Pyro 1394 Drive Kit Converts Internal Storage Into FireWire; ADS Technologies Announces External FireWire Storage Device For Macs.Business Editors MACWORLD Expo SF 2000 (Booth 3226) SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 5, 2000 Today at MacWorld Expo, ADS Technologies, a leading manufacturer of external bus technologies, announced the Pyro py·ro n. pl. py·ros Slang A person who has a compulsion to set fires; a pyromaniac. (TM) 1394 Drive Kit for FireWire(TM)-enabled Macs. Designed to convert internal storage devices into external FireWire(TM) drives, the Pyro(TM) 1394 Drive Kit provides an ideal storage solution for multimedia producers and digital video editors with data-intensive creative projects. The Pyro(TM) 1394 Drive Kit features an external drive enclosure that enables users to convert an IDE Ultra DMA/33 or 66 drive, 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). , CD-RW (CD-ReWritable) The only rewritable CD technology. CD-RW disks look like other CD media, but with close inspection, they have a more polished surface with a very dark blue-gray cast. , DVD DVD: see digital versatile disc. DVD in full digital video disc or digital versatile disc Type of optical disc. The DVD represents the second generation of compact-disc (CD) technology. or DVD-RAM A rewritable DVD disc endorsed by the DVD Forum. Using phase change technology, DVD-RAMs are like removable hard disks, and the media can be rewritten 100,000 times compared to 1,000 times for DVD-RW and DVD+RW. The first DVD-RAM drives with a capacity of 2.6GB (single sided) or 5. drive into a FireWire(TM) drive simply by plugging into the ADS Native Bridge Board inside the enclosure. The enclosure includes three FireWire(TM) ports, with the third acting as a repeater. Plug and Play and hot swappable, the Pyro(TM) Drive Kit is ideal for users who need a faster bus than 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. , but do not want the installation hassle of SCSI SCSI in full Small Computer System Interface Once common standard for connecting peripheral devices (disks, modems, printers, etc.) to small and medium-sized computers. SCSI has given way to faster standards, such as Firewire and USB. devices. This affordable and user-friendly storage device specifically targets users taking advantage of the digital video capabilities of the Power Macintosh G3(TM), G4(TM) or Apple's iMacDV(TM) with iMOVIE or QuickTime. "Digital video requires a tremendous amount of storage," remarked Mike McCoy, president of ADS Technologies. "The Pyro(TM) 1394 Drive Kit offers the ideal DV storage solution. It's flexible, easy to use, simple to install and has maximum data throughput." System Requirements The PYRO(TM) 1394 Drive Kit includes: PYRO(TM) 1394 Drive Enclosure; two meter, 6-pin to 6-pin FireWire(TM) cable; 10 inch, 6-pin to 6-pin FireWire(TM) daisy chain cable; flat ribbon cable; screw kit for installing hard drives or CD drives; bezel The front cover of a desktop or tower computer case. The term also refers to the individual drive bay covers, which are removed to install CD-ROMs and other removable drives that require access from the front of the case. cover for hard drive installation; and a power cord. Requires: FireWire(TM)-enabled Mac (G3, G4, or iMacDV); Mac OS 9.0 Availability and Cost The PYRO(TM) 1394 Drive Kit shipping date: February 2000. Estimated Street Price: $189. About ADS Technologies Inc. ADS Technologies Inc. brings the cutting-edge technology of upgrade, network and presentation solutions to the personal computer marketplace. The privately-held company manufactures USB and 1394 solutions, and scan converters for both PCs and Macs. For more information or graphics, contact Christina Cu at 800/888-5244 or visit the "Media Center" at www.adstech.com. |
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