Fujitsu Siemens Computers lanceert nieuwe generatie PRIMEPOWER servers

Fujitsu Siemens Computers debuts powerful next generation of entry-level servers with mainframe-like performance and reliability

New 2 to 16-way entry and midrange servers now available worldwide for Business Critical Computing

Maarssen. May 21, 2003 ? Fujitsu Siemens Computers today announced the global release of four new entry to mid-range servers with gigahertz-class SPARC64TM V processors in its Solaris/SPARC-based PRIMEPOWER server family to meet demanding enterprise computing needs while providing superior Return on Investment (ROI) in a smaller platform. The new PRIMEPOWER servers, which boost performance improvements of as much as 40 per cent over current products, can also fully maximize uptime and throughput by delivering the same ultra-high levels of Reliability, Availability and Serviceability (RAS) as Fujitsu Siemens Computers' mainframe-class 128-way PRIMEPOWER 2500 server.

The newly introduced models include the 2-way PRIMEPOWER 250 and the 4-way PRIMEPOWER 450, both based on the SPARC64 V 1.1GHz processor, and the 8-way PRIMEPOWER 650 and 16-way PRIMEPOWER 850, both using SPARC64 V 11.08GHz. PRIMEPOWER 650 and 850 will be enhanced with 1.35GHz processors later this year. Pricing (without tax) for the entry model PRIMEPOWER 250 starts with 8500 EURO.

"Fujitsu's new generation of servers bring high-end system performance to the low end that has not been seen to date," Vernon Turner, Group Vice President, Global Enterprise Server Solutions, IDC. "As customer performance demands continue to increase at the entry level, Fujitsu's PRIMEPOWER 250 and 450 are addressing the most urgent computing needs by giving customers mainframe-like capabilities, reliability, and availability."

These new PRIMEPOWER servers incorporate innovations like automatic error detection and self correction initially developed and tested for large-scale mission-critical environments. These have now made their way into all the processors and hardware components used across the entire PRIMEPOWER server range. The result is an impressive combination of record-breaking performance plus best-in-class RAS and world-standard Solaris Operating Environment support.

As well as the power and hardware reliability that come with Fujitsu's SPARC64 V processor implementation, the new PRIMEPOWER250 and 450 systems include Extended System Control Facility (XSCF) technology, which raises the reliability level of all functions within the server through autonomous, self-monitoring capabilities. XSCF reduces running costs by minimizing downtime and maintenance. The new PRIMEPOWER servers communicate status on how they are running-they don't need to be closely monitored for signs of gradual or imminent failure. They can also be monitored remotely via the web, email or a private connection for very fast turnaround on preventative maintenance, component replacement and troubleshooting support.

These new PRIMEPOWER models have a number of features that contribute to their mainframe-class reliability, including the SPARC64 V processor, self-monitoring and self-diagnostics, redundancy of major components, and high-speed crossbar.

The SPARC64 V processor includes advanced error detection, error correction using ECC, and cache-degeneration, to enhance the processor's own RAS performance and ensure the integrity of the customer's valuable data. Along with the SPARC64 V processor's excellent RAS performance, PRIMEPOWER servers include data-integrity checks in the memory and data pathway (parity, ECC) and XSCF (with web-console support) for easy administration. To minimize unscheduled downtime, they also are designed to automatically reboot in case that there is a fault in the CPU, memory, or PCI bus, with monitoring and diagnostic functions that allow the server to continue operating while isolating the problem area.

PRIMEPOWER servers have built-in redundancy of all major components - including power supplies, fans and hard drives - for higher availability. For data-transfers that are roughly twice as fast as their predecessors, these new PRIMEPOWER servers come with a high-speed crossbar.

Further information on benchmarking of the PRIMEPOWER 2500, performed by Fujitsu in Japan, certified on April 30, 2003: http://www.fujitsu-siemens.nl/nlsite.asp#

About Fujitsu Siemens Computers:
Fujitsu Siemens Computers is the leading European computer company. Serving the needs of large corporations, small- to medium-sized enterprises and consumers the company operates in all key markets across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. It offers a unique choice of world-class computer technology and innovative IT infrastructure solutions. Embedded in a global cooperation, Fujitsu Siemens Computers takes advantage of the strengths and the innovative power of its parent companies Fujitsu Limited and Siemens AG.

"Powering the Information Age" is the company´s vision. Fujitsu Siemens Computers will enable people to freely access information and services anywhere and at any time with world-leading products, services and solutions, thus ensuring people´s success within a knowledge-based society. The strategic direction is focused on Mobility and Business Critical Computing as the key drivers of the Information Age in the 21st century.

The company offers everything for enterprise computing, ranging from best-in-class Intel- and Unix-based servers to mainframes and enterprise storage solutions. It is also one of the leading providers of mobile computing products, PCs and workstations to business customers, and is the No. 1 supplier of computers for home users in Europe. For further information, please visit: http://www.fujitsu-siemens.nl/nlsite.asp

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