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Product Datasheet
System Overview

Features and Benefits

Technical Specifications

Ls550.gif (74265 bytes) Features
  • 180 or 200MHz Pentium Pro Processors
  • Large capacity, high performance E-IDE hard disk
  • Fast access EDO ECC RAM
  • 256Kb on-chip L2 cache
  • Pre-installed 3Com Ethernet card
  • High performance 64-bit PCI graphic accelerators
  • Wide choice of configurations from entry level to high specification
  • Power-saving standby mode with fast recovery
  • SoundBlaster Vibra-16 for industry standard business audio
  • Optional 10/100Mbit/sec Ethernet card
  • UK Built
  • DMI compliant

System Overview


The LS550 range from Apricot meets all the needs of the corporate or volume business user. Fully specified, with the very latest Pentium Pro processors, hard disks and advanced memory technology, every LS550 is designed to offer the widest possible choice of price and specification - so that you can put exactly the right model on each desktop, with no limits on processing power, speed, capacity or performance.

One of the LS550's most important features is it's fully-integrated networking facility. This means that every model in the LS550 range is available with a choice of 10 or 100Mbit/s ethernet technology pre-installed, ready to run. High quality business audio is another standard feature, ready to exploit the new technologies of voice messaging and other audio applications. With the in-built CD-ROM the LS550 is also a state-of-the-art multimedia machine, ready to unleash the potential of the latest, most demanding software.

Pick a Pentium Pro

With the LS550, you can choose precisely the processor you need. For maximum performance, suited for true 32-bit operating systems and applications, the latest Pentium Pro processors are ideal. Available with clock speeds of 180 and 200MHz these systems are at the leading edge of personal computing performance.

Ready to network

The LS550 computer has a market-leading 3Com ISA standard Ethernet card already installed and ready to connect. Whether you are using thick, thin or UTP cable, you can literally "plug and go". You also have the option of a 3Com PCI 10/100 auto-sensing Ethernet card, for optimum performance with current 10 Mbit/sec networks and guaranteed upgradeability to the emerging 100Mbit/sec network. For corporates with investment in other NIC's, LS550 systems can be supplied without a network card, allowing integration with Token Ring and other networking technologies

Faster than ever

With every new development in software, the demands placed on the computer's resources increase. The LS550 range has been designed to meet all these needs - and more.

Pentium Pro models include DIMM memory technology, utilising high specification 60nS parts and benefiting from an advanced four-way interleave configuration, this provides a memory sub-system that has been designed specifically for the demands of Pentium Pro CPUs.

Sounds good

All models incorporate integrated SoundBlaster Vibra-16 audio from the market leader Creative Labs. Coupled with the high speed Sony CD-ROM, you can now have the benefit of high quality business audio through the unit's built-in speaker, or, for maximum quality through external speakers.

STANDARD FEATURES
Mass Storage
1.44MB floppy drive
Choice of high speed IDE hard drives

Graphics
64-bit PCI bus enhanced VGA graphics

Pre-installed Software
Windows NT Workstation

Expansion
Multiple PCI and ISA expansion slots
Dual high speed serial ports
Parallel port
Socketed video memory

Peripherals
14", 15", 17" or 21" high resolution monitors
Enhanced 102 key keyboard
Two button mouse


Features and Benefits

The LS550 Pentium Pro systems offer the ultimate in performance, with multimedia features and network connectivity as standard.
Matrox Millennium accelerated PCI graphics controller with 2MB/4MB WRAM 64-bit PCI bus-master graphics accelerator optimised for Windows power users provides industry's highest performance levels.

Refresh rates up to 200Mhz allow flicker-free images.

Up to 16.7Million colours (true-colour) in all system configurations allows correct colour matching for desk top publishing and graphical applications

Full range of drivers ensures maximum operating system choice.

Resolutions up to 1600 x 1200 for improved clarity.

Intel 450GX PCIset Optimized architecture for workstations and high-performance desktops, improves system throughput.

