The ultimate network PC

System Overview
Standard Features
Features & Benefits
Technical Specifications

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The information contained in these specifications was correct at the time of compilation.
May 10th, 1995

System Overview

The era of dumb terminals is over.

Network users expectations are much higher than ever before and so they rightly demand the best from their desktop network stations.

The rapid change from centralised processing to connected, localised power has created the need for the Apricot LS Pro network PC. This latest incarnation of the acclaimed LS Pro range is set to fulfil the new requirements - completely.

Less is Best

The first thing that this compact system will do is give you back more of your desktop. Using the latest integration technology, the LS Pro has a much smaller footprint than many of its contemporaries. The same technology also makes the LS Pro much more energy-efficient so whether you need one or one thousand, you will benefit from its frugal appetite for power.

Well Connected

Coming from a company that has shown leadership in the networked computing market for over a decade, the Apricot LS Pro is an agile network performer.

Full support is provided for Thin Wire and Twisted Pair Ethernet with the options of Thick Wire Ethernet or Token Ring available.

Solid Security

The LS Pro will not only improve your productivity, it will also make sure that your hard work does not go astray. Fitted as standard with LOC Technology the PC industry's most effective security system, the LS Pro will give a cold shoulder to all gate-crashers.

Sound Investment

The LS Pro is designed to provide everything needed to work more efficiently. The inclusion of Enhanced Business Audio as standard means that you are well equipped to use the increasing number of packages that incorporate audio functions. So whether you wish to voice annotate a memo or send an audio message across the network, you can rely on the LS Pro to provide the capability.

Standard Features

Mass Storage

1.44MB floppy drive
Selection of high speed IDE drives

Graphics

Local Bus Enhanced VGA graphics, 1MB or 2MB Video RAM

Integrated Network Architecture

Integrated 32-bit local bus network controller
Support for three types of Ethernet connection

Security

Apricot LOC Technology advanced access control system

Audio

Enhanced Business audio, fully MPC-compliant
16-bit output via integral amplified speaker

Expansion

PCMCIA Type 2 & 3 slots
One RS232 serial port & One parallel port

Peripherals

14", 15" or 17" low radiation monitors
Enhanced 102 keyboard
Microsoft mouse
Apricot Microphone

Features and Benefits

Plug & Go High Performance Networking

An embedded 32-bit bus master network controller is fitted to the LS Pro using the VL local bus to ensure rapid network performance. Quick and easy connection to all the major network standards is provided by Thin Ethernet and Twisted Pair Ethernet connectors at the rear of the system supported by a comprehensive range of high performance network drivers.

PCMCIA Expansion Sockets

Developed to serve the needs of mobile computing, the compact, low power advantages of PCMCIA cards are now providing the same benefits for desktop systems. Each LS Pro has two PCMCIA slots - one type 2 and one type 3. The variety and availability of industry-compatible PCMCIA options is now large and constantly expanding. Using the slots you could add a variety of functions to the LS Pro such as: Token Ring interface; removable mass storage; FAX / MODEM capabilities; flash memory; a SCSI interface or many other options.

MPC-Compliant Business Audio

Enhanced Business Audio capabilities form part of the base specification for all LS Pro models. The integrated sound controller complies fully with the Microsoft Multimedia Personal Computer (MPC) specification, ensuring full compatibility with a wide range of audio-rich business and entertainment software. Also supplied as standard is the unique Apricot microphone that clips neatly onto the keyboard, ready to receive your commands and comments.

Intel 486DX2-66 or 486DX4-100

Two processor options allow the level of performance to be exactly matched to the needs of every user. As requirements change, the system can be upgraded using the industry standard processor socket.

Apricot LOC Security

Keeping your work safe, not only from passing opportunists, but also from more determined attacks is a job for the Apricot LOC Technology security system. Optionally, the system will not respond until it receives a signal from the unique KeyLOC infra-red token card. Up to four users can be configured for each system, each with tailored parameters enabling restricted, timed access and the disabling of drives and I/O ports.

Video acceleration

The stunning video performance of the LS Pro models is made possible by the use of accelerated local bus video processors. Using the 32-bit local bus to couple each video accelerator to the main system processor ensures that even the most graphically intensive applications move like lightening.

High resolution 14", 15" and 17" Monitors

Each LS Pro is supplied with a choice of high resolution monitors that perfectly match the fast graphic capabilities of the systems. All monitor options meet and exceed the latest European standards for safety and emissions.

Industry-Standard

By adhering to the latest computer industry standards, Apricot engineers have ensured that the LS Pro can be easily upgraded with widely available components and peripherals.

Dedicated mouse port

A PS/2-compatible port is fitted specifically for use by the supplied mouse. This means that the standard serial port is free for use by other devices.

Stylish design

In this age of dreary desktop boxes, the low profile LS Pro provides a refreshing touch of practical elegance and style.

Technical Specifications

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