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Sun Microsystems Unveils Solstice, a Breakthrough Solution for Distributed Computing Management

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Sun Microsystems Inc. has made a groundbreaking announcement in the realm of distributed computing management. The company has introduced Solstice, a fully integrated solution designed to tackle the complexity of managing large, heterogeneous networks. Key to this innovation is Solstice's ability to scale and manage networks efficiently, reducing the total cost of operation while maintaining centralized control. The platform's flexibility allows companies to leverage distributed computing's power, combining it with the control of centralized management.

Key Takeaways:

  • Solstice is a comprehensive suite of products that cover all aspects of enterprise management, including fault and performance management, storage, configuration, and security.
  • The Solstice family includes 15 products, such as Solstice AutoClient, the first solution for centralized management of desktops, which allows administrators to set up, update, and reinstall desktops from a central location without the need for physical presence.
  • The Solstice Cooperative Consoles product empowers teams of MIS managers to see, measure, and manage enterprise-wide networks anytime and anywhere.
  • Solstice Enterprise Manager offers advanced object-oriented technology to provide maximum scalability and power for the needs of enterprise management.
  • Over 150 software vendors and more than 300 applications are affiliated with Solstice through Sun's Solstice Partners Program.
  • Key vendors such as Amdahl, Computer Associates, Legent, Oracle, and Sybase are working closely with Sun to test and verify solutions for Solstice.

Statistics:

  • Sun Microsystems holds more than 35% market share in the network management market.
  • Solstice solutions have been adopted by companies in the telecommunications and financial services sectors.
  • The Solstice AutoClient product has a suggested list price of $2,495 and is available within 60 days.
  • The Solstice SunNet Manager product has a suggested list price of $4,995 per license for the Solaris environment on the SPARC and x86/Pentium platforms.
  • Solstice Cooperative Consoles has a suggested list price of $3,000 per license and is available immediately.
  • Solstice Enterprise Manager has a suggested list price of $19,500 for the single-user, single-server configuration.

Sources:

  • Sun Microsystems Inc.
  • International Data Corp. (UNIX-based SNMP Management Platforms installed base share -- 1993)
  • NetLabs of Los Altos, Calif.

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