4-way memory interleaving ensures scalability of performance

ECC DIMM Memory support 60ns ECC DIMM RAM provides higher performance levels than traditional Fast Page RAM.
32MB RAM as standard Sufficient memory for today's memory hungry GUI operating systems.
Pentium Pro Processor options Choice of 180MHz or 200MHz processors allows selection of most cost effective system for each user.

On-chip 256KB level 2 cache improves performance

Intel Socket 8 Support for future revisions of Pentium Pro processors, providing easy upgrade path
Large, fast access HDD High performance Quantum 2.1GB or 3.2GB hard disk provides sufficient storage for today's data-rich applications.
Metal case with keylock and security loop Acts as deterrent to component theft and ensures that all hardware in your system remains secure.
Software security Access to system and BIOS Setup can be limited by password control to prevent unauthorised use.

FD access can be disabled to prevent removal of data or virus infection.

5x5 desktop chassis 5 slot, 5 bay configuration allows scope for future system expansion
PCI and ISA expansion Allows use of industry standard ISA and 32-bit PCI expansion cards offering increased upgrade flexibility.
Parallel ECP/EPP Parallel port provides hi-performance bi-directional communication with intelligent printers.
Dual Serial ports 16550 UART allows high speed serial conections.
PS/2 Mouse port Dedicated mouse port ensures that both serial ports are available for use.
Plug and Play Easier upgrade path with reduced support costs.
X8 speed CD-ROM Faster and sustained access to CD-ROM data; essential for smooth multimedia and video playback.
Integrated 3Com Network interface Pre-installed 10/100Mbit network interface allows automatic sensing of network speed, increasing performance and reducing support costs
Creative Labs Vibra16 SoundBlaster industry standard 16-bit audio provides high quality sound through the systems internal speaker.
Microsoft Windows NT 4 operating system Enhancements in Windows NT take advantage of certain advanced features in the Intel processors, which enable applications to run faster and improve manageability of servers and desktop systems
The Apricot LS series meets the needs of the corporate user by providing integrated networking from industry leader 3Com, business audio and the highest level of performances as standard.

With Windows NT winning increasing acceptance as the corporate desktop environment of choice, the Apricot LS series provides a platform which has the power and robustness to match.

The complete LS model range encompasses low cost network ready systems, highly integrated Pentium PC's and high-end Pentium Pro based network workstations in a range of chassis formats allowing the correct combination of price, performance, and profile to be available for each network requirement.


