XLR8 Releases "Cache Blasting" Super Compatible Software for Upgraded and Native G3 Systems Including iMacs; Version 1.3.2 is 8.6 Compatible for All G3 Systems.ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 13, 1999-- XLR XLR X-linked lymphocyte regulated XLR X-Linked Recessive (genetics) XLR Accelar (Nortel/Bay network switch) XLR Ground Left Right (digital audio) 8(R), a leading developer and marketer of performance Enhancement products for Mac OS based computers announced yet another enhanced version -- 1.3.2 -- of its MACh Speed G3 Control w/ PowerPack Software. Right on the heels of its SmartControl, Virtual Firmware A category of memory chips that hold their content without electrical power. Firmware includes flash, ROM, PROM, EPROM and EEPROM technologies. When holding program instructions, firmware can be thought of as "hard software." See flash memory, ROM, PROM, EPROM, EEPROM and FOTA. , and Automated Cache Technology, XLR8 introduces a new performance wave for all G3 systems. From iMacs(R), to PowerBooks, to its own MACh Speed G3 Upgrades, the new MACh G3 Control delivers compatibility and performance -- cache speeds boosted 33% faster (tested via Macbench 5) on most Apple(R) systems. New Performance for Native G3 Apple Systems The MACh Speed G3 Control completely tests the CPU CPU in full central processing unit Principal component of a digital computer, composed of a control unit, an instruction-decoding unit, and an arithmetic-logic unit. and cache on start-up, then offers the user the option of running the cache faster than its shipped speed, when possible. Testing shows that over 75% of the standard systems are actually shipped with cache speeds faster than their promoted speed. For example, all 233 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. iMacs with caches at 116 run successfully at 155 MHz. Users now receive the benefit of full cache (and RAM testing via the PowerPack) plus maximum speed from a simple software package. MACh Speed G3 control is fully 8.6 compatible, OS X server compliant, and supports the iMac, PowerBook G3 and Power Macintosh See Power Mac. (computer) Power Macintosh - Apple Computer's personal computer based on the PowerPC, introduced on 1994-03-14. Existing 680x0 code (both applications and device drivers) run on Power Macintosh systems without modification via a Motorola 68LC040 emulator. G3 systems. New Compatibility for Upgraded G3 Apple Systems For users of any branded G3 CPU upgrade, XLR8's G3 Control 1.3.2 provides new compatibility and ease of use. The new version provides automated cache and CPU testing with cache speed options not available with non-XRL8 brand G3 software. MACh Speed G3 Control delivers full compatibility with all add-in cards and software (that previously suffered G3 upgrade incompatibilities) such as Adaptec 2940, Media 100 video, and Dantz Retrospect. This new 1.3.2 version has been tested and is compatible with boards from XLR8, NewerTech, Sonnet sonnet, poem of 14 lines, usually in iambic pentameter, restricted to a definite rhyme scheme. There are two prominent types: the Italian, or Petrarchan, sonnet, composed of an octave and a sestet (rhyming abbaabba cdecde , Mactell, Vimage, and PowerLogix on Mac OS 8.5.1 and 8.6. "We promised extreme engineering when we brought the DayStar team to XLR8," said Gary Dailey, Director of Marketing, "now everyone can benefit." Available today, all users of XLR8 brand G3 upgrades such as the MACh Speed G3 and G3Z and its newly announced MACh Carrier, and CarrierZIF upgrades will receive the new G3 control 1.3.2 with their product, or they can download for free via www.xlr8.com. Users of native G3 systems (iMac, PowerBook G3, Power Macintosh G3) and other brands of G3 upgrades can download the software for $29, or purchase a CD version for $49 via www.star-teck.com (an XLR8 and DayStar authorized electronic reseller). Additional G3 Control benefits include the following, per earlier release: - Safe Cache Settings and improved user feedback - Through informative instruction dialogs and process bar during cache testing - Automated Startup - Exclusive feature allows the user to set a selected speed from built in list of speeds available, or at the user's option -- thus automatically selecting the fastest and most compatible speed on startup - Virtual Firmware - Exclusive software routine/technique that allows G3 Control to execute performance and compatibility routines before any hardware or software initialize To start anew, which typically involves clearing all or some part of memory or disk. - User-Friendly Interface - No more "ratios" and "buses." G3 Control simply uses choices based on megahertz One million cycles per second. See MHz. MegaHertz - (MHz) Millions of cycles per second. The unit of frequency used to measure the clock rate of modern digital logic, including microprocessors. (MHz) and megabyte One million bytes, or more precisely 1,048,576 bytes. Also MB, Mbyte and M-byte. See mega and space/time. (unit) megabyte - (MB, colloquially "meg") 2^20 = 1,048,576 bytes = 1024 kilobytes. 1024 megabytes are one gigabyte. (MB). All the mathematical equations are calculated automatically. A "tab" based interface lets users move easily from settings to support information, to an advanced setting area that allows customization configurations. Finally, XLR8's G3 Control includes the PowerPack - PowerControl and PowerFrax software. The PowerPack is a spin-off of DayStar's base engineering software and diagnostic tools. PowerControl provides configuration testing, RAM configuration, testing for RAM, 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. , and full CPU load analysis with Internet updating. PowerFrax is the exclusive multi-functional fractal generator that builds 2-D and 3-D graphics and is also AltiVec and Internet ready! For more information on XLR8's entire line of performance tools, you can reach them at 316-636-5544, or via the website at www.XLR8.com. About XLR8 XLR8 is the Macintosh focused division of Interex, a 17-year leader in the connectivity and power protection industry. XLR8 products lead the industry with engineering, compatibility and performance. Product offerings include: the MACh Speed G3 upgrade series, MACh Carrier G3, CarrierZIF, MACh Speed G3 Control w/ PowerPack, InterView 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. , DualPort USB, the USB Performance Package, Point&Scroll Mouse A mouse with a rubber or plastic wheel located between the left and right buttons (the "scroll wheel"). Also known as a "wheel mouse," when you move the wheel back and forth, it scrolls the content of the active window. , and additional accessories for all Mac OS based systems. XLR8 products are available in more than 16,000 computer superstores, mass merchants, wholesale clubs, computer electronic superstores, wholesale distributors, resellers and online catalogs worldwide. XLR8 maintains a full information resource center on the Internet at www.xlr8.com. All products are backed by toll-free tech support at 800-513-9744, ext. 333, a full two-year limited warranty Limited warranty A warranty with certain conditions and limitations on the parts covered, type of damage covered, and/or time period for which the agreement is good. and a 30-day money back guarantee through authorized dealers. XLR8. . .tools to perform and create . . . on your Mac! |
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