Compaq Announces New Deskpro PCs to Offer Business Customers Latest Technologies at Best Value; Deskpro EN Series and Deskpro EP Series Models Now Available with Intel's Newest Processors.HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 8, 1998--Compaq Computer Corporation (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange :CPQ CPQ Compaq CPQ Conseil du Patronat du Québec (Canada) CPQ Configure-Price-Quote CPQ Conseil de Presse du Québec (Québec Press Council, Canada) CPQ Companion Parrot Quarterly ) today announced the availability of its latest additions to its award-winning Deskpro EN and Deskpro EP Series. Featuring Intel's latest Pentium(R) II and Intel(R) Celeron(tm) processors, the new Deskpro PCs are poised to deliver on Compaq's promise to provide the best combination of value and quality in its desktops designed for business customers. The new Deskpro EN and EP Series models will be available immediately in the U.S. and Canada through Compaq authorized resellers and Compaq DirectPlus. "Compaq's ability to deliver business customers the most advanced performance and power at these prices is a testament to Compaq's ability to meet the customers' demanding requirements," said Mike Winkler, Senior Vice President and Group General Manager, PC Products Group, Compaq Computer Corporation (company) Compaq Computer Corporation - The largest US manufacturer and vendor of IBM PC compatible personal computers and servers. Compaq was started in 1982 by three ex-Texas Instruments employees. Quarterly sales $2499M, profits $210M (Aug 1994). http://compaq.com/. . "We continue to deliver performance and value in our products, priced to meet the customer's budget, and with a delivery timeline to best fit their business environment." Deskpro EN Series Compaq's Deskpro EN Series is designed for enterprise customers who seek a combination of manageability, serviceability and consistency in their PCs. Available in desktop, minitower or small form factor chassis design, the line offers new Pentium II processor 450 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. and Intel Celeron processors, SMART Ultra ATA hard drives up to 14.4 GB(1), 32X Max 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). (2) drives (on select models), and ATI RAGE PRO TURBO AGI (Artificial General Intelligence) A machine intelligence that resembles that of a human being. Considered impossible by many, most artificial intelligence (AI) research, projects and products deal with specific applications such as industrial robots, playing chess, graphics card. All models offer embedded 16-bit full duplex audio featuring PremierSound and Smart Cover Lock, allowing the chassis to be locked remotely to prevent unauthorized access. Select models also include a Compaq 10/100 TX PCI (1) (Payment Card Industry) See PCI DSS. (2) (Peripheral Component Interconnect) The most widely used I/O bus (peripheral bus). Intel WOL v. t. & i. 1. See 2d Will. UTP UTP (uridine triphosphate): see uracil. (Unshielded Twisted Pair) See twisted pair. UTP - unshielded twisted pair NIC (1) (Network Interface Card) See network adapter. See also InterNIC. (2) (New Internet Computer) An earlier Linux-based computer from The New Internet Computer Company (NICC), Palo Alto, CA. (3). Starting price for a Deskpro EN Series configured with an Pentium II 450 MHz processor and standard components begins at $2,069(4). Deskpro EP Series The Deskpro EP Series offers customers the latest technologies at the most competitive prices. The new models will feature the highest levels of performance with new Pentium II processor 450 MHz and Intel Celeron processors, SMART Ultra ATA hard drives up to 14.4 GB, Matrox MGA-G100 or Matrox Millennium G200-SD AGP graphics adapters with excellent 2D, 3D and multimedia performance. Select models feature 16-bit, full-duplex audio featuring Compaq PremierSound. Starting prices for the Deskpro EP Series configured with an Pentium II 450 MHz processor begins at $2,229(5). Models featuring the Intel Celeron 300A MHz processor start at $1,249(6). Advanced Features Available with Deskpro Models The Deskpro EN Series and Deskpro EP Series are equipped with Intel's fastest, most powerful processors available, the Pentium II processor 450 MHz, and Intel Celeron processor in 333 MHz or 300A MHz, which offer customers value and performance at entry-level pricing. Additionally, for customers who require additional features or upgrades, Compaq offers several choices. These include Compaq's state-of-the-art security solution, the Fingerprint Identification Technology, available for under $100, to simplify the login process and improve network security. New options are available for the Deskpro EN and EP Series, including the 3Com Fast EtherLink(R) XL 10/100 PCI with Remote Wakeup and the Matrox Millennium G200 AGP graphics controller. Enhanced modems, monitors and optical storage options are also available. Memory Enhancements