Fujitsu Unveils Four-Way Blade Server for Power-Hungry Data Centers; Company Offers Most Diverse Blade Portfolio in the Market.SUNNYVALE, Calif. -- Fujitsu Computer Systems today introduced the world's most compact four-way 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. server blade One blade in a blade server. See blade server. , the PRIMERGY(R) BX600 blade server A server architecture that houses multiple server modules ("blades") in a single chassis. It is widely used in datacenters to save space and improve system management. Either self-standing or rack mounted, the chassis provides the power supply, and each blade has its own CPU, memory and . Offering exceptional performance and flexibility, the system can easily handle the demands of modern corporate data centers, Internet service providers Internet service provider (ISP) Company that provides Internet connections and services to individuals and organizations. For a monthly fee, ISPs provide computer users with a connection to their site (see data transmission), as well as a log-in name and password. and application service providers. Each blade can accommodate up to four Intel(R) Xeon(TM) MP processors, 16 GB of ECC (1) (Error-Correcting Code) A type of memory that corrects errors on the fly. See ECC memory. (2) (Elliptic Curve Cryptography) A public key cryptography method that provides fast decryption and digital signature processing. DDR-SDRAM DDR-SDRAM - Double Data Rate Random Access Memory (PC2100) and two hot-plug Ultra320 SCSI hard drives. They come equipped with four Gigabit Ethernet An Ethernet standard that transmits at 1 Gbps. Used mostly to connect high-end workstations and servers as well as for network backbones, Gigabit Ethernet transmits full duplex from point to point using switches and half duplex in a shared environment (CSMA/CD) using a hub. LAN (Local Area Network) A communications network that serves users within a confined geographical area. The "clients" are the user's workstations typically running Windows, although Mac and Linux clients are also used. ports and can be upgraded to include 4 x 2 GB Fibre Channel (FC) interfaces. The chassis holds up to five four-way blades or up to 10 two-way blades. Since the four-way blade fits in the same chassis as the dual processor blade, they can be mixed and matched accordingly. Up to 30 four-way blades fit in a 46U 19-inch rack, enabling IT managers to save valuable floor space in their data center. The chassis has redundant components for reliable operation, and redundant management hardware for easy and effective administration. The PRIMERGY ServerView Management Suite, included with delivery, ensures trouble-free system installation and configuration. "With today's announcement of the new PRIMERGY BX600 four-way blade server, we now have the most diverse blade portfolio on the market, from an ultra-compact PRIMERGY BX300 blade server to the robust four-way PRIMERGY BX600 blade server," said Richard McCormack, vice president of product and solutions marketing for Fujitsu Computer Systems. The PRIMERGY BX600 blade server is designed primarily for mid-tier application areas while its smaller and more compact sibling, the PRIMERGY BX300 blade server, is ideal for front-end applications. PRIMERGY BX600 Blade Server Technical Highlights --7U chassis with redundant, hot-plug infrastructure components --Up to four Intel(R) Xeon(TM) MP Processors running at 2.8 -- 3.2 GHz / 400 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. FSB (FrontSide Bus) See system bus. FSB - front side bus --Up to 16 GB ECC DDR-SDRAM main memory --Up to two Ultra320 hot-plug hard drives for up to 292 GB local storage --Embedded SCSI controller with RAID 0, 1 support --4 Gigabit Ethernet channels per four-way blade --Ultra-high availability and scalability based on the use of redundant components --Full support for Linux and Microsoft Windows Server 2003 --Proven and easy-to-use server management software (local/remote) --Optional automated deployment solutions PRIMERGY servers are a key product line in the Fujitsu TRIOLE(TM) strategy for optimized IT. Aiming to meet the needs for open-standard IT infrastructure systems and improved business continuity and efficiency, the TRIOLE strategy is designed to help corporations and public institutions expand the scope of their activities, quickly set up new operations, achieve system stability and reduce total cost of ownership. The PRIMERGY BX600 four-way blade server is now shipping. Prices for a PRIMERGY BX600 chassis with a single four-way capable blade start at less than $18,000 (USD USD In currencies, this is the abbreviation for the U.S. Dollar. Notes: The currency market, also known as the Foreign Exchange market, is the largest financial market in the world, with a daily average volume of over US $1 trillion. ). Additional four-way capable blades start under $8,500 (USD). About TRIOLE The TRIOLE strategy is based on real life customer experiences and three core technological areas in which Fujitsu has leading-edge expertise: integration, virtualization An umbrella term for enhancing a computer's ability to do work. Following are the ways virtualization is used. Hardware Virtualization Partitioning the computer's memory into separate and isolated "virtual machines" simulates multiple machines within one physical computer. and automation. Virtualization separates applications and data from dedicated systems; automation refers to the autonomic self-healing and adaptation of IT infrastructure to meet changing business needs; and integration is the fast, low cost and low risk implementation of those technologies across the full IT infrastructure spectrum, including server, storage, network and middleware elements. Fujitsu has applied these core concepts to develop pre-verified solution templates that will serve as functional building blocks to speed the construction of highly reliable open-system installations. About Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation Headquartered in Sunnyvale, Calif., Fujitsu Computer Systems is a wholly owned subsidiary Wholly Owned Subsidiary A subsidiary whose parent company owns 100% of its common stock. Notes: In other words, the parent company owns the company outright and there are no minority owners. of Fujitsu Limited (TSE See Tokyo Stock Exchange. TSE 1. See Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE). 2. See Toronto Stock Exchange (TSE). :6702) committed to the design, development and delivery of advanced computer systems and managed services for the business enterprise. The company offers a complete line of high-performance mobile and desktop computers, scalable and reliable servers as well as managed and professional services. Fujitsu Computer Systems emphasizes leading-edge technology, exceptional product quality, and productivity, as well as outstanding customer service. More information on Fujitsu Computer Systems is available at us.fujitsu.com/computers. About Fujitsu Fujitsu is a leading provider of customer-focused IT and communications solutions for the global marketplace. Pace-setting technologies, highly reliable computing and telecommunications platforms, and a worldwide corps of systems and services experts uniquely position Fujitsu to deliver comprehensive solutions that open up infinite possibilities for its customers' success. Headquartered in Tokyo, Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 4.6 trillion yen (US$38 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2003. For more information, please see: http://www.fujitsu.com/. Fujitsu and the Fujitsu logo are registered trademarks of Fujitsu Limited. PRIMERGY is a registered trademark of Fujitsu Siemens Computers Fujitsu Siemens Computers is a Japanese and German IT vendor, selling consumer and business computing products in the markets of Europe, the Middle East and Africa (products marketed elsewhere are sold under the Fujitsu brand). GmbH. TRIOLE is a trademark of Fujitsu Limited in Japan and other countries. Intel and Xeon are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries. Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks and product names are the property of their respective owners. The statements provided herein are for informational purposes only and may be amended or altered by Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation without notice or liability. Product description data represents Fujitsu design objectives and is provided for comparative purposes; actual results may vary based on a variety of factors. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Copyright 2004 Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation. All rights reserved. |
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