IBM Announces Enhanced General Business Series Monitors with USB Hub Option for Increased Manageability.RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK Research Triangle Park, research, business, medical, and educational complex situated in central North Carolina. It has an area of 6,900 acres (2,795 hectares) and is 8 × 2 mi (13 × 3 km) in size. Named for the triangle formed by Duke Univ. , N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 28, 1998--IBM today announced two new General Business Series monitors and a 4-Device Port Universal Serial Bus See USB. (hardware, standard) Universal Serial Bus - (USB) An external peripheral interface standard for communication between a computer and external peripherals over an inexpensive cable using biserial transmission. (USB USB in full Universal Serial Bus Type of serial bus that allows peripheral devices (disks, modems, printers, digitizers, data gloves, etc.) to be easily connected to a computer. ) hub option, providing users increased manageability on their desktop. Continuing its leadership position in visual products, IBM (International Business Machines Corporation, Armonk, NY, www.ibm.com) The world's largest computer company. IBM's product lines include the S/390 mainframes (zSeries), AS/400 midrange business systems (iSeries), RS/6000 workstations and servers (pSeries), Intel-based servers (xSeries) also reduced pricing across its entire General Business Series line today, with reductions ranging up to 9%. "These new monitors and the USB hub option provide users with increased performance, flexibility and manageability to maximize their e-business capabilities," said Alan Petersburg, manager, IBM Worldwide Visual Products. "Additionally, these products provide users a choice of enhanced features to further increase ease-of-use and end-user comfort at an affordable price." Enhanced General Business Monitors Ideal for mainstream business applications, the new G54 and G74 models replace the existing G52 and G72 and feature improved contrast for sharper, brighter images with less glareand reflections, through premium screen treatments and an enhanced, brighter tube. The G54 monitor, a 15-inch CRT (1) (C RunTime) See runtime library. (2) (Cathode Ray Tube) A vacuum tube used as a display screen in a computer monitor or TV. The viewing end of the tube is coated with phosphors, which emit light when struck by electrons. with a 13.7-inch viewable image size On a computer monitor, the viewable image size or VIS is the actual amount of screen space that is available to display a picture, without obstruction from the case or other aspects of the unit's design. , and the G74 monitor, a 17-inch CRT with a 15.9-inch viewable image size, offer flicker-free operation at optimum modes. Both monitors are equipped with a maximum horizontal frequency of 69KHz, offering 1024 x 768 addressability at an 85 Hz non-interlaced refresh rate. Additional enhancements include on-screen displays, providing users with improved usability in five language settings. The controls also offer a locking feature to prevent tampering, and Plug and Play Direct Display Communications (DDC See VESA DDC. ) capabilities for automatic configuration and asset tracking, which increases ease of use and manageability. As with all IBM monitors, the G54 and G74 meet or exceed current industry standards for energy efficiency and emission standards(1). Additionally, the G54 and G74 will be offered as touchscreen monitors by MicroTouch Systems, an IBM Business Partner. 4-Device Port Universal Serial Bus Hub A new 4-Device Port USB Hub option also was announced today, which provides users with an enhanced manageability feature that allows customers to attach up to four USB-enabled devices, such as keyboards, mice, joysticks, scanners, cameras and audio equipment to their PC systems simultaneously. Developed to fit neatly into the recess at the rear of the monitor stand, it is also available as an option to sit alongside other IBM monitors for easily connecting USB peripherals. Pricing and Availability The G54, G74 and USB Hub option are available now in the U.S. These products were made available in late June in Canada and selected European countries. The following are estimated reseller prices(2): $259 G54 Monitor $469 G74 Monitor $49 4-Device Port USB Hub Option IBM's award-winning monitors and USB Hub option are covered by a three-year limited parts and labor warranty(3). All products offer IBM's outstanding 24-hour, 7 days a week service and support(4). The Options by IBM Commitment Options by IBM is committed to providing affordable, quality solutions that are designed and optimized to enhance and protect its customers' computing investment. The Options by IBM portfolio includes storage, communications/networking, memory, multimedia, visual and accessory products for desktop, workstation, server and mobile IBM and non-IBM systems. The Options by IBM Group distributes its products to channel customers including resellers, value-added resellers and retail superstores. IBM is a registered trademark of the International Business Machines. All other products and/or company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. (1) The G54 and G74 are compliant with Energy Star and NUTEK for worldclass power savings. MPR II and TCO (1) (Total Cost of Ownership) The cost of using a computer. It includes the cost of the hardware, software and upgrades as well as the cost of the inhouse staff and/or consultants that provide training and technical support. See ROI. 95 for lowest emissions and ISO (1) See ISO speed. (2) (International Organization for Standardization, Geneva, Switzerland, www.iso.ch) An organization that sets international standards, founded in 1946. The U.S. member body is ANSI. 9241, parts 3,7 and 8 conformity for best screen performance and ergonomics. IBM provides a complete family of both 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 Flat Panel and CRT monitors. IBM received the 1998 Energy Star Computer/Monitor Partner of the Year award from the United States Environmental Protection Agency "EPA" redirects here. For other uses see EPA (disambiguation) and Environmental Protection Agency. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA or sometimes USEPA (EPA EPA eicosapentaenoic acid. EPA abbr. eicosapentaenoic acid EPA, n.pr See acid, eicosapentaenoic. EPA, n. ) recognizing IBM's achievement in developing and implementing power management features and initiatives to promote energy-efficient personal computing and help preserve the global environment. As an Energy Star Partner, IBM has determined that the products meet Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency. (2) Estimated Reseller Price only. Actual price to end-users may vary. (3) For information regarding the terms and conditions of IBM's 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. , please call 1-800-772-2227. (4) Response times may vary depending on call loads. May exclude certain holidays. IBM news releases are available on the Internet, via the IBM Home Page at http://www.ibm.com. For more information about Options by IBM, visit: http://www.ibm.com/pc/us/accessories. The IBM Fax Information Service allows you to receive facsimilies of prior IBM product releases. Simply dial 1-800-IBM-4FAX. For general information about IBM and these or other IBM Options products, dial the IBM Personal Systems Group HelpCenter at 1-800-772-2227.
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