Compaq ProLiant 800 Delivers Breakthrough Price/Performance for Workgroups, Remote Offices.HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 20, 1997-- Powerful, Expandable and Easy-to-Manage Server Tailored To Internet/Intranet, Communications and Smaller Business Applications Editors' Summary 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/. today announced worldwide: -ProLiant 800 Server -ProLiant 2500 6/180 N Server -Enterprise options for departmental and remote office environments including the new ProLiant Storage System/F, 2.1-GB, 4.3-GB and 9.1-GB Wide-Ultra SCSI SCSI in full Small Computer System Interface Once common standard for connecting peripheral devices (disks, modems, printers, etc.) to small and medium-sized computers. SCSI has given way to faster standards, such as Firewire and USB. Hard Drives, a 1024-MB Memory Expansion Kit for the ProLiant 5000, new Compaq UPS models, and new ProLiant 2500 options including an Integrated Management Display. Continuing to address customer requirements for affordable, powerful and feature-rich workgroup and remote office solutions, 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 ) -- the world's leading server vendor -- today announced worldwide the Compaq ProLiant 800 server. Designed specifically to meet the needs of workgroups and remote sites, the ProLiant 800 combines 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. performance and dual-processor expandability with built-in networking and remote management capabilities to deliver unprecedented value. The ProLiant 800 also ships standard with intelligent software tools that simplify system set-up, integration and management for low total cost of ownership over the life of the server (see today's related Compaq software news release). The Compaq ProLiant 800 is available immediately in volume, with prices starting at $2,778(a). The ProLiant 800 is designed for customers that require a workgroup or remote office server for file/print, e-mail, Internet/intranet, or smaller special-purpose business applications running in functional departments such as marketing. For superior performance and investment protection as business requirements change, the ProLiant 800 supports up to two 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. or 180 MHz Pentium Pro processors with integrated 256KB second level cache second level cache - secondary cache . The ProLiant 800 ships with one processor and is easily and cost-effectively upgradeable with the addition of a second processor chip. It also includes a standard set of high availability Also called "RAS" (reliability, availability, serviceability) or "fault resilient," it refers to a multiprocessing system that can quickly recover from a failure. There may be a minute or two of downtime while one system switches over to another, but processing will continue. features -- automatic alerts predicting the impending im·pend intr.v. im·pend·ed, im·pend·ing, im·pends 1. To be about to occur: Her retirement is impending. 2. failure of memory, hard drives or processors, Integrated Remote Console A terminal or workstation in a remote location that is used to monitor and control a local computer. (IRC (Internet Relay Chat) Computer conferencing on the Internet. There are hundreds of IRC channels on numerous subjects that are hosted on IRC servers around the world. After joining a channel, your messages are broadcast to everyone listening to that channel. ), and Automatic Server Recovery -- typically only available on more costly high-end servers. "As organizations continue to build distributed networks to share resources and provide easier access to business information, they require increasingly powerful, expandable, easy-to-integrate and easy-to-manage solutions at an affordable price," said John T. Rose, Senior Vice President and Group General Manager, Enterprise Computing Refers to information technology in the larger company. See enterprise data and enterprise networking. Group, Compaq Computer Corporation. "The ProLiant 800 provides customers with levels of performance, scaleability, high availability and integrated management never before offered at this price point." To simplify installation, integration and management, and lower total cost of ownership, the ProLiant 800 ships standard with intelligent and easy-to-use software tools and services. These include Compaq SmartStart, Compaq Insight Manager, Compaq Info Messenger and the hardware-based Compaq IRC. Compaq SmartStart 3.2 optimizes configurations and simplifies the installation of tested and reliable servers by guiding customers or their resellers through network operating system An operating system that is designed for network use. Normally, it is a complete operating system with file, task and job management; however, with some earlier products, it was a separate component that ran under the OS; for example, LAN Server required OS/2, and LANtastic required DOS. and other software installation processes. Compaq Insight Manager 3.2, an intelligent server and desktop management tool, proactively monitors and provides detailed information on server components and subsystems to keep systems running smoothly. Insight Manager also helps prevent problems before they occur by predicting impending hard drive, memory or processor