Introducing The Cobalt Microserver 2700
The low-priced, simple Internet and intranet server with room to grow. When it comes to servers, one size does not fit all. Workgroups, small offices, branch offices, educational organizations, developers and ISPs have very different needs from large organizations. Simplicity is crucial because non-technical users in workgroups must be able to maintain the server in their spare time. And developers and ISPs need to have the confidence to have a power server platform. Limited budgets in all organizations elevate the importance of low cost of ownership and the ability to grow.
The solution: Cobalt Qube™ 2700 microservers, from Cobalt Microserver, Inc. Optimized for Internet and intranet services, the Cobalt Qube microserver delivers simplicity, versatility, scalability, and excellent workgroup performanceñat a fraction of the cost of traditional UNIX and Windows NT servers.
There are two models of the Cobalt Qube 2700, each designed
to fit the needs of different users:
The Cobalt Microserver 2700 Microservers
There are two models of the Cobalt Qube 2700, each designed to fit the needs of different users:
Fast, simple setup and "hands-off" administration
Someone without training can install the Cobalt Qube microserver and have it operating in less than 15 minutes. The administrator can manage users, groups, and the system from the browser. Maintenance agents—software applications that run continuously in the background—manage day-to-day details, eliminating the expense of a dedicated administrator. Scalability and performance with workgroups in mind The Cobalt Qube microserver offers excellent performance for workgroups needing simultaneous access to a variety of services. It easily saturates a 10-Mbps network and has SpecWeb performance which exceeds a similarly-configured 166-MHz Pentium® PC. And as needs evolve or loads increase, the organization can simply add more Cobalt Qube microservers, sustaining high performance while leveraging the original investment.
Unlike general purpose servers, the Cobalt Qube microserver is designed just for the delivery of Internet and intranet services, making it much more affordable to purchase than Windows NT and UNIX alternatives. Its performance and flexibility— intranet, extranet, Internet—contribute to a long useful life, resulting in a very low cost of ownership.
The Cobalt Qube 2700D- microserver includes all of the software which ISPs and developers need to develop and host web sites, including the Linux operating system, an Apache web server, and the Perl scripting language. Developer tools, including compilers and editors, are available for download from the Cobalt web site.
Outstanding performance
The Cobalt Qube 2700D microserver easily saturates a 10 Base-T network and up to six T1 lines. It has better SpecWeb performance than a similarly-configured 166-MHz Pentium® PC. One Cobalt Qube microserver easily handles the communication needs of hundreds of active users. The Cobalt Qube microserver can send 140,000 email messages a day, transfer 50,000 files, and respond to over 250,000 requests for web pages - all on the same machine.
Streamlined web site development and deployment
By including the cost of a Cobalt Qube 2700 microserver in their proposals, web site developers gain complete control of the development and deployment environment. They can develop, test, and debug on the Cobalt Qube, and then attach it to the customer's networkófully tested and ready to go. Once deployed, the Cobalt Qube microserver can be administered from any browser-based PC, either local or remote. This flexibility translates to lower support requirements for the developer.
Low cost, turn-key solution
The Qube2700D microserver represents a pricing breakthrough for Internet and intranet servers. Simple setup, remote administration, and preinstalled software save time, reducing the cost even more. Other economies result from the Cobalt Qube microserver's small footprint and low power consumption, which conserve rack space and enable smaller uninterruptable power supplies (UPS) for 24 x 7 connectivity.
The Cobalt Qube 2700WG microserver comes preconfigured with a range of Internet and intranet applications for communication and collaboration, including:
All services are ready to use immediately after installation, which takes just minutes.
Open, standards-based design
All administration and maintenance is browser-based, which greatly simplifies remote administration. The administrator can add and delete registered users, email accounts, and monitor the system—all from the browser. Maintenance agents - software applications that run continuously in the background—provide alerts if they detect potential problems, giving the administer time to take action before problems become serious.
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