IBM 5324 COMPUTER ANNOUNCED Announcement Letter Number ZG82-0218 dated February 16, 1982 Europe Middle East Africa - Last Revised on February 22, 1982 Brief Description of Announcement, Charges, and Availability Customer Letter Section ***************************************************************** * * * IBM PRODUCT INFORMATION FEBRUARY 1982 * * * * IBM PRODUCT INFORMATION * * for Europe, the Middle East * * IBM PRODUCT INFORMATION and Africa. * * * ***************************************************************** * * * This document is provided as general customer information * * only. IBM products and services which are announced and * * available in your country can be ordered under the applicable * * standard agreements, terms, conditions and prices in effect * * at the time. For further information please contact your * * local IBM representative. * * * ***************************************************************** ================================================================= IBM 5324 COMPUTER ANNOUNCED ================================================================= The 5324 Computer is a system unit for the IBM System/23. It has been designed specifically to enhance operator comfort and convenience by providing for a flexible physical arrangement of the keyboard, display, and processor units to meet varying workstation requirements and includes height and tilt adjustments to satisfy individual operator preferences. There are three units basic to the 5324 Computer: o The 5324 Computer is a compact floor standing unit designed for convenience of use in an office environment. It is 660 mm high so that it may be located under or adjacent to most desks or tables. It contains the processor logic and memory, power supply, integrated diskettes (optional), and space for optional features. o The Display Module is a compact desktop unit containing the 1920 character display screen in a mounting that allows for easy vertical and tilt adjustments by the operator. The Display Module is cable connected to the 5324 Computer and has a small base allowing positioning flexibility for a variety of workstation requirements. o The Keyboard Module has a keyboard with a familiar typewriter like layout plus a numeric pad mounted in an adjustable base which provides a palm rest and space above the keys for keyboard aids. The adjustments on the base allow the keyboard angle to be modified to suit the operator preference. This unit is also cable connected to the 5324 Computer for maximum flexibility in positioning at the workstation. The 5324 Computer also has all of the functions features, and support of the previously announced System/23 processors. PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS: o Dual Workstation/Shared File architecture for growth and operating flexibility. o Functionally enhanced BASIC language. o Low cost printers providing speed and print quality options. o Flexible communications facility for either Asynchronous or Binary Synchronous communications. o Word Processing hardware and licensed program which provide a high function text and DP/WP merge processing capability. APPLICATION PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS: o Business accounting functions applicable to wide variety of industries. o Utilizes accounting terminology and information flow familiar to non-programmer accounting personnel. o Uniform file definitions simplify application additions including BRADS III and Word Processing. o Built-in auditability and control characteristics. o BRADS III provides the non-programmer a powerful tool for customizing applications or reports. Customer Support Highlights: o Friendly, multi-color documentation written for first time users. o Self-teaching "Learning" manuals and machine exercise diskettes which encourage customer self-sufficiency. o Customer Support Function diskettes to simplify start up and operation. o 5110/5120 BASIC application program conversion to System/23 simplified by licensed program. SYSTEM COMPONENTS: The System/23 is comprised of the following components which can be combined: o IBM 5324 Computer-integrated diskette capability, 1920 character display (24 x 80), main storage, secondary storage attachment, communication feature, additional printer attachment and integral interpretive language (BASIC). o 5241/5242 Printers-80/160 CPS matrix printed output; the 5242 Model 2 has the additional capability for 40 CPS high density, high quality matrix printing. o 5246 Diskette Unit contains up to two drives of 1.1 MB each. Models 021 and 022 can be attached to two 5324 Computers for file-sharing capability. 5246 DISKETTE UNIT: The 5246 Diskette Unit provides for optional additional capacity storage for data and programs and provides for dual workstation 5324 Computer configurations. Each 5246 may have two diskette drives with up to a total of 2.2 megabytes capacity. 5241 AND 5242 PRINTERS: Each 5324 Computer may attach up to two of the new 5241 or 5242 table top impact matrix printers in any combination. The first printer attachment is standard and the second printer attachment is an optional feature. Either attachment may be used with a 5241 or 5242 Printer. The 5241 provides printing speeds of 80 characters per second and the 5242 provides 160 characters per second. In addition, the 5242 Model 2 provides the capability of quality printing at 40 cps. Quality print provides additional matrix dots per character and is suitable for applications such as letter writing which require typewriter-like quality. DELIVERY: Plant shipments of the Data Processing Models (1XX) of the 5324 will begin in April, 1982. Deliveries of the Data and Word Processing Models (4XX) begin in June, 1982. Shipping dates will be assigned sequentially. Orders involving multiple units are subject to an extension of schedules. A published delivery schedule will be established, and initial schedules will be assigned within 45 days of initial order entry. MESs: MES orders for field installation of features and model upgrades will be accepted immediately. Shipping schedules will be acknowledged within 30 days of receipt of the MES in the plant. First customer shipment of the MES will begin 60 days after first customer shipment of the feature(s) or model being ordered. MODEL UPGRADES: All model upgrades are field installable. DATA SECURITY/INTEGRITY: Responsibility for the protection of data from unauthorized or accidental modification, destruction, or disclosure lies with the customer. However, the System/23, in conjunction with programming support, offers built-in characteristics to assist the customer in achieving a level of protection appropriate to his needs. These characteristics include: o Language facilities to prevent inadvertent modifications of data and programs. o Customer Support Functions provide the means to achieve file backup. o Programming techniques are available which prevent critical data from appearing on the CRT screen or the printer. o Removable diskette media (for storage in a secure area). o Station Address and Terminal Identification is provided for systems which operate in certain communications environments. o Block checking is performed on all data transmitted or received over BSC communications channels. o Modem disconnect safeguards are provided. Additional guidance and consideration concerning the user's approach to data security may be obtained in several IBM publications, such as Considerations of Data Security in a Computer Environment, G620-2169 and IBM Data Security Study, G320-1370 through G320-1376. INTERNATIONAL ORDER REQUEST OPTION: The International Order Request Option is available for the System/23. PRICES: For all local prices, contact your IBM Marketing Representative. PILOT TEST PLAN: A Pilot Test Plan is available under the "Agreement for IBM Machine Service - Pilot Test Plan": Duration base test period: 3 months Maximum number of possible extensions, 1 Purchase Option/Pilot Test Plan: 70% VOLUME PURCHASE: The 5324 Computer will be considered a Category A Machine under the Volume Purchase Amendment. TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Per Call: 2 Machine Group: D Warranty: B Customer Setup: The IBM System/23 has been designed with ease of customer setup and relocation in mind. Step-by-step instructions, packaged in the shipping container, will enable the customer to set up and check out his equipment immediately upon arrival without CE assistance. PUBLICATIONS SUPPORT: The following English language publications are available from Copenhagen. Country Literature Coordinators can provide appropriate form numbers for the various translated versions. Introducing System/23 GA34-0106 System/23 Setup Instructions SA34-0186* Operator Reference SA34-0108* BASIC Language Reference Manual SA34-0109 Quick Reference SA34-0110 Learning to Use System/23 SA34-0134* System/23 Messages SA34-0141* Customer Support Functions SA34-0175, 0176* Learning System/23 BASIC SA34-0120** Keyboard Aid SX34-0051* * Included with 5324 ship group. ** Includes SA34-0121 through SA34-0127 and a binder. Manuals may be ordered separately.