BURN-Proof Technology Now Part of Luminex Removable Media Solutions; Enhancement Improves the Reliability and Efficiency of Writing to CD Media.Business Editors & High-Tech Writers RIVERSIDE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 11, 2002 Luminex Software Inc., a leading supplier of removable media In computer storage, removable media refers to storage media which can be removed from its reader device, conferring portability on the data it carries. A removable drive is a reader device for such media. data storage solutions, today announced the addition of Plextor Corp.'s PlexWriter drives with BURN-Proof(TM) technology to its line of CD products. BURN-Proof technology improves recording reliability by preventing data buffer In computing, a buffer is a region of memory used to temporarily hold data while it is being moved from one place to another. Typically, the data is stored in a buffer as it is retrieved from an input device (such as a keyboard) or just before it is sent to an output device (such underrun When writing to a CD-R disc, the inability of the computer to keep up with the recording process. There are numerous causes. The data may be coming from a slow CD drive or another slow source. errors during CD creation. Underruns occur when a PC or server cannot get data to the CD media fast enough. This makes the media unusable resulting in production delays and higher costs. Plextor drives with BURN-Proof technology are now part of Luminex's CD product line -- including Data/Ware CD, PowerPress, NETCDR and Library systems. These industry-leading systems are used extensively in the prepress, financial, telecommunications and health- care industries. Similar technology already exists within the Luminex DVD DVD: see digital versatile disc. DVD in full digital video disc or digital versatile disc Type of optical disc. The DVD represents the second generation of compact-disc (CD) technology. product line. "Mission-critical data storage systems and applications demand high-quality disc recording under any circumstance," said Howard Wing, vice president of sales and marketing for Plextor. "BURN-Proof technology is an important component of Plextor's overall focus on making the media recording process as reliable, cost-effective and productive as possible." Efficient production and total cost of ownership are primary concerns at Luminex. By offering the best hardware and software technology, Luminex meets or exceeds customers' expectations. "BURN-Proof technology ensures optimal performance of our systems," said Paul Sanchez Paul Sanchez is a New Orleans-based American guitarist, a Singer-songwriter, best known as a member of cowpunk band Cowboy Mouth from 1990-2006. Biography Sanchez grew up in New Orleans, in the Irish Channel section, a working class Catholic neighborhood. , worldwide sales manager sales manager n → gerente m/f de ventas sales manager n → directeur commercial sales manager sale n → at Luminex. "Luminex customers expect the highest returns on their investments as this enhancement provides savings of both time and money. It's that simple." This addition of BURN-Proof technology demonstrates Luminex's commitment to its products and customers. For current customers, Luminex will provide a migration path to take full advantage of technology. New Luminex customers will be able to realize the benefits from the date the new CD systems are installed. About Plextor Corp. Plextor is a leading developer and manufacturer of high- performance CD-related equipment for professional use in business and networked environments. Since opening its headquarters in Silicon Valley in 1990, Plextor has introduced numerous generations of award-winning optical storage products, including CD-ROM CD-ROM: see compact disc. CD-ROM in full compact disc read-only memory Type of computer storage medium that is read optically (e.g., by a laser). , CD-Recordable and CD-ReWritable drives. Plextor is privately owned by Shinano Kenshi Co. Ltd., a developer and manufacturer of advanced technology hardware and precision electronic equipment, with headquarters in Japan. Shinano Kenshi is best known for its expertise in manufacturing motors. About Luminex Software Inc. With headquarters in Riverside, Luminex is a leading innovator, developer and marketer of corporate data management solutions, utilizing the latest CD, DVD, optical and tape technologies. The company provides data storage, data archiving, distribution and network/Internet storage solutions that combine functionality, performance, ease of use and comprehensive product support for customers around the world. Luminex solutions support virtually every mainframe channel interface, network and Internet usage environment. Luminex products are available directly and are developed with IBM (International Business Machines Corporation, Armonk, NY, www.ibm.com) The world's largest computer company. IBM's product lines include the S/390 mainframes (zSeries), AS/400 midrange business systems (iSeries), RS/6000 workstations and servers (pSeries), Intel-based servers (xSeries) Corp., Sun Microsystems Sun Microsystems, Inc. (NASDAQ: JAVA[3]) is an American vendor of computers, computer components, computer software, and information-technology services, founded on 24 February 1982. Inc., Kanematsu Electronics Ltd. of Japan and other global companies. With headquarters in Riverside, Luminex has engineering offices in San Diego San Diego (săn dēā`gō), city (1990 pop. 1,110,549), seat of San Diego co., S Calif., on San Diego Bay; inc. 1850. San Diego includes the unincorporated communities of La Jolla and Spring Valley. Coronado is across the bay. and Beaverton, Ore. Luminex can be contacted by phone at 909/781-4100, by e-mail at info@luminex.com or on the Internet at http://www.luminex.com. Note to Editors: Luminex, Data/Ware CD, PowerPress and NETCDR are trademarks of Luminex Software Inc. "BURN-Proof" is a trademark of Sanyo Electric Co. Ltd. Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. |
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