HP Announces New 75MHz and 133MHz Processor for the NetServer LC Server Series; New Models Complete Range of Scaleable Performance for the LC Server Series

Business Wire, Sept 25, 1995

PALO ALTO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 25, 1995-- Hewlett-Packard Company today introduced two new processor models to the popular HP NetServer LC Series -- the HP NetServer 5/75 LC and the HP NetServer 5/133 LC.

HP now offers a complete line of scaleable network servers that includes the Intel Pentium(tm)/133 processor and PCI bus architecture for the entry-level HP NetServer LC Series. These new product models are part of HP's commitment to deliver exceptional levels of performance, manageability and availability.

Both models feature PCI technology and the HP NetServer Navigator -- a bootable CD-ROM with easy-to-use tools for quick configuration, installation and easy server management.

"HP is the first in the industry to offer the Pentium/133MHz processor and PCI bus architecture in an entry-level server line," said Duncan Campbell, worldwide marketing manager for HP's Network Server Division. "By offering a comprehensive server system, HP proves it can deliver uncompromised levels of performance, uptime and manageability."

The HP NetServer LC Series is ideal for small- to medium-sized workgroups or remote offices for file, print and workgroup applications. The HP NetServer LC has the features and manageability found in HP's top midrange server series with price/performance that is ideal for the small-business environment. Standard system features include 16MB RAM for the 5/75 LC and 32MB RAM for the 5/133 LC, expandable to 192MB RAM; PCI bus increased I/O; integrated twin-channel Fast SCSI-2 controller; and 256KB write-back cache. In addition, all models will include a quad-speed CD-ROM drive.

Since its initial introduction, the HP NetServer LC has won awards from LAN Times and InfoWorld. InfoWorld awarded it "Product of the Year" for 1994 in the Test Center server category, and LAN Times dubbed it one of "The Best of Times" that same year. These awards are based on performance, implementation of standards, manageability and system availability.

The HP NetServer LC Series supports industry-leading network operating systems, including Banyan VINES, IBM OS/2 Warp and LAN Server, Microsoft(R) Windows NT Server, Novell NetWare, Novell UnixWare, and SCO OpenServer.

HP MAKES MANAGING SERVERS EASY

HP NetServer Navigator is a setup kit that includes a bootable CD-ROM with comprehensive, easy-to-use tools that help users quickly configure, install and manage their servers. The HP NetServer Navigator includes OpenView 7.2 and HP NetServer Assistant 2.2 server-management software for proactive alerting and problem resolution, including prefailure disk warning and warranty. For security, each HP NetServer Series has a power-on password-locking keyboard with optional time-out and screen-blanking capability and enable/disable capability for serial port, floppy drive and switches. Also available are optional rack-mount solutions, which save customers valuable space in a multiserver environment.

Similar to the HP NetServer LH and LS Series, the HP NetServer LC Series has a built-in Automatic Server Restart and temperature monitoring for an even higher level of server uptime.

HP NETSERVERS BACKED BY WORLD-CLASS SERVICE AND SUPPORT

The HP NetServer Series is protected by HP's standard three-year, on-site, next-day limited warranty. On-site service is available from HP service engineers or certified resellers and integrators. Upgrades to four-hour response time during business hours or seven-day, 24-hour response time are available from HP and HP-authorized resellers. Free telephone support for setup, installation and troubleshooting assistance is available in the United States, Canada and Western Europe. For the rest of the world, free support is available from HP resellers in a given region. HP also offers a range of optional support services for advanced network and operating-system environments.

Besides product information, customers and dealers can access drivers, utilities and technical tips and tricks via the World Wide Web at (http://www.hp.com/go/netserver), FTP, BBS and CompuServe.

U.S. PRICES AND AVAILABILITY

The NetServer 5/75 LC is expected to range in street price from $2,528 to $3,122, while the NetServer 5/133 LC is expected to range from $4,589 to $5,219. Both models are scheduled to be available in the United States on Oct. 16.

Continuing HP's strategy to offer a broad range of Intel processors across its entire server line, HP plans to add Pentium 133MHz models to the HP NetServer LH Series later this year.

Hewlett-Packard Company is a leading global manufacturer of computing, communications and measurement products and services recognized for excellence in quality and support. HP has 99,900 employees and had revenue of $25 billion in its 1994 fiscal year. -0-

NOTE TO EDITORS:

(1) All prices are estimated selling prices in U.S. dollars. Intel is a U.S. trademark of Intel Corp. Pentium is a U.S. trademark of Intel Corp. Microsoft is a U.S. registered trademark of Microsoft Corp. Windows is a U.S. trademark of Microsoft Corp.