IBM Uses Trident 3D Chip to Make Aptiva Scream; 3DImage 975 is IBM's Choice for Radical Graphical Acceleration.MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 22, 1997--When 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) needed a state-of-the-art graphics accelerator A display adapter that performs a specialized set of graphics functions to render an image on screen. Today, all display adapters provide basic rendering functions in hardware, but many have graphics processing units (GPUs) that are sophisticated computers. for their new high-performance Aptiva S Series, cutting-edge desktop PCs, they called on Trident Microsystems Trident Microsystems is a supplier of display-processors for flat panel displays (plasma, LCD, etc.). At one time, Trident was also a supplier of PC graphics chipsets and sound controllers. , Inc.'s (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on :TRID TRID Training Requirement Identification Display TRID Transaction Identifier TRID Trident Display ) 3DImage 975, designed to produce the fastest, most cost-efficient advanced 3D graphics on the market. By integrating the set-up engine in hardware, Trident has enabled IBM to double the 3D performance of their machines over previous versions. Using the 3DImage 975 on the new IBM Aptiva S Series allows the new systems to deliver arcade-quality performance to the mainstream consumer market for the first time. The Aptiva S, designed to optimize the total multimedia experience by integrating the latest technology in graphics, audio and video, uses the Pentium 200 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). and provides an upgrade path to 233MHz (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. . "We are achieving significant technology advances with the 3DImage 975 and gaining increased appreciation from mainstream PC vendors for the speed efficiency of the on-chip setup engine design. The Aptiva desktop is one of the most popular PCs on the market, because of IBM's combination of technology, quality and product support," said Frank Lin, president and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of Trident Microsystems. "It is therefore no surprise that the 3DImage 975 is handling the graphics on the highest-performance Aptiva S." The IBM Aptiva S Series has won numerous awards and industry accolades, including iF Product Design Award for its state of the art industrial design, Innovations 1997 for its innovative design concept, PC/Computing's "1996 MVP (Multimedia Video Processor) A high-speed DSP chip from Texas Instruments, introduced in 1994. Officially introduced as the TMS320C80, it combines RISC technology with the functionality of four DSPs on one chip. Award," Popular Science's "Best of What's New Award," and Windows Sources' "Stellar Award." IBM's Aptiva family has been widely recognized by noted industry publications and associations, including ComputerLife, Family PC and HomePC for its leading-edge technology, robust software and innovative design. For more information about IBM Aptiva PCs, visit the IBM Aptiva home page on the World Wide Web at http://www.pc.ibm.com/aptiva or call 800/426-7235 ext. 4340. Trident Microsystems, Inc. (NASDAQ:TRID), with headquarters in Mountain View, Calif., designs, develops and markets highly-integrated graphics and multimedia video/audio chips for PCs. Trident's products are sold through a network of OEMs, original design manufacturers and system integrators worldwide. For more information about Trident Microsystems, Inc. and its products please consult our website at http://www.tridentmicro.com . -0- Note to Editors: Trident is a registered trademark of Trident Microsystems, Inc. 3DImage 975 is a trademark of Trident Microsystems, Inc. All other trademarks used herein are the property of their respective owners. CONTACT: Trident Microsystems Peter Brown, 415/943-3761 pbrown@tridmicr.com tridentmicro.com |
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