Press Release
NEC Computers Inc. Announces High-End Enterprise Server Platform
NEC Express5800/180Rb-7 Server Provides Flexibility and High Reliability for Mission-Critical Applications
SACRAMENTO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 29, 2001--NEC Computers Inc., a leading provider of world-class mobile, desktop and server computing solutions for the enterprise market, today announced its enterprise server platform, including the Express5800/180Rb-7 server, the EMC®(NYSE:EMC - news) CLARiiON FC4500 storage area network (SAN) array, a disk expansion unit (DEU), and several rack and power options, to provide a turnkey enterprise solution for application-intensive environments.
The heart of the enterprise server platform is the architecturally advanced Express5800/180Rb-7 server, expandable from 1 to 8 Intel® Pentium® III Xeon(TM) processors. The server is built on an Intel® Profusion® chipset, which balances CPU, memory, and I/O throughput for enhanced performance and scalability. The Express5800/180Rb-7 combines performance with high-availability features, including 2 internal hot-swap hard-disk drives, 10 hot-plug PCI slots, redundant hot-swap power supplies, and redundant hot-swap cooling fans. The Express5800/180Rb-7 server is ideal for mission-critical applications that require computing power and system reliability.
Through its alliance with EMC, NEC Computers offers high-performance, high-availability storage solutions with the EMC CLARiiON® FC4500 fibre channel disk array. The FC4500 is the center of a complete storage area network (SAN), offering industry-leading performance with up to 7 terabytes of storage capacity and full redundancy. The FC4500 extends the range of EMC storage solutions currently available from NEC Computers. Also available is a 14-drive disk expansion unit (DEU), capable of holding up to 1/2 terabyte of server-attached storage, and a factory hotload of Red Hat® Linux® 7.0 operating system.
NEC Computers also offers a universal APC® (NYSE:APCC - news) rack (42U), featuring greater depth to handle the longer servers and uninterruptible power supplies common to today's short-height form factor. This rack also features a highly perforated door, which allows extensive airflow while maintaining locked-door security. In addition to the rack, NEC Computers offers APC's 700, 1400, and 3000 VA uninterruptible power supplies.
``NEC Computers' enhanced enterprise server platform brings together the key IT elements, including high-performing server and storage solutions, management tools, service and support that our customers demand, helping them operate and grow their businesses cost-effectively,'' said Peter Thayer, director of marketing, NEC Computers, Server Business Unit. ``Its performance and high-availability features make the Express5800/180Rb-7 server the ideal solution for mid-level enterprises running mission-critical applications.''
Express5800/180Rb-7 Server Key Features
1 to 8 700MHz or 900MHz Pentium III Xeon processors
1MB or 2MB L2 cache
100 MHz front-side bus
Profusion chipset
Up to 32GB ECC SDRAM (32 sockets)
Integrated dual-channel Ultra2 SCSI controller
64-bit SecuRAID 530 Ultra2 three-channel controller option
PCI fibre channel SCSI controller option for CLARiiON storage
array
Ten hot-plug PCI expansion slots (4 x 64-bit/66MHz)
Intel PRO/100+ Ethernet
48X max(1) variable-speed EIDE CD-ROM drive
750W redundant hot-swap power supplies
Factory hotload option for Microsoft® Windows NT® or Windows® 2000 Server/Advanced Server
Optional 3U disk expansion units permitting up to 28 additional 1`` hard drives
7U rack chassis
EMC CLARiiON FC4500 Key Features
Holds up to 100 x 18/36/73GB2 hard-disk drives for up to 7 terabytes of storage
Connects up to 15 active servers to create a storage area network
Stores information from servers employing different operating systems, including HPUX, Microsoft® Windows®NT, Windows®2000, NetWare, Linux®, and Sun
Managed with EMC's award-winning Navisphere software
All components required for the SAN are available from NEC, including fibre switches and management software
Management Software
All Express5800 servers are shipped standard with the ESMPRO® Management Suite software, which enables system administrators to continuously monitor, analyze, and manage client/server information and operation. The ESMPRO Management Suite software facilitates quick response to critical issues and provides tools for proactive planning and server administration, which reduces the risk of system downtime or failure. The updated EXPRESSBUILDER set-up and configuration software is designed to enable seamless system installation.
Pricing and Availability
Typical NEC Express5800/180Rb-7 server (4 processors) $38,150(3)
EMC CLARiiON FC4500 disk array (entry-level configuration) $33,302(4)
NEC 3U 14-drive disk expansion unit (DEU) $ 2,299
APC 42U NetShelter rack $ 1,799
NEC 2U LCD monitor/keyboard console $ 2,497
The Express5800/180Rb-7 server, EMC storage, and APC rack and UPS configurations are built-to-order to customer specifications. Express5800 servers are backed by a three-year limited warranty(5) with on-site service(6), where available. All products are available today through select resellers and distributors. For NEC Computers' server reseller locator or more information, visit www.neccomp.com.
About NEC Computers Inc.
NEC Computers Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of NEC Technologies Inc., delivers mobile, desktop and server computing solutions to the commercial market in North America. For years, select models of NEC's Versa® notebook and PowerMate® desktop computers, MobilePro(TM) handheld PCs, and Express5800 servers have won awards in leading industry publications, including Smart Business, PC Magazine and Mobile Computing. NEC Computers (www.neccomp.com) focuses on the computing needs of the corporate market and sells systems primarily through the reseller channel. NEC Computers taps into the technological resources of NEC Corporation's (NEC) (Nasdaq:NIPNY - news; FTSE: 6701q.1) extensive research and development facilities in Japan, where products are developed for the global marketplace. In 2000, NEC Corporation held the second largest number of patents in the U.S. and serves as the source of NEC Computers' technologically sophisticated products.
(1) Data on CD-ROM is read at a variable transfer rate from innermost to outermost track.
(2) When referring to hard drive capacity, GB stands for one billion bytes. Some utilities may indicate varying hard drive capacities. Total user-accessible capacity may vary depending on operating environments.
(3) Includes 4 Pentium III Xeon 700MHz processors, 2MB cache, 2GB memory, 1 9GB 10Krpm hard drive.
(4) Includes 2 storage processors, 2 link control cords, 2 power supplies, 2 x 32`` power cords, 5 x 18GB 10Krpm 1'' FC disks, 1 x 5m optical cable, 1 copy agent management software.
(5) For a free copy of the limited warranty, please write to NEC Computers Inc., 2371 S. President's Drive, Suite A, West Valley City, Utah 84120.
(6) On-site service is provided by third party authorized service providers and may not be available in some locations. In those areas in which it is provided, a technician will be dispatched, if necessary, following efforts to resolve the problem by telephone support.
Editor's Note: Prices and specifications subject to change without notice. Resellers determine their own pricing. NEC is a registered trademark, ESMPRO, PowerMate, and Versa are U.S. registered trademarks, VersaBay and Mobile Pro are trademarks and UltraCare is a service mark of NEC Corporation and/or one or more of its subsidiaries. All are used under license. Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks and Xeon is a trademark of Intel. Profusion is a registered trademark of Corollary Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Intel Corporation. Microsoft, Windows and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.
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Contact:
NEC Computers Inc.
Beth Makosey, 408/844-1128
beth.makosey@nec-computers.com
or
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