Announcement Summary
IBM United States
September 18, 2001 Announcements by FAX or Internet
FAX
The Table of Contents in this package contains the title and letter number for each announcement. Through the FAX Information Service, you can access these or previous Announcement Letters. See the Table of Contents for the FAX Information Service Index. The FAX Information Service is toll-free, easy to use, and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. All you have to do is:
Step 1: From your touch-tone phone, dial 1-800-IBM-4FAX (1-800-426-4329).
Note: Near the end of your call, you will be prompted for the phone number of your fax machine.
Step 2: Select Option 2.
Step 3: Enter the selected Announcement Letter Number.
The Announcement Letter Number is the number that follows the title in the Table of Contents. In the following example, it is 101-253.
Options by IBM: PRO/1000T Desktop and PRO/1000T Low Profile Desktop Adapters by Intel 101-253
To select the fax for the detailed Announcement Letter, enter 101253 followed by the pound (#) key.
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Internet
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ii FAX Information Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 In This Issue
Hardware Options by IBM: PRO/1000T Desktop and PRO/1000T Low Profile Desktop Adapters by Intel 101-253 ...... 1 IBM NetVista A22p Small Business Systems with Microsoft Office XP 101-254 ...... 2 IBM NetVista X41 Delivers Powerful Computing in an Xtreme Space-Savings, Cool Design and Easier to Use 101-255 ...... 3 New IBM NetVista A22p Pentium 4 Systems 101-257 ...... 4 New IBM NetVista A22p Systems with the Intel Pentium 4 Processor 101-258 ...... 5 New IBM NetVista A21 Series Feature Latest Intel Celeron Processors 101-259 ...... 6 New IBM NetVista A22p Systems with Intel Pentium 4 Processor 101-260 ...... 7 Options by IBM: IBM Optical 3-Button ScrollPoint Mouse PS/2 & USB 101-261 ...... 8 Options by IBM: IBM UPS 500 and IBM UPS 675 USB 101-262 ...... 9 Selected New Models of IBM NetVista M41 International Special Bids — Global Models Plus Program 101-263 ...... 10 IBM T560 15.0-inch Hybrid Flat-Panel Color Monitor 101-264 ...... 11 Options by IBM: IBM PC133 CL2 NP SDRAM UDIMM Memory Upgrades 101-265 ...... 12 Selected New Models of IBM NetVista X41 International Special Bids — Global Models Plus Program 101-266 ...... 13 Options by IBM: IBM 32 MB USB Memory Key 101-267 ...... 14 New IBM IntelliStation E Pro Models Deliver Increased Processing Power 101-268 ...... 15 New IBM NetVista M41 Pentium 4 Systems 101-269 ...... 16 IBM NetVista X41 Delivers Powerful Computing in an Xtreme Space-Saving Design 101-270 ...... 17 Options by IBM: The IBM Zip 250MB Internal Drive Now Includes Installation Hardware 101-271 ...... 18 Options by IBM: IBM 60GB 7200 rpm ATA/100 (EIDE) Hard Disk Drive 101-272 ...... 19 Options by IBM: IBM High Rate Wireless LAN PCI Adapter (Low Profile Enabled) 101-273 ...... 20 Options by IBM: IBM NetVista X Series Radial Arm 101-274 ...... 21 Options by IBM: IBM DVD-RAM/DVD-R Drive 101-275 ...... 22 IBM 4694 Point-of-Sale Systems — New Models Give You Greater Speed and Capacities 101-276 ...... 23
Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Table of Contents iii Enhanced SurePOS 730 Models; High-Powered, Flexible Solutions For a New Age of Retail 101-277 ...... 24 IBM Integrated Facility for Linux on Multiprise 3000 101-278 ...... 25
Software Software Service Extension: Selected IBM AIX Programs 201-260 ...... 27 IBM AIXlink/X.25 Version 2.0 Delivers 64-Bit and 32-Bit Functionality 201-261 ...... 28 New Integrated Product Structure for IBM WebSphere Commerce Analyzer Advanced Edition Version 1.1 201-262 ...... 29 Tivoli Web Component Manager Version 1.1 201-263 ...... 30 Enhanced Modular Storage Server Software Solutions Increase MSS Capacity and Configuration Flexibility 201-271 ...... 31 Availability Date Change: TAXWARE Integration Module 201-277 ...... 32
Marketing Modification: IBM DB2 Universal Developer′s Edition Promotion 301-158 ...... 33
Services IBM ServicePac for Warranty and Maintenance Options, Warranty Service Upgrades, and Annual Maintenance Available for Additional NetVista Systems 601-032 ...... 35
Withdrawal Software Withdrawal: Chili!Soft ASP Solutions and AIXlink/X.25 Version 1 — Replacements Available 901-232 ...... 37 Cooperative Hardware Withdrawal: Johnson & Quin Products 901-233 ...... 38 Hardware Withdrawal: Selected IBM 4694 Point of Sale (POS) System Models — Replacements Available 901-234 ...... 39 Hardware Withdrawal: McDATA ED-5000 FC Director — Replacement Available 901-235 ...... 40 Hardware Withdrawal: Selected IBM SurePOS 700 Series Models 901-236 ...... 41 Hardware Withdrawal: IBM 2101 Seascape Solutions Rack Model 100 901-237 ...... 42 Service Extension for Tivoli Enterprise Console V3R6, Withdrawal and End-of-Service for Selected Tivoli Products 901-238 ...... 43 Hardware Withdrawal: Selected IBM 3170 Models and Model Upgrade — Replacements Available 901-239 ...... 44 Service Discontinuance: IBM Distributed Data Services for Windows NT V1, IBM 4690 Controller Services Feature of DDS for Windows NT V1 901-240 ...... 45
iv Table of Contents Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Announcement Letter Numeric Index ...... 47
Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Table of Contents v vi Table of Contents Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Hardware
Options by IBM: PRO/1000T Desktop and PRO/1000T Low Profile Desktop Adapters by Intel Announcement Letter 101-253, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview The adapter eases IT administration and helps reduce At a Glance IBM continues to enhance its support needs with advanced Ethernet adapter offerings by management capabilities such as The PRO/1000T Desktop and introducing the PRO/1000T Desktop Wired for Management (WfM) 2.0 PRO/1000T Low Profile Desktop Adapters by Intel. Now PCs can get support including Wake on LAN Adapters by Intel offer the high-speed bandwidth to the (WoL) (full WoL function support following features and benefits: planned with fourth quarter 2001 desktop for bandwidth intensive • desktop applications including device driver updates). Compatible with PCI 2.2 systems streaming video, graphics • Meet most industry standards multimedia, engineering design and Key Prerequisites with required certifications and simulation, scientific modeling and logos forecasting. The adapter can be installed in a PCI 2.2-compatible Intel Pentium • Common driver set with other The new adapters offer auto speed — architecture processor, IBM or Intel Ethernet adapters configuration to 10, 100, or non-IBM, PCs. 1000 Mbps over industry-standard • Intel PROSet Utility for easy Category 5 copper cabling. setup Upgradability to gigabit speeds Planned Availability Date For technical support: helps customers avoid costly October 31, 2001 upgrades that require opening the • Request technical information PC. via the Personal Computing Division Web site at: This offering includes both a http://www.ibm.com/pc/support standard height PCI bracket version or IBM FaxBack (800-426-3395) and a low-profile PCI bracket version with standard RJ-45 connection. The adapter comes with device drivers to support Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows NT 4.0, Sun Solaris, SCO UNIXware 7.x. Future device driver updates are planned for fourth quarter 2001 to include Windows 98, Windows Me, and Linux.
IBM Part List Description Number Price*
PRO/1000T Desktop Adapter by Intel 22P6501 $99 (option with software/manuals CD) PRO/1000T Desktop Adapter by Intel 22P6510 95 PRO/1000T Low Profile Desktop 22P6601 99 Adapter by Intel (option with software/manuals CD) PRO/1000T Low Profile Desktop 22P6610 95 Adapter by Intel
* IBM price; does not include tax or shipping and is subject to change without notice. Reseller prices may vary.
Trademarks
Wake on LAN is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both. Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. Windows and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others.
Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Hardware 1 Hardware
IBM NetVista A22p Small Business Systems with Microsoft Office XP Announcement Letter 101-254, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview For up-to-date marketing and technical information, visit the IBM At a Glance Designed with the small business in Web site at: mind, these NetVista A22p The new NetVista A22p Small systems deliver an unbeatable http://www.pc.ibm.com Business Systems brings you the combination of performance and 1 CD drive rates are variable and are high performance and leading business tools. often less than the maximum business tools that you need. possible. Features include: Outstanding Value and Performance 2 Certain Microsoft software products included with this computer may • Intel Pentium 4 processors with • Intel Pentium 4 processors (up use technological measures for 256 KB integrated cache to 2 GHz) copy protection. IN SUCH EVENT, YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO USE • Integrated Ethernet standard on • Integrated 256 KB cache THE PRODUCT IF YOU DO NOT all models • FULLY COMPLY WITH THE Integrated Ethernet standard on PRODUCT ACTIVATION • Standard audio with integrated all models PROCEDURES. Product activation speaker procedures and Microsoft′s privacy • 1 16x-10x-40x maximum CD-RW policy will be detailed during initial • Award-winning IBM service on select models launch of the product, or upon • Microsoft Office XP Small • certain reinstallations of the 8x-4x-32x-8x maximum combo software products or Business, and Lotus SmartSuite drive on select models reconfigurations of the computer, Millennium license included with • and may be completed by Internet all models Standard audio with integrated or telephone (toll charges may speaker apply). • ConfigSafe, and Norton 3 Some software may differ from its AntiVirus (OEM Version) Business Tools retail version (if available), and may software help protect your most not include user manuals or all 2 valuable commodity — your • Microsoft Office XP Small program functionality. For non-IBM Business included with all software, applicable third-party data 3 models software licenses may apply. • Microsoft Internet Explorer and Warranty, service, and support for • Lotus SmartSuite Millennium non-IBM products, if any, are Netscape Communicator for license provided by third parties, not IBM. exceptional flexibility IBM makes no representations or Data Protection warranties regarding non-IBM products. • ConfigSafe software helps you backup system files and recover Planned Availability Date in the event of a system failure • Norton AntiVirus (OEM Version) October 2001 identifies and eliminates computer viruses that can destroy your most valuable asset — your data Internet Tools • Popular browsers — Microsoft Internet Explorer and Netscape Communicator • IBM Universal Manageability (UM) Services and UM Desktop Extensions for easy systems management with PC-Doctor, and ConfigSafe
2 Hardware Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Hardware
IBM NetVista X41 Delivers Powerful Computing in an Xtreme Space-Savings, Cool Design and Easier to Use Announcement Letter 101-255, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview Ample expansion is provided by six USB ports, two low-profile PCI slots, At a Glance Extraordinary space-saving design a parallel port, and two PS/2 with high performance ports. Integrated stereo speakers Connect, Compute, Communicate. complete this powerful, yet Xtreme Space Savings — The all compact package. The new NetVista X41 models new integrated flat panel PC design delivers powerful computing in a on the NetVista X41 takes up to The all new modular design of the bold, space-saving design. X41 offers tool-less access to the 75% less workspace than the • standard desktop. With options like hard drive, memory, optical drive, Intel Pentium 4 processors the NetVista X Series Radial Arm, and two low-profile PCI slots. The • 48x-20x CD-ROM, 16x/10x/40x the X41 provides a wide range of flat panel is also removable for Max CD-RW or 8x/4x/32x/8x Max motion adjustable to your needs. serviceability. Combo Drive (select models) Exciting options like the IBM Wireless keyboard and mouse kit Easy to Use and Manage • Wireless Keyboard and Mouse or Rapid Access-III Keyboard remove even more cable clutter. With an integrated Intel 10/100 and ScrollPoint -III Mouse Choice of Screen Sizes — 17-inch Ethernet port (with Wake on (select models) or 15-inch flat panel monitor LAN ), the X41 is network ready — for the LAN or broadband • 20 GB or 40 GB Ultra ATA-100 The NetVista X41 comes with a access.1 HDD choice of flat panel screen sizes • with large viewing areas. The Thin Tailored to Individual User Needs 56k data/fax modem and integrated 10/100 Ethernet Film Transistor (TFT) screens The NetVista X41 comes built with consume less power than a V.92 Ready Modem (takes one • Integrated stereo speakers conventional desktop and CRT low-profile PCI slot). monitor. A 17-inch TFT touch screen model is available. A 1 Requires separate broadband 15-inch TFT touch screen model is service account in the United States available via special bid. or other countries or both. High Performance in a No Planned Availability Date Compromise Modular Design November 2001 A range of powerful Pentium 4 processors (up to 1.8 GHz) are available. A variety of features include hard drives up to 60 GB, maximum memory of 2 GB, powerful 3D graphics featuring the ATI Rage 128 Ultra chip with 16 MB of video memory, and a variety of optical drives including CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-RW, and CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo drives.
Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Hardware 3 Hardware
New IBM NetVista A22p Pentium 4 Systems Announcement Letter 101-257, Dated September 18, 2001
• Tool-less PCI card slots Overview At a Glance • Internal bays flip up and The new NetVista A22p systems components slide on rails make it easier to manage the Manageability and Performance migration to the next generation of • Four USB ports for easy with: stable, performance-based upgrades, two of which are in the • Exceptional performance and systems. They not only bring the front for easy access Intel Pentium 4 processor to room for growth: mainstream systems as the next Easy to Use and Manage − Fast Intel Pentium 4 stable platform but also feature a • processors suite of solutions to help reduce the Superior system manageability overall cost of PC hardware and tools − Outstanding 2D/3D graphics ensure stable software and • Tool-less mechanical designs performance for the operating system transitions. enable faster upgrades and demanding graphics repairs applications A22p Family Performance Features • Consistent and stable platform Optimized for Connectivity • Intel Pentium 4 processor that enables long-term rollout • projects • Intel 845 chipset with 133 MHz Intel 10/100 Ethernet integrated memory bus speed support with Wake on LAN support • Universal Manageability can: • Up to 1.5 GB of SDRAM system Award-Winning IBM Service and − Lower your total cost memory support Support − Increase PC availability and • AGP 4X nVidia video adapter • Award-winning service and control support available globally. with 16 MB of SDRAM standard • on all models Three mechanical form factors • Full range of services available with one common system board • for all customer sizes. All models have Ultra ATA 100 • HDDs Innovative tool-less mechanical • IBM PC LifeCycle Care includes designs allow for easy Offerings Tailored to User Needs models for stable enterprise upgradeability and service rollout projects. support • Stable platform with longer product life For up-to-date marketing and technical information, visit the IBM • Access IBM provides one click Web site at: access for service and support information, system updates, http://www.pc.ibm.com and diagnostics • Intel Pentium 4 processors for Planned Availability Date high-performance computing October 2001 Leadership Design Features • Three mechanical form factors all sharing one common system board and a single software image • Tool-less cover removal for all mechanical packages
4 Hardware Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Hardware
New IBM NetVista A22p Systems with the Intel Pentium 4 Processor Announcement Letter 101-258, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview Advanced Design At a Glance The NetVista A22p computer The NetVista A22p features the helps you get more from the latest Intel Pentium 4 processor The new NetVista A22p models Internet: and Intel 845 chipset that supports deliver powerful computing ready a 133 MHz front-side bus. for e-business with technology to • One-button access to your protect your computing Internet Ready browser investment: With an integrated 56K modem, • Easy-to-program keys that take • Intel Pentium 4 processors you directly to your favorite Web included with all models, the sites1 NetVista A22p makes Internet • Ultra ATA 100 hard disk drives configuration easier, saving time 2 • • Built-in 56K modem on all and IT resources. 56K data/fax modem on all models models Once the system is up and running, • • Shared Internet access and you can easily navigate AGP4 video adapters standard peripherals applications and the Internet with on all models the IBM Rapid Access-III keyboard Simplicity • Rapid Access-III keyboard and and the ScrollPoint -III mouse. ScrollPoint-III mouse standard The NetVista A22p computer is 1 Requires separate Internet access on all models tailored to the needs of: account. • External active stereo speakers 2 Public network download speeds • Small or home businesses are limited to 53 Kbps. Upload on all models • speeds are limited to 31.2 Kbps. Employees who work at home Compatible phone line and server • People who use computers for equipment required. Actual speeds depend on many factors and are career advancement, education, often less than the maximum entertainment, and household possible. management The NetVista A22p has a number Planned Availability Date of features that make it ready for e-business and technology to help October 2001 protect your computing investment. Power and Expandability An expandable NetVista A22p microtower system offers maximum versatility and convenience with traditional PC components, including three PCI slots, and four USB ports.
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New IBM NetVista A21 Series Feature Latest Intel Celeron Processors Announcement Letter 101-259, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview For up-to-date marketing and technical information, visit the IBM At a Glance Help protect your business data Web site at Web site: now with the latest models in the Help protect your most precious NetVista A21 family featuring http://www.pc.ibm.com commodity — business data — with Intel Celeron processors and the 1 Not all form factors are available in the latest NetVista A21 Series. 810e chipset with ICH2. all countries. Features include: 2 CD drive rates are variable and are • Outstanding Value and Performance often less than the maximum New Intel Celeron 1.1 GHz and possible. 1.0 GHz processors on select • Choice of small form factor, models desktop, or microtower with one motherboard, allowing a single Planned Availability Date • Intel 810e chipset with ICH2 software image across all three • Integrated 3D video form factors1 September 2001 • • Microsoft Office XP Small Four USB ports (two front Business Edition on select access) models • Ultra-ATA 100 HDD • Award-winning IBM service and • 48x-20x variable-speed2 quality CD-ROM drive on select models • Essential data protection • Audio Integrated Soundmax with − ConfigSafe software SPX (requires powered − Norton AntiVirus (OEM speakers) Edition) • Intel 10/100 Ethernet integrated • Selected configuration available in multiple countries enabling a common platform at multiple sites internationally Essential Data Protection • IBM Backup and Restore software backs up system files in the event of a system failure. • Industry-leading Norton AntiVirus (OEM Edition) identifies and eliminates computer viruses that can destroy your data.
6 Hardware Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Hardware
New IBM NetVista A22p Systems with Intel Pentium 4 Processor Announcement Letter 101-260, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview Advanced Design At a Glance The NetVista A22p computer The NetVista A22p features the helps you get more from the latest Intel Pentium 4 processor The new NetVista A22p models Internet: and Intel 845 chipset that supports deliver powerful computing ready a 133 MHz front-side bus. for e-business and technology to • One-button access to your protect your computing Internet Ready browser investment. With an integrated 56K modem, • Easy-to-program keys that take • Intel Pentium 4 processors you directly to your favorite Web included with all models, the sites1 NetVista A22p makes Internet • Ultra ATA 100 HDDs access easy. • Built-in 56K modem2 on all • 56K data/fax modem on all models Once the system is up and running, models you can easily navigate • • Shared Internet access and applications and the Internet with AGP4 video adapters standard peripherals the IBM Rapid Access-III keyboard on all models and the ScrollPoint -III mouse. Simplicity • Rapid Access-III keyboard and 1 Requires separate Internet access ScrollPoint-III mouse standard The NetVista A22p computer is account. on all models 2 tailored to the needs of: Public network download speeds • are limited to 53 Kbps. Upload External active stereo speakers • Small or home businesses speeds are limited to 31.2 Kbps. on all models Compatible phone line and server • Employees who work at home equipment required. Actual speeds • depend on many factors and are People who use computers for often less than the maximum career advancement, education, possible. entertainment, and household management Planned Availability Date The NetVista A22p has a number of features that make it ready for October 2001 e-business and technology to help protect your computing investment. Power and Expandability An expandable NetVista A22p microtower system offers maximum versatility and convenience with traditional PC components, including three PCI slots, and four USB ports.
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Options by IBM: IBM Optical 3-Button ScrollPoint Mouse PS/2 & USB Announcement Letter 101-261, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview Key Prerequisites At a Glance The IBM Optical 3-Button The IBM Optical 3-Button ScrollPoint Mouse PS/2 & USB ScrollPoint Mouse PS/2 & USB is The IBM Optical 3-Button includes a mouse stick to control supported on: ScrollPoint Mouse PS/2 & USB is a scrolling and other functions. comfortably shaped mouse with Optical technology provides Hardware Requirements the latest IBM technology: precision control and no • Most IBM desktop and • mechanical ball (no need for a Optical sensor for precision ThinkPad systems (refer to the mouse pad). This mouse comes control Compatibility section for standard with a PS/2 and USB distinctions) • 360°, continuous scrolling in connector. As a USB device, the • IBM-compatible computers with documents and on the Internet mouse can be connected to any PS/2 or USB ports enabled USB port. Features • Ambidextrous shape include: Software Requirements • Rubberized sides • Optical sensor for precision • For PS/2 port: Windows 95, • Color-coded connector control — no mechanical ball to Windows 98, Windows NT 4.0, get dirty/dusty Windows 2000, Windows ME, or • Six-foot cable, 400 DPI • Windows XP Force-sensing stick for • For technical support: scrolling/and other functions For USB port: Windows 98, including: Windows 2000, Windows ME, or • Request technical information Windows XP via the Personal Computing − Horizontal and vertical IBM List Price*: $45 Division Web site at scrolling http://www.ibm.com/pc/support − 360 scroll/pan * IBM price; does not include tax or or IBM FaxBack (800-426-3395) − Internet scroll shipping and is subject to change − Autoscroll without notice. Reseller prices may − Data zoom in/out vary. − Application/document switching Product Number: 33L3250 − MS IntelliMouse compatible • Programmable third-button — Planned Availability Date preset for back browser control November 2001 • Ambidextrous design — right and Trademarks left handed user friendly • ScrollPoint is a trademark of Rubberized sides for added International Business Machines control Corporation in the United States or other countries or both. This three-button mouse, available PS/2, ThinkPad, and DPI are in Slate Blue, lets you experience registered trademarks of comfort and reliability; and gives International Business Machines you the opportunity to enhance Corporation in the United States or your productivity while working on other countries or both. spreadsheets or browsing the Windows NT and Windows are Internet. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others.