Technical Specifications

Processor (6180 Models)
Type Pentium Pro
Clock speed (Internal) 180MHz
Clock speed (External) 60MHz
Internal cache 2x8KB
Coprocessor Integral
Data/address bus 64/32-bits
CPU socket type 387-pin ZIF (Type 8)
iCOMP Index 2.0 197
Core Logic chipset Intel 450GX PCIset
Processor (6200 Models)
Type Pentium Pro
Clock speed (Internal) 200MHz
Clock speed (External) 66MHz
Internal cache 2x8KB
Coprocessor Integral
Data/address bus 64/32-bits
CPU socket type 387-pin ZIF (Type 8)
iCOMP Index 2.0 220
Core Logic chipset Intel 450GX PCIset
Level 2 cache (All Models)
Supplied 256KB on-chip
Maximum 256KB
RAM (All Models)
Supplied 32MB
Maximum 512MB
Type 72-bit EDO ECC DIMM
Speed 60ns
Fitted RAM location Motherboard
Parity None
Sockets: total 4
free 3
Sizes supported 16, 32, 64 & 128MB*
*Additional DIMM modules must be of equal capacity to existing modules. Supported options are 1, 2, or 4 DIMMs.
Graphics (6180 Models)
Controller Matrox Millennium
Interface PCI Local Bus
Location PCI expansion
Video memory: supplied 2MB
max 4MB
type WRAM
Max N.I. resolution @ 2MB 1600 x 1200 (256 colours)
Max N.I. resolution @ 4MB 1600 x 1200 (65k colours)
Max N.I. colours @ 2MB 16.7 million (800 x 600)
Max N.I. colours @ 4MB 16.7 million (1024 x 768)
Max vertical refresh rate 200Hz (800 x 600)
Graphics (6200 Models)
Controller Matrox Millennium
Interface PCI Local Bus
Location PCI expansion
Video memory: supplied 4MB
max 4MB
type WRAM
Max N.I. resolution @ 4MB 1600 x 1200 (65k colours)
Max N.I. colours @ 4MB 16.7 million (1024 x 768)
Max vertical refresh rate 200Hz (800 x 600)
Hard Drives Options (All Models)
Capacity 2.1GB
Type E-IDE
Average access 10.5ms
Track to track seek 3ms
Burst data rate 11.2MB/s
Cache 128KB
MTBF 400 000 poh
Capacity 3.2GB
Type E-IDE
Average access 10.5ms
Track to track seek 3ms
Burst data rate 11.2MB/s
Cache 128KB
MTBF 400 000 poh
CD-ROM (All Models*)
Type CDU311-10
Rotational speed x8
AV access 160ms
Transfer rate 1200KB/s
Networking (All Models)
10Mbit models 3C509B combo
Bus ISA
Media 10-base 2 (BNC)
10-base 5 (AUI)
10-base T (UTP)
Transfer rate 10Mbit/s
Standard interface 3C595TX
Bus PCI
Media 10-base T (UTP)
Transfer rate 10/100Mbit/s auto sensing
Audio (All Models)
Type SoundBlaster Vibra-16CL
Location ISA expansion
Ports Microphone, line-in,
speaker-out, line-out,
game port
Speakers Single internal,
optional external
Expansion* (All Models)
Total slots 5 1/2
PCI 2 full length
ISA 1 half and 1 full length
*Audio card uses one half length ISA slot.
*Network card uses one half length slot.
*Video card uses one half length PCI slot.
Security (All Models)
Technology BIOS Level Security
Access control Power On/
CMOS Setup Password
FD Access, Virus Detection
Hardware Case lock & security loop
ROM (All Models)
Size 4Mbit
Type Flash ROM
Shadowable Yes
I/O ports (All Models)
Serial: quantity 2 (16550 compliant)
connectors 2 x 9-pin D-SUB
Parallel: quantity 1
type ECP/EPP compliant
Dual channel PCI bus EIDE controller
ATA IDE standard Mode 4
Connector type 40-pin
Max data transfer 16.6MB/s
Keyboard type PS/2
Mouse type PS/2
Power supply (All Models)
Rating (constant) 180W
Type Switched mode
Voltage setting External switch
Voltage input range (AC) 100-127V & 200-240V
Frequency input range 50-60Hz
Max loads: +5V 23A
+12V 4.5A
-12V 0.5A
External connectors IEC in / IEC out
Floppy drive (All Models)
Type/capacity 3.5"/1.44MB
Controller Embedded
System Dimensions (All Models)
Width x depth x height 440 x 400 x 120mm
Weight 10Kg
Warranty (All Models)
Standard cover
(UK mainland only)
3 year limited warranty (1st year on-site, 2nd & 3rd parts only); Monitor one year on-site only
Preloaded Software (All Models)
Operating System
(UK mainland only)
Windows NT Workstation
Environmental (All Models)
Temperature (operating) +10 to +35 degrees C
Temperature (non-op.) 0 to +55 degrees C
