Hitachi PC Expands VisionBook Notebook Series To Incorporate Intel's New Mobile Pentium Processor With MMX Technology; 200/233MHz Processing Power Available in Hitachi's VisionBook Pro and Elite Notebooks.SAN JOSE San Jose, city, United States San Jose (sănəzā`, săn hōzā`), city (1990 pop. 782,248), seat of Santa Clara co., W central Calif.; founded 1777, inc. 1850. , Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 8, 1997-- -0-
Hitachi VisionBook Pro and Elite Key Features
-- Intel's powerful 200MHz and 233MHz Mobile Pentium
processors with MMX technology, Level 2 cache in either 256KB
or 512KB configurations and hard disk drives in excess of 4GB.
-- A brilliant 13.3-inch TFT display that provides 1024 x 768
(XGA) resolution and 21 percent more viewing area over a
12.1-inch display.
-- Two modular bays supporting a 20X CD-ROM, floppy disk drive or
a second battery.
-- Modular CPU design lowers total cost of ownership and increases
reliability.
-- The Hitachi VisionBook Pro model features a complete integrated
communications solution with a cellular-ready U.S.Robotics 56K(a)
modem with x2 technology and a 10BaseT Ethernet LAN port.
-- Carbon fiber resin casing for strength and durability without
added weight.
-- Hitachi VisionBook Pro and Elite with Intel's 200MHz and 233MHz
processors will be available in the fourth quarter.
Delivering superior performance and enhanced multimedia capabilities, Hitachi PC Corporation announced today the next generation of mobilized computing solutions incorporating Intel's new 200MHz (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 233MHz Mobile Pentium See Pentium M. processors with MMX technology MMX technology - Matrix Math eXtensions . The Hitachi VisionBook Pro and Elite notebooks provide business professionals with the processing power, increased multimedia performance and integrated communications features that users have come to expect in an increasing need to share information among people and companies around the world. "Intel's latest Mobile Pentium Processor with MMX technology delivers a new level of performance to mobile professionals wanting true real-time computing “Realtime” redirects here. For other uses, see Realtime (disambiguation). In computer science, real-time computing (RToC) is the study of hardware and software systems which are subject to a "real-time constraint"—i.e. for applications such as wireless networking See wireless network. , Web communications and video conferencing See videoconferencing. (communications) video conferencing - A discussion between two or more groups of people who are in different places but can see and hear each other using electronic communications. ," said Mark Yahiro, vice president of marketing and business development for Hitachi PC Corp. "Combining Intel's 233MHz Pentium processor with Hitachi's VisionBook notebooks provides users with a high-powered, reliable mobilized computing solution without tying them to a desk." According to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. Steve Nachsheim, vice president and general manager of Intel's Mobile/Handheld Products Group, "The Hitachi PC VisionBook assures outstanding mobile computing Using a computing device while in transit. Mobile computing implies wireless transmission, but wireless transmission does not necessarily imply mobile computing. Fixed wireless applications use satellites, radio systems and lasers to transmit between permanent objects such as buildings performance with Intel's 200MHz and 233MHz mobile Pentium processor with MMX technology and integrated communications capabilities." Hitachi VisionBook Pro A high performance and full-featured computer with desktop power, the Hitachi VisionBook Pro features a 233MHz Intel Pentium Processor with MMX technology, a 20X 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). , 32MB RAM, 13.3-inch XGA (EXtended Graphics Array) A screen resolution of 1,024x768 pixels. The term stems from IBM's XGA display standard introduced in 1990, which extended VGA to 132-column text and interlaced 1,024x768x256 resolution. XGA-2 later added non-interlaced 1,024x768x64K. TFT (Thin Film Transistor) The term typically refers to active matrix screens on laptop computers. Active matrix LCD provides a sharper screen display and broader viewing angle than does passive matrix. See LCD and thin film. TFT - Thin Film transistor display and a hard disk drive in excess of 4GB. In addition, the Hitachi VisionBook Pro offers an integrated U.S.Robotics 56K(a) cellular-ready modem with x2 technology and a 10BaseT 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. port to provide businesses a seamless communications solution. With its integrated core communications capabilities, the Hitachi VisionBook Pro provides customers a valuable mobilized computing experience. Hitachi VisionBook Elite Weighing in at slightly over five pounds, the Hitachi VisionBook Elite provides flexibility as well as desktop capabilities. A fully-integrated mobile solution, the Hitachi VisionBook Elite features a 200MHz Intel Pentium processor with MMX technology, a 13.3-inch XGA TFT display, a cellular-ready U.S.Robotics 56K modem with x2 technology, a removable 3.2GB hard disk drive and 16MB of RAM. Hitachi PC Warranty, Service and Support The Hitachi VisionBook Pro and Elite notebooks have a three-year warranty with an optional two-year extension available. Backed by Hitachi quality, Hitachi PC provides toll-free, twenty-four by seven, state-of-the-art customer support at 800/HITACHI (outside the U.S. call 408/321.5216). The service line provides fast-response technical support for any Hitachi mobile computer under warranty. Additionally, Hitachi PC offers pick-up, delivery and repair with a 24-hour turn-around service so customers never have to be without their computer for long. For a modest fee, customers may take advantage of other service programs including an international warranty extension for shipping coverage outside North America and a screen warranty extension that covers accidental screen damage. About Hitachi PC Corporation Hitachi PC Corp. (USA) is the leading developer of Mobilized Computing tools that provide global reach and universal access to information and resources anytime, anyplace. Hitachi PC designs, manufactures and markets personal computers with advanced, integrated communication solutions that connect "out-of-the-box" to the Internet, intranets and other sources of mission-critical information. Headquartered in San Jose, Hitachi PC Corp. is a subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd. (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange :HIT), and Hitachi America, Ltd. Hitachi, Ltd., with headquarters in Tokyo, is one of the world's leading global electronics companies, with fiscal 1996 consolidated sales (ending March 31, 1997) of $68.7 billion(aa). The company markets and manufactures a wide range of products, including computers, semiconductors, consumer products and power and industrial equipment. -0- NOTE TO EDITORS: All Hitachi PC press releases are available at the Hitachi PC Corp. Web site - http.//www.HitachiPC.com. The Hitachi PC Web site offers additional information about Hitachi PC, products and business partners. (a) All U.S.Robotics x2 products are capable of 56Kbps downloads, however due to FCC (1) (Federal Communications Commission, Washington, DC, www.fcc.gov) The U.S. government agency that regulates interstate and international communications including wire, cable, radio, TV and satellite. The FCC was created under the U.S. rules, which restrict power output of your service provider's modems, current downloads speeds are limited to approximately 53Kbps. Actual speeds may vary depending on line conditions. (aa) At an exchange rate of 106 Yen to the U.S. dollar. Hitachi, Hitachi PC, Hitachi VisionBook Series, Hitachi VisionBook Pro, Hitachi VisionBook Elite and the Hitachi logo are trademarks of Hitachi, Ltd. Mobilized Computing and Remote Control are trademarks of Hitachi PC Corp. (USA), which may be registered in some jurisdictions. X2 is a registered trademark of USRobotics Corp. Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corp. MMX (MultiMedia EXtensions) A set of 57 additional instructions built into the Pentium MMX chip for improved multimedia and modem performance by performing mathematical operations on multiple sets of data at the same time (see SIMD). is a trademark of Intel Corp. All other names and products are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. CONTACT: Maples Communications Inc. Traci Renner or Lina Celella 408/321-5234 trenner@maples.com or lcelella@maples.com |
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