8 Hardware Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Hardware
Options by IBM: IBM UPS 500 and IBM UPS 675 USB Announcement Letter 101-262, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview Key Prerequisites At a Glance IBM introduces a new family of The IBM UPS 500 and UPS 675 USB uninterruptible power supply (UPS) are supported on NetVista , The new family of IBM UPSs products for customers with power ThinkPad and IntelliStation provides battery backup and helps and battery backup requirements. systems. protect your computer systems The new IBM UPSs incorporate from damage resulting from leading-edge UPS technology Planned Availability Dates blackouts, brownouts, surges, and together with industry exclusive lightning. IBM UPSs provide “3D” features and functionality (six • November 2001, IBM UPS 500 Protection — protection from pass-through outlets). These UPSs (33L3477) system Damage, system provide battery backup and help • October 31, 2001, IBM UPS 675 Downtime, and Data loss. Other protect computer systems from USB (33L3478) benefits include: damage resulting from blackouts, 1 • brownouts, surges, and lightning. For information on and copies of IBM UPS 500 (Flat Pack Design) ′ − — Both models, the UPS 500 and UPS IBM s statement of limited Battery backup 10 minutes warranty, go to: − 675 USB, help you save precious Network and phone line surge http://www.ibm.com/pc/support data and safely shut down your protection or contact your local reseller. − system. Power Management Utility and Shutdown software; saves and closes open files and operating system − Six outlets — three UPS and surge plus three surge only; all six pass-through outlets − Three-year limited warranty1, service and support; the best in the power industry • IBM UPS 675 USB (Tower Design) − Battery backup — 30 minutes − Auto voltage regulation (AVR); manages incoming power − Network and phone line surge protection − Power Management Utility and Shutdown software; saves and closes open files and operating system − Six outlets — three UPS and surge plus three surge only; all six pass-through outlets − Three-year limited warranty, service and support; the best in the power industry For technical support: • Request technical information via the Personal Computing Division Web site at: http://www.ibm.com/pc/support or IBM FaxBack (800-426-3395)
Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Hardware 9 Hardware
Selected New Models of IBM NetVista M41 International Special Bids — Global Models Plus Program Announcement Letter 101-263, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview IBM Global Models Plus (GMP) is the new name for International special bid machine types. Improvements to the program include the elimination of the nomination/approval process, reseller certification requirement and the International qualification criteria. Global Models Plus for selected NetVista systems include: • Three-year limited warranty (parts and labor) • On-site repair, 9 hours a day, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, and next business day response objective • Refer to the Warranty Service Support Category section for details This Global Models Plus machine type is available only through pricing special bids. Product availability with on-site service will be determined during the special bid process. The IBM Global Customer Offerings group or LE Direct will work with marketing representatives on this offering. For detailed information on each product, including features, benefits, requirements, and technical specifications, refer to the hardware announcement listed in the Reference Information section. Key Prerequisites Customers must meet the following criteria and the special bid pricing can be for one Country or International: Global Priority System (GPS) customer • Global Account Management • Global Direct Fulfillment • LE Direct Planned Availability Date Availability dates will be determined during the special bid process.
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IBM T560 15.0-inch Hybrid Flat-Panel Color Monitor Announcement Letter 101-264, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview Benefits At a Glance • The new design of the T560 Desktop space savings flat-panel monitor allows for • Helps reduce emissions and The new T560 color monitor multiple adjustments for your energy consumption features: viewing comfort. • • Attachment flexibility 15.0-inch viewable image area Features • • Viewing comfort and flexibility New design offering multiple • 15.0-inch viewable image area adjustments for viewing comfort • 1024 x 768 addressability Availability Date • 1024 x 768 addressability • • Portrait and landscape image September 18, 2001 Smaller footprint than the viewing equivalent CRT-based monitor • Hybrid systems connectivity — • Portrait and landscape image analog or digital system attach viewing • Full range of lift/tilt motion • Tilts backward 145 degrees allows user to adjust for viewing allowing someone across desk comfort from user to view image • Full-screen support for other • Analog or digital system common Video Electronics attachment Standards Association (VESA) • Lift/tilt stand with full range of and industry modes motion • Backward tilt 145 degrees • Pivot Pro software rotates image • Pivot Pro software rotates image 90, 180, and 270 degrees 90, 180, and 270 degrees • Compatible with popular IBM PC • Simplified on-screen displays in system units (refer to the your choice of U.S. English, Compatibility section for details) French, German, Spanish, and • Video Electronics Standards Italian Association (VESA) Display Data • Scaling allows viewing of Channel (DDC) 2B plug and play 1 full-page images of resolutions capability for easy setup less than 1024 x 768 • Wall or desk mounting using the • Lockable digital controls optional IBM Radial Arm (not included) or using third-party • Arm or wall mounting (mounting accessories meeting VESA arm sold separately) flat-panel monitor physical mounting interface standard • Models available in pearl white (FPMPMI) and stealth black 1 System hardware- and software-dependent
Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Hardware 11 Hardware
Options by IBM: IBM PC133 CL2 NP SDRAM UDIMM Memory Upgrades Announcement Letter 101-265, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview Key Prerequisites At a Glance Improve the overall performance The IBM PC133 CL2 NP SDRAM of your NetVista A22, M41, and UDIMM Memory Upgrades are This memory upgrade offering lets X41 systems with the IBM 64MB, supported on: you upgrade standard system 128MB, 256MB, and 512MB PC133 memory capacity, improving CL2 NP Synchronous Dynamic • NetVista A22, M41, and X41 overall system performance. Random Access Memory (SDRAM) systems Features and benefits include: UDIMM memory upgrades. • Non-IBM systems that support • Test-proven 100% compatibility SDRAM enables faster industry-standard SDRAM to the on IBM systems indicated in the performance than either traditional PC133 specification Hardware Requirements — IBM fast page mode (FPM) or Systems section hyper-page mode (EDO) memory. Availability Date • Meets IBM′s stringent reliability Adding additional IBM Memory is a standards for memory products cost-effective way to improve your September 18, 2001 • Fast access time — synchronous ′ to processor′s front-side bus system s performance. 1 For information on and copies of clock ′ IBM s statement of limited • 168-pin UDIMM with gold-plated warranty, go to: leads http://www.ibm.com/pc/support • or contact your local reseller. Serial presence detect/decode functions • Limited warranty1 by IBM In order to get the genuine product, be sure to specify “IBM” Product. Some resellers offer similar products under identical part numbers that are neither supported, nor warranted, by IBM. For technical support: • Request technical information via the Personal Computing Division Web site at: http://www.ibm.com/pc/support or IBM FaxBack (800-426-3395)
IBM Part List Description Number Price* IBM 64MB PC133 CL2 10K0055 $ 23 NP SDRAM UDIMM IBM 128MB PC133 CL2 10K0057 41 NP SDRAM UDIMM IBM 256MB PC133 CL2 10K0059 78 NP SDRAM UDIMM IBM 512MB PC133 CL2 10K0061 229 NP SDRAM UDIMM
* IBM price; does not include tax or shipping and is subject to change without notice. Reseller prices may vary. Trademarks
NetVista is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both. Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others.
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Selected New Models of IBM NetVista X41 International Special Bids — Global Models Plus Program Announcement Letter 101-266, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview IBM Global Models Plus (GMP) is the new name for International special bid machine types. Improvements to the program include the elimination of the nomination/approval process, reseller certification requirement and the International qualification criteria. Global Models Plus for selected NetVista systems include: • Three-year limited warranty (parts and labor) • On-site repair, 9 hours a day, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, and next business day response objective • Refer to the Warranty Service Support Category section for details This GMP machine type is available only through pricing special bids. Product availability with on-site service will be determined during the special bid process. The IBM Global Customer Offerings group or LE Direct will work with marketing representatives on this offering. For detailed information on each product, including features, benefits, requirements, and technical specifications, refer to the hardware announcement listed in the Reference Information section. Key Prerequisites Customers must meet the following criteria and the special bid pricing can be for one Country or International: Global Priority System (GPS) customer • Global Account Management • Global Direct Fulfillment • LE Direct
Planned Availability Dates Availability dates will be determined during the special bid process.
Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Hardware 13 Hardware
Options by IBM: IBM 32 MB USB Memory Key Announcement Letter 101-267, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview Key Prerequisites At a Glance The IBM 32 MB USB Memory Key An available USB port. is a USB compact flash storage The IBM 32 MB USB Memory Key device that allows you to share IBM List Price*: $89 is a miniature USB compact flash storage device that easily allows data between any notebook or * IBM price; does not include tax or desktop system with a functional shipping and is subject to change you to share data between USB port without the need for a without notice. Reseller prices may notebook or desktop systems with floppy. It provides 32 MB of vary. a functional USB port. It also lets storage capability to store your you transfer and store the text, presentations, spreadsheets, Product Number: 22P5296 equivalent of twenty-two 1.44 MB multimedia files, or any other diskettes. Features include: storage needs. It is Plug and Play Planned Availability Date • ready and does not require Very small form factor software, drivers, or batteries for October 12, 2001 • Disk write protection switch to Windows XP, Me, or 2000. protect your files/data from Trademarks Software drivers are included for being accidentally overwritten Windows 98 support. Windows is a registered trademark • of Microsoft Corporation. Key ring, pouch carrying case, Other company, product, and pocket clip, and sling (lanyard) service names may be trademarks included for convenient or service marks of others. transport For technical support: • Request technical information via the Personal Computing Division Web site at http://www.ibm.com/pc/support or IBM FaxBack (800-426-3395)
14 Hardware Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Hardware
New IBM IntelliStation E Pro Models Deliver Increased Processing Power Announcement Letter 101-268, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview Note: Copies of the IBM Statement of Limited Warranty can be At a Glance New models of the IntelliStation obtained by contacting your E Pro workstation feature fast reseller or calling IBM. In the New IntelliStation E Pro systems processors and high-performance United States, call IBM at feature advanced technology, graphics in desktop and minitower 800-772-2227. In Canada, call IBM application compatibility, and systems. at 800-565-3344. system reliability. 1 Incredible Performance GHz only measures microprocessor • Intel Pentium 4 processors at internal clock speed, not application 1.6, 1.8, or 2.0 GHz1 • Intel Pentium 4 microprocessor performance. Many factors affect with streaming SIMD extensions application performance. • Graphics: 2 Variable read rate. Actual playback and either 1.6, 1.8 or 2.0 GHz speed will vary and is often less − Matrox Millennium G450 AGP processors with 256 KB L2 than the maximum possible. − NVIDIA Quadro2 EX 3 cache For warranties including on-site − NVIDIA Quadro2 Pro labor, IBM sends a technician after • Intel 845 core-chipset attempting to diagnose and resolve • HDD: • the problem remotely. PC133 CL2 ECC SDRAM UDIMM − Integrated ATA-100 EIDE memory Planned Availability Date support • Ultra160 SCSI or ATA-100 EIDE − High-performance HDD subsystems October 5, 2001 10,000 rpm Ultra160 SCSI or ATA-100 EIDE HDD with Outstanding 2D and 3D Graphics S.M.A.R.T. Your choice of graphics subsystem: • 48x-20x (variable-speed) CD-ROM drive2 • Matrox Millennium G450 AGP (performance 2D) • Integrated Ethernet • NVIDIA Quadro2 EX (entry 3D) • Rack-mountable minitower models with six slots, seven • NVIDIA Quadro2 Pro bays, and 340-watt power supply (advanced 3D) • Desktop models with four Reliability low-profile slots, three bays, and 160-watt power supply The highly reliable IntelliStation E Pro systems feature a limited • Microsoft Windows 2000 three-year warranty on parts and • System hardware warranty3— labor. On-site three years, parts and labor
Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Hardware 15 Hardware
New IBM NetVista M41 Pentium 4 Systems Announcement Letter 101-269, Dated September 18, 2001
• Tool-less PCI card slots Overview At a Glance • Internal bays flip up and The new NetVista M41 systems components slide on rails make it easy to manage the Manageability, Security, and migration to the next generation of • Four USB ports for easy Performance with: stable, performance-based upgrades, two of which are in the • Exceptional performance and systems. They not only bring the front for easy access Intel Pentium 4 processor to room for growth: mainstream systems as the next Easy to Use and Manage − Fast Intel Pentium 4 stable platform but also feature a • processors suite of solutions to help reduce the Superior system manageability overall cost of PC hardware and tools − Outstanding 2D/3D graphics ensure stable software and • Desktop industry′s only performance for the most operating system transitions. embedded data-encrypting demanding graphics security subsystem (select applications M41 Family Performance Features models) • Consistent and stable platform • Intel Pentium 4 processor with • Tool-less mechanical designs that enables long-term rollout internal clock speed of up to enable faster upgrades and projects 2 GHz repairs • Universal Manageability can: • Intel 845 chipset with 133 MHz Optimized for Connectivity − memory bus speed support Lower your total cost • − • Up to 1.5 GB of SDRAM system Intel 10/100 Ethernet integrated Increase PC availability and memory support with Wake on LAN support control • • AGP 4x nVidia video adapter Award-Winning IBM Service and IBM embedded security with 16 MB of SDRAM (select Support subsystem (select models) models) • • Award-winning service and Three mechanical form factors • AGP 4x nVidia video adapter support available globally. with one common system board with 32 MB of SDRAM (select • • Full range of services available Innovative tool-less mechanical models) for all customer sizes. designs allow for easy • All models with Ultra ATA 100 upgradeability and service • IBM PC LifeCycle Care includes HDDs support models for stable enterprise Offerings Tailored to User Needs roll-out projects. • Stable platform with longer For up-to-date marketing and product life technical information, visit the IBM Web site at: • Access IBM provides one click access for service and support http://www.pc.ibm.com information, system updates, and diagnostics Planned Availability Date • Intel Pentium 4 processors for high-performance computing October 2001 Leadership Design Features • Three mechanical form factors all sharing one common system board and a single software image • Tool-less cover removal for all mechanical packages
16 Hardware Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Hardware
IBM NetVista X41 Delivers Powerful Computing in an Xtreme Space-Saving Design Announcement Letter 101-270, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview Ample expansion is provided by six USB ports, two low-profile PCI slots, At a Glance Extraordinary Space-Saving Design a parallel port, and two PS/2 with High Performance ports. Integrated stereo speakers Connect, Compute, Communicate. complete this powerful, yet Xtreme Space Savings — The all compact package. The redesigned NetVista X Series new integrated flat-panel PC design models deliver powerful computing on the NetVista X41 takes up to The all new modular design of the in a bold, new Xtreme space saving 75% less workspace than the X41 offers tool-less access to the design. hard drive, memory, optical drive, standard desktop system. With • options like the NetVista X Series and two low-profile PCI slots. The Intel Pentium 4 processors Radial Arm, the X41 provides a flat panel is also removable for • Large-capacity Ultra ATA-100 wide range of motion adjustable to serviceability. hard files your needs. Exciting options like the IBM Wireless keyboard and Easy to Use and Manage • 48x-20x CD-ROM mouse kit remove even more cable With an integrated Intel 10/100 • Integrated 10/100 Ethernet with clutter. Ethernet port (with Wake on Wake on LAN LAN ), the X41 is network ready Choice of Screen Sizes — 17-inch • — for the LAN or broadband Integrated stereo speakers or 15-inch flat-panel monitor 1 access. • 16 MB video memory The NetVista X41 comes with a choice of flat-panel screen sizes Enterprise Ready • 128 MB or 256 MB of SDRAM memory on select models with large viewing areas. The Thin The NetVista X41 now offers Film Transistor (TFT) screens Workhorse models and a wide • Windows Office XP SBE consume less power than a range of Manageability features. preinstalled on select models conventional desktop and CRT The IBM Security subsystem is on • monitor. A 15-inch TFT touch select models. Essential data protection: screen model is available. A 17-inch TFT touch screen model is 1 Requires separate broadband − ConfigSafe available via special bid. service account − Norton AntiVirus (OEM Version) High Performance in a No Planned Availability Dates • Compromise Modular Design Universal Management (UM): Enables critical systems • October 2001 management functions that can A range of powerful Pentium 4 • November 2001 — Select be easily performed by you or processors (up to 1.8 GHz) are models available. A variety of features your business partner include hard drives up to 40 GB, maximum memory of 2 GB, powerful 3D graphics featuring the ATI Rage 128 Ultra chip with 16 MB of video memory, and a variety of optical drives includes CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-RW, and CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo drive.
Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Hardware 17 Hardware
Options by IBM: The IBM Zip 250MB Internal
Drive Now Includes Installation Hardware (summary only announcement) Announcement Letter 101-271, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview Effective immediately, the IBM Zip 250MB Internal Drive, option part number 00N8078, includes industry-standard hardware for easy installation in both 5.25-inch and 3.5-inch bays. No additional hardware is required. The Iomega Zip tools software will be available for free download via the IBM Support Web site at: http://www.ibm.com/pc/support A software CD will no longer be provided. For more information on this drive, refer to Hardware Announcement 199-295, dated October 26, 1999. The Zip 250MB Internal Drive is supported on the following IBM systems:
Description Machine Type Model
Aptiva 2158, 2163, 2164, 2165, 2170, 2171, All 2172, 2173, 2174, 2187, 2188, 2198, All 2199, 2193, 2194, 2196, 2197, 2274, All 2284, 2178 All PC 300 6344, 6345 All PC 300GL 6265, 6267, 6268, 6275, 6277, 6278, All 6285, 6287, 6288, 6561, 6563, 6564, All 6574, 6591, 6338, 6593, 6263 All PC 300PL 6562, 6565, 6584, 6592, 6594, 6862, All 6892, 6566, 6595, 6872 All NetVista A20 6269, 6270 All NetVista A20i 2193, 2194, 2275, 6276, 6279 All NetVista A21 6336, 6337, 6339, 6341, 6342 All NetVista A21i 2256, 2257 All NetVista A22p 6343, 6349, 6350, 6823, 6825, 2292 All NetVista A40i 2251, 2271 All NetVista A40/p 6058, 6578, 6579, 6648, 6649, 6830, All 6831, 6840, 6841, 6059, 6568, 6569 All NetVista A60 6833, 6838 All NetVista A60i 6832, 6848 All NetVista M41 6790, 6791, 6792, 6793, 6794, 6795 All
Trademarks
NetVista is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both. Aptiva and PC 300 are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both. Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others.
18 Hardware Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Hardware
Options by IBM: IBM 60GB 7200 rpm ATA/100 (EIDE) Hard Disk Drive Announcement Letter 101-272, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview This HDD benefits from IBM′s outstanding drive quality, At a Glance IBM extends its line of outstanding reliability, compatibility, and testing 7200 rpm EIDE HDD upgrade program. As one of the premium The new 60GB 7200 rpm ATA/100 options for selected models of the PC system manufacturers, IBM HDD offers an upgrade selected IntelliStation , NetVista , installs millions of hard drives per from the highest-quality HDDs Netfinity , and IBM year. Ongoing quality management available. Features include: 3 in support of this production xSeries systems with a new 60 GB • 7200 rpm ATA/100 HDD. provides IBM′s options customers 60,000 MB formatted capacity with drives continually selected • 4.2 ms average latency Utilizing some of the latest storage from among the highest-quality technology, which packs its full HDDs available. Offered with a • Less than 9.0 ms typical capacity on just three disk surfaces, three-year limited warranty7, this average read seek time this new drive can deliver up to 23 drive takes on the warranty terms • 1 to 42 Mbps of sustained data.4 It is of the IBM PC system in which it is 2 MB adaptive buffer well matched to the installed. For some IBM PCs, this • Sustained data rates of 23 to high-performance data storage and also provides on-site service for up 42 MBps retrieval needs of IBM′s 7200 rpm to three years. ATA hard drive enabled systems. • 20 GB per disk surface data recording density Ontrack Disk Manager DiskGo! Key Prerequisites drive installation software5 is • ATA/100 interface capability Refer to the Hardware 2 included with each HDD for easy enabling up to 100 MB/sec Requirements section for a list of instantaneous interface data drive installation. This software systems supported. also overcomes legacy hardware, transfers BIOS, and operating system IBM List Price*: $239 • Slim, one-inch-high profile addressing limitations that could otherwise limit usable drive * IBM price; does not include tax or • S.M.A.R.T. capacity to 2.1, 4.2, 8.4, or 32 GB. shipping and is subject to change • This easy-to-use software is now without notice. Reseller prices may Three-year limited warranty vary. shipped with all IBM PCD For technical support: single-packed desktop EIDE HDDs. Part Number: 09N4207 The software is in CD-ROM format • Request technical information with installation instructions in Planned Availability Date via the Personal Computing English, French, German, Italian, Division Web site at Spanish, and Portuguese.6 DiskGo! October 31, 2001 http://www.ibm.com/pc/support also facilitates data migration so or IBM FaxBack (800-426-3395) upgrade customers can fully benefit from the performance advantages of the new drive. The 60GB 7200 rpm ATA/100 HDD has Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology (S.M.A.R.T.), which warns of predictable impending hard drive failure. Drives predicting failure within the limited warranty period are eligible for replacement, before failure, at IBM′s expense. S.M.A.R.T. is compatible with IBM Rapid Restore PC software (available separately), which can perform unattended backup of customer data from the drive before failure.
