Xyratex adds network testing functionality to Fibre Channel protocol analyzer; also new Windows '95 versions of protocol analyzer and test adapter.LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 11, 1996-- Xyratex' PowerTest and QuickTest Fibre Channel Test Systems are the most advanced on the market and bring unparalleled functionality to storage device and interface developers. Xyratex previews at COMDEX The former, premier computer trade show in the U.S. Although it grew into an end user event, it was originally created for dealers and distributors (it was the COMputer Dealers EXposition). its new Windows 95 system and IP (Internet Protocol See Internet and TCP/IP. (networking) Internet Protocol - (IP) The network layer for the TCP/IP protocol suite widely used on Ethernet networks, defined in STD 5, RFC 791. IP is a connectionless, best-effort packet switching protocol. ) decode functionality. Xyratex, foremost developers of test systems for the storage industry, has announced that it has added network testing functionality to its Fibre Channel Protocol Analyzer See network analyzer. . The new version provides testing for definable both storage and network protocols and will soon be available in a Windows '95 version. Visitors to the FCLC FCLC Florida Certified Landscape Contractor FCLC Fiber Channel Loop Community (promotional organization for FCAL) FCLC Fibre Channel Loop Community (Fibre Channel Loop Community) Booth No. M232 at COMDEX `96 Nov. 18-22 will see demonstrations of this latest product; together with Xyratex' Fibre Channel Performance Benchmarking Software. Additionally, Xyratex is making wide available a Windows '95 version of its FC-AL (Fibre Channel-Arbitrated Loop) See Fibre Channel. FC-AL - Fibre Channel-Arbitrated Loop. test adapter. Fibre Channel FC-AL is an advanced 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 architecture running at up to 1Gb per second. The technology is redefining peripheral interface designs and has attracted support from major industrial players, including communications companies. "We have added user protocols such as IP decode capabilities to our Fibre Channel products to provide customers with greater flexibility and broaden the scope of our market," said Paul Wetton, marketing manager, Xyratex. "Additionally, the Windows '95 version gives our product a wider range of usability features." Test Hardware Platforms Each hardware platform, or CPU family, has a unique machine language. All software presented to the computer for execution must be in the binary coded machine language of that CPU. Following is a list of the major hardware platforms in existence today. See platform. Xyratex' FC-AL test technology with Test Adapter and Protocol Analyzer functionality is the most advanced on the market. The Test Adapter and Protocol Analyzer hardware are based on high performance RISC processors supporting transfer rates of up to 1Gb per second. Custom hardware design provides unbeatable performance. Development Software Xyratex' PowerTest and QuickTest FC-AL Test and Development software bring unparalleled functionality to storage device and subsystem interface developers. QuickTest provides instant testing, while PowerTest has expanded capabilities and flexible features. The user interfaces provide both menu-driven and test case language control and are common across Xyratex range of test platforms for Fibre Channel, SSA (Serial Storage Architecture) A fault tolerant peripheral interface from IBM that transfers data at 80 and 160 Mbytes/sec. SSA uses SCSI commands, allowing existing software to drive SSA peripherals, which are typically disk drives. and Ultra SCSI The designation for various high-speed SCSI interfaces. The original specification was Ultra SCSI, followed by Ultra2, Ultra3, etc. For details, see SCSI. . Benchmarking Software Xyratex also provides application software for PowerTest and QuickTest systems, enabling Performance Benchmarking of FC-AL devices across a range of parameters. About Xyratex Xyratex is a major manufacturer of information storage products which it markets under its own name, and manufactures under contract for major computer companies. Xyratex focuses on the production of hard disk drives, storage systems, networking equipment and test systems for disk drives. Additionally, Xyratex provides warranty and repair services for disk drives, monitors and floppy disks. Xyratex was established as an independent company in December 1994 and has headquarters in Havant, England. It also has sales and development offices in San Jose San Jose, city, United States San Jose (sănəzā`, săn hōzā`), city (1990 pop. 782,248), seat of Santa Clara co., W central Calif.; founded 1777, inc. 1850. and Newport Beach, Calif. and in Singapore, and a warranty and repair centre in Etten-Leur Holland. Customers are further served by a worldwide marketing network. -0- NOTE: Trademarks referred to are the property of the companies mentioned. All other trademarks are the property of Xyratex. Further information can be obtained on Xyratex's Web page: www.xyratex.co.uk Reader Enquiries: Gloria Possert, US Phone: 714/476-1016 CONTACT: The Benjamin Group Inc. Lisa Zwick, 714/753-0755 Internet: lzwick@oc.tbgi.com or Xyratex Val Russell Phone: 01705 443135 Internet:v_russell@uk.xyratex.com |
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