Newsgroups: biz.digital.announce Path: nntp.gmd.de!Germany.EU.net!EU.net!uunet!hobbes!xenitec!nntp.et.byu.edu!netline-fddi.jpl.nasa.gov!nntp-server.caltech.edu!pagesat.net!decwrl!pa.dec.com!rjones From: pr-news@pa.dec.com (Digital Press & Analysts News) Message-ID: <9411071900.AA27322@raptor.pa.dec.com> Approved: rjones@pa.dec.com Subject: Fact Sheet/Multia Multiclient Desktop Sender: rjones@usenet.pa.dec.com Date: Mon, 07 Nov 94 11:00:39 -0800 X-Received: by usenet.pa.dec.com; id AA20370; Mon, 7 Nov 94 11:00:47 -0800 X-Received: by raptor.pa.dec.com; id AA27322; Mon, 7 Nov 94 11:00:45 -0800 X-To: DECnews for Press and Analysts:; Lines: 268 |||||| Digital Press and Analysts News |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||| Digital Equipment Corporation Maynard, Massachusetts 01754-2571 DIGITAL EQUIPMENT CORPORATION FACT SHEET PRODUCT NAME: MULTIA MULTICLIENT DESKTOP OVERVIEW: The Multia MultiClient Desktop is a revolutionary combination of Digital's Alpha AXP technology with Microsoft Windows NT and a highly optimized X11.R6 server. The power of these industry-leading technologies has been integrated with superior desktop management software and captured in a single low-cost device. The result is the ultimate client, delivering easy, high-performance access to Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows NT, UNIX, and existing host-based applications across the network. The Multia Desktop's unique software -- the key to the device's superior interoperability -- provides unparalleled configuration and application management features. The configuration manager enables system administrators to centrally customize and manage the Multia Desktop end-user environment. Each desktop can be customized to automatically start the required applications. Users do not need to know where applications are located or how to reach them. The system administrator defines all hardware, software, and network settings for seamless access and integration. KEY FEATURES AND BENEFITS: o 166 MHz Alpha AXP CPU, Microsoft Windows NT Workstation Version 3.5 operating system, and 24 MByte standard memory expandable to 256 MByte provide high-performance platform for data-intensive application requirements. o Windows and Windows NT applications are run locally and uploaded to networked servers for secure backup and storage. o Local VT terminal emulator allows users to access existing host-based applications quickly. o X11.R6 X Server option -- specifically tuned for the Multia Desktop hardware -- provides access to all UNIX-based or OpenVMS X applications. o Autosensing PCI-based Ethernet connections for ThinWire, thickwire, and twisted pair (10BaseT). o Configuration manager provides unmatched application access and centralized management capabilities. o Industry standard PCMCIA and PCI option slots enable expansion for multimedia capability, FDDI, and various network connections. o Local floppy drive option allows system managers to deliver local processing capabilities to specified end users. o Internet-ready with support for Mosaic graphical Web browsing program ADDITIONAL SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS Hardware - High performance PCI-based graphics accelerator - Microsoft Multimedia compatible - Built-in audio hardware with 16-bit CD quality sound - Monitor support for 1280 x 1024 and 1024 x 768 resolutions @ 60-75 Hz refresh rate, VGA connection - Two serial lines, one with full modem support - Bi-directional parallel port - Keyboard options - Three-button mouse - Kensington lock Pre-installed Software - Windows NT Workstation 3.5 operating system - True-Type PC font support - Network-ready communications protocols: IPX/SPX, LAN Manager, NetBEUI, NetBIOS, PATHWORKS, TCP/IP, DECnet - Configuration Manager - Drag and drop, cut and paste - Application manager - Reference Desk -- Online help and tutorials - Remote user diagnostics - Local and network print support Optional Software - Optimized X11.R6 Server: Local OSF/Motif Window Manager Backing store/save under Shape extension XDM host chooser NFS Open GL X Image Extension - Font support for: SNF BDF PCF - Display PostScript - Serial X Protocol AVAILABILITY AND PRICE Multia Desktops are sold through