This cost-effective service helps you minimize system downtime due to hardware failure. It features a commitment to resolve hardware problems within 6 hours from the time your service call is received. When you experience system problems, your call is immediately connected to an HP-certified resolution engineer for troubleshooting. If your problem cannot be resolved remotely, an experienced support professional is dispatched to your site to begin hardware repair and restoration activities.

Choose 6-Hour Call-to-Repair support when you need to: be confident of system restoration within the shortest possible timeframe, boost productivity via increased hardware system uptime, obtain easy-to-buy, easy-to-use extended warranty services, and enhance IT resource planning and IT staff efficiency.

The ProCurve Switch 3500yl series consists of the most advanced intelligent edge switches in the ProCurve Networking product line. The 3500yl series includes 24-port and 48-port stackables. The foundation for all these switches is a purpose-built, programmable ProVision ASIC that allows the most demanding networking features, such as QoS and security, to be implemented in a scalable yet granular fashion. With a variety of Gigabit interfaces, integrated PoE on all 10/100/1000Base-T ports, 10-GbE capability, and a choice of form factors, the 3500yl switches offer excellent investment protection, flexibility, and scalability, as well as ease of deployment, operation, and maintenance.

The 3Com Switch 5500-EI is a premium managed 10/100 switch with advanced features, perfect for medium-sized businesses looking to deploy advanced edge applications. Layer 3 routing makes the Switch 5500 ideal for businesses looking to deploy the most advanced applications.

The Switch 5500-EI 52-port features 48 10/100 ports and four Gigabit SFP ports. Patented XRN stacking technology provides 8-high multi-layer stacking allowing single-IP management for a stack of up to 384 ports.

Advanced Layer 3 routing - including OSPF, PIM-SM, PIM-DM and RIP v1/v2 - helps deliver optimal performance and system response. Enterprise-class security features include DES 56/168-bit encryption, IEEE 802.1X network login, Access Control Lists and RADIUS Authenticated Device Access (RADA).

Highlights of the 3Com SWITCH 5500-EI 52PORT LAYER

• Managed, Layer 3, 52-port 10/100 switch ideal for businesses looking to deploy the most advanced applications
• Four Gigabit SFP ports for flexible fiber or 1000Base-T connections; order the needed transceivers separately
• Layer 3 (RIP/OSPF) Routing
• Limited lifetime warranty and next-business-day advanced hardware replacement
• Up to eight switches can be stacked via built-in Gigabit Ethernet ports, allowing single-IP management for a stack of up to 384 ports
• Enterprise-class security features include DES 56/168-bit encryption, IEEE 802.1X network login, Access Control Lists and RADIUS Authenticated Device Access (RADA)

The Cisco Catalyst 3560 Series switches is a line of fixed configuration, enterprise-class, IEEE 802.3af and Cisco prestandard Power over Ethernet (PoE) switches in Fast Ethernet configurations that provide availability, security, and quality of service (QoS) to enhance network operations. The Catalyst 3560 is an ideal access layer switch for small enterprise wiring closets or branch office environments that are using their LAN infrastructure for the deployment of new products and applications such as IP telephones, wireless access points, video surveillance, building management systems, and remote video kiosks. Customers can deploy network-wide intelligent services, such as advanced QoS, rate limiting, access control lists, multicast management, and high-performance IP routing - while maintaining the simplicity of traditional LAN switching.

The standard multilayer software image (SMI) feature set includes advanced QoS, rate-limiting, ACLs, and basic routing functionality.

This lens is ideal for sports and wildlife photography. The newly designed optical system has one fluorite element and two UD-glass elements to obtain high resolution and high contrast. Also, the minimum focusing distance was reduced to 5.5 m. Extender EF 2x can be attached to increase the focal length to 1200mm while retaining AF (with the EOS-3).

The single-port Cisco Gigabit Ethernet Network Module (part number NM-1GE) provides Gigabit Ethernet optical and copper connectivity for access routers. The module is supported by the Cisco 2691, Cisco 3660, Cisco 3725, and Cisco 3745 series routers. This network module has one gigabit interface converter (GBIC) slot to carry any standard copper or optical Cisco. The flexibility to use different GBICs allows for making a choice depending on various factors, such as distance, cost, existing infrastructure, future expansion plans, and requirements.

