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Celestix Introduces the Taurus Server Appliance; Easy to Use, Multi-Function Business Appliance for the Small & Growing Business Introduced at Comdex.


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COMDEX The former, premier computer trade show in the U.S. Although it grew into an end user event, it was originally created for dealers and distributors (it was the COMputer Dealers EXposition).  Fall 2001

Booth No. 165

FREMONT, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 12, 2001

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, Booth No. 165

Celestix Networks, Inc., the premier supplier of network server appliance A self-contained computer system specialized for network use. Its applications are pre-installed, and access to setup and configuration is via a Web browser. Server appliances may provide a single application or several applications; for example, a single device may provide file server, , announces the Taurus(TM) Server Appliance, the all-in-one networking solution for the small to midsize business. The Taurus(TM) Server Appliance offers no compromise on functionality and scalability, and provides optimum efficiency at a lower price than traditional servers.

With a single purchase, up to 250 users have integrated file and peripheral sharing, high-speed Internet See broadband.  access, email, scheduled back-up, VPN (Virtual Private Network) A private network that is configured within a public network (a carrier's network or the Internet) in order to take advantage of the economies of scale and management facilities of large networks.  and secure firewall, anti-virus engine, and Intranet. Standard with built-in networking software This article is written like a personal reflection or and may require .
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 and optimized applications, the Taurus(TM) supplies up to 40-GB of Internal storage.

Continuing in Celestix tradition, the new Taurus(TM) Server Appliance is easy to install and deploy. The average user can have the network up and running in about 15 minutes. The streamlined design creates simplicity and reliability that eliminates time-consuming setup and installation procedures. Installation is as easy as flipping through the LCD menus and answering a few questions. Server management is easily conducted through any browser, or accessed remotely.

Weighing in at 7 pounds, the Taurus(TM) combines functionality and performance with an all-powerful processor and large storage capacity. The Taurus(TM) has state-of-the-art networking capabilities and comes pre-installed for ease of use and rapid deployment, optimal and secure operation, and interoperability.

Enabling Wireless Networking See wireless network.  (802.11b) is as easy as plugging in an optional PCMCIA card into the server and ideal way to add scalable networks without the cost and hassles of laying network cables.

The Taurus(TM) is built on a robust customized Linux OS, compatible with all PC operating systems including Windows for Workgroup, Windows 95/98/ME/2000, and Windows NT. It is also compatible with Apple MacOS, Linux and Unix and no per-user software licenses are required.

Designed with power and speed in mind, the Taurus(TM) comes with the choice of Intel Celeron 800MHz (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.  or 1.2GHz 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.
, up to 512MB RAM, up to 40GB hard drive, 2 x high speed 100BaseT ports and a unique LCD panel for network configurations. The Taurus(TM) is the most effective appliance platform for most Internet/Intranet applications.

At the breakthrough starting list price of $1499, the Taurus(TM) is the ultimate server appliance. In a changing market place, Taurus(TM) Server Appliance reduces total cost of ownership for small and growing business environments.

Demonstrations for the Taurus(TM) Server Appliance will be held at the Comdex Booth No. L165, Las Vegas Convention Center The Las Vegas Convention Center is owned and operated by the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority and is located in Clark County, Nevada. It is one of the largest Convention centers in the world. At the end of 2004, the center had 3. , November 12-16, 2001. For more information, contact Celestix by phone at 510.668.0700 x 256, email at sales@us.celestix.com or visit online at www.celestix.com.

About Celestix

Celestix Networks Inc. the premier developer and marketer of innovative server appliances redefines the "Appliantization" of applications that run on server appliances. Celestix delivers a family of "Appliantized" solutions reducing "time to money" through the elimination of complexity and costs associated with rapid deployment of applications. "Appliantization" or the deployment of software on an optimized, purpose-built hardware platform makes it easier to install, distribute and manage complex software applications, thereby, driving-down the overall cost of ownership. Founded in 1999, the company boasts a strong international presence, with offices in Germany and Singapore, and distribution in Japan, Malaysia, Thailand, China, the UK, Holland, Denmark, Italy, Brazil and Mexico.
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