Micron Electronics and 3Com Corporation Announce First All-In-One Networking and Internet Solution for Small Businesses as Part of Micron's MConnect Initiative.NAMPA, Idaho--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 28, 1999-- -- Micron Includes Complete Networking Solution at No Charge with Lease of Three Micron Millennia PCs -- Micron Electronics, Inc. (Nasdaq:MUEI) and 3Com Corporation (Nasdaq:COMS COMS 3Com Corporation (stock symbol) COMS Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist COMS Continuous Opacity Monitoring Systems COMS City of Manchester Stadium (UK) ) today announced the details of a strategic agreement to provide small business customers with an all-in-one, pre-configured and tested networking solution. Designed for small businesses and home businesses, the solution enables users to easily connect office PCs and to access the Internet Internet Publicly accessible computer network connecting many smaller networks from around the world. It grew out of a U.S. Defense Department program called ARPANET (Advanced Research Projects Agency Network), established in 1969 with connections between computers at the quickly. The solution includes Micron(tm) Millennia(R) PCs with pre-installed 3Com(R) network interface cards, 3Com's awarding-winning OfficeConnect(R) 56K(Note A) 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. Modem and OfficeConnect Dual Speed Hub 8, and cabling. Micron has developed this easy-to-use, Internet-ready networking solution for small, growing businesses with 2-10 computers. The all-in-one solution virtually eliminates confusion for customers who may not have much technical expertise or networking knowledge, and is ideal for those who require a proven, no-hassle, cost-effective cost-effective, n the minimal expenditure of dollars, time, and other elements necessary to achieve the health care result deemed necessary and appropriate. product. Micron also announced a special free offer with the networking solution. The company will include, at no charge, the 3Com OfficeConnect 56K LAN Modem and cabling with the lease of three to six Micron Millennia PCs. For business customers who lease seven or more Micron Millennia PCs, Micron will provide both the OfficeConnect LAN Modem and OfficeConnect Dual Speed Hub 8 and cabling at no charge. Micron and 3Com will be offering the small business networking This article needs sources or references that appear in reliable, third-party publications. Alone, primary sources and sources affiliated with the subject of this article are not sufficient for an accurate encyclopedia article. solution as a key component of Micron's recently announced MConnect technology initiative, a multi-faceted program designed to offer value-packed PC-based technology services and solutions to small businesses and consumers. In its first phase, Micron's MConnect program provides one year of prepaid pre·pay tr.v. pre·paid, pre·pay·ing, pre·pays To pay or pay for beforehand. pre·pay  ment n. unlimited Internet access See how to access the Internet. through
EarthLink(Note B), customized consumer and small business start pages
through Yahoo!, and 3Com's small business networking solution.
These solutions are being offered together or separately on select
configurations of Micron's Millennia product line. (See separate
press release, "Micron Electronics Announces Agreements with
EarthLink, Yahoo!, and 3Com Corporation to Deliver PC-based Technology
and Services Through Its New MConnect Program," dated April 6,
1999.)
"Small businesses have unique needs and concerns when it comes to setting up an office network and accessing the Internet," said Michael Gale Michael Gale is a former Australian rules football player who played in the VFL/AFL between 1985 and 1993 for the Fitzroy Football Club and then from 1994 to 1998 for the Richmond Football Club. , Vice President of the Web business at Micron Electronics. "This high quality solution is designed to meet those needs while eliminating the hassle Hassle () is a location in Närke, Sweden, where a Celtic treasure was found in 1936. It comprises a large bronze cauldron which contained two Bronze Age swords of the Hallstatt type, a pommel of bronze, two bronze buckets with and confusion for our customers. The Millennia PC, combined with 3Com's OfficeConnect networking products, is a sure-win for a small business customer looking for Looking for In the context of general equities, this describing a buy interest in which a dealer is asked to offer stock, often involving a capital commitment. Antithesis of in touch with. a fast and easy way to get networked and onto the Internet." "3Com and Micron are extending their strengths in the small business market by focusing on customer needs and then delivering complete network solutions to meet those demands," said Karen Oddey, Vice President of Marketing for 3Com. "Small businesses want to take advantage of networking and the Internet because they see the advantages and value it adds to their businesses, however they want solutions that are easy and help with determining what products are best for their needs. By broadening the meaning of `delivering a solution', we're offering small business customers a single source for office computing computing - computer and networking solutions. We've made it very simple." Small Business Networking Solution Along with the Millennia desktop computer, the solution includes 3Com's OfficeConnect 56K LAN Modem, one OfficeConnect Dual Speed Hub 8, and all necessary cables. This combination of products provides reliable office networking and access to the Internet for up to 10 computers over standard analog telephone lines. The award-winning 3Com OfficeConnect LAN Modem combines the dial-up capabilities of a modem with an Ethernet hub A device that all lines on an Ethernet segment are plugged into. 10Base-T and 100Base-T Ethernets are star networks and require a hub for operation. The earlier 10Base5 and 10Base2 Ethernets are bus networks, but are often wired into a star configuration using a central hub for improved , eliminating the COM port A serial communications port on a PC. See COM1 and serial port. com port - communications port bottleneck A lessening of throughput. It often refers