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NEC PowerMate ES 5200 and VT 300 Series Offer Advanced Performance and Stability

Strategic Insights

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The NEC Computer Systems Division has announced that its PowerMate series of desktop PCs now integrates Intel's newly-announced Pentium III 600MHz processor, the fastest Pentium III processor available. The PowerMate ES 5200 PC, featuring a 600MHz Pentium III processor, 4.3GB hard drive, 32MB RAM, 4MB Video, 10/100 LAN, and Windows(R) 98, starts at $1,599. The PowerMate VT 300 PC, with a 600MHz Pentium III processor, 4.3GB hard drive, 32MB, 40X max variable-speed CD-ROM, 4MB Video, and Windows(R) 98, is available for approximately $1,549.

Key Takeaways:

  • The PowerMate ES 5200 PC features a 600MHz Pentium III processor, 4.3GB hard drive, 32MB RAM, 4MB Video, 10/100 LAN, and Windows(R) 98, starting at $1,599.
  • The PowerMate VT 300 PC is available with a 600MHz Pentium III processor, 4.3GB hard drive, 32MB, 40X max variable-speed CD-ROM, 4MB Video, and Windows(R) 98 for approximately $1,549.
  • The PowerMate ES 5200 Series offers a flexible computing solution designed for the networked environment, with a single scalable motherboard across three chassis form factors (slim desktop, desktop, and minitower).
  • The chassis incorporate an easily upgradeable and serviceable NLX board design, ergonomic features such as front panel volume control and USB connectivity, and integrated Ethernet networking.
  • NEC's MagicEye(TM) technology provides on-board hardware monitoring of temperature and system health, as well as fault detection and prevention features.
  • The PowerMate VT 300 Series offers large institutions and small-to-medium-sized enterprises a great value in a desktop computer, with mainstream performance and flexibility at an exceptional value.
  • The modular and scaleable design of the VT Series allows customers to configure the system with various options, including 2X AGP graphics, Ultra-DMA/33 hard drives, and 40X max variable-speed CD-ROM or 6X max variable-speed DVD-ROM.
  • Availability includes built- and configured-to-order models directly from NEC CSD, as well as through select resellers.

Statistics:

  • The PowerMate ES 5200 PC starts at $1,599.
  • The PowerMate VT 300 PC is available for approximately $1,549.
  • The PowerMate ES 5200 Series features a single scalable motherboard across three chassis form factors.
  • The PowerMate VT 300 Series offers mainstream performance and flexibility at an exceptional value.
  • NEC's MagicEye(TM) technology provides on-board hardware monitoring of temperature and system health.
  • The PowerMate ES 5200 PC features a 600MHz Pentium III processor.
  • The PowerMate VT 300 PC features a 600MHz Pentium III processor.

Sources:

  • (1) Data on CD-ROM is read at variable transfer rates from innermost track to outermost track.
  • (2) When referring to hard drive capacity, GB stands for one billion bytes. Some utilities may indicate varying hard drive capacities. Total user-accessible capacity may vary depending on operating environment.
  • (3) Prices and specifications subject to change without notice. Resellers determine their own pricing.
  • (4) Q1, 1999 quoted with permission from IDC.
  • (5) For a free copy of the limited warranty, please write to NEC CSD, Attn: Warranty Dept., 8285 West 3500 South, Magna, UT.
  • (6) On-site service is provided by third party authorized service providers and may not be available in some locations. In those areas in which it is provided, a technician will be dispatched, if necessary, following efforts to resolve the problem by telephone support.

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