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PC Server 325/330 - ECC Versions of Pentium II Processor for PC Servers - Statement of Direction

Applicable to: World-Wide

IBM intends to offer processor complex upgrades that contain the ECC versions of the Pentium II processor, at 233MHz(B) and 266MHz, after these microprocessors become available from Intel.

With these processor complex upgrades, IBM continues to lead in the PC server marketplace by providing the latest processing power, high-performance system throughput, and investment protection to PC Server products. This preview of improved function broadens the reliable foundation for IBM PC Servers and gives you more processing power for application and database server applications.

Note: The information in IBM annoucement letters is subject to change without notice; consult with your IBM marketing
representative or reseller for the most current information regarding IBM products.

INTENDED CUSTOMERS
Performance-sensitive server customers who already have purchased the PC Server 325 or 330 models and have a requirement for additional performance or to add additional clients.

KEY PREREQUISITES
A PC Server 325 or 330 system.

AT A GLANCE
The ECC versions of Pentium II processor complex upgrade options provide:

o Leading-edge 233MHz or 266MHz Pentium II processing capability

o Investment protection for customers with selected IBM PC Servers

o ECC protected L2 Cache to deliver higher reliability for PC Servers used in business critical applications

o Support for Windows NT Server, OS/2 Warp Server, Novell NetWare(**), and SCO(**) Unixware and Open Server

Previews provide insight into IBM plans and direction. General availability, prices, ordering information, and terms and conditions will be provided when the product is announced.

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Processors

Date Created

19-05-97

Last Updated

22-01-99

Revision Date

14-07-99

Brand

IBM PC Server

Product Family

PC Server 325, PC Server 330

Machine Type

8639, 8640

Model

Various

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