Sybase products which are version 11 or later are year 2000 compliant. The year 2000 potential point of risk, however small, is the software used to monitor or control the networking equipment. This software makes calls to the platform where it is installed and consequently, any problems that may result would be due to the operating system of that particular platform. Stanford does not purchase maintenance support for hardware products. Usually, one additional unit is purchased and then used for parts when needed.
Software maintenance is purchased for the network monitoring and controlling equipment.
If any issues should arise with the year 2000, these would be covered by software updates. Stanford uses mainly two types of networking equipment. Each has a web page to discuss their products year 2000 compliance. This system is used at Stanford to log and respond, in a timely manner to help desk calls for computer related assistance. This product is used for chemical inventory, regulatory management and reporting.