Micronpc.com Expands Server Offering With the Announcement of Ultra-Thin Servers for Business.Business Editors/Technology Writers NAMPA, Idaho--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 5, 2001 Micronpc.com HP NetServer LP 1000r Delivers Performance and Value in a Small Package Micron Electronics, Inc. (Nasdaq:MUEI) today announced the availability of the micronpc.com HP NetServer(R) LP 1000r. The micronpc.com HP NetServer LP1000r, an ultra-thin 1U (1.75" tall) server incorporating dual Intel(R) Pentium(R) III processors, is available direct from micronpc.com and comes with a host of additional server solution options. The LP 1000r is designed for fast deployment, high-end management and serviceability (system) serviceability - The ease with which corrective maintenance or preventative maintenance can be performed on a system (e.g. by a hardware service technician). Higher serviceability improves availability and reduces service cost. Serviceability is one component of RAS. , and is tailored for small and medium businesses, and government agencies needing to optimize valuable data center space. The product's ultra-thin 1U form factor delivers rack space optimization without sacrificing performance, expandability, serviceability or manageability. The compact design makes it ideal for dedicated applications, as well as web-hosting, Internet/intranet, proxy, caching, access, file and print services. "The optimization of space for server deployment is a significant part of the investment consideration for business today," said Michael Adkins, division president at micronpc.com. "As data centers grow, proper planning to optimize space and resources is essential to achieve the best return for business. The micronpc.com HP NetServer LP 1000r delivers an efficient solution through state-of-the-art components, superior management, extensive service offerings and a compact server design." About the micronpc.com HP NetServer LP 1000r The micronpc.com HP NetServer LP 1000r is ideal for infrastructure and web-hosting applications. The micronpc.com HP NetServer LP 1000r supports up to two Intel Pentium III The successor to the Pentium II from Intel. Introduced in the spring of 1999 at 500 MHz, the Pentium III architecture was similar to the Pentium II with the addition of 70 new instructions optimized for multimedia (see SSE). processors running at up to a 1 GHz clock speed, three internal hot-swappable hard drives supporting storage of up to 109GB, RAID support, integrated dual-channel Ultra3 SCSI See Ultra SCSI. controller with 160MB/sec data transfer rate, open 64-bit I/O (Input/Output) The transfer of data between the CPU and a peripheral device. Every transfer is an output from one device and an input to another. See PC input/output. I/O - Input/Output slot, and up to 4GB memory support. The 1U form factor allows for installation of up to 42 servers and 84 Intel Pentium III CPUs in one rack. The micronpc.com HP NetServer LP1000r also includes extensive management features designed to deliver easy setup, maximum up-time, and seamless integration An addition of a new application, routine or device that works smoothly with the existing system. It implies that the new feature or program can be installed and used without problems. Contrast with "transparent," which implies that there is no discernible change after installation. into existing network management infrastructures. Designed for easy deployment in a rack environment, the micronpc.com HP NetServer LP 1000r comes standard with HP NetServer Navigator. HP NetServer Navigator provides automated installation and configuration, and network operating system An operating system that is designed for network use. Normally, it is a complete operating system with file, task and job management; however, with some earlier products, it was a separate component that ran under the OS; for example, LAN Server required OS/2, and LANtastic required DOS. (NOS) tuning and system optimization tips. Additional management tools standard with the LP 1000r include: HP Remote Assistant, which provides emergency remote access, Automatic Server Restart, which automatically reboots the server in the event of a NOS hang, HP Toptools, which monitors the system and alerts the network administrator, and HP Openview HP OpenView was a Hewlett Packard product range consisting of an extensive portfolio of network and systems management products. In 2007 the entire HP OpenView portfolio was rebranded under the strengthened HP Software name. Manage-x Event Manager, which provides built-in remote power cycling Power cycling, also known as performing a 120 reset (after the 110 Volt AC power supply), is the act of turning a piece of computer equipment off and then on again with the intent of recovering from a hung state. over the 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. . Micronpc.com's Think Beyond the Box(TM) Solution Micronpc.com has co-branded HP server products for customers demanding a complete set of server solutions, incorporating server peripherals, network storage and fault tolerance See fault tolerant. (architecture) fault tolerance - 1. The ability of a system or component to continue normal operation despite the presence of hardware or software faults. This often involves some degree of redundancy. 2. solutions. With intimate knowledge of the customers' computing environment, micronpc.com owns the relationship from end-to-end and provides the customer with a single point of accountability. By purchasing direct from micronpc.com, customers receive a recognized name in server excellence coupled with a direct-to-customer purchase model. Customers can configure from a wide range of feature and service offerings, plus maintain single-point contact with dedicated account teams. Some examples of services available are on-site server installation, data transfers, technical support, multi-vendor support for existing equipment, network assessment and planning, total cost of ownership studies and more. About Micron Electronics Micron Electronics, Inc. (Nasdaq:MUEI) (www.micronpc.com) is a leading Internet-centric computing company, providing award-winning computer products and services, Internet offerings, Web hosting Making a Web site available on the Internet. Many ISPs host a few personal Web pages for an individual at no additional cost above the monthly service fee, but the address is subordinate to the ISP; for example, www.friendlyisp.com/pat_smith. and business-to-business e-commerce applications for the small- and medium-size business, government, education and consumer markets. In addition to its direct business-to-business sales channel, Micron products are sold in partnership with leading retailers nationwide. Micron Electronics and its subsidiaries have $1.6 billion in fiscal 2000 revenues. The company is based in Nampa, Idaho Nampa (IPA: [næm pə]) is the largest city in Canyon County, Idaho, United States, and the second largest in the state. Only the capital city, Boise, is larger. . More information regarding the company and its Internet-centric computing strategy can be found at http://about.micronpc.com/financials/reports.html |
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