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From: dal@gcm (Dan Lorenzini)
Newsgroups: comp.arch
Subject: Request for info on Mini-super computers
Message-ID: <455@white.gcm>
Date: 27 Apr 88 22:37:44 GMT
Organization: Greenwich Capital Markets, Greenwich, CT
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We are looking at various mini-super (as opposed to super-mini)
machines to be a "compute server" on our network of Suns.  We want a
lot of number-crunching power and straightforward interfacing with
workstation-based programs.  The following machines may fit our
requirements:

	Alliant
	Convex
	Multiflow
	Ardent
	Stellar

Does anyone have comparisons of some or all of these, or perhaps some
experiences or opinions?  If so, I would appreciate hearing from you.
Alternative suggestions are also welcome.  I will summarize if there is
sufficient interest.  Thanks.

Dan Lorenzini
Greenwich Capital Markets
uunet!philabs!gcm!dal
(203) 625-2740