DEC-PCLAN-Server3100

The PCLAN/Server 3100 is a packaged LAN server by Digital designed to integrate personal computers (PCs) into a single, high-performance network, maximizing productivity through shared data, applications, and resources. It's ideal for integrating up to 32 active PCs, with the capability to connect multiple PCLAN/Server 3100 systems for virtually unlimited local (LAN) and wide area (WAN) communications.

Key features and benefits include:

• Performance & Technology: Based on Digital's 32-bit CMOS technology and Ethernet networking, offering 2.4 times the CPU performance of previous systems and extensive disk storage (104 Mbytes to 1.3 Gbytes) and system memory (8 to 32 Mbytes).
• Comprehensive PC Integration: Leverages Digital's DECnet and Personal Computing Systems Architecture (PCSA) to provide transparent access to server-based files and applications, print services, and electronic mail (PCMAIL). It also connects to other VAX/VMS, UNIX, and IBM mainframe systems.
• Ease of Use: Features menu-driven installation, configuration, and management software, making it simple to operate even for users with only MS-DOS experience and no special networking training.
• Scalability & Investment Protection: Designed for incremental growth without disrupting the existing network, supporting various network environments (DECnet/OSI, SNA Gateway, X.25), and adhering to industry standards (Ethernet 802.3, MS-Net, NETBIOS) to protect future investments.
• Security & Management: Offers large-system security capabilities for PC data and tools for managing client connections, resources, and application usage.

The PCLAN/Server 3100 aims to provide a robust, easy-to-manage, and scalable networking solution for businesses looking to enhance PC productivity and ensure future growth.