SOURCE: LSI Logic Corporation
LSI Logic Joins Compork's PCI-X Golden
Master Program
LSI Logic to License PCI-X Core Technology in
Development of Products Using Fusion-MPT Architecture for
High-Performance Storage Designs
MILPITAS, Calif., Sept. 6 /PRNewswire/ -- LSI Logic Corporation (NYSE: LSI - news), a leading supplier
of communications chips and storage network solutions, announced today that it has joined the
Compaq Computer Corporation (NYSE: CPQ - news) PCI-X Golden Master Program. As part of this
innovative program, LSI Logic will obtain early access to the benefits of Compaq's PCI-X core
development technology to produce competitive storage solutions that compliment LSI Logic's
Fusion-MPT(TM) (Message Passing Technology) architecture for high-performance I/O products.
``LSI Logic is proud to be supporting the Golden Master Program, which is yet another example of
Compaq and LSI Logic working together to provide timely, low-risk solutions for future computing
platforms,'' said John D'Errico, executive vice president of Storage Components for LSI Logic. ``By
adopting Compaq's PCI-X core as a component of our Fusion-MPT architecture, we ensure compatibility
with industry-leading solutions in a high-performance market.''
As the leader in development of PCI-X technology, Compaq introduced the Golden Master Program to
provide best-in-class PCI-X solutions to the industry. Golden Master Program members include industry
leading vendors, selected by Compaq, who are licensing Compaq's PCI-X technology and providing value
added solutions to best serve their customer's needs. Compaq provides Golden Master participants with
valuable tools and information that will simplify and accelerate industry adoption of PCI-X based
products.
``With the introduction of the PCI-X Golden Master Program, Compaq continues to lead in enabling
PCI-X product development and integration for the industry,'' said Ken Jansen, Director of Technology
Development, Industry-Standard Server Group, Compaq Computer Corporation. ``We are pleased that
LSI Logic has joined Compaq's Golden Master Program and we look forward to working closely with
them in the development of PCI-X-based solutions.''
PCI-X is an innovative and evolutionary I/O technology that increases system performance through
greater I/O performance and efficiency. A compatible extension of the existing PCI bus, the 64-bit PCI-X
architecture runs at speeds up to 133 MHz, providing transfer rates above one gigabyte per second (up
to eight times the speed of current PCI bus technology). This critical I/O bandwidth is needed for
systems running enterprise applications such as Gigabit Ethernet, Fibre Channel, Ultra320 SCSI, and
cluster interconnects.
By combining Compaq PCI-X core technology with LSI Logic's PCI-X buffers and Fusion-MPT
architecture, LSI Logic will offer world-class storage solutions with PCI-X interfaces. Fusion-MPT
architecture is the basis of LSI Logic's next-generation I/O products and is designed to be extensible to
other physical interfaces as they emerge. Fusion-MPT architecture encompasses LSI Logic's
Fusion-MPT firmware architecture, LSI Logic's Ultra320 SCSI and Fibre Channel hardware architectures,
and the operating system level drivers that support these architectures. Fusion-MPT architecture has
the unique feature of one operating system level driver that supports both Fibre Channel and SCSI.
Based on industry standard ARM® processor technology, LSI Logic's Fusion-MPT architecture is
currently shipping on the SYMFC909 Fibre Channel controller and is featured in the new SYMFC929
dual-channel Fibre Channel controller. Fusion-MPT development kits are available by contacting your
local LSI Logic sales representative.
About LSI Logic Corporation
LSI Logic Corporation is a leading supplier of communications chips for broadband, data networking,
wireless and set-top box applications. In addition, the company provides chips and boards for network
computing and supplies storage network solutions for the enterprise. LSI Logic is headquartered at 1551
McCarthy Boulevard, Milpitas, CA 95035, 408-433-8000, lsilogic.com .
About Compaq Computer Corporation
Compaq Computer Corporation, a Fortune Global 100 company, is the second largest computer
company in the world and the largest global supplier of computer systems. Compaq develops and
markets hardware, software, solutions, and services, including industry-leading enterprise computing
solutions, fault-tolerant business-critical solutions, enterprise and network storage solutions,
commercial desktop and portable products and consumer PCs. The company is an industry leader in
environmentally friendly programs and business practices.
Compaq products are sold and supported in more than 100 countries through a network of authorized
Compaq marketing partners. Customer support and information about Compaq and its products are
available at compaq.com .
Notes to Editor:
1. The LSI Logic logo is a registered trademark and Fusion-MPT is a trademark of LSI Logic
Corporation.
2. Compaq is a registered trademark of Compaq Computer Corporation.
3. All other brand or product names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
companies.
4. ARM is a registered trademark of Advanced RISC Machines Limited, used under license.
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SOURCE: LSI Logic Corporation
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