failure. As part of the Compaq Pre-Failure Warranty, Compaq will replace, at no extra cost, Pentium Pro processors, ECC memory (Error-Correcting Code memory) A memory system that tests for and corrects errors automatically, very often without the operating system being aware of it, let alone the user. and SCSI disk drives that are degraded to a specific level of performance before they actually fail. Compaq IRC provides seamless remote console capability -- via modem -- for managing, from a centralized MIS location, ProLiant 800 servers located in remote/branch office sites. IRC operates independently from the host operating system operating system (OS) Software that controls the operation of a computer, directs the input and output of data, keeps track of files, and controls the processing of computer programs. to enable remote access to server health information and to be able to reboot To reload the operating system, which restarts the computer. See boot. (operating system) reboot - (From boot) A boot with the implication that the computer has not been down for long, or that the boot is a bounce intended to clear some state of wedgitude. See warm boot. in the event of a server or operating system failure. Compaq Info Messenger, a new Internet-based information service announced today (see related Compaq news release), automatically alerts network managers via e-mail to timely information regarding their Compaq servers, such as the availability of new system software, software drivers and information for their specific products. Compaq also introduced today the ProLiant 2500 Model 6/180 N server. This new, affordably priced entry-level model in the ProLiant 2500 family, meets the needs of customers requiring a business critical server capable of supporting small to medium-sized database applications. For superior investment protection, the ProLiant 2500 6/180 N can be easily upgraded with a second processor as business needs evolve. The ProLiant 2500 is available immediately in volume with prices starting at $4,556 (b). Compaq ProLiant 800 System Profile The ProLiant 800 supports up to two 200 MHz or 180 MHz Pentium Pro processors and ships standard with 32MB of ECC memory (upgradeable to 512MB), Wide-Ultra SCSI Controller A common term for a SCSI host adapter. See SCSI. SCSI controller - SCSI adaptor technology which increases data transfer rates up to 40 MB/s, and a 10Base-T network interface card (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. ) which can be upgraded to a 100Base-TX NIC, as throughput needs grow. The ProLiant 800 also ships standard with an 8X 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). , five PCI slots and two ISA (1) (Instruction Set Architecture) See instruction set. (2) (Interactive Services Association) See Internet Alliance. (3) (Internet Security and Acceleration) See .NET. slots, and Compaq Automatic Server Recovery (ASR-2) which returns the server to full operation in the event of a critical failure. When configured with dual processors, the Off-line Backup Processor and ASR-2 ensure rapid recovery of the ProLiant 800 in the event of processor failure. The ProLiant 800 is also covered by a three-year on-site limited warranty Limited warranty A warranty with certain conditions and limitations on the parts covered, type of damage covered, and/or time period for which the agreement is good. and the Pre-Failure Warranty which applies to processors, memory and disk drives. New Enterprise Options Compaq also introduced today new enterprise options to meet increasing requirements for high availability, storage and fault tolerance See fault tolerant. (architecture) fault tolerance - 1. The ability of a system or component to continue normal operation despite the presence of hardware or software faults. This often involves some degree of redundancy. 2. in larger corporate environments. These are: the ProLiant Storage System/F (tower and rack models), 2.1-GB, 4.3-GB and 9.1-GB Wide-Ultra SCSI Hard Drives, a 1024-MB Memory Expansion Kit for the ProLiant 5000, new enhanced tower uninterruptible power supply See UPS. (hardware) Uninterruptible Power Supply - (UPS) A battery powered power supply unit that is guaranteed to provide power to a computer in the event of interruptions in the incoming mains electrical power. (UPS) models, Integrated Management Display for at-server management capabilities and a ProLiant 2500 Hot-Plug Drive Cage option. For customers who require highly available, high capacity storage for large departments or remote offices, Compaq introduced the new ProLiant Storage System/F series of tower and rack external storage solutions. These solutions offer all the flexibility of the current ProLiant Storage Systems, plus enhanced features such as standard redundant hot-pluggable fans and optional hot-pluggable redundant power supplies. The ProLiant Storage System/F tower and rack solutions are offered as both single-bus and dual-bus models for increased storage capacity. The system also supports the Compaq Standby Recovery Server option, which in the event of a server failure automatically switches users to a standby server allowing them to maintain access to data in the storage system. The Storage System/F will be available at the end of January. To further protect mission-critical applications from