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Options by IBM: IBM High Rate Wireless LAN PCI Adapter (Low Profile Enabled) Announcement Letter 101-273, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview deploy entirely new networks as well as to expand existing At a Glance The IBM High Rate Wireless LAN wired infrastructures. PCI Adapter (Low Profile Enabled) • Installation Flexibility/Scalability The IBM High Rate Wireless LAN option enables high-speed, secure − Many customer location PCI Adapter (Low Profile Enabled) (128-bit encrypted), wireless LAN environments are constantly offers the following features and access. In addition, this product changing, and requiring their benefits: network be flexible enough to facilitates the easy deployment of • new network infrastructures move the physical location of Based on the IEEE 802.11b without the expense of client PCs and to expand on standard implementing a wired LAN. This existing networks. For • Up to 11 Mbps data rate with wireless adapter must be properly example, manufacturing areas fallback to 5.5, 2, and 1 Mbps connected to an IEEE 802.11b are often required to redesign compliant, wireless infrastructure space for equipment, whereas • 2.4 GHz direct sequence spread through a Wired-Fidelity (Wi-Fi) customers in the education spectrum (DSSS) certified, access point. In addition, segment may require the • Compatible with 802.11 DSSS this access point must be properly addition of client PCs in new 2 Mbps solutions connected to a wired network, locations. Irrespective of the including but not limited to an application, the IBM High Rate • Ethernet 10BaseT wired LAN Ethernet/Token-Ring LAN or Wireless LAN PCI Adapter compatibility broadband service provider. Refer (Low Profile Enabled) will give to Key Prerequisites for client IBM customers the flexibility • Supports 64-bit or 128-bit RC4 device system requirements. This they need to easily implement encryption and expand networks. option also supports the following • Roaming support features: • Reduced Cost of Ownership − Because new wireless • Wi-Fi certified • Easy-to-use client manager deployments eliminate the • software, enabling customers to need for additional cabling, Microsoft WHQL certified drivers easily configure location profiles the network relocation costs for Windows 2000 and monitor link quality. incurred within various • Additional device driver support • Standard and low profile PCI customer segments — such for: Windows 95, Windows 98, adapter configurations. as education, health care, and Windows Me, and retail — will be significantly Windows NT 4.0 Adapter Benefits reduced. • • 11 Mbps physical layer Standard height PCI bracket throughput. Key Prerequisites installed, separate low-profile • Enhanced 128-bit Wired PCI bracket included in option Equivalency Privacy (WEP) for Refer to the Hardware kit Requirements section. secure data transmission. For technical support: • Low profile capability for small IBM List Price*: $179 form factor NetVista PCs. • Call the HelpCenter • PCI 2.2 compliant. * IBM price; does not include tax or (800-772-2227) • Microsoft WHQL certified shipping and is subject to change or drivers for Windows 2000, and without notice. Reseller prices may • Request technical information additional driver support for vary. via the Personal Computing Windows 95, Windows 98, Product Number: 22P6901 Division Web site at: Windows Millennium, and http://www.pc.ibm.com or IBM Windows NT 4.0. FaxBack (800-426-3395) • Interoperability with the IBM Planned Availability Date High Rate Wireless LAN November 2001 Gateway (22P6401) and High Rate Wireless Access Point 500 (09N9906). Wireless Benefits • Simple and Fast Network Deployment − The IBM High-Rate Wireless LAN PCI adapter enables NetVista customers to easily
20 Hardware Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Hardware
Options by IBM: IBM NetVista X Series Radial
Arm (summary only announcement) Announcement Letter 101-274, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview Key Prerequisites At a Glance The NetVista X Series Radial Arm For a list of NetVista systems is a stylish and efficient, supported, refer to the Hardware The NetVista X Series Radial Arm space-saving, mounting solution for Requirements section. provides desktop efficiency and the new NetVista X Series PC. This support for the new NetVista X option helps optimize your desk IBM List Price*: $219 Series PC. Other benefits include: space by removing the footprint of * IBM price; does not include tax or • 360° arm rotation with easy your PC, creating an open desk shipping and is subject to change space environment, allowing you to mobility without notice. Reseller prices may • recaptivate your clean desk. This vary. Slim appearance — folds convenient device provides cable compactly and extends out 25 management inside the arm (out of Product Number: 22P7332 inches; 18 inches of vertical sight) to reduce clutter on your movement to increase useable desk. Easy mobility enables Planned Availability Date workspace flexible viewing and storage. • Ergonomic design • October 5, 2001 Easy-to-follow instructions and The NetVista X Series Radial Arm installation tools attaches to most office furniture. Trademarks • Cable management to hide Additional hardware is available computer cables inside the arm from Innovative Office Products, for NetVista is a trademark of providing cable-less look and special mounting configurations International Business Machines feel Corporation in the United States or • such as slat walls, by calling other countries or both. Hardware for attachment to 800-524-2744 in the U.S., or Other company, product, and most tables and desks 610-253-9554 outside the U.S. service names may be trademarks Additional information can also be or service marks of others. For technical support: found at: • Request technical information http://www.IOP-IBM.com via the Personal Computing Division Web site at IBM intends to release a http://www.ibm.com/pc/support conversion kit that allows the or IBM FaxBack (800-426-3395) 17-inch, flat-panel TFT screen on the NetVista X41 system to be removed and used as a stand-alone screen on another PC system.
Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Hardware 21 Hardware
Options by IBM: IBM DVD-RAM/DVD-R Drive Announcement Letter 101-275, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview Key Prerequisites At a Glance The new IBM DVD-RAM/DVD-R • Pentium PC2 The IBM DVD-RAM/DVD-R Drive Drive provides rewritable DVD • technology suitable for archiving Bus mastering EIDE connection enables fast recording of data and data or authoring DVD video • Windows 95 (OSR2), video files. Other features and content. Other features include: Windows 98, Windows NT 4.03, benefits include: Windows 2000 or Windows Me • Video editing and authoring • Complies with industry-standard software for capturing, editing, • 32 MB RAM specifications defined by the and creating your own videos. DVD Forum for the 9.4/4.7 GB Save your videos to DVD-R discs • 150 MB free hard disk space DVD-RAM standard that are compatible with most (Version 2.1) and DVD-R for IBM List Price*: $469 set-top consumer DVD players general usage standard and most PC DVD drives. * IBM price; does not include tax or (Version 2.0) • shipping and is subject to change • Backup software by Veritas without notice. Reseller prices may Reads and writes single-sided enables system backup of up to vary. 4.7 GB DVD-RAM discs or 9.4 GB per DVD-RAM disc. double-sided 9.4 GB DVD-RAM Product Number: 22P6959 discs at 2.77 MB/sec • DVD decoding software by MediaMatics provides playback • Reads and writes single-sided of MPEG-2 files and DVD movies. Planned Availability Date 2.6 GB DVD-RAM discs or double-sided 5.2 GB DVD-RAM • Read capability of CD-R, CD-RW, October 9, 2001 discs at 1.38 MB/sec CD-Audio, DVD-ROM, DVD-R, 1 For information on and copies of • Reads DVD-ROM and DVD-R DVD-RW, DVD-Video, and IBM′s statement of limited DVD-RAM. warranty, go to: media at up to 8.3 MB/sec http://www.ibm.com/pc/support This new offering benefits from • Writes single-sided 4.7 GB or contact your local reseller. 650 nm DVD-R discs at outstanding quality, reliability, 2 Pentium II 233 MHz minimum compatibility, and testing required for MPEG-2 playback. 1.38 MB/sec 3 programs. As one of the premier Windows NT 4.0 requires • Reads CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, PC manufacturers, IBM installs and third-party bus master IDE drivers and CD-Audio discs tests hundreds of thousands of DVD to support MPEG-2 playback. Video drives every year. This option editing not supported under • 1 MB Memory Buffer assumes the warranty of the IBM Windows NT 4.0. • Enhanced IDE (ATAPI) Interface PC system in which it is installed. Trademarks For many IBM PCs this can entitle • Write directly to DVD-RAM discs this product to on-site service for Pentium is a registered trademark as a drive letter up to three years. of Intel Corporation. Windows and Windows NT are • Record DVD video to DVD-R for registered trademarks of Microsoft playback in most consumer DVD Corporation. players Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks • MPEG-2 decoding software for or service marks of others. video and DVD playback • One-year limited warranty1 For technical support: • Request technical information via the Personal Computing Division Web site at: http://www.ibm.com/pc/support or IBM FaxBack (800-426-3395)
22 Hardware Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Hardware
IBM 4694 Point-of-Sale Systems — New Models Give You Greater Speed and Capacities Announcement Letter 101-276, Dated September 18, 2001
Additional Enhancements: Overview At a Glance • New models of the 4694 One PCI and one PCI/ISA slot Point-of-Sale terminal provide • Four USB ports including one The new IBM 4694 models contain high-performance enhancements. 12V powered USB port to the following performance and They are equipped with faster support the USB versions of the capacity enhancements: processors, have more base SurePoint Solution (3xx and • VIA C3 550 MHz or VIA C3 866 memory, and larger and faster hard Pxx models) disk drives (HDDs). MHz processors • A standard VGA and a Digital • Embedded 128 KB L2 Cache Models 207, 247, V07, and V47 Video Interface-Digital (DVI-D) have: video port (3xx and Pxx models) • 32, 64, or 128 MB standard memory (model dependent) • VIA C3 550 MHz processors with • Optional Dual HDDs (model 32 MB or 128 MB standard dependent) • 20 GB HDD or larger standard memory or option (model dependent) • Two PC USB ports or one 12V • 20 GB (value) HDD and three PC ports (2xx and Vxx • Standard VGA and DVI-D video models) ports (model dependent) The memory and HDDs are model dependent. These models replace • Two standard RS232 ports • 2/4 USB, 2 RS-232, and 4/6 the Models 205 and 245, and RS-485 ports (model dependent) replace some models of the 2x6. The IBM 4694 Models 20S, 24S, V0S, V4S, 30S, 34S, P0S, and P4S • 10/100 Mb/s Ethernet (with wake Models 307, 347, P07, and P47 are Supermarket administrative up on LAN for models with have: versions of the 207, 247, V07, V47, Power Management Feature 307, 347, P07, and P47 respectively. (Battery Backup) installed) • VIA C3 866 MHz processors with All references to these models also 64 MB or 128 MB standard apply to the supermarket models. memory • 20 GB (performance) HDD Key Prerequisites The memory and HDDs are model The new IBM 4694 System Models dependent. The models replace the are designed to function in Models 206 and 246. industry-standard DOS, 4690 OS, Windows 98, Windows NT , and Refer to the Description section for Windows 2000 environments. the main differences in the new models. Planned Availability Date
October 26, 2001
Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Hardware 23 Hardware
Enhanced SurePOS 730 Models; High-Powered, Flexible Solutions For a New Age of Retail Announcement Letter 101-277, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview At a Glance The SurePOS 700 Series leverages IBM′s point-of-sale (POS) experience to provide industry-leading solutions for retailers worldwide. The SurePOS 700 Series includes a variety of system units and peripheral options, including the • Innovative choices. The SureMark and SurePoint Solution, that allow retailers to choose the right SurePOS 700 Series includes a combination of speed, performance, and functionality for their retail variety of system units and environment. peripheral options, so retailers can choose the right The SurePOS 730 models are enhanced by utilizing Socket 370 Design with combination of speed, an Intel Celeron 500 MHz processor. performance, and functionality for their retail environment. The SurePOS 730 is ideal for retailers who need thin-client systems based on the IBM 4690 Operating System, or entry level Windows 2000 or • Advanced technology. With Windows 98 environments. retail-hardened design, powered USB connectivity, systems All models of the SurePOS 700 Series Solution have comparable Supermarket management, and multimedia Administrative models. capabilities, the SurePOS 700 Series delivers the innovative The following chart indicates the differences in the new models: POS technology retailers need to thrive in a dynamic, 20 GB Model competitive market. Std Wide/ Value Replace- Model Memory Narrow Hdd ment • Investment protection. The SurePOS 700 Series provides an 732 32 MB N Opt. 102 open platform that supports the 733 32 MB W Opt. 142 latest in connectivity and 7V2 128 MB N Std. 102 systems management for today 7V3 128 MB W Std. 142 and tomorrow. Key Prerequisites Windows 98 Second Edition, Windows 2000, or 4690 OS V2R3 environments.
