From: paul@cgh.cgh.com (Paul Homchick)
Newsgroups: comp.sys.laptops
Subject: Re: AT&T/NCR Safari 3170?
Date: 11 Apr 92 14:58:04 GMT
Organization: Chimitt Gilman Homchick, Inc.

gkendall@ncr-mpd.FtCollins.NCR.COM (Guy Kendall) writes:
>I just read Byte magazines preview of the AT&T/NCR Safari 3170. It's an
>upgraded version of the Safari NSX20 that you might have heard about. I
>am looking for any information on these that the net has, especially
>if they are available and if not, when? 

I don't know anything about availability, but I did see the following
press release.  This looks like a very nice machine, but I'll bet it
costs a fortune.  Did the Byte article give any prices?

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SUBJECT:  Anncmt - NCR System 3170 Notebook Computer Introduced
DATE:  April 6, 1992
ARTIS FILE:  na15

               NEW NCR SYSTEM 3170 NOTEBOOK COMPUTER
          OFFERS LIGHTER WEIGHT, ENHANCED COMMUNICATIONS

     -- Allows Mobile Networked Computing Anytime, Anywhere --

     DAYTON, OHIO, April 6, 1992 -- NCR Corporation today expanded its
mobile computer product line with the introduction of the NCR System
3170 Notebook Computer.  The System 3170 is 30 percent lighter, 25
percent smaller, and 50 percent faster than its predecessor, the
industry-acclaimed NCR Safari NSX/20, and offers a comprehensive set
of mobile communications features to meet the needs of today's mobile
professional.

     The newest member of NCR's System 3000 family, the System 3170
leverages both Safari Systems' strength in mobile networked computing,
and NCR's vision of global enterprise-wide computing.  The System 3170
Notebook Computer (known before its introduction today as the Safari
SSL/25) merges Intel 386SLTM 25MHz computing speed and advanced mobile
communications into a stylish, ergonomically designed, easy-to-use,
4.9-pound package.  The System 3170 is designed for mobile sales and
service representatives, and professional services providers who
require feature-rich computing and powerful communications
capabilities both in and outside the office.

     "The NCR System 3170 Notebook Computer demonstrates the combined
strengths of NCR and AT&T as we meet the needs of today's enterprise
that extends beyond the office walls," said Patrick Reily, assistant
vice president, NCR's Notebook Computing Business Unit.  "The intent
is to provide mobile users with instant access to the most current
information -- any time, any place."

     The NCR System 3170 is available in two models: an 80MB disk
configuration with 2MB RAM and an integrated 2400/9600bps
data/fax/cellular modem; and a 120MB disk system with 4MB RAM with an
integrated 14,400/9600bps data/fax/ cellular modem.  The 3170 also
takes advantage of the emerging notebook expansion standard, PCMCIA
(supporting memory and I/O cards), with an integrated credit-card
expansion slot and a new integrated "FingerMouse" pointing device,
specially designed for use with this new system.  Mobile
Communications The NCR System 3170 provides mobile users immediate
access to information through its communications capabilities,
allowing users to send and receive wireless faxes and mail messages on
the go.  "Advanced communications capabilities will change the way
businesses do business, allowing people to manage their work in a way
that meets the needs of their professional and personal lives," Reily
added.  "The new System 3170 offers the capabilities today's
professionals need -- from the latest in modem technology to wireless
communications including cellular phones, alpha-numeric pagers and
Packet RF."

                         EXPANSION MANAGER

     Also new is an optional portable Expansion Manager, weighing less
than five pounds, that provides expansion either on the desktop or in
a battery- operated portable mode.  The System 3170 attaches to the
Expansion Manager so the combination can be carried as a single unit.
The 3170 Expansion Manager packs an outstanding design, full cable
management and flexibility in a lightweight portable package that
supports both AC and battery-powered operation.  The Expansion Manager
also offers an optional integrated RF Modem Kit and 3.5" CD-ROM Kit,
as well as a 3.5" floppy drive kit.  It also supports a full-size AT
expansion card slot.

