HP Integrates Intel's Merced Processor Technology into Next-Generation NetServer Products

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HP is integrating Intel's Merced processor technology into its next-generation NetServer products, leveraging its experience as a co-developer of the IA-64 instruction set to extend the performance and uptime of HP NetServer systems. The move aims to provide customers with significant advantages for future computing, with the first NetServer systems incorporating the Merced processor chip slated to be available in mid-2000. HP will also incorporate Intel's next-generation chip, the McKinley, a future IA-64 processor, into upcoming NetServer systems.

Key Takeaways:

  • HP will integrate Intel's Merced processor technology into its next-generation NetServer products, leveraging its experience as a co-developer of the IA-64 instruction set.
  • The move aims to provide customers with significant advantages for future computing, with the first NetServer systems incorporating the Merced processor chip slated to be available in mid-2000.
  • HP will also incorporate Intel's next-generation chip, the McKinley, a future IA-64 processor, into upcoming NetServer systems.
  • The HP upgrade and trade-in programs set a new standard of investment protection by offering customers solutions for their current and future investments.
  • Future NetServer systems will bring significant improvements to the enterprise environment, including a common, converging architecture platform and binary compatibility with existing HP-UX and NetServer systems.
  • HP's technology roadmap for next-generation products and services ensures customer flexibility for migrating to IA-64 architecture and the Merced system platform during the next four years.

Statistics:

  • 1997 fiscal year revenue: $42.9 billion
  • Number of employees: 127,200
  • Years of co-development with Intel on the IA-64 instruction set: 5
  • Number of HP initiatives focusing on ensuring that future IA-64-based systems meet demanding enterprise customer requirements: multiple, including "Designing the Future"

Sources:

  • Business Wire, "Hewlett-Packard Company and Intel Corporation Announce Integration of Merced Processor Technology into HP NetServer Products" (October 12, 1998)
  • HP Website, "HP News and Information" (1998)
  • Official HP Press Release, "HP Roadmap for Customer Flexibility" (May 1998)