Quantex Microsystems

Quantex Microsystems

Company type	Private
Industry	Computer hardware
Founded	1984
Defunct	2000
Headquarters	Somerset, New Jersey , United States
Key people	M. T. Chang (President and Co-Founder), Min Yau Chang, Stan Swearingen, Jr. (former president and CEO), Steven Markin (VP and General Counsel)
Products	Personal computers

Quantex Microsystems operated as a direct-PC manufacturer headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey, with its establishment dating back to 1984. While it did not achieve the sales figures of the largest PC vendors, its products were well-received by customers.

In August 2000, Quantex sought protection under Chapter 11 bankruptcy following the insolvency of its principal supplier, Fountain Technologies—also a supplier for Pionex, Inteva, and CyberMax brands—which had itself declared bankruptcy.

Products

Renowned for their robust construction, reliable technical assistance, and incorporation of reputable brand components at more competitive prices than many rivals, Quantex computers consistently received accolades from industry publications until the company ceased operations.

European operations

The European division of Quantex was located in Stevenage, UK. Despite the US parent company's bankruptcy, the UK branch continued functioning for several months. In 2001, Quantex Computers UK Ltd. commenced advertising from the same premises but disclaimed any association with the original enterprise.

Company leaders

• M. T. Chang – President and Co-Founder Min Yau Chang
• Stan Swearingen, Jr. – former president and CEO
• Steven Markin – VP and General Counsel

External links

• Quantex W-1500 notebook computer – among the final products launched prior to bankruptcy