Adaptec Introduces PCI-to-UltraSCSI Single-chip Solution; The AIC-7860 Offers Low-Cost UltraSCSI Performance and Functionality.MILPITAS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 27, 1996--Adaptec, Inc. today introduced its first PCI-to-8-bit UltraSCSI controller chip targeted at low-end servers, desktops, docking stations and laptops. The AIC-7860's unique feature set includes a 32-bit PCI Bus Master host interface connected to an 8-bit UltraSCSI protocol controller (UltraSCSI provides the fastest data transfer rates available today). Also integrated into the 128-pin package is the high-performance Adaptec PhaseEngine RISC processor which reduces CPU CPU in full central processing unit Principal component of a digital computer, composed of a control unit, an instruction-decoding unit, and an arithmetic-logic unit. utilization and a large 128-byte FIFO (First In First Out) A storage method that retrieves the item stored for the longest time. Contrast with LIFO. See traffic engineering methods. FIFO - first-in first-out which reduces system latencies. The AIC-7860 meets all Plug and Play requirements including 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. Configured AutoMatically (SCAM) support. The AIC-7860 device operates at either 3.3V or 5.0V and the on-chip Advanced Power Management (APM (Advanced Power Management) A programming interface (API) from Intel and Microsoft for battery-powered computers that lets programs communicate power requirements to slow down and speed up components. See ACPI. APM - Advanced Power Management ) functions dramatically decrease power consumption with power down features for complete versatility when designing high-performance, low-power systems. According to Marc Lowe, general manager of Adaptec's Desktop Products Group, "Adaptec continues to be the leader in SCSI technology by providing products that offer OEMs, and ultimately end users, with unmatched compatibility. The AIC-7860 leverages this SCSI expertise by offering the latest in SCSI performance -- UltraSCSI. The AIC-7860 with UltraSCSI provides data transfer rates of up to 20 Megabytes per second (unit) megabytes per second - (MBps, MB/s) Millions of bytes per second. A unit of data rate. 1 MB/s = 1,000,000 bytes per second (not 1,048,576). . "It complements the existing line of UltraSCSI products which includes the AIC-7880, a 16/8-bit Ultra Wide SCSI controller designed for the low-end to high-end server market. Adaptec designs both the AIC-7860 and AIC-7880 UltraSCSI devices, with a patented SCSI I/O (Input/Output) The transfer of data between the CPU and a peripheral device. Every transfer is an output from one device and an input to another. See PC input/output. I/O - Input/Output cell which results in superior performance and data integrity. "The AIC-7860 optimizes end user performance while keeping OEM costs low," continues Lowe. "As with all Adaptec products, the AIC-7860 takes advantage of Adaptec's extensive compatibility with virtually all major operating systems, hardware platforms and peripherals, to offer both end users and OEMs optimum flexibility." Pricing and Availability The AIC-7860 is packaged in either a 128-pin plastic quad flat pack (PQFP (Plastic Quad Flat Package) Refers to many varieties of QFP chip packages, which are molded in plastic. See QFP. ) or thin quad flat pack (TQFP See QFP. ). Samples are available for $35 now, with volume production available in Q2 1996. The AIC-7880 PCI-to-Ultra SCSI single chip controller with up to 40 Mbytes per second data transfer rate is available now for a sample price of $40. Adaptec, Inc. (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 :ADPT ADPT Automated Data Processing/Telecommunications ADPT Adaptec Corporation (stock symbol) ADPT Adaptive Prediction ADPT Auger Depth Profiling Technique ADPT Automated Data Processing Telecommunications ADPT Adapter ) designs, manufactures and markets IOware solutions to eliminate performance bottlenecks between microcomputers, networks, and peripherals. Solutions range from simple connectivity products for single-user and small-office desktops, to intelligent subsystem, high-performance SCSI, RAID and ATM products for enterprise-wide computing and networked environments. Adaptec I/O solutions are incorporated into the products of virtually all the major computer and peripheral manufacturers around the world. Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Milpitas, Calif., Adaptec is a recognized market leader in high-performance I/O technology. Adaptec currently employs approximately 2,000 people, and with its global distribution network, serves customers worldwide. Adaptec's World Wide Web home page address is http://www.adaptec.com. CONTACT: Adaptec, Inc. Gary Chesnutis, 408/957-6638 (Editorial Contact) gary_chesnutis@corp.adaptec.com or For Product Information Literature 800/934-2766 Presales 800/959-SCSI Interactive Fax: 408/957-7150 Bulletin Board Service: 408/945-7727 CompuServe: GO ADAPTEC Microsoft Network: GO ADAPTEC |
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