ADIC and Access Graphics to offer high performance automated tape storage line to UNIX reseller channel.REDMOND, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 16, 1996--ADIC, a division of Interpoint Corp. (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on :INTP INTP Introverted Intuitive Thinking Perceiving (Myers-Briggs personality type indicator) ), and Access Graphics, the only Worldwide Channel Integrator(tm), announced today that they have signed an agreement to offer ADIC's complete line of high performance automated tape libraries and standalone subsystems to the Access network of Value-Added Resellers. "We are pleased to be able to offer the ADIC product line," said Chris Ilg, Access Networking and Mass Storage Group Manager. "ADIC has proven itself an industry leader in drive-independent robotic tape storage systems, offering both a wide range of technology choices and extremely rapid integration of new technology into proven platforms. We believe this combination will provide a key advantage to Access customers who are handling critical data in fast growing networks." Products in the offering include ADIC's family of DLT (Digital Linear Tape) A magnetic tape technology originally developed by Digital for its VAX line. The technology was later sold to Quantum, which makes it available to other manufacturers. DLT uses half-inch, single-hub cartridges similar to IBM's 3480/3490/3590 line. tape storage products, including the multiple-drive, mid-range Scalar DLT libraries, the 7-cartridge VLS VLS Virtual Library System VLS Vertical Launch System VLS Virtual Learning Space VLS Vapor-Liquid-Solid VLS Vinyl Single VLS Vélos en Libre Service (French: free bicycling service) VLS Very Long Shot DLT tape libraries, and single-drive subsystems. Also available will be ADIC's line of 4mm (DAT (1) (Dynamic Address Translator) A hardware circuit that converts a virtual memory address into a real address. See also DAT file. (2) (Digital Audio Tape) A magnetic tape technology used for backing up data. ) and 8mm desk-top tape storage products, including single- and dual-drive compact libraries and stand-alone subsystems. ADIC tape libraries feature fifth-generation robotic systems with self-calibrating closed loop logic, minimum moving parts Moving parts are the components of a device that undergo continuous or frequent motion, most commonly rotation. "Parts" only include the mechanical components which does not include fuel, or any other gas or liquid. for long term reliability, and direct operator monitoring of and access to drives for simplified diagnostics. "Access represents much more than a strong channel partner with a significant UNIX UNIX Operating system for digital computers, developed by Ken Thompson of Bell Laboratories in 1969. It was initially designed for a single user (the name was a pun on the earlier operating system Multics). focus," according to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. William Britts, ADIC Sales and Marketing VP. "The technical expertise of its sales and support personnel and their familiarity with the network environment provide the kind of support structure that can help the Access resellers bring a total backup and storage solution to their customers. This will be a strong partnership." Based in Boulder, Colo., Access Graphics is the worldwide leader in the channel sales and support of UNIX based distributed computing solutions. As the only Worldwide Channel Integrator, Access unifies the process of taking products to market through the reseller channel, resulting in accelerated growth of channel sales and increased profitability for all parties. The company has sales offices throughout the U.S., Canada, Latin America and Europe. Press announcements and other information about Access are available on the Internet via the World Wide Web at the location http://www.access.com. Access Graphics is a subsidiary of Lockheed Martin Corp., a $30 billion highly diversified, advanced technology company, headquartered in Bethesda, Md. ADIC is the largest division of Interpoint Corp. (NASDAQ:INTP) with headquarters in Redmond and combined 1995 revenues of $71 million. ADIC has been providing storage solutions since its founding in 1983. It is the leading drive-independent supplier of automated tape storage libraries for client-server networks with over 14,000 units in the field. ADIC products are available with 4mm (DAT), 8mm, and DLT drive technology, and are supported by every leading supplier of backup and HSM (1) (Hierarchical Storage Management) The automatic movement of files from hard disk to slower, less-expensive storage media. The typical hierarchy is from magnetic disk to optical disc to tape. software products in all leading operating systems. ADIC can be reached at 800/336-1233 or via the Internet at http://www.adic.com. CONTACT: ADIC Stephen Whitner, 206/881-8004, ext. 435 Kari Matheny, 206/881-8004, ext. 432 |
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