TriGem Computer Incorporates Agate Technologies' "Hot Swap" Function in New DreamSys61 ChangeUp Computers.FREMONT, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 27, 1998--TriGem Computer Inc. has teamed up with U.S.-based Agate Technologies Inc. to enhance the quality, manageability and convenience of PC computing. TriGem's new DreamSys61 ChangeUp Family of PC computers includes the Hot Swap To pull out a component from a system and plug in a new one while the main power is still on. Also called "hot plug" and "hot insertion," hot swap is a feature of USB devices, allowing an external drive, network adapter or other peripheral to be plugged in without having to power down the Package, a docking module that includes Agate's "hot swap" hardware and software technology. Hot swapping (hardware) hot swapping - The connection and disconnection of peripherals or other components without interrupting system operation. This facility may have design implications for both hardware and software. enables users to quickly and conveniently exchange multiple devices without having to shut the system down. The DreamSys61 ChangeUp 4180 and 4190 PC computers feature the Front Loading Front loading is USA's Defense Department jargon for a method used by the Military-industrial complex to increase defense funding. The phrase is commonly used together with "political engineering" Quote from Franklin C. HDD (Hard Disk Drive) See hard disk and HDD caddy. HDD - hard disk drive kit in the Hot Swap Package. This removable docking module is customized with Agate's chip and board design and is bundled with Agate's Tioman software to allow for hot swappability. The Hot Swap Package allows users to exchange their IDE and ATAPI (AT Attachment Packet Interface) The specification for ATA (IDE) tape drives and CD-ROMs. See IDE. ATAPI - AT Attachment Packet Interface devices, including hard disk drives and other accessory devices, such as a Zip drive See Zip disk. (hardware, storage) Zip Drive - A disk drive from Iomega Corporation which takes removable 100 megabyte hard disks. Both internal and external drives are manufactured, making the drive suitable for backup, mass storage or for moving files between computers. , LS-120 drive, magneto-optical drive magneto-optical drive - magneto-optical disk , and even 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. , without having to shut down or reconfigure the system. The customized version of the Tioman software automatically detects, configures and identifies the device, and creates an icon in the user's Windows "My Computer" folder. Before the user removes the docking module from the DreamSys61 ChangeUp's bay, the software verifies that files are closed and automatically prepares the device for removal. "The new DreamSys61 ChangeUp computers represent our dedication to providing our customers the expandability, reliability, security, and convenience that they want from their system," said Si Jin Ryu Ryū (竜 or りゅう or リュウ Ryū , manager of product marketing for TriGem Computers. "TriGem and Agate are working together to meet these needs by developing revolutionary solutions like our new Hot Swap Package." "As a leading computer manufacturer in Korea, TriGem will enable our company to leapfrog competitive alternatives in the international computing arena," said Vincent Ooi, president of Agate Technologies in Silicon Valley. "We are excited about this partnership and feel that TriGem's new Hot Swap Package will help pave the way for future applications of our 'hot swap' technology in more desktop systems." TriGem Computer is one of the fastest growing computer companies in the world. Established in 1980, TriGem is Korea's leading computer company with sales in excess of $1.0 billion. Its products are recognized internationally for its high quality and confidence-inspiring performance. TriGem is committed to pursuing leading-edge computers and is investing tremendously in research and development. TriGem Computer Group is based in Seoul, Korea with offices in Beijing, Zhongfu, and Fuzhou, China and Japan, Singapore, U.K., and the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. . For additional information on TriGem and its products, users can visit the company's Web site at www.trigem.com, or call 82-2-3774-3544. Founded in 1996, Agate Technologies is a pioneer in the design and development of removable storage solutions for notebook and PC applications. Agate is the first company to provide OEM's with software and hardware solutions that enable users to "hot swap" or "warm swap To pull out a component from a system and plug in a new one without turning the power off. It often refers to pulling or inserting removable drives (CD-ROM, floppy, etc.) in a laptop, typically in a suspend mode. Contrast with hot swap. " IDE and ATAPI devices such as the ZIP, LS-120, MO, TR-4 devices or a second hard drive. With headquarters in Fremont, Calif., Agate is positioned in manufacturing, marketing, sales, and development support in the United States, Europe, and Asia. For additional information about Agate Technologies and its products, visit the company's Web site at http://www.agatetech.com, call 510/492-5430 or E-mail sales@agatetech.com. Editor's Note: DreamSys61 ChangeUp and TriGem are trademarks or registered trademarks of TriGem Computer Inc. Agate, Agate Technologies Inc., and the Agate logo are registered trademarks and Tioman is a trademark of Agate Technologies Inc. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corp. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. CONTACT: T&O/Roberts Mealer Lori Baxter, 949/855-7870 lbaxter@topr.com or TriGem Computer Inc. Si Jin Ryu, 82-2-3774-3544 sjryu@trigem.com |
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