Supermicro Launches Next-Gen UP Platforms at CES
By Super Micro Computer Inc., PRNETuesday, January 4, 2011
High-Performance Desktop based on Intel P67 and Q67 Chipsets
SAN JOSE, California, January 5, 2011 - Super Micro Computer, Inc. (www.supermicro.com/index.cfm)
(Nasdaq: SMCI), the global leader in server technology innovation and green
computing, today announced the launch of its next-generation,
high-performance, UP (Uni-processor) platforms based on the new Intel P67 and
Q67 chipsets optimized for Intel 2nd Generation Core i7/i5/i3 processors.
Supermicro is demonstrating these new platforms at CES 2011 in Las Vegas,
January 6-9 in booth 5621 of the Las Vegas Convention Center.
"These newest additions to our UP product portfolio deliver Supermicro's
server-class quality and technology benefits to the workstation and high-end
desktop markets," said Phidias Chou, senior vice president of worldwide sales
at Supermicro. "Designed with the latest chipsets from Intel, these
feature-rich platforms are ideal for both personal workstations and gaming
solutions."
"We are very excited to join Supermicro at CES for the debut of their new
high-performance next-generation Intel processor and chipset-based UP desktop
platforms for gaming enthusiasts," said Bjoern Metzdorf, Director of
Information Technology at Turtle Entertainment, the company behind the
Electronic Sports League (ESL). "Supermicro server products are highly
innovative in performance, features and power efficiency, providing a solid
back-bone for ESL gaming to our millions of online gamers. The new Supermicro
UP platform will intensify gamers' entertainment experience from the
front-end as well."
The Supermicro C7P67 and C7Q67-based systems are advanced products that
support a variety of leading-edge capabilities. Featuring new technology such
as USB 3.0 and SATA 3.0, these systems are capable of delivering amazing data
transfer rates of up to 5 Gb/sec and 6 Gb/sec respectively. In addition,
these systems provide optional Disk On Module (DOM) support for boot-capable
storage devices. They also deliver incredibly fast conversion of video files,
enhanced visual quality, color fidelity for spectacular HD playback and
significant 3D performance for life-like gaming. These features provide the
professional and extreme gaming enthusiasts with the best in extended
performance and the ultimate in flexibility.
The systems will be demonstrated at the gaming zone of the CES show, and
will be used for the game tournament hosted by ESL in Supermicro's booth. The
tournament will be broadcast live with commentary at www.ustream.tv/.
About Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ: SMCI)
Supermicro, the global leader in server technology innovation and green
computing, provides customers around the world with application-optimized
server, workstation, blade, storage and GPU systems. Based on its advanced
Server Building Block Solutions, Supermicro offers the most optimized
selection for IT, datacenter and HPC deployments. The company's system
architecture innovations include the Twin server, Double-Sided Storage(TM)
and SuperBlade(R) product families. Offering the most comprehensive product
lines in the industry, Supermicro provides businesses of all sizes with
energy-efficient, earth-friendly solutions that deliver unmatched performance
and value. Founded in 1993, Supermicro is headquartered in Silicon Valley
with worldwide operations and manufacturing centers in Europe and Asia. For
more information, visit www.supermicro.com.
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trademarks and Double-sided Storage is a trademark of Super Micro Computer,
Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Angela Rosario of Super Micro Computer, Inc., angelar at supermicro.com
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