R. humidity (operating) 20 to 80%
R. humidity (non-op.) 20 to 80%
Approvals (All Models)
These products comply with the following European Directives:
EN73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive (EN60950)
EN89/336/EEC EMC Directive (EN55022, etc.)
EN93/68/EEC CE Marking Directive
And are designed to meet International standards for:-
Safety: UL1950
EMC: VCCI 1 or 2
Keyboard (All Models)
Keys/buttons 102
Interface PS/2
Cable length 3m
Dimensions: w x d x h 465 x 170 x 45mm
weight 1.4Kg
Mouse (All Models)
Keys/buttons 2
Interface PS/2
Resolution 400dpi
Cable length 1.85m
Dimensions: w x d x h 60 x 113 x 34mm
weight 130g
Monitors
Value Range 14" SVGAe 15" FST EVGAe 17" FST EVGAe
Product Code XJ54137 XJ54748 XJ57560
Standard SVGAe EVGAe EVGAe
CRT type Anti-glare/static FST anti-glare/static FST dynamic focus,
black tinted black tinted anti-glare/static
black tinted
Display area 260 x 190 (+/-3mm) 270 x 203 (+/-3mm) 305 x 230 (+/-3.5mm)
Dot pitch 0.28mm 0.28mm 0.28mm
Phosphor P22 P22 P22
Video input Analogue RGB Analogue RGB Analogue RGB
Max. video bandwidth 65MHz 110MHz 110MHz
Max. res. x vert freq 1024 x 768 @ 60Hz 1280 x 1024 @ 60Hz 1280 x 1024 @ 60Hz
(non-interlaced) 800 x 600 @ 75Hz 1024 x 768 @ 75Hz 1024 x 768 @ 75Hz
Power: full operation 80W 100W 120W
standby <25W <30W <30W
active off <5W <5W <5W
Power Supply 220-240V 220-240V 220-250V
Power management VESA DPMS support for EPA compliance VESA DPMS support for EPA compliance VESA DPMS support for EPA compliance
EMI/RFI approvals CE mark compliant CE mark compliant CE mark compliant
MPRII MPRII MPRII
TCO '92 support No No No
DDC1 / DDC 2B support No No No
Safety approvals EN60-950 EN60-950 EN60-950
Dimensions: w x d x h (mm) 351 x 384 x 327 361 x 382 x 345 411 x 480 x 380
weight 12Kg 14Kg 23Kg
Professional Range 15" Diamond Scan HX 17" Diamond Scan HX 21" Diamond Pro TX
Product Code XJ57553 XJ56907 XJ55927
Standard EVGAe EVGAe EVGAe
CRT type Anti-glare/static FST anti-glare/static Diamondtron
INVAR mask INVAR mask dark tint, anti-glare/static
Display area 260 x 195 (+/-3mm) 300 x 225 (+/-3.5mm) 380 x 285 (+/-4mm)
Dot pitch 0.28mm 0.26mm 0.30mm
Phosphor P22 P22 P22
Video input Analogue RGB Analogue RGB Analogue RGB
Max. video bandwidth 100MHz 135MHz 180MHz
Max. res. x vert freq 1280 x 1024 @ 60Hz 1600 x 1200 @ 60Hz 1600 x 1200 @ 75Hz
(non-interlaced) 1024 x 768 @ 75Hz 1280 x 1024 @ 75Hz
Power: full operation 95W 125W 165W
standby <15W <15W <30W
active off <8W <8W <11W
Power Supply 100-120V, 220-240V 100-120V, 220-240V 100-120V, 220-240V
Power management VESA DPMS support for EPA compliance VESA DPMS support for EPA compliance VESA DPMS support for EPA compliance
EMI/RFI approvals CE mark compliant CE mark compliant CE mark compliant
MPRII MPRII MPRII
TCO '92 support Yes Yes Yes
DDC1 / DDC 2B support Yes Yes Yes
Safety approvals EN60-950 EN60-950 EN60-950
Dimensions: w x d x h (mm) 364 x 389 x 357 410 x 425 x 409 500 x 488 x 490
weight 14Kg 20.5Kg 35Kg

Apricot Computers Limited, is also represented by independent Resellers in many countries throughout: Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Far East. For details, contact Apricot International Division. Telephone: +44 121 717 7171. Some peripheral products are brought in and sold on by Apricot from organisations which may not have BS5750 registration.

Apricot Computers Limited and/or Apricot Systems Centre terms and conditions of trading apply. Apricot reserves the right to alter specifications without prior notice. Details of all registered trademarks are available on request. While Apricot makes every endeavour, not all add-in features on its systems will be supported by all subsequent releases of add-in cards and peripherals.

Specifications and options may vary from country to country.

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