Fujitsu Philippines, Inc.

Fujitsu Launches PRIMEQUEST Server Line for Linux and Windows

Itanium 2-based servers offer scalability and stability for mission-critical enterprise applications

Manila, May 5, 2005 — Leading regional IT and communications solutions provider Fujitsu Philippines Inc today unveiled the PRIMEQUEST™ range of servers for Itanium-based systems running Linux and Windows Server 2003 platforms. Based on the Intel® Itanium® 2 processor, the PRIMEQUEST server line combines high system scalability with data centre-class fault immunity, thus offering enterprises the flexibility of industry-standard solutions without compromising business continuity.

PRIMEQUEST servers incorporate two key technologies – System Mirror and Flexible Input/Output (FIO) – to maximize system availability in a single system. System Mirror, enabled by dual synchronous system architecture, allows memory modules and crossbar interconnects to operate in duplex mode and isolates errors without causing a system halt; while FIO allows I/O resources to be dynamically allocated based on real-time performance requirements, thus reducing maintenance downtime and avoiding disruptions to business operations.

The PRIMEQUEST server architecture also provides up to eight hardware-isolated partitions, each of which functions like a fully independent “server” within the system, for excellent fault immunity.

Ideal for business operations that require high availability, robust performance, enhanced flexibility and optimum resource usage, the PRIMEQUEST server line can be deployed in large-scale database systems, online transaction processing environments and other mission-critical enterprise applications.

“With our longstanding expertise in mainframes, Fujitsu offers unparalleled reliability for industry-standard operating systems. The PRIMEQUEST server line offers mission-critical computing on both Linux and Windows Server 2003 platforms, and is poised to deliver the high availability and low total cost of ownership that customers demand,” said Mr Felipe R. Manalang, President, Fujitsu Philippines.

The PRIMEQUEST server line is offered as part of the Fujitsu TRIOLE strategy for optimising customers’ IT infrastructures comprising servers, storage systems, networks and middleware. Based on TRIOLE, Fujitsu designs, develops and deploys highly reliable, business-critical data centres in heterogeneous environments to increase business continuity, agility and efficiency. Fujitsu will introduce TRIOLE templates that include PRIMEQUEST servers, thus enabling customers to introduce 64-bit mission-critical Linux and Windows technologies into their data centres.

PRIMEQUEST servers extend the Fujitsu server portfolio that also includes the SPARC64® V processor-based PRIMEPOWER™ server line running Solaris, as well as the PRIMERGY® industry standard servers.

The PRIMEQUEST server line is available from end of June 2005. Visit http://ph.fujitsu.com for more details.

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About the TRIOLE Strategy

Fujitsu is committed to providing its customers with products, solutions and services that will further optimise their IT infrastructure and improve their business agility. Its TRIOLE strategy is the aggregate of three core principles: virtualisation, automation and integration. Fujitsu has applied these principles to design and deliver highly dynamic IT solutions with the highest levels of compatibility and consistency. The result enables customers to increase efficiency, enhance agility and improve continuity now and into the future. For more information on the TRIOLE strategy, please visit
For more information, please see: http://www.fujitsu.com/triole

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 30 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 a subsidiary 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, 2005.
For more information, please see: http://www.fujitsu.com/ph/

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