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Force Debuts Dual-Processor CPCI Single Board Computer For Ultra-High Performance Embedded Applications; Featuring Fast RAMBUS Memory And Latest Pentium III Server Technology Ticker Last Change SLR $68.81 $2.13 Quotes 20 min delay. Tuesday February 22 8:16am Source: BusinessWire SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 22, 2000--Incorporating Intel's latest Pentium(R) III server technology, Force Computers, a wholly owned subsidiary of Solectron Corporation's Technology Solutions Business Unit, (NYSE: SLR) and a leader in embedded computing, today introduced its ultra-high performance CPCI-780 CompactPCI(R) single board computer (SBC). The dual-processor CPCI-780 combines Pentium III processing power with the recently introduced Intel(R) 840 server chipset, and fast RAMBUS memory technology to meet the performance and scalability requirements of the newest generation of throughput- and memory-intensive embedded applications. Said Jochen Saal, product marketing manager for Force Computers, "The CPCI-780 is a super-charged, symmetric multiprocessing computer designed to deliver maximum power, through-put and easy upgradability for the most demanding applications. We've incorporated the most advanced processor and memory technologies available to the embedded market to provide OEMs with the highest possible performance in a 2-slot, industry-standard CompactPCI solution." Aimed at high-performance telecom and data comm applications such as look-up databases, CTI and VoIP gateways, the CPCI-780 is launched with two 733MHz Pentium III processors ( FC-PGA370 socket) and uses the Intel 840 chipset, which was specifically designed to meet the high-bandwidth needs of multi-processor servers. The CPCI-780 is also the first CompactPCI SBC to use fast RAMBUS memory technology, which optimizes throughput via high-speed, high-bandwidth -- memory transfers and enables higher memory capacities for memory-intensive applications. A 32/64Bit interface at 33/66MHz doubles the CompactPCI bus bandwidth as well. Using its high-performance processing power and throughput, the CPCI-780 supports highly scalable operations. For example, use of Intel's new flip-chip PGA (socketed) packaging technology enables Force Computers to scale processing power by quickly and easily upgrading the CPCI-780 with new processor chips as faster clock-speed models become available from Intel. The CPCI-780 will also support a full 16-slot CompactPCI bus based system when paired with Force's optional IO-720 companion board. Two on-board 10/100 Base TX Ethernet controllers provide flexible networking capabilities. Reliable operations are also supported through the CompactPCI architecture's innate robustness coupled with full support for the PICMG 2.1 Hot-Swap specification, which enables I/O boards controlled by the CPCI-780 to be hot swapped without interrupting system operations. In addition, an advanced heat dissipation design, using a heat sink with integrated heat pipes, ensures safe and reliable operations within a standard CompactPCI system. Pricing and availability The Force CPCI-780 will ship in April under Force's Early Access Unit (EAU) program and volume shipments are scheduled for August 2000. List prices start at US$5,900 with dual 733MHz Pentium III Processors and 512MByte RDRAM. Pricing and availability Intel Applied Computing Platform Provider Force is a charter member of Intel's Applied Computing Platform Provider program. As part of this program, Force works closely with Intel to deliver Intel Architecture-based board- and system-level solutions to OEM customers. About Force Computers Force Computers (www.forcecomputers.com) was founded in 1981 and is a leading designer and worldwide supplier of system and board-level computer platforms and services for the embedded market. The processor-independent company, along with its key technology providers, helps its customers develop embedded applications based on Alpha, Pentium(R), PowerPC(TM), SPARC(R), StrongARM, and 68K(TM) technologies, enabling them to gain market leadership in fast-moving segments. An ISO 9001 certified company, Force Computers practices Total Quality Management principles in all phases of the company's global operations. The company, along with its parent company, Solectron Corporation, is the 1997 winner of the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award for Manufacturing. Force's corporate headquarters and and Asia Pacific headquarters is located in San Jose, California. Force's European headquarters is located in Munich, Germany, and the company's Japanese headquarters is located in Tokyo, Japan. All brands are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Contact: US and Asia Contact: Force Computers Inc. Stacy Geise, 408/369-6144 Stacy.Geise@fci.com or European Contact: Force Computers GmbH Ulrike Mueller, +49 89 608 14-0 Ulrike.Mueller@force.de finance.individual.com