Copies discs in all DVD formats and all popular CD-R formats.

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GARDEN GROVE, CA – August 10, 2004 – Kano Technologies has introduced its DISCEDGE 16X DVD+/-RW/R duplicators -- the first duplicators that include 4x double-layer DVD+ disc-copy capability. DISCEDGE duplicators are the most versatile systems available for copying discs in all DVD formats and all popular CD-R formats: they allow users to use one system to record all media at very productive speeds. They are the first duplicators that provide bit-by-bit copies to multiple DVD+R and DVD-R at 16x, the industries fastest speed -- and to new double-layer DVD+R media at 4x and CD-R media at 32x speeds. Available in configurations of one, four, seven, and nine high-performance drives, DISCEDGE includes an internal 80GB hard drive that stores up to 14 master DVD disc images, 6 double-layer DVD+R or 88 master CD images.

DISCEDGE systems without double-layer media support are available now from Kano Technologies (www.kanotechnologies.com) and their network of authorized dealers and distributors. On September 1, a simple downloadable upgrade that allows double-layer support will be available at www.kanotechnologies.com. DISCEDGE systems purchased after September 1 will include double-layer media support.

“With the recent emergence of double-layer drive technology, professionals are beginning to look for high-capacity, double-layer duplication systems,” said Robert Young, Kano’s national sales manager. “The DISCEDGE 16x gives professionals a much more efficient way to copy discs in individual double-layer drives. And, the DISCEDGE family of products gives Kano the broadest line of CD and DVD duplicator systems in the industry.”

DISCEDGE 16X duplicators feature Pioneer model DVR 108 DVD+/-RW/R multi-format drives and custom-designed, industrial enclosures created just for Kano’s ATLAS and DISCEDGE 16x systems. The exclusive design minimizes vibrations and dust infiltration. Each chassis has high-volume, low-noise fan ventilation engineered to maintain optimum operating temperature for maximum drive life and dependability. All enclosures are CE-certified and UL-approved.

Pricing for the DISCEDGE 16x family starts at $525.00. For a complete list of dealers and distributors, visit www.kanotechnologies.com or call toll-free 866-500-KANO.

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ABOUT KANO TECHNOLOGIES

California-based Kano Technologies is a leading enterprise storage-solution company. It develops, sells and supports leading-edge optical-storage solutions that take full advantage of the performance, capacity and compatibility of the DVD+/- and PDD formats. Kano offers the XFiniti line of DVD libraries, and a broad line of CD and DVD duplicator and network publishing systems including the Atlas CD-R and K8xtreme DVD+/-R publishers. Recently, Kano entered the desktop RAID market with its SureVAULT USB2/1394B Desktop RAID storage solution for Macs and PCs. All Kano products are manufactured in an ISO 9001:2000 facility.

Kano Technologies Corporation
11522 Markon Dr., Garden Grove, CA 92841
714-379-5520
Fax: 714-379-4541
www.kanotechnologies.com

MEDIA CONTACTS:

Richard Young, Kano Technologies, ryoung@kanotechnologies.com, 714-379-5520

Darryl Lloyd, Darryl Lloyd, Inc., Darryl.Lloyd@DLloyd.com, 805-499-0562

Media Note: Kano Recording Systems are not intended for copying of commercially available CDs, DVD movies or other copyright-protected materials. The only intended use is for creation and storage of original material. Unauthorized copying of copyrighted materials may be subject to claims for damages and penalties