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HP XC Cluster Product Summary

Overview This white paper describes the HP XC Cluster, a family of integrated, scalable Linux clusters that combine XC System Software V2 with defined implementations of HP Cluster Platforms. A general overview of the HP XC Cluster is first discussed, providing basic system descriptions, benefits, and components. More detailed product information is then explained platform components, software, and services. This paper concludes by presenting a comprehensive portrayal of HP's leadership in HPC and Linux technology.

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Publisher	Hewlett-Packard	File Format	PDF, requires Acrobat Rdr 5
Date Published	November 2004	Downloads	211
Format	White Papers
Topics	Ethernet, Linux Server OS, Interfaces / Buses / I/Os

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Comment & Analysis

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Servers

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Quocirca's Straight Talking: Grid's a 'no-brainer'

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ZDNet UK

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ntl:Telewest Business

IBM Information Server Change Data Capture

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IBM

An examination of server consolidation: the trends that can drive efficiencies and help businesses gain a competitive edge

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IBM

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