Top Ten Videos of 2009 on Avnet OnDemand

Avnet, Inc. (NYSE:AVT), a leading global technology distributor, has announced the Top Ten Videos of 2009 on Avnet’s Web-based video network, Avnet OnDemand.

Avnet OnDemand, the first video portal for the technology distribution industry, features a broad range of videos from Avnet and technology manufacturers. Avnet OnDemand showcases videos featuring new products, hot trends, services and technical tutorials – all in one place – making it easy for viewers to access a broad range of information. More than 300 videos have been posted to the site since its inception in March of 2009. Avnet has announced the top 10 most popular videos of last year based on user traffic.

Top Ten Videos in 2009:

1. Digital Video Surveillance Kit/Analog Devices

2. Xilinx Spartan- 3A Evaluation Kit

3. Behind the Wheel –Actel Igloo

4. Meeting the Power Requirements for Xilinx Spartans®-6 and Virtex®-6 Families

5. Avnet TS – Avnet SolutionsPath™ Primer

6. TI Fusion GUI Demonstration

7. Challenges and Chances of the Energy-Using Products Directive (EUP)

8. Analog Devices BF518F FMC Development Kit

9. Continua Health Alliance Certified USB Demo

10. Lattice ECP3 Tri-Rate SMPTE Demo

"Avnet was the first to introduce an educational video portal in the technology distribution industry and it has been a big success,” said Al Maag, chief communications officer. "Avnet OnDemand saw more growth than we anticipated, and we will continue to continue to develop it going forward. It’s truly a win-win situation when we can offer the tools to accelerate success for the viewers and content providers. Avnet OnDemand is where our customers and business partners will want to come for practical information that will help them get to market faster.”

Avnet OnDemand offers suppliers and customers a simple solution to reach a large audience of engineers, buyers, resellers and employees. Videos on the Avnet OnDemand site can be viewed from a desktop, laptop or smartphone. The site also offers streamlined navigation and a robust search capability so viewers can find information quickly based on supplier, technology or topics, such as healthcare or virtualization. There are also direct links to online buying to purchase featured products.

For more information or to check out the latest videos on Avnet OnDemand go to: www.AvnetOnDemand.com.

About Avnet

Avnet, Inc. (NYSE:AVT), a Fortune 500 company, is one of the largest distributors of electronic components, computer products and embedded technology serving customers in more than 70 countries worldwide. Avnet accelerates its partners' success by connecting the world's leading technology suppliers with a broad base of more than 100,000 customers and by providing cost-effective, value-added services and solutions. For the fiscal year ended June 27, 2009, Avnet generated revenue of $16.23 billion. For more information, visit www.avnet.com.