvantage SBU inside and field sales teams are recognized Apple Product Professionals, the most comprehensive Apple certification available.

“TechData has greatly simplified the selling process for resellers working with clients who want to experience the best of the Windows and OS X worlds by preloading Parallels Desktop and Windows on Macs,” said Bill Portin, Vice President of Sales and Operations, Parallels. “These solutions not only show Parallels’ continued channel momentum, but also demonstrates Tech Data’s expertise in providing resellers with solutions that drive sales by effectively meeting customer needs.”

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