The Cisco Gigabit Ethernet Network Module enables branch offices to cost-effectively utilize high-speed uplinks in a variety of environments. The enhanced performance allows customers to enable new applications and services as well as providing greater capacity for existing inter-VLAN routing and bridging capabilities. Additionally, branch offices will now have the opportunity to connect to metropolitan-area networks (MANs). Cisco IOS Software provides enhanced capabilities such as quality of service (QoS), network-based application recognition (NBAR), IP Security (IPSec), and Layer 3 virtual private networks (VPNs).

With high scan rates of up to 57ppm/114 ipm (300 dpi), onboard JPEG compression, and duty cycles of up to 8, 000 documents per day, the Fujitsu fi-5750C scanner combines performance and dependability to create outstanding production scanning solutions. It also scans at 71 ppm/142 ipm in landscape orientation and features an optical resolution of 600 dpi for amazing image detail.

For greater convenience, a rotating ADF or dual control panels allow operation from either side, while dual, high-speed interfaces (Ultra SCSI and USB 2.0) provide easy connectivity. A proven, reliable, 200-page automatic document feeder (ADF) with Ultrasonic double-feed detection that accepts documents ranging from 2.1 in. x 2.9 in. up to 12 in. x 18 in. enhances productivity.

The new Cisco MDS 9506 Multilayer Director with Dual Supervisor 2 delivers multiple layers of intelligence, including multi-protocol support (Fiber Channel, iSCSI, FCIP), Virtual SANs (VSANs), embedded diagnostics and role-based security. With these innovations, companies can build highly scalable, available storage networks with comprehensive security and unified management.

The MDS 9509 with Supervisor 2 delivers industry-leading performance (1.44 Terabits internal system throughput) and increases total port density from 128-ports maximum to a new maximum of 192 when the new 48-port 4/2/1 Gb Fiber Channel modules are used. The MDS 9506 also features high availability, to lower TCO and enable integrated SAN infrastructures. HP delivers the Cisco MDS 9506 Multilayer Director with high availability features designed in. The base unit includes a 6 slot modular chassis with dual supervisor modules and dual power supplies to help ensure smooth, continuous operation and non-disruptive upgrade capability. Four remaining expansion slots can be filled by optional MDS 9000 Family Modules, which include 16 and 32 port 2Gb Fiber Channel port Modules, 12, 24 and 48-port, 4Gb Fiber channel and a 4-port 10Gb Fiber Channel Modules as well as 4-port and 8-port 1Gb IP Storage Services Modules and a Multiprotocol Services Module (14+2, 14, 2Gb FC and 2, 1Gb IP ports) These modules provide integrated Fiber Channel, FCIP and iSCSI operation for SAN extension over IP networks for business continuance and disaster recovery solutions, iSCSI host access to Fiber Channel connected arrays and Enterprise-wide Data Archiving solutions. The MDS 9000 Storage Services Module enables fabric-based applications to access fabric-wide services for a wide range of solutions for business continuance, storage virtualization, data migration, network assisted backup solutions and information life cycle management. All modules are interchangeable across MDS 9500 Directors and 9200 series Fabric Switches, providing a smooth migration path, common sparing and investment protection.

Layered, intelligent features also include integration with HP OpenView, HP Storage Essentials and CiscoWorks RME, delivering ease of administration, improved customer productivity, and infrastructure management through a single pane-of-glass. This common software platform also ensures that the user's SAN environment will scale seamlessly as business grows and technology evolves.

Smart-UPS VT offers IT professionals the performance and legendary reliability of the award winning Smart-UPS family. Expanding up through to small data centers, remote offices, Point of Sale applications and laboratory equipment Smart-UP VT is ideal for entry level and performance power protection needs. Smart-UPS VT features double-conversion on-line design and offers internal and external batteries in a user friendly, scalable design. The UPS includes dual mains input for increased availability and a built-in maintenance bypass breaker.

The HP ProLiant DL320s Storage Server is a high-density Network Attached Storage (NAS) solution that enables customers with small and medium office environments to consolidate multiple direct-attached storage (DAS) installations and management interfaces to a single centralized Windows-based file and print solution. While DAS can be fractured and difficult to track and maintain, NAS lowers your total cost of storage ownership since management and protection are performed from one interface in one location. It supports multiple file sharing protocols and Windows storage-specific tools that make file share maintenance both easy and powerful. And with optional Microsoft iSCSI Software Target, you can upgrade to host block-based storage for Exchange, SQL or other applications. The NAS solution not only aids in consolidation and cost reduction, but also helps you spend less time and effort deploying and managing file and print services.