For Compaq Deskpro Customers Coinciding with today's Deskpro announcement, Compaq announces a new line of Synchronous Graphic Random Access Memory (SGRAM (Synchronous Graphics RAM) A type of dynamic RAM chip that is similar to the SDRAM technology, but includes enhanced graphics features for use with display adapters. ) and Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory (storage) Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory - (SDRAM, Synchronous DRAM) A form of DRAM which adds a separate clock signal to the control signals. SDRAM chips can contain more complex state machines, allowing them to support "burst" access modes that clock out a series 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. ) enhancement upgrades for the Deskpro EN and Deskpro EP Series. Providing exceptional performance for intensive graphics environments, these new video memory modules include graphic-specific read/write features, capabilities to modify data in blocks, instead of individually, and read and write in bursts of 1, 2, 4 and 8 bits. The 8 MB 125 MHz SDRAM module supports the new Deskpro EP Series graphics solution and the 4 MB 100 MHz SGRAM modules supports the ATI (ATI Technologies Inc., Markham Ontario, http://ati.amd.com) A leading manufacturer of graphics chips and display adapters. Founded in 1985 by K. Y. Ho, Benny Lau and Lee Lau, ATI chips and boards are widely used by OEMs. graphics solution featured in the Deskpro EN Series Small Form Factor models. The 8 MB 143 MHz SGRAM module supports the Matrox Millennium G200 AGP graphics solution available on all Deskpro EN and EP Series Models as an option. Intelligent Manageability and Serviceability Features All new Compaq models include Compaq's award-winning Intelligent Manageability features which deliver easy control and management throughout the PC's life while lowering the total cost of ownership. All new Deskpro models support Compaq's Web-enabled Management Agents which fully support Compaq Insight Manager XE, the industry's first WBEM (Web-Based Enterprise Management) An umbrella term for using Internet technologies to manage systems and networks throughout the enterprise. Both browsers and applications can be used to access the information that is made available in formats such as HTML and (Web Based Enterprise Management) application. Compaq Insight Manager XE allows IT managers the ability to manage any Deskpro or manageable hardware device using SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) A widely used network monitoring and control protocol. Data are passed from SNMP agents, which are hardware and/or software processes reporting activity in each network device (hub, router, bridge, etc. , DMI (Desktop Management Interface) The first desktop management standard from the DMTF. Enabling PCs to be monitored from a central console, it was superseded by the DMTF's Common Information Model (see CIM). 2.0 or Web-enabled agents. Both the Deskpro EP and Deskpro EN Series include comprehensive Intelligent Manageability features such as DMI 2.0 support, Remote Wakeup/Remote Shutdown, Remote ROM Flash, Remote Security Management and Memory Change Alert. Likewise, the Deskpro EN and Deskpro EP Series feature an award-winning "tool-free" design, allowing quick and easy access to the PC, reducing and simplifying service time. Company Background Founded in 1982, Compaq Computer Corporation is a Fortune Global 100 company. Compaq is the second largest computer company in the world and the largest global supplier of personal computers. Compaq develops and markets hardware, software, solutions, and services, including industry-leading enterprise computing solutions, fault-tolerant business-critical solutions, networking and communication products, commercial desktop and portable products and consumer PCs. The company is an industry leader in environmentally friendly programs and business practices. Compaq products are sold and supported in more than 100 countries through a network of authorized Compaq marketing partners. Customer support and information about Compaq and its products are available at http://www.compaq.com. Compaq and Deskpro Registered U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Pentium is a registered trademark and Celeron is a trademark of Intel Corporation. Product names mentioned herein may be trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. (1) For hard drives, GB=billion bytes. (2) 32X Max CD-ROM drive data transfer rates may vary from 1800 Kbps. (3) Network Interface Card. (4) Estimated U.S. selling price. Actual reseller prices may vary. Deskpro EN Series Small Form Factor price includes Compaq V55 Monitor. (5) Estimated U.S. selling price. Actual reseller prices may vary. Deskpro EP Series pricing includes Compaq S700 Monitor. (6) Estimated U.S. selling price. Actual reseller prices may vary. Deskpro EP Series.com OR |
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