Planned Availability Date
October 26, 2001
24 Hardware Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Hardware
IBM Integrated Facility for Linux on Multiprise 3000 Announcement Letter 101-278, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview The standard processor configuration of the model H50 with At a Glance Linux is one of the fastest growing IFL feature is: operating systems in the world, The IBM Integrated Facility for • providing a UNIX -like application A uni-processor running at H50 Linux (IFL) on Multiprise 3000: environment with a wealth of performance • Provides a S/390 platform available applications. If you want • A uni-processor configured as solution for Linux to run either a single image or the IBM Integrated Facility for multiple Linux images, you will Linux and running at H50 • Provides an optional Linux appreciate the new IBM Integrated performance. workplace independent of the Facility for independent Linux traditional S/390 workload workspaces available on the • One System Assist Processor Multiprise 3000. (SAP) • Enables you to purchase additional processing capacity • Previously, this optional facility was 4 GB Real Memory (available for for your Linux workload with no only available on the IBM all LPARs) effect on model designation zSeries Server and the S/390 • Parallel Enterprise server G5, and Key Prerequisites Enables you to run many Linux G6. Now you can purchase images on the Multiprise 3000 additional processing capacity, Refer to the Hardware often without affecting your exclusively for Linux workload, with Requirements and the Software existing software bill Requirements sections for details. no effect on Multiprise 3000 model • Simplifies administration and designation. reduces cost for multi-Linux server environments by sharing You can run Linux natively as a Planned Availability Dates stand-alone or as a logical partition system resources (LPAR) on a zSeries 900 and S/390. • October 15, 2001 — IBM In addition, the S/390 Virtual Image Integrated Facility for Linux on Facility for Linux, and z/VM V4 Multiprise 3000, available on enable you to run more Linux models H30 and H50 images than can be deployed using LPARs and provide capabilities to • October 30, 2001 — IBM help create and manage these Integrated Facility for Linux on images. Now you can isolate Linux Multiprise 3000 upgrades to applications on the Multiprise 3000 existing models H30 and H50 in their own workspace. Using the IBM Integrated Facility for Linux, the new hardware feature on the Multiprise 3000, you can provide capacity dedicated to Linux workload. The standard processor configuration of the model H30 with IFL feature is: • A uniprocessor running at H30 performance • A uniprocessor configured as the IBM Integrated Facility for Linux and running at H50 performance • One SAP • 4 GB Real Memory (available for all LPARs)
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Software Service Extension: Selected IBM AIX Programs Announcement Letter 201-260, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview IBM is extending the program services withdrawal date to December 31, 2003, for the following licensed programs running on AIX Version 4.3: • IBM Distributed SMIT Version 2.2 (5696-902) • AIXlink/X.25 Version 1.1 (5696-926) • Parallel ESSL Version 2.2 (5765-C41) • ESSL Version 3.2 (5765-C42) • LoadLeveler for AIX, Version 2.2 (5765-D61) • Parallel Environment for AIX, Version 3.1 (5765-D93) Key Prerequisites • AIX Version 4.3 Planned Availability Date
September 18, 2001
For ordering, contact: Your IBM representative, an IBM Business Partner, or IBM Americas Call Centers at 800-IBM-CALL Reference: RE001
Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Software 27 Software
IBM AIXlink/X.25 Version 2.0 Delivers 64-Bit and 32-Bit Functionality Announcement Letter 201-261, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview AIXlink/X.25 Version 2.0 supports six existing adapters: At a Glance The AIXlink/X.25 Version 2.0 • program is enhanced to take 2-port Multiprotocol PCI Adapter • 64-bit enabled advantage of the 64-bit kernel (supports 64-bit environment) • Enhanced problem scalability offered in AIX 5L • IBM ARTIC960Hx 4-port determination capability for the Version 5.1. This new version of Selectable PCI adapter Network Provider Interface X.25 is 64-bit enabled and can be • IBM CoProcessor/1 Adapter for executed in a 32-bit environment For ordering, contact: and a 64-bit environment on ISA Your IBM representative, an IBM Business POWER platforms running AIX 5L Partner, or IBM Americas Call Centers at • IBM ARTIC960 Microchannel Version 5.1. The 64-bit enablement 800-IBM-CALL Reference: RE001 Adapter is a building block allowing X.25 to support higher capacity hardware • ARCTIC Portmaster Adapter/A to meet future size, capacity, and for Microchannel functional needs. The highly competitive AIXlink/X.25 support • IBM CoProcessor/2 Adapter for solves the need for connectivity to Microchannel public or private X.25 AIXlink/X.25 Version 2.0 delivers packet-switched data networks. support for the CCITT 1980, 1984, Different adapter choices support and 1988 X.25 recommendations. installations ranging from low-end workstations attaching to a single X.25 connection to Key Prerequisites high-performance servers with multiple X.25 connections. AIX 5L for POWER Version 5.1 with the 5100-01 Recommended AIXlink/X.25 Version 2.0 enhances Maintenance package (included on Network Provider Interface (NPI) the 09/2001, or later, AIX Update support by supplying CCITT cause CD), or later and diagnostic codes for X.25 to the user′s NPI applications. Existing Planned Availability Date applications can still continue to run on this new version without any September 21, 2001 modification. Customers who want to receive the cause and diagnostic codes need to recompile their X.25 applications to take advantage of the modified functions.
28 Software Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Software
New Integrated Product Structure for IBM WebSphere Commerce Analyzer Advanced Edition Version 1.1 Announcement Letter 201-262, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview • Data mining models which enable the analyzing of complex At a Glance A new structure for WebSphere data characterizations, Commerce Analyzer Advanced relationships, and projections A new structure for WebSphere Edition (WCA/Adv) V1.1 is with regard to customer Commerce Analyzer Advanced available. Previously announced in segmentation Edition Version 1.1 (WCA/Adv), is Software Announcement 201-218, available. This analysis program: • End-user Web analytical dated July 31, 2001, the reporting via Brio.Inform • functionality of WCA/Adv remains Is designed for WebSphere unchanged. Commerce Suite Pro (WCS/Pro) Designed to be installed and V5.1 functioning in 2 to 3 days, the WCA/Adv V1.1, an analytical program is preconfigured to answer • Answers over 60 key business solution, enables WebSphere about 60 of the most important questions about the user′s store Commerce Suite Pro (WCS/Pro) WCS user questions. It allows V5.1 customers to analyze • — easy-to-use data mining. Is easy to install start working information related to their right out of the box customer′s eCommerce activities. WCS customers can improve the Key Prerequisites • Allows easy-to-use viewing of ′ data mining results from any effectiveness of their company s • marketing campaigns and WCS/Pro V5.1 browser • promotions. WCA/Adv significantly Windows NT /2000 • AIX • Allows new reports to be built extends analytical capabilities easily by users provided by WCA V5.1, an entry Refer to the Technical Information version that is packaged with section for details. For ordering, contact: WCS/Pro V5.1. Your IBM representative, an IBM Business Partner, or IBM Americas Call Centers at WCA/Adv provides the following Planned Availability Date 800-IBM-CALL Reference: YE001 features: October 9, 2001 • A Business Intelligence (BI) infrastructure integrated with the following IBM Data Management programs: − DB2 Universal Database (UDB) Enterprise Edition V7.1 − DB2 Warehouse Manager V7.1 − DB2 Intelligent Miner for Data V6.1.1 − IBM HTTP Server (IHS) V1.3.19 • A documented and customizable datamart • Extraction, transformation, move and load (ETML) functions to extract and transform WCS operational data sources using aggregation and summarizing techniques
Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Software 29 Software
Tivoli Web Component Manager Version 1.1 Announcement Letter 201-263, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview Key Prerequisites At a Glance Tivoli Web Component Manager The products in this announcement Version 1.1 is a member of Tivoli′s are supported on the following Tivoli Web Component Manager Distributed Monitoring family of systems: Version 1.1 products that allows customers to grow with their business demands • Intel-based systems with • Helps keep your e-business into new e-business arenas. By Microsoft Windows NT or services components available exploiting technologies like the Windows 2000 and performing optimally Java language, J2EE, SOAP, • Sun SPARC systems with Solaris • Provides out-of-the-box, http/s, and XML, Tivoli Web real-world management and Component Manager can be • RISC systems with AIX data gathering capabilities that deployed into the DMZ, and across generally can be implemented in the Internet for co-location Planned Availability Dates a single day environments. Tivoli Web Component Manager offers a Tivoli Web Component Manager • Leverages standard MBeans to secure, firewall-friendly monitoring will introduce functionality in two provide a lightweight, solution for many common phases: standards-based (Java) solution operating systems, Web servers, and Web application servers that 1. September 28, 2001 — will • Delivers browser-based near make up e-infrastructure. With include the component real-time and historical (day, rapid time to value, minimum management features and week, or month) reporting on system requirements, and low total functions for the Windows NT key e-business e-infrastructure cost of ownership, Tivoli Web and Solaris platforms using an components Oracle database data store. It Component Manager extends the • Doesn′t require the opening of also supports the WebSphere value proposition of the Tivoli additional ports in your firewall Distributed Monitoring family of Application Server Advanced monitoring solutions to e-business Edition V3.5. • Penetrates multiple firewalls initiatives. Tivoli Web Component simultaneously 2. November 30, 2001 — will Manager can be integrated with extend our initial platform • Tivoli Enterprise Console (TEC) Supports Windows NT, support to add Windows 2000 and Tivoli Business Systems Windows 2000, AIX, and Solaris and AIX. It will also deliver Manager (TBSM) to offer platforms support for the latest end-to-end monitoring, providing WebSphere Application Server • Supports the Apache and information from key Advanced Edition V4, and Microsoft IIS Web servers and e-infrastructure components. support for a DB2 database the WebSphere Application data store. Server Advanced Edition V3.5 and V4.0