                         STANDARD FEATURES

Standard features of the NCR System 3170 Notebook Computer include:

     .  Advanced communications capabilities
     .  Intel 386SLTM / 25MHz CPU with 64KB cache memory
     .  80 MB hard drive, 2 MB RAM
     .  9.5", VGA, page white, CCFT, edgelit display
     .  Full-function keyboard with integrated FingerMouse
     .  2400/9600bps data/fax/cellular-ready integrated modem
     .  Hot keys accessible from MS-Windows
     .  PCMCIA slot, PC card standard 2.0
     .  Small size -- 8.1" x 11" x 1.8", 160 cu. inches
     .  Light weight -- 4.9 pounds with one battery
     .  I/O: Serial, parallel, PS/2TM mini DIN (keyboard/keypad/mouse),
        FDD and VGA
     .  "Standard" connectors 
     .  1.44MB portable floppy drive (external)
     .  External bus for Expansion Manager

                         POWER MANAGEMENT

     The NCR System 3170's 12-ounce Nickel Cadmium battery pack
provides portable operation for up to three hours, and, with the use
of the system's "Suspend Mode," the battery life can be extended for
nearly one week.  A bridge battery is built into the system, allowing
batteries to be changed without turning off power or interrupting the
current application.  The unit offers uninterruptable power supply
(UPS) for added protection during AC operation.  The System 3170 also
offers three different power-saving modes, including Suspend Mode, the
lowest power consuming state in which all of the system's components
are powered down except RAM, preserving the entire state of the
system.

                            EASE OF USE

     Continuing the tradition of "plug and play," the NCR System 3170
comes standard with pre-loaded, pre-tested software already installed
on the hard drive, affording customers immediate use of the system
right out of the box.  Software programs include:

.  MS-DOSTM 5.0a -- comes with an on-line Help Utility

.  Microsoft WindowsTM 3.1  -- tailored for the System 3170, this version 
   provides improved cursor visibility, supports VGA on an external monitor, 
   provides enhanced power management and includes full on-line documentation

.  BitFax 2.0/SRR -- allows the user to send a fax from any Windows 
   application as easily as printing a document

.  AT&T Mail Access PLUS 2.3 for Windows -- electronic mail software which 
   allows access to AT&T Mail Service, an electronic mail facility

.  NCR System 3170 TourGuide -- a simple-to-use, icon-based tutorial that 
   appears automatically when the System 3170 is turned on for the first time 
   and provides a complete explanation of the system and its pre-loaded 
   software

.  Microsoft Productivity Pack -- an on-line guide to the Windows environment

.  Utilities -- four utilities are provided: Control Utility; Modem Diagnostic 
   Utility; Keyboard password Utility; and FingerMouse Speed Utility

                    SALES, SERVICE, AND SUPPORT

     The NCR System 3170 Notebook Computer is sold through the NCR
direct sales, distributor, value-added reseller, system integrator and
dealer channels.  NCR offers comprehensive service and support for the
System 3170, including a one-year warranty on hardware and software
and a hardware and software support hotline.  The richly configured
80MB model including standard hardware features and ease-of-use
software will begin shipping in April with a list price of $5,399.  In
addition, NCR provides extremely aggressive discount structures
through its direct and indirect sales channels.

The Networked Computing Resource of AT&T, develops, manufactures,
markets, supports and services enterprise-wide information systems for
worldwide markets.

                            #  #  #  #

NCR is a registered trademark of NCR Corporation.
386SL and 386 are trademarks of Intel Corporation.
MS-DOS and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
PS/2 is a trademark of IBM Corporation.

Pending FCC Class B approval on Expansion Manager and peripherals.

This Device has not been approved by the Federal Communications
Commission.  This device is not, and may not be, offered for sale or
lease, or sold or leased until the approval of the FCC has been
obtained.


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