NETGEAR delivers wirespeed Gigabit performance and a full set of Layer 2 management features with unsurpassed affordability. This next-generation, high-speed switch delivers maximum throughput where you need it - to high-performance workgroups at the edge of the network, or as a backbone for Fast Ethernet switches and high-speed servers in demanding small networks. The non-blocking design offers full Gigabit throughput simultaneously to all 48 10/100/1000 ports to ensure reliable performance. Flexible fiber connectivity is enabled through four combination Small Form-factor Pluggable (SFP) gigabit interfaces. Layer 2 management functionality delivers reliability, control, and availability. The very affordable NETGEAR ProSafe 48 Port Gigabit L2 Managed Switch GSM7248 creates a more productive - and future-proof - network. With increasing bandwidth requirements from applications such as voice, video, database management, and other services that slow throughput and response time, you can unleash your network and enable maximum productivity with Gigabit Ethernet for today's high-performance environments. Optimize bandwidth, security, and control with full Layer 2 management capabilities. Network administrators can use any combination of these features to ensure uptime, availability, bandwidth and throughput.

A full 48 10/100/1000 ports and a non-blocking design provide wire speed throughput and maximum bandwidth for the most demanding network environments. Small Form-factor Pluggable (SFP) modules deliver choice in 1000Base-SX, 1000Base-LX or 1000Base-ZX (70Km) optics. The Layer 2 management features optimize bandwidth throughout the network - delivering Gigabit performance to systems, applications, and services. Take advantage of forwarding rates up to 71.4 million pps, and a switching capacity of 96 Gbps.

Move up to Gigabit power in minutes. Use the GSM7248 as a managed switch out of the box - just plug and play! All ports are auto-negotiating and support Auto Uplink technology. Choose from two easy to use management interface options - Web interface or a command line interface available through console or Telnet. Comprehensive remote administration capabilities reduce the need for on-site administration. Easy to troubleshoot - built-in testing capability locates cable related network problems.

Meet your management needs with SNMP (v1, v2c and v3), RMON, Command-Line Interface (CLI) and complete Web-based GUI. Advanced features include up to 512 VLANs, DiffServ traffic prioritization and 802.1p (QoS) for Voice over IP services (VoIP), broadcast storm protection, RADIUS, 802.1x, port trunking, rapid spanning tree, and link aggregation. Full Layer 2 implementation allows you to configure your network for maximum performance, reliability, and availability. Manageable with any popular SNMP-based management software, but optimized for NETGEAR ProSafe Network Management Software NMS100.

The HP StorageWorks Ultrium 960 Tape Drive represents HP's third-generation of LTO tape drive technology. Positioned as the highest capacity drive in the StorageWorks family, the Ultrium 960 features an 800 GB compressed (2: 1) storage capacity using new LTO 3 media. By doubling the capacity of current Ultrium drives, HP customers now require fewer data cartridges to meet their storage needs, significantly reducing their IT costs and increasing their ROI.

The Ultrium 960 also features a compressed (2: 1) data transfer rate of 160 MB/s. Using a new 16-channel recording head, an Ultra320 SCSI interface, and increases in media tracks and bit density, the HP Ultrium 960 sets a new performance benchmark as the world's fastest tape drive. For customers that continually experience shrinking backup windows, the Ultrium 960 is the ideal direct-attach backup storage solution for enterprise and mid-range server, as well as entry-level hard drive arrays.

Highlights of the HP Ultrium 960 Rack-Mount

• 800 GB Capacity: The Ultrium 960 tape drive is a high capacity drive that stores 800 GB on a single cartridge with 2:1 compression
• 160MB/s Performance: The world's fastest tape drive with sustainable data transfer rates to 160MB/s at 2:1 compression
• Data Rate Matching (DRM): Allows the tape drive to dynamically and continuously adjust the speed of the drive, from 27MB/s to 80MB/s, matching the speed of the host or network
• LTO Open Standard: Drive technology based on an open standard that provides for media compatibility across all brands of LTO Ultrium products
• Server Compatibility: Qualified on HP ProLiant, Integrity, 9000, NonStop, and AlphaServers platforms, as well as many servers from other leading vendors such as Dell, IBM, and Sun
• Software Compatibility: Extensive list of supported backup and archiving software applications from HP, CA, VERITAS, Yosemite, Legato, Tivoli, and many more
• Support for WORM Media: Able to read and write to new Write-Once Read-Many (WORM) HP Ultrium Data Cartridges
• Management and Diagnostics Software Included: HP StorageWorks Library and Tape Tools software provides a single application for managing and troubleshooting your tape drive, media and configuration
• Backup Software Included : Includes a single-server version of Yosemite TapeWare XE (CD) and HP OpenView Data Protector (license)
• One-Button Disaster Recovery (OBDR) Supported: Firmware-based disaster recovery feature that can restore an entire system using a single Ultrium 960 tape drive and data cartridge