For ordering, contact: Your IBM representative, an IBM Business Partner, or IBM Americas Call Centers at 800-IBM-CALL Reference: YE001
30 Software Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Software
Enhanced Modular Storage Server Software Solutions Increase MSS Capacity and Configuration Flexibility Announcement Letter 201-271, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview Key Prerequisites At a Glance The Modular Storage Server (MSS) Certain program offerings of the Software Solutions are software Software Solutions for MSS are The enhanced Modular Storage products that enable the IBM 2106 required by the IBM 2106 MSS to Server (MSS) Software Solutions MSS to meet your specific operate with one or more UNIX , support increased capacity and configuration needs as well as Intel, and Alpha-based servers. enhanced configuration flexibility provide advanced functional Details are available on the Web at: on the IBM 2106 MSS. The capabilities that give you anytime enhanced solutions consist of: access to your data. http://www.ibm.com/ storage/mss • Server/storage communications Some of the products are essential (MSS Control Module software) to the operation of the MSS, while • An easy-to-use interface others are optional and provide Planned Availability Date simplifying configuration and advanced functional capabilities to management of storage support demand for continuous September 21, 2001 allocation and replication operations and easier storage (StorWatch MSS Specialist) management. • Multi-path failover improving New MSS software enhancements availability (MSS Data Path provide support for additional Optimizer) configuration capabilities in the 2106 MSS hardware, providing • Non-disruptive Data Replication increased MSS capacity and solutions including internal improved MSS configuration point-in-time copies (MSS flexibility. Your MSS investment is Control Module for FlashCopy protected while utilization of MSS with MSS FlashCopy Manager) assets is improved. Upgrade capability is now MSS Control Module software available for MSS users that: components have been enhanced to support the new capabilities and • Are running the previous are available to existing users on Software Solutions Control an upgrade basis. New orders for Module release any of the new components, • Want to add advanced scheduled on or after their FlashCopy services capabilities availability, will receive the to their MSS installations enhanced versions. For ordering, contact: Your IBM representative, an IBM Business Partner, or IBM Americas Call Centers at 800-IBM-CALL Reference: YE001
Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Software 31 Software
Availability Date Change: TAXWARE Integration
Module (summary only announcement) Announcement Letter 201-277, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview SmoothStart Services for WebSphere Commerce Suite for AIX — TAXWARE Integration, announced in Services Announcement 601-020, dated June 19, 2001, will be available within 30 days of TAXWARE′s release of the integration code.
Trademarks
SmoothStart and WebSphere are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both. AIX is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both. Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others.
32 Software Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Marketing
Modification: IBM DB2 Universal Developer′s Edition Promotion Announcement Letter 301-158, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview The IBM DB2 Universal Developer′s Edition Promotion has been modified. Effective September 18, 2001, new Passport Advantage Suggested Volume Prices (SVP) and part numbers have been added to the list of eligible products. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged. This announcement supersedes United States Marketing Announcement 301-123, dated August 7, 2001, and Canadian Announcement A01-1138, dated August 7, 2001. The following revised announcement includes the above change.
The Offer
For a limited time only, you can acquire an eligible DB2 Universal Developer′s Edition software product and receive a 50% discount off the one-time charge (OTC). Passport Advantage prices for the eligible products have been reduced by 50%. For a list of eligible products, refer to the Qualifying/Eligible Products section.
Start and/or End Dates
Your order must be placed on or before November 29, 2001. The Date of Installation (purchase date), as defined in the IBM Customer Agreement or any equivalent IBM agreement, must occur on or after September 18, 2001, but no later than December 31, 2001.
Where is it available?
This promotion is available only in: • The United States (including Puerto Rico) • Canada • Caribbean North countries • Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Venezuela • Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Nicaragua, Panama • Argentina, Chile, Paraguay, Uruguay • Mexico • Brazil If you are a U.S. commercial, state or local government, or education customer, you can participate. If you are a U.S. federal government customer, call 800-333-6705 to determine eligibility.
For ordering, contact: Your IBM representative, an IBM Business Partner, or IBM Americas Call Centers at 800-IBM-CALL Reference: SE001
Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Marketing 33 34 Marketing Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Services
IBM ServicePac for Warranty and Maintenance Options, Warranty Service Upgrades, and Annual Maintenance Available for Additional NetVista Systems Announcement Letter 601-032, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview Planned Availability Date At a Glance Selected ServicePac for Warranty September 18, 2001 and Maintenance Options, Selected NetVista systems are now Warranty Service Upgrades, and eligible for additional ServicePac Maintenance Service Agreements for Warranty and Maintenance via ServiceSuite and ServiceElect Options and Annual Maintenance contracts are now available for Agreements. additional NetVista systems. • 9 x 5 4-hour Response 9 x 5 4-hour Response1 • 9 x 5 Next Business Day On-site repair service, 9 hours a Response day, (8:00 a.m. — 5:00 p.m., local time zone), Monday through Friday (excluding holidays), 4-hour response. 9 x 5 Next Business Day Response On-site repair service, 9 hours a day, (8:00 a.m. — 5:00 p.m., local time zone), Monday through Friday (excluding holidays), next business day response. 24 x 7 4-hour Response1 On-site repair service 24 hours a day, 4-hour response. 1 This type of repair service provides a response objective and is not a guarantee.
Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Services 35 36 Services Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Withdrawal
Software Withdrawal: Chili!Soft ASP Solutions and AIXlink/X.25 Version 1 — Replacements Available Announcement Letter 901-232, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview Effective December 18, 2001, IBM will withdraw from marketing the following as listed in the Program Withdrawals section. • All remaining features from the Chili!Soft ASP Solution for Linux • All features from the Chili!Soft ASP Solution for AIX • AIXlink/X.25 Version 1 for the AIX 5L Version 5.1 operating system Effective March 19, 2002, IBM will withdraw from marketing the RS/6000 Software Offering for Education (Campus programs). Campus Subscription entitlement will be continued for those customers who have current subscription contracts until the agreement expires. The AIXlink/X.25 Version 1.1.5 for AIX 5L Version 5.1 program services end date is June 30, 2002.
Replacement Product Information
Withdrawn Program Replacement Program
AIXlink/X.25 Version 1 AIXlink/X.25 Version 2.0 (for AIX 5L Version 5.1) (5765-E85) There are no replacements for the Chili!Soft or Campus programs.
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Cooperative Hardware Withdrawal: Johnson &
Quin Products (summary only announcement) Announcement Letter 901-233, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview Effective September 22, 2001, IBM will withdraw from marketing the following products under the Developer Relations program. For information about these products, contact Johnson & Quin at 708-647-6900.
Product Product Name Number
D2 with BAR Code Reader 9797-JQ0 D2 with OCR Reader 9797-JQ1 Additional BAR Code Reader 9797-JQ2 Additional OCR Reader 9797-JQ3 The Print Detective 9797-JQ4
Replacement Product Information: None This withdrawal applies to the IBM Cooperative Marketing relationship only. Other relationships between Johnson & Quin and IBM, in the U.S. or worldwide, are unaffected.
38 Withdrawal Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Withdrawal
Hardware Withdrawal: Selected IBM 4694 Point of Sale (POS) System Models — Replacements Available Announcement Letter 901-234, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview Effective December 28, 2001, IBM is withdrawing the following products from marketing. After December 28, 2001, you can no longer obtain these products directly from IBM or an IBM Authorized Distributor. For new orders, the customer-requested arrival date (CRAD) can be no later than March 29, 2002. You can obtain the products on an as-available basis through IBM Business Partners.
Feature Description Model Number
Machine Type: 4694
System Unit Model 206 206 System Unit Model 246 246 System Unit Model 2S6 2S6 System Unit Model 2L6 2L6
System Unit Model S06 S05 System Unit Model S46 S45 System Unit Model SS6 SNS System Unit Model SL6 LNS
64 MB Total Memory Feature 205, 245, 4661 S05, S45 128 MB Total Memory Feature 205, 245, 4662 S05, S45 128 MB Total Memory Feature SNT, LNT, 4663 SNS, LNS 64 MB Total Memory Feature 206, 246, 4660 S06, S46 128 MB Total Memory Feature 206, 246, 4666 S06, S46 256 MB Total Memory Feature 206, 246, 4667 S06, S46 128 MB Total Memory Feature 2S6, 2L6, 4668 SS6, SL6 256 MB Total Memory Feature 2S6, 2L6, 4669 SS6, SL6
Replacement Product Information: Refer to Replacement Products section.
Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Withdrawal 39 Withdrawal
Hardware Withdrawal: McDATA ED-5000 FC
Director — Replacement Available (summary only announcement) Announcement Letter 901-235, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview Effective September 28, 2001, IBM will withdraw the McDATA ED-5000 FC Director, machine type/model 2032-001, and associated field-installed features from marketing. Also, withdrawn are the associated installation specify codes from the McDATA FC-512 Cabinet (machine type/model 2032-C36). After September 28, 2001, you can no longer obtain these products directly from IBM. Models and features associated with McDATA products (machine type/model 2032) not listed in this announcement continue to be available. For new orders, the customer-requested arrival date (CRAD) can be no later than October 26, 2001. You can obtain the products on an as-available basis through IBM Business Partners.
