Custom-Build Portable Computer with Dual-core Processor, PCI-Express Slots, and Four Drive Bays

Contemporary MicroSystems introduces the MPC-8000 lunchbox style portable computer for field service, testing and data acquisition professionals. The MPC-8000 offers a four drive bay system chassis that has an integrated LCD monitor and a fold-down keyboard. With room for an ATX form-factor motherboard, it offers a flexible platform to build your ultimate road warrior in mobile computing.

Arcadia, CA (PRWEB) September 1, 2006 -- Contemporary MicroSystems introduces the MPC-8000 lunchbox style portable computer to its line of field service, testing, and data acquisition computers.

The MPC-8000 is a customizable portable computer designed for mobile applications that require workstation-class computation with additional I/O functionality through expansion cards, and room for multiple data storage devices. It features a lunchbox style system enclosure that supports an industry standard ATX, Micro-ATX form factor motherboard, four storage device bays for hard drives and optical drives, a fold-down keyboard, a choice of 15" or 17" LCD monitor, and a 400 watt power supply. The MPC-8000 supports the latest dual-core processor technologies from Intel and AMD. And best of all, the MPC-8000 lets you customize you system with commercial-off-the-shelf PCI or PCI-Express add-on cards for advanced graphics and I/O capabilities.

The MPC-8000 chassis consists of a lightweight and durable aluminum alloy frame covered by a flame-retardant ABS plastic shell. The keyboard folds down and detaches from the system enclosure when in use. When you're transporting the system, the keyboard fold-up against the LCD monitor, protecting it from damage. There is a durable, rubber-clad carrying handle on the top that makes carrying the system easy. A padded carrying case with wheels and telescopic handle is included for long-distance transportation of the system. Add-on expansion cards are securely held down in their slots with hold-down clamps.

The MPC-8000 comes in base configurations with either Intel or AMD dual-core processors and 1 GB system memory. Integrated graphics controller, gigabit Ethernet, USB 2.0, SATA hard drive interface are standard. And if additional functionality or graphics processing power are required, there are PCI-Express and PCI slots to upgrade the system. Contemporary MicroSystems also offers an online system configurator that lets you custom-build your MPC-8000.

The MPC-8000 is available now. For additional information, visit: http://www.ipctechnology.com

About Contemporary MicroSystems:
Contemporary MicroSystems is a provider of industrial computing, automation and control products and solutions for the manufacturing and business sectors. Contemporary MicroSystems' line of products includes portable computers, rugged tablet PC, industrial rack mount LCD monitors, rack mount pull-out drawer with integral LCD monitor and keyboard, server management KVM console switch and industrial networking hardware.

These products are configured with host computer systems, human-machine interface, or general purpose server and workstations for production automation, process control, data acquisition, data storage in data centers and the factory floor.

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