From: PHIL NASH 
To: PHIL NASH 
Subject: Ziatech introduces LinuxPCI Development System at LinuxWorld
Date: Fri, 6 Aug 1999 16:51:30 -0700 

Ziatech continues to make news in LinuxWorld, literally...

For Immediate Release

Ziatech Introduces LinuxPCI Development System for Applied Computing
Applications at LinuxWorld=20

CompactPCI=AE technology leader to showcase new CompactPCI system in =
booth
#238=20

LinuxWorld Conference and Expo, San Jose Convention Center, August 10, =
1999
-- Ziatech Corporation, the leading innovator of applied computing =
solutions
for telecom and Internet applications, introduced today the first in a
series of LinuxPCI development systems, a rack mount CompactPCI=AE =
development
platform using the Linux(tm) operating system. Designed to speed the
development of carrier-grade computing applications, the new LinuxPCI =
1000
Development System for Applied Computing combines the reliable, open
CompactPCI architecture with MontaVista Software's Hard Hat(tm) Linux
software.=20
Open CompactPCI platform for OEM fast-track development
Original equipment manufacturers on the fast-track to develop =
Linux-based
applications for DSL systems, PBX systems, IP telephony, voice =
processing,
and other telecom and Internet equipment, now have an open architecture
platform designed with the bandwidth, reliability and features those
applications require.=20
The LinuxPCI 1000 comes with the first version of Linux designed
specifically for embedded applications. The Hard Hat Linux operating =
system
from MontaVista Software, Inc. (Sunnyvale, CA, =
)
combines the cost-effectiveness, openness and flexibility of Linux with =
the
reliability and responsiveness required for embedded and applied =
computing
applications. MontaVista will supplement the operating system's =
enhancements
with comprehensive technical support, porting and customization =
services.
"The quick deployment of a Linux-based development system demonstrates
Ziatech's commitment to the increasing demand for open source software
solutions in the communications and industrial control arena," said Jim
Ready, the Founder and President of MontaVista Software.
-more-

Integrates Pentium=AE II, core peripherals in a rack-mount enclosure
The LinuxPCI 1000 combines a standard, fan-cooled, 19-inch rack-mount
enclosure with a CompactPCI system based on the Intel Pentium=AE II =
processor,
and key peripherals and I/O needed to facilitate application =
development.
These include a floppy drive, hard drive, CD-ROM, and a 300-watt AC =
power
supply. The system's eight-slot CompactPCI backplane supports 32-bit or
64-bit operation, the PICMG 2.1 Hot Swap Specification, and rear I/O.
CompactNET(tm), Ziatech's completely integrated multiprocessing =
environment
for CompactPCI computers, is available as an option.
Pricing and availability
Available in September of this year, the LinuxPCI 1000 Development =
System
includes a pre-tested Hard Hat Linux kernel configuration with CD-ROM. =
The
single quantity price of $5,895 includes a 90-day service support =
contract
with MontaVista Software.=20
About Ziatech Corporation
Ziatech Corporation is the leading innovator of applied computing =
solutions
for telecommunications and Internet applications. The company supplies
Original Equipment Manufacturers with solutions ranging from single =
board
computers to fully integrated systems designed for mission-critical
applications. Ziatech offers the industry's most comprehensive line of
CompactPCI products, a standard it created and continues to enhance =
through
advancements such as multiprocessing and high availability technology. =
An
ISO 9001-certified company, Ziatech partners with one of the world's =
largest
contract manufacturers of electronics to build computers that meet
international certification requirements and the highest standards of
quality. Headquartered in San Luis Obispo, California, Ziatech operates =
a
worldwide network of representatives and distributors, with sales =
offices
throughout the United States, Europe and Asia. More detailed =
information on
Ziatech is available on the World Wide Web at =
.
Contact Information:
Phil Nash
Ziatech Corporation
Phone: 805.782.4500 x6044=20
E-Mail: 
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