American Power Conversion Unveils Casual Power Ready(TM) Notebook Cases Designed for the Mobile Professional


APC's New Cases Include Messenger, Saddle, Backpack and Roller Styles

WEST KINGSTON, R.I., Nov. 28 // -- American Power Conversion (NASDAQ:APCC) (APC), a world leader in power availability and protection solutions, today announced five additions to its Power Ready(TM) Notebook Case line. Designed for professionals on the go, these new models improve the organization and protection of critical electronic devices, such as notebooks, PDAs and cell phones. Features including dedicated device compartments, cable management and storage, as well as ample internal and external padding, make these cases an ideal option for mobile consumers.

"As professionals carry an increasing number of sensitive electronic devices to stay in communication, informed and entertained, they need to have quick and easy access to them while traveling," said Joe Loberti, APC's vice president of Home and Distributed Systems. "The new casual Power Ready Notebook Cases allow consumers to organize, power, and protect their critical devices in a stylish and durable design."

The additions to the Power Ready Notebook Case line include:
o Power Ready Notebook Messenger -- features a casual over the shoulder
design with a front panel pocket perfect for essentials like tickets or
sunglasses. Compartments specifically designed for mobile devices makes
accessing them easy. Currently available, the Power Ready Notebook
Messenger carries an estimated resale price of $39.99 (TC850N).
o Power Ready Notebook Saddle Bag -- offers the versatility of carrying
the case over the shoulder or as a backpack, including an upright design
for storing the users notebook. Currently available, the Power Ready
Notebook Saddle Bag carries an estimated resale price of $59.99
(TC1350N).
o Power Ready Slim Notebook Backpack -- includes a cable jack and storage
for headphones on the shoulder strap, giving users convenient access to
them while on the move without having to disconnect. Available December
2006, the Power Ready Slim Notebook Backpack carries an estimated resale
price of $49.99 (TC1450N).
o Power Ready Notebook Backpack -- is a larger case, featuring a separate
notebook compartment to offer dedicated security and protection.
Currently available, the Power Ready Notebook Backpack carries an
estimated resale price of $59.99 (TC1850N).
o Power Ready Notebook Roller -- offers an upright design to ensure ease
of use and movement when traveling, along with a lightweight locking
telescoping handle. The removable packing sleeve allows users to easily
store items such as a change of clothes for an overnight trip.
Currently available, the Power Ready Notebook Roller carries an estimate
resale price of $89.99 (TC1750NR).

All five cases feature specifically designed pockets to secure and protect a phone, PDA, MP3 player, and other equipment such as a power adapter or supplemental notebook battery. A cord port allows individuals to charge a notebook while it is secured in its padded compartment, and mesh pockets enable users to store excess charger cables out of the way. An easily accessible organizer panel helps keep important items at quick reach and utility pockets on the side offer quick and convenient access to a water bottle or umbrella. APC designed the cases in light weight and durable materials including 1682 Denier Nylon and Hypalon for strength and protection in wear-prone areas.

All of APC's award-winning mobility power solutions including the Universal Power Adapter, Universal Notebook Batteries and Mobile Power Pack can work in conjunction with the new Power Ready Notebook Cases. For more information about APC and its other innovative mobile solutions, please call 800-877-4080 or visit APC's Web site at http://www.apc.com/.

About American Power Conversion

Founded in 1981, American Power Conversion (NASDAQ:APCC) (APC) is a leading provider of global, end-to-end solutions for real-time infrastructure. APC's comprehensive products and services for home and corporate environments improve the availability, manageability and performance of sensitive electronic, network, communication and industrial equipment of all sizes. APC offers a wide variety of products for network-critical physical infrastructure including InfraStruXure(R), its revolutionary architecture for on-demand data centers, as well as physical threat management products through the company's NetBotz(R) division. These products and services help companies increase the availability and reliability of their IT systems. Headquartered in West Kingston, Rhode Island, APC reported sales of $2 billion for the year ended December 31, 2005, and is a Fortune 1000, Nasdaq 100 and S&P 500 Company. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

APC Contact
Elizabeth deCastro, APC media relations manager, 800-788-2208 ext. 2957,
edecastr@apc.com

Web site: http://www.apc.com/

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