The HP ProLiant DL380 delivers on its proven history of design excellence with enterprise-class uptime and manageability, proven 2-way Intel Xeon performance, and 2U density for a variety of rack deployments and applications.

SQL Server 2008 Enterprise Edition is a comprehensive data management and business intelligence platform that provides enterprise-class scalability, data warehousing, advanced analytics, and security for running business-critical applications. With this edition, you can consolidate servers and perform large-scale online transactional processing and reporting.

Lighter than Air

The ultra-lightweight Samsung X360 sets a completely new standard in mobile computing - offering a comprehensive set of features unlike anything of its kind on the market. Even though it is the lightest notebook in its 13.3" class, weighing a miniscule 1.29 kg, the X360 incorporates all of the extensive communications and data sharing functionality demanded by the new aristocrats of the mobile world - the socially interconnected and results-driven professionals.~

Awards and recognition

Hot Stuff - "The X360 Vista laptop is a marvel of miniaturisation. It weighs 1.27kg-that' s a whopping 90g less thon the MacBook Air but manages at pack in three (not one) USB ports and HDMI alongside the Air-aping 13.3in ,1280x800 , LED-backlit screen"

BBC Focus - "By declaring their laptop " Iighter than Air, it' s clear Samsung has Apples ultra-portable MacBook Air in its sights .The X360 weighs just 1.29kg-90g lighter than the Air. But unlike Apples machine, the X360 doesn't compromise on connectivity"

Boys Toys - "Samsung is billing ils new super-skinny X360 laptop as' lighter than air' .. . lighter than the MacBook Air, that is . Weighing a mere 1.27kg , it's 90g less than the Apple s already incredibly airy notebook."

Highlights of the Samsung X360

Slim and light design

Intel Centrino 2 ULV Processor Technology SU9300

3GB Memory

128GB Solid State drive

External DVD Multi Dual Layer drive - supplied with laptop

Windows Vista Business (Also includes Windows XP Pro in the box)

13.3" widescreen display

Bluetooth 2.0/7 in 1 card reader/P-Dock support

Fingerprint reader

For detailed specification, please see below

Highlights of the Samsung X360 Core 2 Duo SU9300 3GB 128GB SSD Vista Business RED

• World class mobile performance:
• Featuring state of the art Intel Centrino 2 Ultra Low Voltage processor technology, which delivers unrivalled performance, energy efficiency and connectivity too keep you working longer
• Optimised graphics, premium experience:
• Featuring the new Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X4500 graphics core, which dynamically allocates system memory to provide incredible visual quality, faster graphics performance and flexible display options
• Rapid data access:
• The X360's option with a Solid State Drive (SSD) significantly enhances performance compared to a hard disk drive (HDD). Boot times are 25-50 percent faster and data access is 300 times faster for reading and 150% faster for writing
• Smile, you are on camera:
• Featuring an integrated 1.3 mega pixel digital motion camera, the X360 offers a simple way to keep in touch with friends or family, using video-conferencing or live messaging
• Sharper display:
• The X360's 13.3" WXGA (1280x800) LED screen is thinner, up to 33% brighter, more durable and uses much less power than traditional LCD screens
• Bacteria free:
• By sprinkling incredibly small, nano-sized silver ion powder on the keyboard, your system will remain "bacteria free" — for even longer

HP StorageWorks All-in-One Storage Systems are radically simple, integrated, and affordable network storage solutions that enable small and mid-size companies to easily manage, grow, and protect their data. The AiO400 provides shared storage expansion for application servers, enhanced file serving for end-user clients, and comprehensive data protection features to ensure that your business is both safe and secure. Together, these functions offer a higher degree of value and utility than traditional options while allowing businesses to save time and money. This fully integrated solution is designed to be deployed on the existing Ethernet network in less than 30 minutes by IT generalists with no storage expertise. HP All-in-One Storage Systems offer everything you need to lower the cost and complexity associated with rapidly growing data storage environments.

