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Blade PC: A PC architecture that houses multiple PC modules ("blades") in a single chassis. It takes the machines off the users' desks and houses them in rack mounted cabinets in...; Full Blade PC Definition >>

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HP Thin Client & Blade PC Solutions: Fiona Wright: The presenter of this webcast speaks about the key features of remote client solutions and how they can benefit teachers and students alike.; Tags: Hewlett-Packard Co., PC, Blade, Blade PC, Thin Client, Blade Servers, Thin Clients, Servers, Hardware; Webcasts 2007-12-01
HP ships third generation of Blade PC solution with new Athlon 64: HP ships third generation of blade PC solution with new Athlon 64Purely centralized processingis not the way to go. The final solution will be a hybrid approach. Even the largest datacenter(s) will be crippled under a particular dynamic load. It's just like a freeway, if everyone gets on the road...; Tags: Processors, Blade servers, AMD Athlon, AMD Athlon 64, blade PC, Advanced Micro Devices Inc., Hewlett-Packard Co., thin client, blade; Discussion threads 2007-06-11
HP ships third generation of Blade PC solution with new Athlon 64: HP must be getting something right with its blade PC-based solution. Despite the way the HP's approach seems to take go the opposite direction to the way that client-side computing trends are heading, the company is today launching its third generation of the architecture; a sign that it's...; Tags: Software Infrastructure, IT Management, Hardware Infrastructure, General; Blog posts 2007-06-11
HP ushers in new Blade PC, switches chips: HP ushers in new blade PC, switches chipsfiber/802.3 kvm solutions...there is one aspect of blade pcs that CTO's and managers must account for.. running a VGA cable to another floor is impossable without KVM extending technology. Fiber based KVM extenders are expensive yet offer great flexability (peer-to-peer fiber...; Tags: Blade servers, Desktops, Network technology, Hewlett-Packard Co., chip, PERSONAL COMPUTERS, blade PC, blade, PC, fiber; Discussion threads 2005-11-07
NORAD gives thumbs up to Blade PCs: NORAD gives thumbs up to blade PCsClearCubeNothing agin' HP but I'm glad someone else got the contract. This industry needs competition, not stagnation. Oops, did I say Dell?Nice and warminside that mountain! Once rack with 100 servers requires QUITE A BIT of electrical power. Not to mention the cooling that...; Tags: Blade servers, Utility computing, Servers, Desktops, blade, blade PC, PC, North American Aerospace Defense Command, Cheyenne Mountain, network; Discussion threads 2005-04-18

Secure Blade PC Solutions Save Money and Help Save Lives at Backus Hospital: William. W. Backus Hospital chose the ClearCube solution because it is secure in high traffic areas, non-intrusive at the patient bedside, considerate of sterilization issues, and compatible with both the hospital's PACS system as well as its Health Care Information System (HCIS). ClearCube has been installed in OR and patient...; Tags: Patient, Hospital, PC, Blade, Blade PC, ClearCube Technology, Healthcare; White papers 2005-02-01
HP unsheathes its Blade PC: HP unsheathes its blade PCand the pundits said thin client was dead[i]The new blade PCs can be used, in conjunction with the company's thin clients, to replace the networked desktop PCs that most companies now issue their employees, HP says.To use the Consolidated Client Infrastructure, a company places an inexpensive...; Tags: Blade servers, Thin clients, Utility computing, Desktops, blade PC, blade, thin client, Hewlett-Packard Co., PC, desktop; Discussion threads 2004-04-27
Blade PC company links up with IBM: Blade PC company links up with IBMComplicated Thin ClientWhy would this solution be better than a centrally managed Terminal Server with thin-clients connecting through the network? You would still be managing hundreds of blades that can fail... not to mention hundreds of blades that will have to be patched...; Tags: Blade servers, Utility computing, Servers, blade, blade PC, IBM Corp., PC; Discussion threads 2004-02-25
HP Blade PCs Used in Thin Client Strategy to Reinforce Security and Ease System Management Achieving Flexibility and Scalability to Support the Dynamism of the Internet Banking Business: eBANK Corporation (eBANK) was launched in July 2001 as a specialist Internet bank. Since then it has made rapid strides, primarily developing Net-based electronic payment services for applications such as online auctions, Internet shopping and points services. The company is using HP blade PCs to maximize compliance with regulations governing...; Tags: Security, Hewlett-Packard Co., PC, Blade PC, Internet Banking, Thin Client, Scalability, HP Blade, Internet, Blade Servers, Utility Computing, Servers, Hardware; Case studies

