Compaq and US Marshals recently seized a large number of
counterfeit Compaq computer components from the premises of a
computer parts wholesaler called Hardware 4 Less. Compaq had
learned that Hardware 4 Less supplied counterfeit computer memory
products to other wholesalers who were seeking to fulfil customer
orders.
Compaq obtained a search and seizure order from the US District
Court in New Hampshire. During the seizure, large quantities of
counterfeit memory boards and hard drives were seized, as well as
counterfeit Compaq labels, packing materials, warranty booklets,
and software licenses.
Compaq said it will seek damages of several million dollars from
Hardware 4 Less as a penalty for illegally manufacturing and
distributing counterfeit Compaq products. All seized goods are now
in the possession of the Federal Court in New Hampshire, where
proceedings against Hardware 4 Less will continue.
