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To: John Carragher who wrote (71632)	1/20/1999 12:26:00 AM
From: Paul Engel	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 186894

Intel Investors - Hitachi Announces 4 Way 450 MHz Xeon Server . Looks like the momentum is building for XEON-based servers. Here's the latest announcement from Hitachi. Paul {===============================} January 19, 1999 16:48 Hitachi PC Extends VisionBase Line with a New Mid-Range 4-Way Xeon-Powered Server; Rackmountable VisionBase 8450 Delivers Ideal Clustering Solution Jump to first matched term MILPITAS, CALIFORNIA--Extending its vision to provide end-to-end Mobilized Computing solutions for the corporate market, Hitachi PCtoday announced the expansion of its VisionBase server family with the addition of a new mid-range, 4-way, Pentium II Xeon-processor-based server, the VisionBase 8450. The scalable, price competitive server can be configured either asa tower or rackmount and is ideally suited to the Windows NT operating system clustering environments. The new model complements the VisionBase line, which includes the already-shipping, highly-configurable 4-way, VisionBase 8460. The VisionBase 8450's feature set and design makes it ideal for a multi-server clustering environment. When running Windows NT Server 4.0 Enterprise Edition, the VisionBase 8450 is optimized for Microsoft Cluster Server. With up to four 450MHz Pentium II Xeon processors, each with 512MB or 1 GB of second level cache, itsupports as much as 4GB of main memory and features seven 32-bit PCI slots. Its six externally-accessible hot swap drive bays deliver maximum serviceability in either rack or tower arrangements. The rack chassis is 7U high and fits in a standard 19" rack. The VisionBase 8450 will also be certified for SCO UNIX and Novell NetWare environments. Michael Krieger, Vice President of Servers for Hitachi PC Corporation said: "We are proud to now offer our customers an evenwider spectrum of high quality PC server products - from entry to enterprise level systems - created with the design insights of over 20 years of experience in the mainframe marketplace. The VisionBase 8450 offers more bang for the buck for applications that need the processing power of a 4-way, Hitachi PC's signature quality, with more conservative expandability and configurability options." For enhanced fault tolerance and reliability, the VisionBase 8450,like all models in the VisionBase line, can be equipped with Hitachi PC's innovative Hitachi System Manager (HSM) software. HSMsoftware contains a predictive failure analysis component that will allow users, VARs or their support organizations to order repair components or dispatch a service technician even before a problem causes any 'hard' errors. Its remote diagnostic capabilityand pre-failure alert features also help lower total cost of ownership by minimizing downtime and reducing the need for on-siteIT support. "Customers are eager to host demanding Line of Business, database and OLTP solutions on Windows NT Server to capitalize on its advanced features and industry leading price performance," said Edmund Muth, enterprise marketing group manager at Microsoft Corp."Systems like the Hitachi VisionBase 8450, which can be used as a SMP solution or in clustered configurations, address the needs of customers needing performance and expandability." The VisionBase 8450 will be available in late January through Hitachi PC Corporation's authorized distributors and value-added resellers, with selected configure to order options. Base hardware-only configurations have an estimated street price of $13,999 ($21,299 CDN). Future releases of Intel Pentium II Xeon processors will be supported as they become available. All Hitachi VisionBase servers come standard with a 3-year limitedwarranty. Warranty services for servers are provided on-site. Optional service program upgrades are available. As part of the service and warranty program, Hitachi provides toll-free, 24-by-7 customer support. About Hitachi PC Corporation Hitachi PC Corporation (USA) is a leading developer of Mobilized Computing tools for businesses that provide global reach and universal access to information and resources any time, any place.Hitachi PC designs, manufactures and markets personal computers, servers and other products and services that connect workers anywhere in the world to mission-critical information on private and public networks. Backed by Hitachi quality, Hitachi PC is committed to customer satisfaction and provides outstanding, 24-by-7 customer support and industry leading product warranties. Headquartered in Milpitas, California, Hitachi PC is a subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd. (NYSE: HIT, hitachi.co.jp) and HitachiAmerica, Ltd. (http://www.hitachi.com). For more information on Hitachi PC, please visit hitachipc.com. Note to editors: All Hitachi PC press releases are available on the web at p2pr.com. Product photos are available at www.hitachipc.com/channel/toolkit and complete product specifications are available at www.hitachipc.com/products/contents.html. Hitachi PC and the Hitachi logo are trademarks of Hitachi, Ltd. VisionBase is a trademark of Hitachi PC Corporation (USA), which may be registered in some jurisdictions. Pentium and Pentium II Xeon are registered and/or trademarks of Intel Corporation. UNIX is a registered trademark in the United States and other countries, licensed exclusively by X-Open Company, Ltd. Netware isa registered trademark of Novell, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective holders. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: Hitachi PC Corporation Kristen Garrigus (408) 546-8259 pr@hitachipc.com or Phase Two Strategies Ineke Raby (415) 772-8418 ineke_raby@p2pr.com INDUSTRY: CPR SUBJECT: PDT -0-