Micron Delivers New PC With Workstation-Class Performance and Headroom, Desktop Stability and Simplicity
January 5, 2000
NAMPA, Idaho--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 4, 2000
via NewsEdge Corporation -
--ClientPro Dx5000 Designed For Power Users,
Entry-Level CAD/CAM and Financial Applications
Micron Electronics, Inc. (www.micronpc.com)
(Nasdaq:MUEI) today introduced the latest
addition to its ClientPro line of desktop PCs for
corporate and government customers and power
users -- the ClientPro(R) Dx5000.
The Dx5000 is based on Intel's Pentium(R) III
processor and the Intel 840 workstation-class
chipset, and supports numerous next-generation
technologies including RAMBUS memory, the
faster 133MHz front-side bus, AGP Pro graphics,
and the ATA-66 hard drive standard. The system
can be configured with one or two Pentium III
processors running at up to 733 MHz. Dual
processing capability significantly speeds
throughput for processing- and
graphics-intensive applications such as CAD/CAM
and financial modeling.
"The barrier between high-end PCs and
traditional workstations continues to shrink. Both
sets of applications require stellar processing
performance, great expandability and extremely
capable graphics," said Jeffrey K. Moeser, senior
vice president of product development for
micronpc.com. "With our new ClientPro system,
we are delivering the technology features
entry-level workstation buyers and power users
want without the price premiums normally
associated with workstations."
Micron is targeting the new ClientPro systems
primarily for enterprise IT buyers who are building
systems to support high-powered,
business-critical functions such as databases,
customer contact systems, web libraries and
statistical analysis. Traditionally, many of these
performance-intensive applications have required
workstation technology with its associated
increases in support and purchase costs. With
recent advances in PC performance and
compatibility, however, systems such as the new
ClientPro Dx5000 bridge the gap between PCs
and workstations, delivering many of the benefits
of both product classes without sacrificing
performance, scalability and price/value.
"The Dx5000 is an ideal machine for a growing
number of organizations who need `dual-use
PCs.' These customers want a PC to keep IT
management simple, but need access to
workstation performance and capacity for the
multitude of users who now require advanced
performance," said Moeser.
ClientPro Dx5000 Features -- One or two Intel(R)
Pentium III processors, running at 533 -
733MHz -- Support for faster Pentium III
processors as they become
available -- Support for the 133MHz front-side
bus and ATA-66 hard drive
standard, which offer significantly faster
performance than
previous-generation technologies -- Intel 840
workstation-class chipset, which supports
RAMBUS memory
-- Support for up to 2GB of RAMBUS memory(see
Note a); dual RAMBUS
memory channels -- Support for AGP Pro
graphics architecture, the fastest graphics
technology standard currently on the market --
Choice of four high-performance graphics
solutions such as the
ELSA Synergy II 3-D and Matrox G400, which
come configured with
32MB of memory -- Roomy mid-size tower
chassis with up to six available bays for
adding peripherals like DVD drives and removable
storage -- Five available slots for adding
specialty cards
Stability and Service
As a member of the ClientPro managed PC family,
the Dx5000 was designed for stability and
reliable performance. With backup features such
as MPrevent and MRestore, the ClientPro family
focuses on maximizing customer uptime while
minimizing the impact on IT departments.
ClientPro systems come with Micron's
industry-leading limited warranty and service
package, comprised of a five-year warranty on
processor and main memory, a three-year
warranty on all original system components, and
one year of on-site service for parts
replacement.
Price and Availability
The new ClientPro Dx5000 is available
immediately. Sample prices and configurations
follow.
ClientPro Dx5000 with: -- Single 533MHz Intel
Pentium III processor -- 128MB RDRAM -- 32MB
Elsa Synergy II graphics -- 13.6GB 7200 RPM
drive -- 17" (15.9" display) Micron 700Cx Monitor
-- Integrated Intel 10/100 network interface
card -- 40x var. speed CD/ROM -- Windows
NT(R) 4.0 -- Micron University, LanDesk 6.0,
MPrevent, MRestore Price: $2,499 ClientPro
Dx5000 with: -- Dual 600MHz Intel Pentium III
processor -- 128MB RDRAM -- 32MB Elsa
Synergy II -- 9GB Ultra 160M SCSI Hard drive
with Adaptec controller -- 19" (17.9" display)
Micron 900Dx Monitor -- Integrated Intel 10/100
network interface card -- 40x var. speed
CD/ROM -- Windows NT 4.0 -- Micron University,
LanDesk 6.0, MPrevent, MRestore Price: $3,999
About Micron Electronics, Inc.
Micron Electronics, Inc. (Nasdaq:MUEI) is a
leading direct manufacturer of personal
computers, business Internet offerings, Web
hosting and business-to-business e-commerce
applications for the small- and medium-business,
government and education markets. Under the
micronpc.com, HostPro, Lightrealm, Micron
Internet Services and SpecTek brands, the
company offers a wide range of innovative
products, services and support. It provides
award-winning computer products, such as
personal computers, servers and notebooks;
SpecTek semiconductor memory products; and a
range of data communications services, such as
Web hosting, applications hosting, connectivity
and e-commerce services. Micron Electronics
and its subsidiaries have more than 2,700
employees and approximately $1.4 billion in
revenues. The company is based in Nampa,
Idaho, and can be reached at
www.micronpc.com.
Note a: 1GB configurations shipping immediately,
2GB when
available.
ClientPro is a registered trademark of Micron
Electronics, Inc. Intel and Pentium are registered
trademarks of Intel Corporation. Windows NT is a
registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
Other product names appearing in this
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