HP All-in-One Storage Systems are ideal for growing small and mid-sized companies that need the management, consolidation, and data protection features typically reserved for higher-priced and more complex storage architectures.

Adobe Creative Suite 4 Production Premium software is a must-have solution for creative professionals who need to craft world-class video, audio, and interactive media - on air, online, on device, and invariably on deadline.

Streamline the entire creative process with Adobe dynamic link and convenient roundtrip editing functionality among Production Premium components. Groundbreaking project intelligence with XMP metadata support pioneers ways of using metadata to make video assets searchable online and offline.

Whether your production will be seen in the theater, the living room, the office, or on the road, Adobe Creative Suite 4 Production Premium helps you extend your reach by enabling you to deliver high-quality content no matter what screen viewers are using.

Highlights of the Adobe Production Premium CS4 Upgrade from Point Product Mac

• Take creative control
• Be more efficient
• Deliver to any screen

The HP Color LaserJet CM6030 MFP Series offers competitive color output quality along with scan, copy, digital send, and fax in an exceptionally reliable and easy-to-manage package. Its low acquisition price, overall cost per page value, and space-saving design make it the best choice for your business environment.

A high brightness projector with 3000lm, the VPL-CX120 has the flexibility to work where and how you want - for business and education. Suitable for ceiling, rear installation or portable use.

However hot your presentation is, with 3000 ANSI Lumens of brightness you can be sure the VPL-CX120 will keep its cool. It's the ideal combination of both projecting power and brighter, sharper, and more colorful images.

The single-port Cisco Gigabit Ethernet Network Module (part number NM-1GE) provides Gigabit Ethernet optical and copper connectivity for access routers. The module is supported by the Cisco 2691, Cisco 3660, Cisco 3725, and Cisco 3745 series routers. This network module has one gigabit interface converter (GBIC) slot to carry any standard copper or optical Cisco. The flexibility to use different GBICs allows for making a choice depending on various factors, such as distance, cost, existing infrastructure, future expansion plans, and requirements.

The Cisco Gigabit Ethernet Network Module enables branch offices to cost-effectively utilize high-speed uplinks in a variety of environments. The enhanced performance allows customers to enable new applications and services as well as providing greater capacity for existing inter-VLAN routing and bridging capabilities. Additionally, branch offices will now have the opportunity to connect to metropolitan-area networks (MANs). Cisco IOS Software provides enhanced capabilities such as quality of service (QoS), network-based application recognition (NBAR), IP Security (IPSec), and Layer 3 virtual private networks (VPNs).

Add high-speed, wide-format color laser printing to your office workgroup with the affordable HP color LaserJet 5500 series printers. Easy-to-use and flexible to fit any office, these printers create high-quality color documents as quickly as black-and-white. Designed for simplicity, this printer series is as easy-to-use and maintain as any HP LaserJet monochrome printer, and can be upgraded for robust networking and increased media flexibility.

Highlights of the HP Color LaserJet 5550hdn - printer - colour - laser

• Create a professional image for your business with HP Imageret 3600 print quality. Adaptive halftoning and colour trapping technologies provide precise, adjacent colours, sharp images and black text. Print at up to 28 ppm (A4) in colour and monochrome with the highly productive vertical in-line engine, a 533 MHz processor and 160 MB RAM (288 MB on dtn and hdn). Achieve a fast 16 second first page out from "Ready" and 41 second from "Powersave" mode due to the inductive heat fuser.
• One access point at the front and clear labelling simplify consumable installation. Graphical control panel provides toner level gauges at a glance. Detailed text instructions and animated graphics allow for quick, easy troubleshooting. Up to 5 paper input trays, long-life maintenance kits and high-capacity, smart printing supplies decrease user intervention. HP Web Jetadmin and HP Embedded Web Server provide easy printer management.
• Wide-format printing up to A3 on a variety of media (up to 200 g/m2 from the multi-purpose tray). Up to 5 paper trays increase input capacity to 2,100 sheets (100-sheet MP, 4 x 500-sheet input trays*). Print double-sided documents with the built-in duplex unit**. Add industry-leading networking, a hard disk or other upgrades (3rd party) via three EIO slots. Handle even the most complex documents with the expandable printer memory (up to 544 MB).
• * Standard with HP Color LaserJet 5550hdn
• ** Standard with HP Color LaserJet 5550dn/dtn/hdn

