Desktop Computers feature small form factor chassis.
Press Release Summary:
ThinkCentre S50 and A50 systems include Intel Pentium® 4 or Celeron® processors with integrated L2 cache, Intel 865G chipset, support for up to 2 GB of 333 MHz double data rate memory, and integrated Intel Extreme 2 video graphics support. PC-Doctor diagnoses common problems on all system components. Server-based Remote Deployment Manager simplifies setup, configuration, rollout, and ongoing lower-level managment of networked computers.
Original Press Release:
New IBM ThinkCentre S50 and A50 Systems with Intel Pentium 4 and Celeron Processors Offer Outstanding Technologies and Affordable Prices
At a Glance
The ThinkCentre S50 and A50 systems provide:
o Stable platform to reduce testing and qualification costs
o Exceptional performance and room for growth:
- Fast Intel processors
- Hyper-Threading technology (select models)
- Integrated Intel Extreme Graphics 2
- Support for up to 2 GB of 333 MHz DDR memory
- Support for Serial ATA and ATA 100 devices
o ThinkVantage Technology which can:
- Make computing simpler and more secure
- Help lower your total cost
- Increase PC availability and control
o Small Form Factor chassis with industry-standard technology
- IBM embedded security subsystem (select models)
- Innovative tool-less mechanical design that allows for easy upgradeability and service support
Overview
The new ThinkCentre(TM) S50 and A50 systems are the smallest ThinkCentre desktop offerings. These systems provide a space-saving small form factor chassis, a highly serviceable design, and a stable, manageable platform.
Leadership Design
o Smallest ThinkCentre desktop chassis design with industry-standard technology
o Durable steel chassis design provides support for today's large-screen TFT Flat Panel and CRT displays
o Stable platform available for up to 18 months to help reduce testing and qualification costs
o Common software preload image with the ThinkCentre M50 systems
Choice of Technologies to Meet User's Requirements
o Intel® 865G core chipset
o Intel Pentium® 4 processor (select models)
o Intel Celeron® processor (select models)
o Hyper-Threading technology (select models)
o Support for up to 2 GB of 333 MHz DDR memory
o Integrated Intel Extreme 2 video graphics support1
o Choice of models with Serial ATA or Ultra ATA 100 HDDs
Easy to Use and Manage
o Outstanding optional image management and data migration solutions are available from IBM.
o IBM offers a suite of industry-standard downloadable manageability tools to help reduce IT costs throughout the client life cycle.
o Rapid Restore(TM) PC software provides a hassle-free one-button recovery solution that lets you restore your previously saved system image including data, applications, and operating system.
o Access IBM software provides easy access to key ThinkVantage® Technologies and IBM service and support.
o Easier-to-service chassis designs help increase uptime, make upgrades easier, and make repairs faster with tool-less cover removal, tool-less slots, and internal bays that flip up and allow components to slide on rails.
o Easy-to-access high-speed USB 2.0 ports.
Optimized for Connectivity
o Intel 10/100/1000 Ethernet integrated with Wake on LAN® support (select models)
o Intel 10/100 Ethernet integrated with Wake on LAN support (select models)
IBM Service and Support
o Service and support available globally
o Full range of optional services available for all customer sizes
For up-to-date marketing and technical information, visit the IBM Web site at: www.pc.ibm.com
Planned Availability
June 2003
Description
The ThinkCentre S50 and A50 systems offer outstanding technologies, superior management capabilities, and IBM quality, service, and support.
Outstanding Technologies
o Intel Pentium 4 or Celeron processors with integrated L2 cache
o Intel 865G chipset
o 333 MHz Double Data Rate (DDR) memory
o Integrated Intel Extreme Graphics 2
o Industry-standard manageability tools
Leading Business Tools and Data Protection Software
o ConfigSafe (Microsoft(TM) Windows® 2000 Professional preload)
o Norton AntiVirus 2003 (OEM Version)
Diagnostics
PC-Doctor diagnoses common problems on all system components. Diagnostic tests are run either locally or remotely through the Internet or an intranet.
Remote Deployment Manager (RDM)
RDM is a server-based application that simplifies the setup, configuration, rollout, and ongoing lower-level management of networked ThinkCentre desktop computers. Because RDM gains control of a PC before it boots its local operating system, many of the lower-level tasks that previously required a visit to each computer can now be performed over the network.
RDM requires IBM server (sold separately).
Hardware
o Two DIMM sockets (one populated) using 333 MHz DDR system memory
o Intel 10/100 or 10/100/1000 Ethernet integrated on select models
o Integrated Intel Extreme Graphics 2
o Integrated audio
o Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support
o 48x Max CD-ROM drive on select models
o 16x Max DVD-ROM on select models
o Enhanced IDE Ultra Parallel ATA 100 HDDs
o One 3.5-inch diskette drive on select models
o One parallel port IEEE 1284 compatible
o Two serial ports 16550 compatible
o Eight USB ports (two front and six rear access for easy connection of peripherals)
o Mouse, keyboard, and monitor ports
o Line-in, line-out, and microphone ports
Preinstalled Operating Systems
o Models come preinstalled with the Microsoft Windows XP Professional, Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition, or Windows 2000 Professional operating system.
Embedded Security Subsystem
Select ThinkCentre S50 models have built-in hardware and software-based security features:
o Offers platform and user authentication (requires download of security software from IBM)
o Executes all private key-related Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) operations right on the chip (requires third-party digital certificate, not included)
o Designed to enable secure storage of private keys (requires third party digital certificate)
o Supports industry-standard cryptographic interface (MSCAPI and PKCS#11)
o Provides more secure access authentication by coordinating with Windows logons and strengthening Lotus Notes® logons
o Encrypts and decrypts files, folders, and messages with 1024-bit digital signature and up to 256-bit key exchange
o Digital signatures allow non-repudiation and data integrity
o Integrates with optional biometrics and proximity badges
o Adheres to the Trusted Computing Platform Alliance (TCPA) specification recognized by over 180 companies
