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Fujitsu Initiates Legal Action Against Nanya Technology Corporation Japan; Alleges Infringement of DRAM PatentTokyo, August 22, 2005 — Fujitsu Limited today announced that it has asserted patent infringement claims against Nanya Technology Corporation Japan, which is a subsidiary of Nanya Technology Corp. ("Nanya"), in Tokyo District Court. Fujitsu seeks a court order against future importation and sales of infringing DRAM products, and compensation for past infringement. In its complaint, Fujitsu alleges that DRAMs manufactured by Nanya infringe certain Fujitsu DRAM patent claims. The complaint follows a period of attempts by Fujitsu to engage in negotiations with Nanya aimed at reaching a licensing agreement. Believing further negotiations would not be productive, Fujitsu determined that litigation was necessary in order to protect the value of its intellectual property in the DRAM area. Masanobu Katoh, Corporate Vice President and President of the Law & Intellectual Property Unit of Fujitsu Limited explained, "Fujitsu has been conducting research and development of semiconductors for years and owns over ten thousand patents around the world in the field of electronics devices, including semiconductor memories. We consider our intellectual properties as important company assets and believe it is our right to pursue their protection under international rules." About Fujitsu Fujitsu is a leading provider of customer-focused IT and communications solutions for the global marketplace. Pace-setting device technologies, highly reliable computing and communications products, and a worldwide corps of systems and services experts uniquely position Fujitsu to deliver comprehensive solutions that open up infinite possibilities for its customers' success. Headquartered in Tokyo, Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 4.7 trillion yen (US$44.5 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2005. For more information, please see: www.fujitsu.com
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