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Case 2:07 -cv-00475-MJP Document 131 Filed 02/27/2008 Page 1 of 158
EXHIBIT A
Redacted Pursuant to Microsoft's
Confidentiality Designations and the
Court's order granting in Part and
Denying in part Motion to Seal (Dkt.
No. 129), entered on February 26, 2008
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From: Rajesh Srinivasan
Sent: Wednesday, August 10, 2005 2:31 PM
To: Mark Croft
Subect: RE: Seeking input: Ready PC Timing and Logo
Good points below.
I've been discussing this further with Shanen, and turns out he didn't realize 915 was not LDDM capable, when he made the suggestion yesterday. Funny thing is that Best Buy told Will Poole that two tier program could work from Spring.
Here is where I stand now, after thinking further about this:
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From: Mark Croft
Sent: Wednesday, August 10, 2005 3:04 PM
To: Rajesh Srinivasan
Subject: RE: Seeking input: Ready PC Timing & Logo
Yes.
And -- what is the PM plan fro (sic) when Vista PR and consumer "awreness" (sic) will ramp up? This is a key factor in all this.
Is that CES?
We can't put burden for this on reluctant partners when we won't have driven the demand.
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From: Rajesh Srinivasan
Sent: Wednesday, August 10, 2005 3:13 PM
To: Mark Croft
Subect: RE: Seeking input: Ready PC Timing and Logo
Yes, that PR plan is not locked yet. But it looks like CES, Beta2 would be big events from PR pov.
This is more about not letting OEMs lock in their product plans fully on 915, then letting Intel game us.
Brad and Shanen now aggree that single tier, Vista Optimized in may/june is optimum. Hopefully with their support and OEM div support, we can convince MSlevert and then Will poole.
-Rajesh
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From: Mark Croft
Sent: Wednesday, August 10, 2005 4:17 PM
To: Rajesh Srinivasan
Subject: RE: Seeking input: Ready PC Timing & Logo
Cool.
Brad & Shanen will help a lot... ..
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Intel 915 chipset was not LDDM capable. Anyone here got one?
EXHIBIT A
Redacted Pursuant to Microsoft's
Confidentiality Designations and the
Court's order granting in Part and
Denying in part Motion to Seal (Dkt.
No. 129), entered on February 26, 2008
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From: Rajesh Srinivasan
Sent: Wednesday, August 10, 2005 2:31 PM
To: Mark Croft
Subect: RE: Seeking input: Ready PC Timing and Logo
Good points below.
I've been discussing this further with Shanen, and turns out he didn't realize 915 was not LDDM capable, when he made the suggestion yesterday. Funny thing is that Best Buy told Will Poole that two tier program could work from Spring.
Here is where I stand now, after thinking further about this:
cont. .........
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From: Mark Croft
Sent: Wednesday, August 10, 2005 3:04 PM
To: Rajesh Srinivasan
Subject: RE: Seeking input: Ready PC Timing & Logo
Yes.
And -- what is the PM plan fro (sic) when Vista PR and consumer "awreness" (sic) will ramp up? This is a key factor in all this.
Is that CES?
We can't put burden for this on reluctant partners when we won't have driven the demand.
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From: Rajesh Srinivasan
Sent: Wednesday, August 10, 2005 3:13 PM
To: Mark Croft
Subect: RE: Seeking input: Ready PC Timing and Logo
Yes, that PR plan is not locked yet. But it looks like CES, Beta2 would be big events from PR pov.
This is more about not letting OEMs lock in their product plans fully on 915, then letting Intel game us.
Brad and Shanen now aggree that single tier, Vista Optimized in may/june is optimum. Hopefully with their support and OEM div support, we can convince MSlevert and then Will poole.
-Rajesh
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From: Mark Croft
Sent: Wednesday, August 10, 2005 4:17 PM
To: Rajesh Srinivasan
Subject: RE: Seeking input: Ready PC Timing & Logo
Cool.
Brad & Shanen will help a lot... ..
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Intel 915 chipset was not LDDM capable. Anyone here got one?
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The conversation you shared seems to be discussing plans and strategies related to the release of PCs optimized for Vista and concerns about the Intel 915 chipset not being LDDM capable. Here's a summary of the key points from the conversation: 1. Shanen's Misunderstanding: Shanen initially didn't realize that the Intel 915 chipset was not LDDM capable when making a suggestion, despite Best Buy suggesting that a two-tier program could work from Spring. 2. PM Plan for Vista PR and Consumer Awareness: Mark Croft raised the importance of having a plan for when Vista PR and consumer awareness would increase. He mentioned that it was a key factor in their discussions and asked if CES (Consumer Electronics Show) was the event for this. 3. PR Plan and Product Plans for OEMs: Rajesh mentioned that the PR plan was not finalized but indicated that CES and Beta2 would be significant events from a public relations perspective. He also emphasized the need to avoid OEMs locking in their product plans entirely on the 915 chipset to prevent issues with Intel. 4. Optimal Strategy: Both Brad and Shanen agreed that a single-tier approach with Vista optimization in May/June would be the best strategy. They hoped to gain support from OEMs and Microsoft executives like MSlevert and Will Poole. 5. Collaboration: Mark mentioned that Brad and Shanen's support would be crucial in implementing these strategies effectively. The Intel 915 chipset being non-LDDM capable was a concern raised in the conversation, prompting the question if anyone had one. This information likely influenced their decision-making regarding product plans and partnerships. Let me know if you need further analysis or details on any specific aspect of this conversation!