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Microsoft & Channel Velocity to Auction a Halo 3 Super Bundle Including a Xbox 360 Personally Signed by Bill Gates via eBay

CHICAGO, IL September 25, 2007 – Microsoft has created a Halo 3 Super Bundle, autographed by Chairman and CEO Bill Gates, to be auctioned by Chicago-based Channel Velocity on eBay to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs. With the launch of the most highly anticipated new video game release in history now underway, Halo 3 is spurring enormous amounts of excitement amongst gamers everywhere. J Allard, the genius behind Xbox and Zune, has also donated his signature to a Special Edition Halo 3 Zune MP3 player.

“The Halo 3 video game launch is getting so much attention, we felt it was a great opportunity to share the success of this game with the community” said Christian Johanneson, Sales Director, Microsoft Corporation. “Supporting the Boys & Girls Club has been one of the most rewarding experiences in my life, what a better way to help.” Microsoft has become known for its charitable contributions over the years. Most notably, the company has made a significant investment to create Club Tech which provides technology access and skills to 5 million young people across the country. “We are so pleased that Microsoft has chosen us to be the beneficiary of this auction” said Daniel Johnson, President and CEO Boys & Girls Clubs, King County, WA. “Microsoft has always been a great partner in this community.” Channel Velocity is also doing its part by handling all the operational aspects of the auction. “We are more than happy to provide auction management services for such a worthwhile cause and notable company. I hope other people will follow Microsoft’s lead” said Wes Shepherd, CEO of Channel Velocity.

The Halo 3 video game is expected to be the highest selling video game of all time. The Halo 3 Super Bundle is a one of a kind kit and includes: Halo 3 Special Edition Xbox 360 Console (signed by Gates), Special Edition Wireless Controller, Wired Headset, Special Edition Gamer Pics and Theme (Exclusive download), Component HD AV Cable, Ethernet Cable, Play & Charge Kit, Xbox LIVE Silver Membership, One-month Xbox LIVE Gold Membership. The bundle also includes a Special Edition Halo 3 branded Zune signed by J Allard along with two versions of the Halo 3 game itself and a rare accessory package not available in stores. Halo 3 was developed by Bungie Studios exclusively for the Microsoft Xbox 360 and produced by Microsoft Game Studios. This game ends the story arc, begun in Halo: Combat Evolved and continued with Halo 2. Halo 3 was released at midnight on September 25, 2007.

About Microsoft Corporation
Microsoft Corporation (Nasdaq: MSFT) provides software products for computing devices worldwide. Its client segment engages in technical architecture, engineering, and product delivery of Windows product family and an Entertainment and Devices Division that produces Zbox and Zune. Microsoft Unlimited Potential is the company’s commitment to help broaden technology access and skills for the more than 5 billion people who do not today benefit from technology. The company’s community investments of cash and software support nonprofit organizations and community technology centers in providing the technology they need to realize their potential. Information on Club Tech is at http://www.microsoft.com/clubtech and Microsoft Unlimited Potential is at http://www.microsoft.com/unlimitedpotential

About the Boys & Girls Clubs of King County
The Boys and Girls Clubs of King County’s (www.positiveplace.org) mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need it most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens. With 14 full-service Clubs, and 28 before- and after-school program sites, the organization is one of the largest of its kind in the nation, serving nearly 18,000 members annually. Program areas offered to youth include character & leadership development, education & career development, health & life skills, the arts, and sports/recreation.

About Channel Velocity
Channel Velocity (www.channelvelocity.com) provides comprehensive online marketplace management solutions to enterprise customers such as Microsoft, Canon and Philips who need comprehensive marketplace management. Channel Velocity leads this growing industry through superior software, services and systems for brand name manufacturers, retailers and distributors.

About the Auction
The auction will run for 10 days, ending on October 4th 2007 at 4pm PST. The winner will receive the entire Halo 3 Super Bundle. To view auction and become pre-qualified to bid visit:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=220153729983

For further information email us at press@channelvelocity.com