to networks that are overloaded, which is caused by the inability of the hardware and transmission lines to support the traffic. It can also refer to a mismatch inside the computer where slower-speed peripheral buses and devices prevent the CPU and allowing simultaneous local networking for up to 25 PCs when configured con·fig·ure tr.v. con·fig·ured, con·fig·ur·ing, con·fig·ures To design, arrange, set up, or shape with a view to specific applications or uses: with three OfficeConnect Dual Speed Hub 8 products. The LAN Modem is easy to setup See BIOS setup and install program. and use and gives users unparalleled speed. All the necessary cables, also part of the all-in-one solution from Micron, will be shipped to customers with every order placed, based on the customer's specific requirements. Millennia Desktop Computers The Millennia line of desktop computers is aimed at small business and power users who tend to frequent the Internet and use applications that are rich in graphics, sound and video. Millennia desktop computers are available with a range of processors, including the Intel Celeron 466 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. processor, and other high-performance components that rank it at or near the top of performance charts for PCs. In addition to the hardware and software solution, Micron provides a dedicated telephone sales and technical support team to address customers' needs. Micron offers a variety of service options to meet every customer's need, from the standard one-year onsite warranty to dedicated systems management and consulting services Noun 1. consulting service - service provided by a professional advisor (e.g., a lawyer or doctor or CPA etc.) service - work done by one person or group that benefits another; "budget separately for goods and services" . Pricing and Availability Micron is including the OfficeConnect 56K LAN Modem networking solution, including cables, at no charge with the business lease of three to six Micron Millennia systems (enables four LAN connections). With the business lease of seven or more Millennia systems, Micron will include the OfficeConnect LAN Modem and OfficeConnect Dual Speed Hub 8 (enables ten LAN connections) and cables at no charge. Individual product pricing begins at $289 for the OfficeConnect LAN Modem plus cable; the OfficeConnect Dual Speed Hub 8 is available for an additional $269. The networking solution is available immediately. Customers can purchase it directly from Micron by calling 800/249-1179 or online through its web site at www.micronpc.com. Other Micron `Beyond the Box' Features Customers who purchase Micron Millennia desktop systems also receive the benefits of Micron's exclusive technology-enhancing programs and services, which are not available from any other vendor. Every customer who purchases a new Micron system receives a free, one-year enrollment in Micron University, an online training resource that can help customers make the most of their computer investment. MicronU gives customers worldwide access to over 150 Internet-based training courses, seminars and tutorials 24 hours per day, 7 days a week. MicronU consists of both self-paced tutorials for popular applications as well as instructor-led courses covering everything from Advanced C++ programming to Windows NT (Windows New Technology) A 32-bit operating system from Microsoft for Intel x86 CPUs. NT is the core technology in Windows 2000 and Windows XP (see Windows). Available in separate client and server versions, it includes built-in networking and preemptive multitasking. Systems Administration. In addition, Micron makes the purchase of a new computer easier with its MPower(tm) program, which includes flexible financing, trade-in of older computers, and environmentally safe computer disposal. Micron is an established participant in the 3Com Connected(tm) program integrating 3Com's leading Internet and network connectivity products into its desktop PCs, notebooks and server lines. Micron's Millennia product line features easy access to the Internet with reliable, industry-leading modem connections from 3Com. About 3Com With more than 200 million customers worldwide, 3Com Corporation connects more people in more ways to information than any other networking company. 3Com delivers innovative information access products and network system solutions to large, medium and small enterprises; carriers and network service providers; PC OEMs; and consumers. 3Com -- More connected(tm). For further information, visit 3Com's World Wide Web site at www.3com.com or the press site at www.3com.com/pressbox. About Micron Electronics Micron Electronics, Inc. (Nasdaq:MUEI), a recognized industry leader and direct vendor known for its award-winning products and services, develops, manufactures and markets high-performance, competitively priced computing solutions to consumers, small businesses, commercial and public sector buyers. Its superior customer service and toll-free technical support is available to customers 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Micron offers value and convenience through direct sales via the Internet (www.micronpc.com), by phone 800/249-1179 or by fax 208/893-7240. Millennia is a registered trademark and MPower is a trademark of Micron Electronics, Inc. 3Com and OfficeConnect are registered trademarks and 3Com Connected and More connected. is a trademark of 3Com Corporation. Note A: Capable of receiving downloads at up to 56 Kbps and sending at up to 31.2 Kbps. 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. regulations on power output, receiving speeds are limited to 53 Kbps. Actual speeds may vary. Requires compatible analog phone The original telephone technology, which converts air vibrations into an analogous electrical frequency. Unless a key telephone system, digital PBX or voice over IP (VoIP) is used, most homes and small offices still use analog phones, and the local loop is mostly analog. line and server equipment. See www.3com.com/56K for details. Note B: Credit card information must be provided to activate account at EarthLink. Customers will not be charged for usage under the one year prepaid access offer. |
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