NEC and Adaptec Achieve Industry-First Working Demonstration of Ultra160 SCSI and 64-bit Windows

Strategic Insights -

NEC and Adaptec have successfully completed the industry's first test of Adaptec's 64-bit SCSI technology within NEC's IA-64 enterprise server prototype running Microsoft 64-bit Windows. This breakthrough demonstration showcases the compatibility and reliability of Adaptec's storage solutions with the next generation of high-performance IA servers. NEC plans to release its first 16-way server, code-named "AzusA," in the second half of CY2000, solidifying Adaptec's position as a leader in the market for IA-64-based servers.

Key Takeaways:

  • Adaptec's 64-bit SCSI technology has been successfully tested on NEC's IA-64 enterprise server prototype running Microsoft 64-bit Windows.
  • NEC plans to release its first 16-way server, code-named "AzusA," in the second half of CY2000.
  • Adaptec's early development and testing of its 64-bit technology assures OEMs, channel customers, and end users that Adaptec's SCSI solution for enterprise storage connectivity will be compatible and reliable.
  • Adaptec's 64-bit Ultra160 SCSI drivers are currently included within Microsoft's 64-bit version of Windows and are embedded in the 64-bit Linux kernel.
  • Additional 64-bit operating system support includes the upcoming 64-bit UNIX OS from IBM and SCO, as well as Novell's Modesto.
  • NEC's close relationship with Adaptec, Intel, and Microsoft allowed them to be the first to successfully make their IA-64 server work with both Adaptec's SCSI driver and Microsoft 64-bit Windows.
  • Adaptec is committed to supporting the next generation of high-powered IA servers, with a focus on providing unmatched compatibility to its customers.

Statistics:

  • The test was completed as part of a collaboration between NEC and Adaptec, with NEC shipping its first Itanium processor-based server in the second half of CY2000.
  • Adaptec's 64-bit Ultra160 SCSI drivers are currently included within Microsoft's 64-bit version of Windows and are embedded in the 64-bit Linux kernel.
  • The upcoming 64-bit UNIX OS from IBM and SCO, as well as Novell's Modesto, will also support Adaptec's 64-bit SCSI technology.

Sources:

  • Business Editors/High Tech Writers "NEC and Adaptec Perform Industry's First Working Demonstration of Ultra160 SCSI and Microsoft 64-bit Windows on an IA-64 Server Platform" June 19, 2000
  • NASDAQ: ADPT - Adaptec Inc. - http://www.adaptec.com