American Megatrends Inc. Introduces PC Diagnostic Solution for Linux.Business Editors ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 16, 2001
Editorial Summary
-- AMIDiag for Linux provides the most advanced system
information and computer diagnostics available.
-- AMIDiag for Linux has a robust feature set including HDD, CD
and DVD tests for IDE and SCSI, Memory and Network tests.
American Megatrends American Megatrends Incorporated (AMI) is a Georgia, USA based hardware company that creates PC hardware and firmware. It was founded in 1985 by the current chairman and president, S. Shankar. Inc. (AMI), the leading developer of innovative BIOS and Hardware Diagnostic Utilities worldwide, today announced the development of AMIDiag(R) for Linux, the latest version of the industry standard diagnostic utility. AMIDiag for Linux, the latest version of AMI's industry standard diagnostic software, is being developed in a 100% native Linux environment. AMIDiag for Linux supports all major Linux distributions  The external links in this article or section may require cleanup to comply with Wikipedia's content policies. including those from Redhat(R), SuSE(R) and Mandrake mandrake, plant of the family Solanaceae (nightshade family), the source of a narcotic much used during the Middle Ages as a pain-killer and perhaps the subject of more superstition than any other plant. (R). The product
provides a structured diagnostic environment that is ideal for embedded
Linux The Linux operating system configured and enhanced to work in a wide variety of applications, including handheld devices, network appliances, industrial machines and consumer electronics devices. The modularity of the Linux kernel makes it well suited to embedded systems. applications.In addition to AMIDiag for Linux, American Megatrends offers a complete line of diagnostic utilities including AMIDiag for DOS, Windows(R) and AMIDiag for the Extensible Firmware Interface (specification) Extensible Firmware Interface - (EFI) A specification originating from Intel Corporation, defining the interface between an operating system and platform firmware, and aiming to reduce OS dependence on details of the firmware implementation. EFI Home. (EFI See UEFI. EFI - Extensible Firmware Interface ). With the addition of AMIDiag for Linux to the line of AMIDiag utilities, American Megatrends offers the most complete solution available. "With an estimated growth of 154% in Linux systems, it is a necessity to offer a diagnostic solution which supports the open source community," said Stefano Righi, Engineering Director, Diagnostic Utilities. "AMIDiag for Linux will allow AMI to continue its mission in providing the most advanced products to its customers." AMIDiag for Linux is set to release in the fourth quarter of 2001. Prior to its release to the market, AMIDiag for Linux will undergo an extensive beta-testing program. Users who are interested in participating should check www.ami.com for more news and updates on the program. About AMI Founded in 1985, American Megatrends Inc. (AMI) has dedicated its resources to providing OEMs, resellers and systems integrators with leading edge computer technologies. This privately held company privately held company A firm whose shares are held within a relatively small circle of owners and are not traded publicly. , best known for its Basic Input/Output Systems (operating system) Basic Input/Output System - (BIOS, ROM BIOS) The part of the system software of the IBM PC and compatibles that provides the lowest level interface to peripheral devices and controls the first stage of the bootstrap process, including installing the operating or BIOS, also supplies its state-of-the-art hardware, software, utilities and RAID controllers to over 55 percent of today's high-tech manufacturers. Headquartered in Atlanta, AMI has locations in the U.S. and throughout the world including Munich, London, Taipei, Chennai, Seoul and Tokyo to better serve our customers. For more information on AMI, its products, services or reseller opportunities, call 1-800-U-BUY-AMI or visit www.ami.com. All registered trademarks are property of their respective companies. |
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