commercial distributors and their value added resellers, industrial distributors, and the Digital direct sales force. The Multia Desktop X server -- optimized to the Multia Desktop hardware -- and an integrated IBM terminal emulation option will be available within 90 days of Multia's first commercial shipment. In the meantime, users can access 3270 and X applications via a Windows-based 3270 terminal emulator or generic PC X server software. The products are available for delivery in four standard system configurations supporting a wide variety of monitors and keyboards and are priced between $3,495 and $6,000, depending on configuration. System box, monitor, keyboard, and memory upgrade prices are as follows: I.MULTIA SYSTEM BOX Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price A. Multia System Box VX40A-N3 $ 3,495 [] Alpha AXP Processor (166 MHz) [] PCI Based Graphics Accelerator [] 24 MB SIMM memory [] 340 MB 3.5" SCSI hard drive [] Slots: 2 PCMCIA [] Ethernet included [] No floppy drive [] Multia Software, pre-loaded complete with license & documentation B. Multia System Box VX40A-F3 $ 3,650 [] Alpha AXP Processor (166 MHz) [] PCI Based Graphics Accelerator [] 24 MB SIMM memory [] 340 MB 3.5" SCSI hard drive [] Slots: 2 PCMCIA [] Ethernet included [] Floppy Drive: 3.5" 1.44 MB [] Multia Software, pre-loaded complete with license & documentation C. Multia System Box VX40A-N2 $ 3,800 [] Alpha AXP Processor (166 MHz) [] PCI Based Graphics Accelerator [] 24 MB SIMM memory [] 340 MB 2.5" SCSI hard drive [] Slots: 2 PCMCIA, 1 PCI [] Ethernet included [] No floppy drive [] External SCSI-II port [] Multia Software, pre-loaded complete with license & documentation D. Multia System Box VX40A-F2 $ 3,950 [] Alpha AXP Processor (166 MHz) [] PCI Based Graphics Accelerator [] 24 MB SIMM memory [] 340 MB 2.5" SCSI hard drive [] Slots: 2 PCMCIA, 1 PCI [] Ethernet included [] Floppy Drive: 3.5" 1.44 MB [] External SCSI-II port [] Multia Software, pre-loaded complete with license & documentation II. DIGITAL COLOR MONITOR Size Resolution Dot Pitch Refresh Order No. MFSRP 14" VGA, up to 1024x768 .28mm 30-38kHz VR424-HA $299 SVGA 15" VGA up to 1280x1024 .28mm 30-64kHz VR425-HA $449 17" VGA up to 1280x1024 .26mm 30-82kHz VR417-HA $999 20" Shadow up to 1280x1024 .31mm 30-82kHz VRC20-HA $1,499 Mask 21" VGA up to 1280x1024 .31mm 30-85kHz VR421-HA $1,999 III. DIGITAL KEYBOARD MFSRP LK411-AA - 108 Key Digital Style Keyboard $ 60 PCXAL-GA - 101 Key PC style keyboard $ 60 IV. DIGITAL MEMORY UPGRADES MFSRP VX40M-AA 8 MB (consists of quantity 2 - 4 MB SIMMs) $ 400 VX40M-AB 16 MB (consists of quantity 2 - 8 MB SIMMs) $ 800 VX40M-AC 32 MB (consists of quantity 2 - 16 MB SIMMs) $1,799 VX40M-AD 64 MB (consists of quantity 2 - 32 MB SIMMs) $3,599 WARRANTY The Multia MultiClient Desktop warranty includes one year on-site and two years return-to-factory repair services in the base price of the system. #### For Further Information: Tom McFarland 508-467-7880 Sales Inquiries: 1-800-777-4343 NOTE TO EDITORS: Digital, the Digital logo, PATHWORKS, DECnet, OpenVMS, Alpha AXP, VT, and ThinWire are trademarks of Digital Equipment Corporation. PostScript is a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated and may be registered in certain jurisdictions. 10BaseT is a trademark of IEEE. 3270 and IBM are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. Kensington is a registered trademark of Kensington Microware, Ltd. Microsoft is a registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Windows and Windows NT are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. NetWare, NetBEUI, NetBIOS, LAN Manager, and IPX/SPX are trademarks of Novell Corporation. OSF and OSF/Motif are registered trademarks of Open Software Foundation. Open GL is a trademark of Silicon Graphics, Inc. NFS is a registered trademark of Sun Microsystems. UNIX is a registered trademark in the United States and other countries, licensed exclusively through X/Open Company, Ltd. CORP/94/634 ============================================================================ Digital Press and Analysts News is sent as a courtesy to members of the press, analyst and consulting community. 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