Fujitsu Philippines, Inc.

Fujitsu Unveils New Mainframe-class Workgroup and Mid-range PRIMEPOWER Servers

Manila, August 27, 2003 — Fujitsu Philippines announced four new low- and mid-range PRIMEPOWER UNIX® systems with gigahertz-class SPARC64TM V processors to meet demanding enterprise computing needs while providing superior ROI in a smaller platform.

The new PRIMEPOWER servers, which boast performance improvements of as much as 40 percent over current products, can also fully maximize uptime and throughput by delivering the same ultra-high levels of RAS (Reliability, Availability and Serviceability) as Fujitsu's 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, as well as the 8-way PRIMEPOWER 650 and 16-way PRIMEPOWER 850, both using SPARC64 V 1.08GHz. PRIMEPOWER 650 and 850 models will be enhanced with 1.35GHz processors later this year.

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 - all in one economical package.

With the power and hardware reliability that come with Fujitsu's SPARC64 V processor implementation, the new PRIMEPOWER 250 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 their operational status so 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 instruction-retry, 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). 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.

"With these low and mid-range models, customers can now take advantage of mainframe-class levels of reliability and processing power to expand their business on a global scale while maximizing their return on IT investment," said Felipe R. Manalang, Fujitsu Philippines President.

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About Fujitsu Philippines, Inc.

Fujitsu Philippines Inc. (FPI) is a leading system integrator of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) solutions for Philippine enterprises. With over one thousand full-time Filipino technology professionals and more than 25 years of operations in the country, FPI is uniquely positioned to apply the best-of-breed technology solutions to assist its customers in solving complex business problems. By leveraging the collective expertise, experience, and work ethics of its workforce, FPI has an unmatched track record in designing, building, implementing, and maintaining ICT solutions, especially in difficult projects with complex technology architectures, nation-wide geographic scope, and tight implementation schedules. FPI is an affiliate of Fujitsu Limited headquartered in Tokyo, which reported consolidated revenues of 4.6 trillion yen (about US$38 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2003.
For more information, please see: http://www.fujitsu.com/ph/

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