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All USB ports aren't created equal: All USB ports aren't created equalPretty much convincedGood grief. What has happened to journalism today? Never mind. I already know.Point is, you don't need to be pretty much convinced. There's this radical concept that's been floating around for about 400 years called the scientific method. It's key element is experiment....; Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), USB port, Microsoft Windows Vista, hardware; Discussion threads 2008-05-10
Photos: Top 10 reviews of the week: Here are CNET Reviews' 10 favorite items from the past week, including Apple's 24-inch iMac, a Beltronics radar detector, and the "most sophisticated NAS device" CNET has tested.Here''s our weekly roundup of the new products CNET reviewers liked best. 1. 2008 BMW 135i Coupe Editors'' rating: 8.9...; Tags: built-In, Battery, Photograph, Bottom Line, Navigation System, CNET', Price, Keyboards, Engineering, Network-Attached Storage (NAS), Hardware, Peripherals, Storage, CNET News.com; Image galleries 2008-05-10
Don't insulate, Nansulate, says Florida cleantech company: Don't insulate, Nansulate, says Florida cleantech companywhat about other uses e.g. Space Shuttle, airplanes, etc?If this stuff is so good NASA should be buying it by the bucket to insulate their flight vehicles including the Back To The Moon Lander.What about Boeing using it for airplanes instead of whatever they...; Tags: Nansulate, R-Value, cleantech company, clean technology; Discussion threads 2008-05-09
Microsoft not pulling XP SP3 again (so far): Microsoft isn't halting Windows XP Service Pack (SP) 3 distribution -- so far, at least -- in spite of endless-reboot problems reported by AMD-based PC customers, a company spokeswoman said on May 9. Reports of the reboot problem are cropping up on Microsoft forums and other sites...; Tags: Mary Jo Foley; Blog posts 2008-05-09
Why do Macs need so much fixing?: Why do Macs need so much fixing?My point exactly (nt)(nt)I guess we're both the luckiest people in the world.All of my systems (Windows, OS X, Linux, and Solaris) work fine. No muss, no fuss, no problems. It's good to be me.Come come nowRoss2000: [i]Am I the luckiest guy in the...; Tags: Operating systems, UNIX, Macs need, Microsoft Windows, Apple Macintosh; Discussion threads 2008-05-09
HRH Prince Penguin: Did anyone else happen to notice that Prince Charles is a closet Penguin? On our UK-based sister site, ZDNet.CO.UK our British colleague Andrew Donoghue quoted His Majesty as follows: "Many of the case studies we received highlight the...; Tags: Thin Client, Thin Clients, Hardware, Jason Perlow; Blog posts 2008-05-09
Network Magic simplifies tasks for home users: Network Magic from Pure Networks isn't a new product, but it's new to me. I've been playing around with this home-network manager for a week or so, and I think it's a great solution for those who are unfamiliar with networking. Its clean design and easy-to-understand interface helps you perform...; Tags: Network, Network Magic, Network Map, Network Advisor, Networking, Rik Fairlie; Blog posts 2008-05-09
Rumor Mill: What's on the Apple horizon: Hey there, it's Jake, Jason's evil twin. It's Friday which means that it's my turn to take the wheel for trip down Apple rumor lane. Fasten your seat belts because here we go: Apple Developing Wiimote-Like Controller? – AppleInsider reports that a new Apple patent application reveals...; Tags: Apple iPhone, Apple Inc., iLounge, 3G, E-mail, Desktops, Cellular Phones, Wireless, Consumer Electronics, Personal Technology, Online Communications, Hardware, Jason D. O\'Grady; Blog posts 2008-05-09
Oil's superspike may make telecommuting the norm: Oil's superspike may make telecommuting the normUnlike the Music Industry - Never heard of "oil payola"Superspike? Really. It's interesting that we have so much of the stuff that why don't the companies start paying us to use their fuel? I guess that would probably be "illegal" at...; Tags: Gas Prices, telecommuting; Discussion threads 2008-05-09
News to know: Office 2007 SP1; Microsoft security; KVM vs. Xen; AMD: Notable headlines: Mary Jo Foley: Mark your calendars: Microsoft to push Office 2007 SP1 on June 16 EIC podcast: SAP; JavaOne; AMD, Microhoo Larry Dignan: Microsoft previews three critical bulletins; two for Office Mary Jo Foley: Microsoft shares...; Tags: Security, Microsoft Office 2007, Xen, Microsoft Corp., Advanced Micro Devices Inc., Microsoft Office, Office Suites, Software, Larry Dignan; Blog posts 2008-05-09
Psystar: Just how loud is it?: Psystar: Just how loud is it?Oh, and the puck mouse,a perfect complement...Can you restore it?Are you provided with any restore DVD? Do you get any instructions for what to do if you can't boot?I believe Nvidia video cards work well but I think you need a driver to get quartz...; Tags: C-scale, Psystar; Discussion threads 2008-05-09