Machine Feature Description Type Model Number
McDATA ED-5000 FC Director 2032 001
ED-5000 Product Manager 2032 001 3775 FICON Management Server 2032 001 3776 Open System Management 2032 001 5000 G_Port SW Laser 2032 001 5010 G_Port LS Laser 2032 001 5011 G_Port Combo 2032 001 5012 HA Option 2032 001 5020 HA Option 2032 001 5021 Black Color Pack 2032 001 5070 Rack Mount Kit 2032 001 5080 Plant Install 2032-001 2032 001 5081 in FC-512 Cabinet Field Install 2032-001 2032 001 5082 in FC-512 Cabinet
McDATA FC-512 Cabinet
Plant Install 2032-001 2032 C36 5083 in FC-512 Cabinet
Replacement Product Information
Machine Withdrawn Product Replacement Product Type/Model
McDATA ED-5000 FC Director McDATA ED-6064 FC Director 2032-064
Trademarks
FICON is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both. Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others.
40 Withdrawal Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Withdrawal
Hardware Withdrawal: Selected IBM SurePOS
700 Series Models (summary only announcement) Announcement Letter 901-236, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview Effective December 28, 2001, IBM will withdraw the following products from marketing. After December 28, 2001, you can no longer obtain these products directly from IBM or an IBM Authorized Distributor. For new orders, the customer-requested arrival date (CRAD) can be no later than March 29, 2002. You can obtain the products on an as-available basis through IBM Business Partners.
Machine Feature Description Type Model Number
SurePOS 730 — Narrow 4800 102 SurePOS 730 — Wide 4800 142
SurePOS 730 Admin — Narrow 4800 10S SurePOS 730 Admin — Wide 4800 14S
64 MB System Memory 4800 102, 142, 7780 10S, 14S 128 MB System Memory 4800 102, 142, 7770 10S, 14S 20 GB System HDD 4800 102, 142, 7981 10S, 14S Battery Backup 4800 102, 10S 7580
Replacement Product Information
Machine Withdrawn Product Replacement Product Type/Model
SurePOS 730 — Narrow SurePOS 732 — Narrow 4800/732,7V2 SurePOS 730 — Wide SurePOS 733 — Wide 4800/733,7V3
SurePOS 730 — SurePOS 732 — 4800/S32,SV2 Admin Narrow Admin Narrow SurePOS 730 — SurePOS 733 — 4800/S33,SV3 Admin Wide Admin Wide
Trademarks
SurePOS is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both. Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others.
Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Withdrawal 41 Withdrawal
Hardware Withdrawal: IBM 2101 Seascape Solutions Rack Model 100 Announcement Letter 901-237, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview Effective October 19, 2001, IBM will withdraw from marketing the following Seascape Solutions Rack Model 100 and associated field-installed features. After that date, you can no longer obtain these products directly from IBM or an IBM Authorized Distributor. For new orders, the customer-requested arrival date (CRAD) can be no later than November 16, 2001. You can obtain the products on an as-available basis through IBM Business Partners
Machine Feature Description Type Model Number
IBM Seascape Solutions Rack 2101 100
GSA and/or Title with U.S. Government 0983
Power Distribution Unit: Single-Phase PDU 6171 Two-Phase PDU 6173 Three-Phase PDU (Switzerland) 6174
Power Distribution Unit Power: Single-Phase PDU 9171 Two-Phase PDU, with Power Cord 9173 Three-Phase PDU, with Power Cord 9174 (Switzerland)
Designate number of 2103-H07 FC Hubs 9903 for Plant Installation in 2101-100 rack
Replacement Product Information: None
42 Withdrawal Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Withdrawal
Service Extension for Tivoli Enterprise Console V3R6, Withdrawal and End-of-Service for Selected Tivoli Products Announcement Letter 901-238, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview The End-of-Service date for Tivoli Enterprise Console V3R6 is reset to September 14, 2002. Refer to the Extension of Service section for details. In addition, selected Tivoli products are being withdrawn from marketing and service. For further information, refer to the Description section.
Replacement Product Information: None
Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Withdrawal 43 Withdrawal
Hardware Withdrawal: Selected IBM 3170 Models and Model Upgrade — Replacements Available (summary only announcement) Announcement Letter 901-239, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview Effective September 28, 2001, IBM will withdraw from marketing the IBM 3170 Models 001, 01C, 002, 02C, and 02D and the model upgrade from the 03D to the 005. After this withdrawal date, these products can no longer be obtained directly from IBM. MES features for currently installed machines will continue to be available. Model upgrades to and from these withdrawn models are also still available. For new orders, the customer-requested arrival date (CRAD) can be no later than September 28, 2001.
Machine Description Type Model
IBM Full-Color Printer 3170 001 IBM Full-Color Printer 3170 01C InfoColor 70 3170 002 InfoColor 70 3170 02C InfoColor 70 3170 02D The following IBM 3170 Model Upgrade is also being withdrawn: Model 03D to 005
Replacement Product Information
Withdrawn Product Model Replacement Products Machine Type/ Model
IBM Full-Color Printer 001 Infoprint Color 130 3170-004/005 and Infoprint Color 130 Plus IBM Full-Color Printer 01C Same as Model 001 3170-004/005 InfoColor 70 002 Same as Model 001 3170-004/005 InfoColor 70 02C Same as Model 001 3170-004/005 InfoColor 70 02D Same as Model 001 3170-004/005
3170 Model 03D to 005 RPQs 8B4361 and 3170-03D Upgrade 8B4362
Trademarks
InfoColor is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both. Infoprint is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both. Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others.
44 Withdrawal Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Withdrawal
Service Discontinuance: IBM Distributed Data Services for Windows NT V1, IBM 4690 Controller
Services Feature of DDS for Windows NT V1 (summary only announcement) Announcement Letter 901-240, Dated September 18, 2001
Overview Effective May 18, 2002, IBM will discontinue program services for the following programs licensed under the IBM Customer Agreement:
Program Program Name Version Number
IBM DDS for Windows NT 1 5639-C71 IBM CSF for Windows NT 1 5697-C59
Replacement Product Information: These programs are replaced by IBM DDS and CSF V2. Refer to Software Announcement 201-165, dated June 5, 2001.
Trademarks
Windows NT is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others.
Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Withdrawal 45 Withdrawal
46 Withdrawal Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Announcement Letter Numeric Index
Letter Page Number Announcement Letter Title Number
101-253 Options by IBM: PRO/1000T Desktop and PRO/1000T Low Profile Desktop Adapters by Intel 1
101-254 IBM NetVista A22p Small Business Systems with Microsoft Office XP 2
101-255 IBM NetVista X41 Delivers Powerful Computing in an Xtreme Space-Savings, Cool Design and Easier to Use (M) 3
101-257 New IBM NetVista A22p Pentium 4 Systems (A) 4
101-258 New IBM NetVista A22p Systems with the Intel Pentium 4 Processor (M) 5
101-259 New IBM NetVista A21 Series Feature Latest Intel Celeron Processors (M) 6
101-260 New IBM NetVista A22p Systems with Intel Pentium 4 Processor (M) 7
101-261 Options by IBM: IBM Optical 3-Button ScrollPoint Mouse PS/2 & USB 8
101-262 Options by IBM: IBM UPS 500 and IBM UPS 675 USB 9
101-263 Selected New Models of IBM NetVista M41 International Special Bids — Global Models Plus Program (M) 10
101-264 IBM T560 15.0-inch Hybrid Flat-Panel Color Monitor (A) 11
101-265 Options by IBM: IBM PC133 CL2 NP SDRAM UDIMM Memory Upgrades 12
101-266 Selected New Models of IBM NetVista X41 International Special Bids — Global Models Plus Program (M) 13
101-267 Options by IBM: IBM 32 MB USB Memory Key 14
101-268 New IBM IntelliStation E Pro Models Deliver Increased Processing Power (M) 15
101-269 New IBM NetVista M41 Pentium 4 Systems (M) 16
101-270 IBM NetVista X41 Delivers Powerful Computing in an Xtreme Space-Saving Design (M) 17
101-271 Options by IBM: The IBM Zip 250MB Internal Drive Now Includes Installation Hardware (summary only announcement) (I) 18
101-272 Options by IBM: IBM 60GB 7200 rpm ATA/100 (EIDE) Hard Disk Drive 19
101-273 Options by IBM: IBM High Rate Wireless LAN PCI Adapter (Low Profile Enabled) 20
101-274 Options by IBM: IBM NetVista X Series Radial Arm (summary only announcement) 21
101-275 Options by IBM: IBM DVD-RAM/DVD-R Drive 22
101-276 IBM 4694 Point-of-Sale Systems — New Models Give You Greater Speed and Capacities (A,I) 23
101-277 Enhanced SurePOS 730 Models; High-Powered, Flexible Solutions For a New Age of Retail (A,I) 24
101-278 IBM Integrated Facility for Linux on Multiprise 3000 (A,I) 25
201-260 Software Service Extension: Selected IBM AIX Programs 27
201-261 IBM AIXlink/X.25 Version 2.0 Delivers 64-Bit and 32-Bit Functionality (M,I) 28
201-262 New Integrated Product Structure for IBM WebSphere Commerce Analyzer Advanced Edition Version 1.1 (M) 29
201-263 Tivoli Web Component Manager Version 1.1 (M,I) 30
201-271 Enhanced Modular Storage Server Software Solutions Increase MSS Capacity and Configuration Flexibility (M,I) 31
(A) IBM Administrative Action Required (I) IRMR Applicable (M) IBM Marketing Action Required Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Numeric Index 47 Letter Page Number Announcement Letter Title Number
201-277 Availability Date Change: TAXWARE Integration Module (summary only announcement) (I) 32
301-158 Modification: IBM DB2 Universal Developer′s Edition Promotion 33
601-032 IBM ServicePac for Warranty and Maintenance Options, Warranty Service Upgrades, and Annual Maintenance Available for Additional NetVista Systems 35
901-232 Software Withdrawal: Chili!Soft ASP Solutions and AIXlink/X.25 Version 1 — Replacements Available (M,I) 37
901-233 Cooperative Hardware Withdrawal: Johnson & Quin Products (summary only announcement) (M) 38
901-234 Hardware Withdrawal: Selected IBM 4694 Point of Sale (POS) System Models — Replacements Available (I) 39
901-235 Hardware Withdrawal: McDATA ED-5000 FC Director — Replacement Available (summary only announcement) (I) 40
901-236 Hardware Withdrawal: Selected IBM SurePOS 700 Series Models (summary only announcement) (I) 41
901-237 Hardware Withdrawal: IBM 2101 Seascape Solutions Rack Model 100 (I) 42
901-238 Service Extension for Tivoli Enterprise Console V3R6, Withdrawal and End-of-Service for Selected Tivoli Products (M,I) 43
901-239 Hardware Withdrawal: Selected IBM 3170 Models and Model Upgrade — Replacements Available (summary only announcement) 44
901-240 Service Discontinuance: IBM Distributed Data Services for Windows NT V1, IBM 4690 Controller Services Feature of DDS for Windows NT V1 (summary only announcement) 45
(A) IBM Administrative Action Required (I) IRMR Applicable (M) IBM Marketing Action Required 48 Numeric Index Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Notes
Announcement Summary • September 18, 2001 Notes 49
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