IBM pushes blades for small, medium sized firms

BIG BLUE said it is making a big push into the small and medium sized business market by offering various products that take advantage of its blade offerings.

The firm has introduced a low price entry level networking switch, Windows management technology, and the Implementation Services Service Pack for Blade Center.

It is also offering a financing package for SMB customers.

The Server Connectivity Module for IBM Blade Center will cost $999, with the Service Pack costing $6,999. A System i management feature for Windows will cost $999 and be available in 10 days. µ

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