Axil Computer Announces the First Rack-Mountable, 8-Processor Windows NT Server Designed for VARs, OEMs and Resellers.CONCORD, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 3, 1997-- Northbridge NX803 Provides a Flexible, High-Performance Platform for High-End Database, Mail and Internet Applications Axil ax·il n. The upper angle between a lateral organ, such as a leafstalk, and the stem that bears it. [Latin axilla, armpit. Computer Inc., a leading developer of Intel-based symmetrical multiprocessing multiprocessing Mode of computer operation in which two or more processors (see CPU) are connected and are active at the same time. In such a system, each processor is executing a different program or set of instructions, thus increasing computation speed over a (SMP (Symmetric MultiProcessing) A multiprocessing architecture in which multiple CPUs, residing in one cabinet, share the same memory. SMP systems provide scalability. As business increases, additional CPUs can be added to absorb the increased transaction volume. ) servers, today introduced the first rack-mountable, 8-processor, Windows NT (Windows New Technology) A 32-bit operating system from Microsoft for Intel x86 CPUs. NT is the core technology in Windows 2000 and Windows XP (see Windows). Available in separate client and server versions, it includes built-in networking and preemptive multitasking. (R) server designed specifically for VARs, OEMs and system integrators. The Northbridge NX803, based on the proven architecture of Axil Computer's pioneering Northbridge NX801, offers exceptional performance, scalability and reliability in a flexible rack-mount design. "Resellers have been using the channel assembly concept to add significant value for low-end server systems, but until now haven't had an option for their customers' mid-range server needs," said Bob Nilsson, vice president of marketing for Axil Computer. "Just as we beat other server vendors to market by more than a year with the industry's first 8-processor Pentium Pro The sixth generation of the Intel x86 family of CPU chips. The term may refer to the chip or to a PC that uses it. Introduced in 1995 as the successor to the Pentium, models from 150 MHz to 200 MHz were released. system, we're out front again with the first rack-mountable, 8-processor server designed for resellers. The Northbridge NX803 is not only based on the highest performance Intel-based SMP server architecture in existence, its scalability and rack-mount design also offer a great value-add opportunity for resellers who sell into the high-end database, mail and Internet application area." "The number of enterprise customers turning to channel assembly or 'white box' suppliers for their PC and low-end PC server needs continues to grow, making it a logical progression for those vendors to enter the mid-range server segment of the market," said Janet Waxman, research manager, International Data Corp. "Mainstream system vendors have also recognized the benefits of a channel assembly strategy. As the sole system developer shipping an 8-processor Pentium Pro, rack-mount server designed with resellers in mind, Axil Computer is well-positioned to capture a significant share of that market." Reseller An organization that sells hardware and software to the general public. Resellers purchase products from software publishers and hardware manufacturers. Support for the Northbridge NX803 Axil Computer sells exclusively through resellers. The company's reseller program includes aggressive discounts, marketing development funds, demo discounts, price protection and around-the-clock support. In addition, Axil Computer's Premier Reseller Program provides resellers with customer leads and support, as well as a variety of co-marketing opportunities, including joint seminars, direct mail and advertising promotions. "The Northbridge NX803 fills a gap in our overall product offering and essentially opens up an entirely new market for us," said Pete Montana, vice president of Hall-Mark Computer Components. "Axil Computer is the only system developer to have come forward with a platform that will allow us to meet the immediate customer need for mid-range SMP performance. The Northbridge NX803 is a flexible system that provides us with a great margin opportunity." About the Northbridge NX803 The second member of Axil Computer's pioneering 8-processor SMP server family, the Northbridge NX803, is designed from the ground up as an optimal Windows NT Server(R) platform. The Northbridge NX803 has also been designed for in-cabinet upgradeability to future Intel processors. Customers can invest in the highest-performance Intel-based SMP system on the market today with complete confidence that they can reap the performance gains promised by future technology. Axil Computer's innovative Adaptive Memory Crossbar technology, an ultra-high performance memory subsystem that utilizes an address reorder re·or·der v. re·or·dered, re·or·der·ing, re·or·ders v.tr. 1. To order (the same goods) again. 2. To straighten out or put in order again. 3. To rearrange. v. buffer to optimize memory transfers, enables the Northbridge NX803 to achieve mainframe class 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 performance. The Northbridge NX803 offers a high degree of expandability and investment protection, with support for up to eight 200 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. Pentium Pro processors, up to 8 GB of SDRAM (Synchronous DRAM) A type of dynamic RAM (DRAM) memory chip that has been widely used since the late 1990s. SDRAM chips eliminated wait states by dividing the chip into two cell blocks and interleaving data between them. and 16 PCI slots (hardware) PCI slot - A connector on Peripheral Component Interconnect and the associated physical space occupied by the installed PCI card. . Engineered for reliability as well as performance, the Northbridge NX803 incorporates numerous high-availability features such as hot swappable See hot swap. N+1 power supplies and fans and hot plugable disks. The Northbridge NX803 is designed with industry-standard components to ensure application portability and low cost of ownership. Pricing and availability List price for the Northbridge NX803 begins at $18,000. The Northbridge NX803 will be available in Q1 1998. About Axil Computer Inc. Axil Computer Inc., a subsidiary of Hyundai Electronics America, was the first computer vendor to ship 8-processor Pentium Pro/Windows NT servers. Axil sells its products through a worldwide network of value-added resellers A value-added reseller (VAR) is a company that adds some feature(s) to an existing product(s), then resells it (usually to end-users) as an integrated product or complete "turn-key" solution. and distributors. For additional information, contact Axil Computer directly at 800/284-AXIL, or visit Axil's website at http://www.axil.com . -0- Note to Editors: Axil and Northbridge are registered trademarks or trademarks of Axil Computer Inc. All other terms and product names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners, and are hereby acknowledged. CONTACT: Axil Computer Inc. Steve Harrington, 508/371-8182 steve.harrington@axil.com or Sterling Communications Inc. Carol Nash, 408/441-4100 cnash@sterlingpr.com |
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