ATTO Technology Debuts UL3S SCSI Host Adapter with Vpath Technology at MacWorld Expo 2000.High Tech & Business Editors MACWORLD Expo NY 2000 NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 19, 2000 ATTO's New Vpath Technology Enables Connection of a Variety Of Devices to Single Host Adapter Also called a "controller" or "host bus adapter," it is a device that connects one or more peripheral units to a computer. It is typically an expansion card that plugs into the bus. IDE and SCSI are examples of peripheral interfaces that call their controllers host adapters. See host. While Maintaining Ultra3 Throughput ATTO Technology, Inc., a worldwide manufacturer of SCSI SCSI in full Small Computer System Interface Once common standard for connecting peripheral devices (disks, modems, printers, etc.) to small and medium-sized computers. SCSI has given way to faster standards, such as Firewire and USB. and Fibre Channel storage connectivity solutions, announced today the debut of the ATTO Quintillionth (10 to the -18th power). See space/time. ExpressPCI UL3S Ultra3 SCSI single channel host bus adapter See host adapter. at MacWorld Expo 2000, July 19 - 21 in New York New York, state, United States New York, Middle Atlantic state of the United States. It is bordered by Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and the Atlantic Ocean (E), New Jersey and Pennsylvania (S), Lakes Erie and Ontario and the Canadian province of , NY. Aimed at digital imaging, graphics and multimedia sectors, the multiple platform UL3S delivers new levels of flexibility by allowing users to attach Ultra3 drives externally and slower legacy devices internally, or vice versa VICE VERSA. On the contrary; on opposite sides. , without sacrificing performance of high-speed devices to run slower legacy equipment. This feature is made possible with ATTO's new proprietary Vpath(TM) Technology, which allows the user to take advantage of "variable paths" to achieve maximized performance levels in a variety of configurations. "We are excited to debut ATTO's latest innovation at MacWorld, a preeminent forum for products aimed at the data-intensive content creation environment," says ATTO President and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. Timothy Klein. "The ATTO ExpressPCI UL3S Ultra3 host adapter is a unique product that will provide users with maximum levels of performance and adaptability, at an attractive price point. With the introduction of Vpath Technology, users will expand system configuration possibilities by being able to attach devices either internally or externally while reaping the benefits of high performance Ultra3 SCSI data transfer levels required for demanding environments." In content creation arenas, users will often require the speed of Ultra3, but must also attach a variety of peripheral devices, like scanners, and Jaz and Zip drives, which will often slow the performance rates of conventional host bus adapters. Prior to the introduction of Vpath Technology, users would often have to either integrate two separate host adapters for fast and slow devices, or a more expensive dual channel card. With the UL3S, users may now connect these devices, either internally or externally, without regard to slowing the speed of the overall workstation or system. Vpath(TM) Technology The ATTO ExpressPCI UL3S single channel host adapter is an ideal connectivity solution for data intensive content creation applications, like imaging and digital video, that require 160 MB/sec. Ultra3 SCSI throughput. ATTO's Vpath Technology further optimizes the device configurations available to users by allowing the connection of peripherals either internally or externally. Combined with a suggested retail price of $349, and data transfer throughput rates significantly faster than comparable host adapters, the UL3S becomes an attractive investment to add value and performance to existing computer systems. UL3S Features: -- Data transfer rates up to 160 MB/sec. -- Double Transition Clocking -- Cyclical Redundancy Checks -- Domain Validation -- ADS(TM)Technology -- Support for up to 15 SCSI bus IDs -- Low Voltage Differential (hardware) Low Voltage Differential - (LVD) A method of driving SCSI cables that will be formalised in the SCSI-3 specifications. LVD uses less power than the current differential drive (HVD), is less expensive and will allow the higher speeds of Ultra-2 SCSI. LVD requires 3. -- Compatible with SCSI-1, SCSI-2, SCSI-3, Ultra SCSI, Ultra2 SCSI and Ultra 160/m devices -- 66/33 MHz (MegaHertZ) One million cycles per second. It is used to measure the transmission speed of electronic devices, including channels, buses and the computer's internal clock. A one-megahertz clock (1 MHz) means some number of bits (16, 32, 64, etc. compatible -- 64/32-bit interface -- Cabling Distances of up to 12 meters with a full device load -- Support for tagged command queuing TCQ redirects here; it is also the IATA code for the Crnl. FAP Carlos Ciriani Santa Rosa International Airport in Tacna, Peru. Tagged Command Queuing (TCQ) is a technology built into certain ATA and SCSI hard drives. -- Multiple initiator support -- Support for disconnect/reconnect -- Support for multiple block sizes -- Bus mastering capability About ATTO Technology, Inc. ATTO Technology, Inc. is a global leader in Fibre Channel and SCSI storage connectivity solutions for Content Creation and Enterprise environments. Since its founding in 1988, ATTO has been designing, manufacturing and marketing award-winning solutions specifically for data-intensive applications. ATTO distributes its products worldwide through original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), distributors, VARs and system integrators. Contact ATTO Technology, Inc. at: 155 CrossPoint Parkway, Amherst, New York Amherst is a town in Erie County, New York, U.S., directly northeast of the City of Buffalo. As of the 2000 census, the town had a total population of 116,510. This represents an increase from the 1990 census figure of 111,711. 14068; Phone: (716) 691-1999; Fax: (716) 691-9353; Website: www.attotech.com |
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