Concurrent Computer Introduces MediaHawk Model 2000; Best Performing Video-On-Demand System Available Today.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 21, 2000 Concurrent's Superior VOD See video-on-demand. VoD - video on demand Server Technology Strengthens Leadership Position Concurrent Computer Corporation  This article or section is written like an .Please help [ rewrite this article] from a neutral point of view. Mark blatant advertising for , using . (Nasdaq:CCUR CCUR Center for Crops Utilization Research ) today introduced its new MediaHawk(TM) Model 2000 Video-On-Demand (VOD) Server, offering broadband operators the most reliable and efficient video server available today. Capitalizing on its over 30 years of experience developing efficient, high-performing, reliable technology solutions for mission-critical applications for the aerospace and defense industries, Concurrent Computer Corporation once again has developed a solution that enables the broadband industry to have the most efficient and reliable solution available. For the VOD market, Concurrent has developed the preeminent MediaHawk Model 2000 Video Server, which outperforms competing video servers by offering industry-leading flexibility, scalability, and functionality. First shipped in early October, the new MediaHawk Model 2000 Video Server and software are designed to support multiple digital set-top boxes, including Scientific-Atlanta, Motorola, Sony, Pioneer, and Pace set-top box platforms. The new MediaHawk is designed to operate optimally in both a distributed network architecture, minimizing network transport infrastructure requirements and system costs, and a centralized network architecture, minimizing physical space requirements and incremental facility costs. With this flexibility, Concurrent's MediaHawk Model 2000 can support VOD in the largest broadband systems, featuring an architecture that supports as many interconnected servers as needed as needed prn. See prn order. . The system is also modular and therefore easily scalable. Customers can scale both video storage and stream capacity in various increments, allowing for significant flexibility and efficiency. Bob Chism, Vice President of Development, Concurrent Computer Corporation, commented, "The MediaHawk Model 2000 VOD system is proven today - already having shipped to multiple customers. This new MediaHawk system will be used to launch some of the industry's largest and most visible deployments later this year and in 2001. We pride ourselves in the fact that this new technology is viewed as the most efficient and reliable video server solution available today." Additional System Features The MediaHawk Model 2000 offers other benefits over competing video server technology on the market today, which include: Smaller Size A MediaHawk Model 2000 Video Server is encased en·case tr.v. en·cased, en·cas·ing, en·cas·es To enclose in or as if in a case. en·case  ment n. in a small 19" wide and 17 1/2" high chassis, taking up less space than other video servers. This compact size permits customers to save valuable rack space in system operators' head-ends, network operations centers, and hubs. For further convenience, the disks are positioned in the front of the server for easy access and upgrades. Upgrades supporting next generation disk technology are easily accomplished without the need for changing out the server. Greater Programming Storage in a Single Rack Despite its small size, the MediaHawk Model 2000 stores a large amount of programming - more than 1,200 feature-length films in a single rack, using RAID5 technology. A single rack is capable of streaming 1,792 streams. The MediaHawk Model 2000 can deliver over 200 megabits per second (unit) megabits per second - (Mbps, Mb/s) Millions of bits per second. A unit of data rate. 1 Mb/s = 1,000,000 bits per second (not 1,048,576). E.g. Ethernet can carry 10 Mbps. per output card, the fastest in video server technology on the market. Better Reliability and Efficiency An embedded kernel in the MediaHawk Model 2000 Video Server means greater reliability and efficiency. An embedded kernel significantly increases system performance, and therefore decreases system costs. The majority of video servers rely upon traditional 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. technologies, which increase burdensome overhead, reduce reliability, and increase costs. Integrated high-density Quadrature quadrature, in astronomy, arrangement of two celestial bodies at right angles to each other as viewed from a reference point. If the reference point is the earth and the sun is one of the bodies, a planet is in quadrature when its elongation is 90°. Amplitude Modulators (QAMs) and RF up-converters are supported. Integrated QAMs and RF up-converters lower costs and reduce physical footprint requirements for the broadband system operator. Universal Power and Dual Input Power Fully redundant power supplies, with universal power modules, are embedded into the MediaHawk Model 2000. If primary input power is lost to the server, a secondary power input is available to ensure continuous service. Multiple power inputs are supporting including 115vac through 230vac and -48vdc). Intelligent Cooling System cooling system: see air conditioning; internal-combustion engine; refrigeration. cooling system Apparatus used to keep the temperature of a structure or device from exceeding limits imposed by needs of safety and efficiency. The MediaHawk Model 2000 also features rotational sensing cooling fans coupled with heat monitoring sensors. If the ambient operating temperature increases, the cooling fan speed increases automatically to keep the server cool and ensure continuous service. The MediaHawk Broadband VOD BackOffice Business Management System(BMS BMS abbr. Bachelor of Marine Science ) Concurrent's MediaHawk Model 2000 VOD system is a completely integrated end-to-end VOD solution that includes an industry-leading backoffice management system. The MediaHawk Broadband VOD BackOffice BMS - developed in conjunction with partner PRASARA Technologies -- fulfills all of the system operator's VOD system needs, while minimizing requirements for special training and/or additional staff. Designed for the MediaHawk's open application environment, the MediaHawk BackOffice BMS provides tools for automated provisioning The ability to set up new communications services for customers automatically. Carriers use automated provisioning to set up their network based on customers' requirements. Such systems control all network devices from a central console and greatly speed up deployment time from days to , content management, and customer service representative (CSR (1) (Customer Service Representative) A person who handles a customer's request regarding a bill, account changes or service or merchandise ordered. Agents in call centers are known as CSRs. See call center. ) interfaces. The billing interface is integrated with the industry's leading billing systems. The order management system also supports the integration of interactive television and e-commerce applications. A relational database relational database Database in which all data are represented in tabular form. The description of a particular entity is provided by the set of its attribute values, stored as one row or record of the table, called a tuple. system facilitates market and demographic analysis Demographic analysis uses administrative records to develop an independent estimate of the population [1]. Demographic analysis estimates are often considered a reliable standard for judging the accuracy of the census information gathered at any time. , including customer usage patterns and buy rates. About Concurrent Concurrent Computer Corporation (http://www.ccur.com) is a leading provider of high-performance computer systems, software, and servers. Concurrent Computer Corporation's XSTREME Division is a leading supplier in the emerging digital video server marketplace. This market includes the broadband/cable, corporate training, education, hospitality, and in-flight entertainment In-flight entertainment (IFE) refers to the entertainment available to aircraft passengers during a flight. After World War II commercial aviation flights became a daily event in which entertainment was requested by passengers to help the time pass. industries. Operating worldwide, Concurrent provides sales and support from offices throughout North America North America, third largest continent (1990 est. pop. 365,000,000), c.9,400,000 sq mi (24,346,000 sq km), the northern of the two continents of the Western Hemisphere. , Europe, Asia, and Australia. Concurrent brings over 30 years of real-time experience to the broadband industry, and in a very short time has become the undisputed leader in broadband VOD. As the newcomer to the industry, Concurrent's VOD performance speaks for itself. Concurrent is uniquely positioned to meet the pent-up demand for interactive television services - movies-on-demand and e-commerce over the television. Forrester Research Forrester Research is an independent technology and market research company that provides its clients with advice about technology's impact on business and consumers. Corporate facts
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