SQL Server 2008 delivers on Microsoft's Data Platform vision by helping your organization manage any data, any place, any time. It enables you to store data from structured, semi-structured, and unstructured documents, such as images and music, directly within the database. SQL Server 2008 delivers a rich set of integrated services that enable you to do more with your data such as query, search, synchronize, report, and analyze. Your data can be stored and accessed in your largest servers within the data center all the way down to desktops and mobile devices, enabling you to have control over your data no matter where it is stored.

SQL Server 2008 enables you to consume your data within custom applications developed using Microsoft .NET and Visual Studio and within your service-oriented architecture (SOA) and business process through Microsoft BizTalk Server while information workers can access data directly in the tools they use every day. SQL Server 2008 delivers a trusted, productive, and intelligent data platform for all your data needs.

Boost productivity with this HP Color LaserJet MFP series, ideal for sharing high-quality color printing across larger workgroups. In addition to print, copy, scan, fax capabilities, and advanced digital sending, this device delivers up to A3 format and up to 31 ppm and 41 ppm in color and black (A4). Exceptionally reliable and easy-to-install, use and manage, this MFP enables you to achieve excellent output quality.

Highlights of the HP Color LaserJet CM6030 MFP - multifunction ( printer / copier / scanner ) ( colour )

• Boost workgroup productivity with fast print speeds, more functionality and outstanding performance
• Exceptionally easy to use and manage with an intuitive design and touch screen control panel
• Achieve outstanding results with superior color accuracy and excellent output quality

The entry-level printer in the High Performance line, Zebra's 110XiIIIPlus is a true 4 inch (102 mm) performance printer. This hardworking printer is the one to call on for heavy-duty, industrial operations. The 110XiIIIPlus printer is available with either 4.09 inch (104 mm) or 3.2 inch (81 mm) widths. Choose the resolution that best meets your needs, either 200, 300, or 600 dpi (8, 12, or 23.5 dots per mm). When choosing resolution, note that 600 dpi (23.5 dots per mm) is only available with 3.2 inch (81 mm) width and 4 inch (102 mm) per second speed.

The 110XiIIIPlus printer is ideal for a variety of applications, including top-side and bottom-side circuit board labeling, product identification labels, serial plate labels, product labels, surgical tools and equipment, diagnostic kits, and vials and slides.

Imagine having an integrated solution that could provide shared storage for application servers, enhanced file serving for end-user clients, and data protection software to keep your data safe and secure; these are the key functions of HP All-in-One Storage and together, they allow businesses to lower costs, increase efficiencies, and respond to rapid data growth. HP StorageWorks All-in-One Storage System is radically simple, integrated, and affordable network storage solution that enables small and mid-size companies to easily manage, grow, and protect their data without requiring them to become storage experts. This system is designed to be deployed and managed by IT generalists with no storage expertise and delivers everything you need to lower the cost and complexity of rapidly growing data storage environments.

Canon's update to the wildly popular full frame EOS 5D is here, and it's better than ever. The EOS 5D Mark II has a stunning 21.1-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor with DIGIC 4 image processor, a vast ISO range of 100-6400, plus EOS technologies like auto lighting optimizer and peripheral illumination correction. It supports Live View shooting, Live View HD videos, and more. It can shoot up to 3.9 fps, has 9 AF points plus 6 AF assist points, a 98% coverage viewfinder, a 3.0-inch Clear View LCD and a rugged build.

Highlights of the Canon EOS 5D MK II - Body Only

• 21.1-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor
• 14-bit A/D conversion
• Wide range ISO setting of 100-6400
• Full HD video capture at 1920 x 1080 resolution
• DIGIC 4 image processor for faster processing of fine detail and color reproduction as well as reduced image noise
• High performance with 3.9 fps continuous shooting, shutter with a durability of 150,000 cycles and improved weather-resistant body
• Live View function for stills and video
• 3.0-inch Clear View LCD monitor with anti-reflective and scratch-resistant coatings
• Updated EOS integrated cleaning system specifically designed to work with a full-frame sensor

The HP StorageWorks Ultrium 448 tape drive represents HP's second generation of half-height LTO tape drive technology. As the highest capacity, highest performance half-height drive in the StorageWorks family, the Ultrium 448 delivers a compressed storage capacity of 400 GB per data cartridge, using LTO 2 media. The Ultrium 448 Tape Drive is fully read and write compatible with all first and second-generation Ultrium drives and media. These features combined with low pricing make the Ultrium 448 the ideal direct-attach and network backup solution for entry-level and midrange servers where capacity and low cost of ownership are critical.