data loss in the event of power outages, Compaq introduced enhanced tower and rack mounted UPS models. New features include user-replaceable, hot-swappable batteries for increased availability and a new management upgrade slot that allows for easier control of multiple UPS devices. For simplified, centralized management, all Compaq UPS products ship standard with power management software integrated with Compaq Insight Manager. The tower models of the UPS are available immediately and rack mounted models will be available in North America in the second quarter of 1997. Compaq also introduced Wide-Ultra SCSI hard drives for its entire server line and a 1024-MB memory module for the ProLiant 5000. The new Wide-Ultra SCSI hard drives, available in 2.1-GB, 4.3-GB and 9.1-GB formats, double SCSI transfer rates to 40 MB/s to maximize network performance. Wide-Ultra SCSI drives are offered with pluggable or non-pluggable interfaces and are backward compatible with Fast-Wide SCSI-2 controllers. The new ProLiant 5000 1024-MB Memory Expansion Kit, significantly increases database server performance and allows users to expand ProLiant 5000 RAM capacity to 4 GB. Wide Ultra SCSI hard drives and the ProLiant 5000 Memory Expansion Kit are available immediately. For the ProLiant 2500 family, Compaq introduced the Integrated Management Display and the ProLiant 2500 Hot Plug Drive Cage. The Integrated Management Display is an LCD (liquid crystal display liquid crystal display (LCD) Optoelectronic device used in displays for watches, calculators, notebook computers, and other electronic devices. Current passed through specific portions of the liquid crystal solution causes the crystals to align, blocking the passage of light. ) module with a four button control panel that provides fast and easy access to key administrative and system information at the server for diagnosing and servicing the system. The new ProLiant 2500 Hot Plug Drive Cage is for customers who need to deploy existing 1.6-inch hot pluggable hard drives or the new 9.1-GB hard drive. The cage is optimized for three, 1.6-inch hot pluggable SCSI drives. The standard drive cage in the ProLiant 2500 supports up to five 2.1-GB or 4.3-GB drives in the new industry-standard one-inch form factor. Both the Integrated Management Display and the ProLiant 2500 Hot Plug Drive Cage will be available in January 1997. Service and Support The ProLiant 800 is backed by the extensive worldwide network of Compaq resellers and service providers. These service partners can tailor support offerings ranging from installation and systems maintenance to integration and consulting services for any size computing environment. Compaq Service and Support Offerings (CSSO CSSO Contractor Special Security Officer CSSO Clotted Symmetric Sexual Organ (Japanese band) CSSO Chief State School Officer CSSO Computer System Security Officer CSSO Customer Service, Sales & Operations ) are also available for the ProLiant 800. For high availability of business-critical applications, these globally available offerings provide enhanced levels of service and support including: 7x24 hardware and software services, remote management services, system healthcheck services and comprehensive systems management. Compaq provides these services worldwide for customers with global operations through its Global Service and Support Provider (GSSP GSSP Global Boundary Stratotype Sections and Points GSSP Generally-Accepted System Security Principles (NSSOG) GSSP Gifted Student Services Plan (Kentucky Department of Education) ) agreement with Digital Equipment Corporation's Multivendor Customer Services (MCS). Company Background Compaq Computer Corporation, a Fortune 100 company, is the fifth largest computer company in the world and the largest global supplier of personal computers, delivering useful innovation through products that connect people with people and people with information. The company is an industry leader in environmentally friendly programs and business practices. Compaq is strategically organized to meet the current and future needs of its customers, offering Internet and enterprise computing solutions, networking products, commercial PC products and consumer PCs. As the leader in distributed enterprise solutions, Compaq has shipped more than a million servers. In 1995, the company reported worldwide sales of $14.8 billion. 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 can be found at http://www.compaq.com or by calling 1-800-OK-COMPAQ. Product information and reseller locations can be obtained by calling 1-800-345-1518. -0- (a)Estimated street price. Reseller prices may vary. (b)Estimated street price. Reseller prices may vary. Compaq, Registered U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Product names mentioned herein may be trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. CONTACT: Compaq Computer Corporation Helen Dragoon dragoon In late 16th-century Europe, a mounted soldier who fought as a light cavalryman on attack and as a dismounted infantryman on defense. The term derived from his weapon, a short musket called the dragoon. 281-514-0484 hdragoon@netgate.compaq.com or Miller/Shandwick Technologies Lisa Marafioti 617-536-0470 lmarafioti@miller.shandwick.com |
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