Micrel has been acquired by Microchip Technology Inc., a leading provider of mixed-signal, analog and Flash-IP solutions that offers low-risk product development, lower total system cost and faster time to market for thousands of diverse customer applications worldwide. Micrel, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of IC solutions for the worldwide high-performance linear and power, LAN and timing and communications markets. The CompanyÍs products include advanced mixed-signal, analog and power semiconductors, as well as high-performance communication, clock management, Ethernet switch and physical layer transceiver ICs. Company customers include leading manufacturers of enterprise, consumer, industrial, mobile, telecommunications, automotive, and computer products. Corporation headquarters and state-of-the-art wafer fabrication facilities are located in San Jose, CA, with regional sales and support offices and advanced technology design centers situated throughout the Americas, Europe and Asia. In addition, the Company maintains an extensive network of distributors and reps worldwide. During this time of transition, please visit www.micrel.com or www.microchip.com for additional product and contact information.