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Meridian Data CD Net Universal Servers
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Affordable, Network-Ready Workgroup CD Servers
Meridian Data's CD Net Universal workgroup servers offer cost-effective, high-performance CD-ROM sharing for NetWare, NT and UNIX networks. Universal servers are the ideal CD-ROM solution for departmental, small business, and school or library applications where ease of use and quick installation are important.
Easy Installation On Any Ethernet Network
Just plug it in, turn it on and choose your network settings. There's no need to load or configure software or hardware on either the network file servers or the workstation clients. CD Net Universal auto-detects network parameters and automatically configures itself into most departmental networks.
Attach Anywhere
Direct network connection to 10Mb Ethernet or optional 100Mb Fast Ethernet is built-in, so you can locate the CD Net Universal server where it makes the most sense to administrators and users.
Works with NetWare, Windows, OS/2 and UNIX
CD Net Universal servers are equally at home on NetWare, Windows, OS/2 or UNIX LANs. Users access CD-ROM collections as native NetWare volumes, NT or OS/2 shares or mountable NFS volumes. Connecting workstations is simple using the standard networking and drive mapping tools included with these networks, or use a WEB browser.
Universal Connectivity
CD Net Universal servers support multiple simultaneous protocols right out of the box, including TCP/IP, NetWare IPX, NetBIOS, NetBEUI, UDP/IP and HTTP.
Remote Management
Most configuration is automatic, however it's easy to change settings from any PC on the network using Windows-based or Web-based administration tools. CD Net Universal integrates with popular network management tools, supporting SNMP MIB-II and private enterprise MIB status reporting and configuration from a WEB browser.
Software updates are easy too. Update the 2MB of standard Flash memory locally or over the network using FTP.
Access Control
Optionally, CD Net Universal may be configured to restrict access by password at the user and group levels, or by simultaneous users.
Scalable Tower & Rack Mount Options
CD Net Universal servers are available in seven- or fourteen-drive locking towers, and seven-drive rack mounts. Tower cabinets feature a locking door that prevents unauthorized access to CD-ROM collections. The rack-mount version fits into standard 19" racks.
Quality and Support
Meridian Data pioneered CD-ROM server technology and has earned a reputation for good quality and excellent customer service. All CD Net Universal systems are backed by our Reliance Support Program, including three year warranty, toll-free hot line and World Wide Web home page. Extended coverage and other enhanced services are available.
| Server System | CD Net Universal | CD Net Universal 10/100 |
| Network Interface | 10Mb Ethernet using either RJ-45 connector (10-BASE-T) or AUI connector supporting either 10-BASE-2, 10-BASE-5 or Fiber connection via external transceiver (transceiver not included) | 100Mb or 10Mb Ethernet with RJ-45 connector (category 5 UTP) supporting 100-BASE-TX or 10-BASE-T (auto-sensing) |
| Maximum Number of CD-ROM Drives | seven or fourteen | seven |
| Supported Network Environments | Novell NetWare: 3.11, 3.12, 4.10 and 4.11; Microsoft: Windows NT, Windows 95, Windows for Workgroups, and LAN Manager version 1.3 and above; IBM OS/2: LAN Server version 1.3 and above; UNIX: NFS-compatible UNIX systems; Worldwide WEB: HTTP 1.0 and HTML 2.0 compatible browsers such as those provided by Netscape and Microsoft |
| CD-ROM Standards Supported | ISO 9660, High Sierra, Multi-session, Rock Ridge |
| Processor and Resident Software | 32-bit Embedded RISC CPU with 2MB FLASH Memory for program storage |
| RAM Cache | 2MB cache standard, expandable to 32MB |
| Network Logical Connections | Ethernet frame types IEEE 802.2, IEEE 802.3, SNAP, DIX and Ethernet II simultaneously |
| Network File System and Protocol Support | NetWare: NCP over IPX emulating both NDS and Bindery servers; Windows and OS/2: SMB over NetBIOS and TCP/IP, SMB over NetBIOS and NetBEUI; UNIX: NFS over UDP/IP, TCP, ARP, RARP, BOOTP, SNMP and FTP; WWW: HTTP over TCP/IP |
| Network Security | NetWare: supports encrypted passwords, NDS security handled automatically using standard NetWare NWAdmin tool, Bindery authenticates via file server; Windows and OS/2: share-level security; UNIX: NFS version 2, PCNFSD |
| Network Management | SNMP MIB-II and private enterprise MIB |
| Software Updates | locally or remotely via network using FTP over TCP/IP |
| Enclosures | Tower-7 | Tower-14 | Rack Mount |
| Configuration | tower with locking door supporting up to 7 half-height 5.25" drives | tower with locking door supporting up to 14 half-height 5.25" drives | 19" rack mount drawer supporting up to 7 half-height 5.25" drives |
| Dimensions (WxDxH, max.) | 23x41x41 cm
9.1x15.7x15.5 in |
23x46x66 cm
14x17.5x26.5 in |
52x53x22 cm (5U)
20.4x20.5x8.8 in |
| Weight (max.) | 22 kg (48 lbs) | 34 kg (75 lbs) | 27 kg (59 lbs) |
| Power Rating | 110/220 VAC, 50-60 Hz | 110/220 VAC, 50-60 Hz | 110/220 VAC, 50-60 Hz |
| Power Supply (watts) | 180 | 300 | 300 |
CD-ROM Drives
| Rated Speed | 24X |
Regulatory & Safety
| Compliance with Standards | UL Listed. Complies with FCC Class A. Certified to C-UL and CE. |
All systems contain:
CD Net® Universal system hardware
Manuals, product registration and warranty
card
Upgrade Options:
Cache memory up to 32MB, useful for Novell networks with more than 100 users