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TECHNOLOGY BRIEF July 2002 Compaq Computer Corporation ISS Technology Communications CONTENTS 64-Bit Computing Overview 3 Maximum Performance and Innovative Technology 4 ProLiant DL590/64 Server Architecture 4 System Board Design 7 Distributed Power System...........8 Cooling 9 Maximum Uptime 11 PCI Hot Plug Technology.......... 11 Redundant Network Interface Controller Technology 11 Redundant Power System......... 12 Redundant Hot-Plug Fans......... 13 Hot-Plug Hard Disk Drives ........ 13 Integrated Smart Array Controller 14 Rapid Deployment and Maintenance 15 Modularity and Serviceability .... 15 Manageability 16 Commitment to IndustryStandard 64-Bit Computing 18 Conclusion 19 ... TC020702TB 1 ProLiant DL590/64 Server Technology The computer industry has entered the next stage of a multi-year transition that is bringing the benefits of 64-bit computing to industry-standard architectures. Industry-standard 64-bit solutions, based on Intel Itanium processors will establish a solid foundation to deliver the performance, innovation, and price essential to businesses for many years to come. Compaq has incomparable advantages in leading this technology shift. In addition to a 5-year investment in 64-bit industry-standard server technology, Compaq has a multi-year technology and marketing agreement with Intel to accelerate the availability of next-generation enterprise servers based on the Intel Itanium processor family. Microsoft and Compaq have continued a two-decade-long partnership to deliver one of the most stable and reliable industry-standard computing platforms in the market by working hand in hand to develop the Windows 64-bit server family. Aside from the tight integration work with Intel and Microsoft, Compaq has been collaborating with independent software vendors (ISVs) and early adopter companies to port 32-bit applications or develop 64-bit applications on the new ProLiant platform. The ProLiant DL590/64 server represents the official entry from Compaq into the world of high-performance industry-standard 64-bit computing. With this introduction of the Itanium-based server, Compaq strengthens its enterprise product portfolio by delivering an industry-standard platform with enterprise-class performance. This technology brief gives an overview of 64-bit computing. It explains the technologies implemented in the ProLiant DL590/64 server and describes development efforts Compaq has taken to ensure that reliable and stable 64-bit solutions are available. Please direct comments regarding this communication to the ISS Technology Communications Group at this Internet address: [email protected]