Highlights of the HP Ultrium 448 Internal Tape Driv

• Value - Affordable tape capacity and performance: HP StorageWorks Ultrium 448 Tape Drive is lower cost and stores up to 400GB of data on a single data cartridge using 2:1 compression for increased performance. Reduces the costs associated with data protection by requiring fewer data cartridges to complete backups.
• Agility - Higher performance: Ultrium 448 Tape Drive 48MB/sec compressed data transfer rate allows customers to fill nearly half a terabyte of storage in 2.5 hours. Performance enhanced by HP's exclusive dynamic data rate matching feature which can match the throughput of the host — ranging from 8MB/sec to 24MB/sec (native).
• Simplicity - Half-height form factor: The Ultrium 448 Tape Drive has a half-height form factor, allowing for installation into all standard 5.25-inch media bays.
• Value - Investment Protection built in: Each HP Ultrium 448 Tape Drive ships with HP StorageWorks Data Protector Express Software Single Server Edition backup/recovery and the HP StorageWorks Data Protector Express Software Bare Metal Disaster Recovery option.
• Agility - Choice of models: Offering a choice of both SCSI and Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) models. New 3Gb/sec SAS interface allows direct connect to SAS-based servers via embedded SAS controller or SAS Host Bus Adapter.
• Agility - Server compatibility: SAS-based models qualified on HP ProLiant- SCSI-based models qualified on HP ProLiant, Integrity, 9000, NonStop, and AlphaServers platforms, as well as many servers from other vendors such as Dell, IBM, and Sun.
• Software Compatibility: extensive list of supported backup and archiving software applications from HP, CA, VERITAS, Yosemite, Legato, Tivoli, and many more
• Management and Diagnostics Software Included: Tape drive management, performance optimization, and troubleshooting are made simple using the HP StorageWorks Library and Tape Tools application that is included with the HP Ultrium 448 Tape Drive
• Value - Backup software included: Every HP Ultrium 448 Tape Drive ships with HP StorageWorks Data Protector Express Software Single Server Edition and the HP StorageWorks Data Protector Express Software Bare Metal Disaster Recovery option.
• One-Button Disaster Recovery (OBDR) Supported: Firmware-based disaster recovery feature that can restore an entire system using a single Ultrium 448 Tape Drive and data cartridge.

Sony's AIT-5 offers up to 400GB native capacity within a single 8mm cartridge and 24MB/s native data transfer rates, as well as WORM capability for enhanced data security. AIT-5 drives and automation set new AIT standards for capacity, reliability and performance, and offers backward read/write compatibility with AIT-3, AIT-3EX, and AIT-4.

HP StorageWorks MSL6000 Tape Libraries provide centralized backup in a single automated device, freeing valuable IT resources for more strategic work. These libraries are ideal for medium to large IT networks, with or without a storage area network (SAN), experiencing uncertain data growth. The MSL6000 Tape Libraries offer best-in-class tape technology including the HP StorageWorks Ultrium 960, SDLT 600 and Ultrium 460 tape drives. This portfolio of tape libraries offers a scalable, flexible, and manageable centralized tape backup solution that can grow with ever-changing backup and recovery needs, while reducing IT staff involvement.

The MSL6000 Tape Libraries will scale to larger configurations by enabling a single library to grow and change with capacity and technology as needs require. Not only will the MSL6000 Tape Library scale within the family, but it can also be scaled with MSL5000 Tape Libraries using a pass-through mechanism, for up to 16 drives and 240 slots. Ultrium 960, SDLT 600 and Ultrium 460 tape drives are available as upgrades to currently installed MSL5000 and MSL6000 Tape Libraries. With the MSL controller-based architecture, a direct-attach configuration can easily move to a SAN-based storage environment with only an interface card upgrade. The MSL6000 Tape Libraries are easily managed through an intuitive GUI-control panel and integrated remote web management, allowing simple management capabilities from any remote or on-site location.