(Click for larger view of Matrox EpicA TC4)Multi-headed systems have become popular for graphics-intensive applications in which user interface components are easily compartmentalized, Matrox notes, citing CAD (computer-aided design) and GIS (geographic information systems) applications as examples. However, few if any network computers to date have supported multiple screens.
Typical usage examples
LC4, LC2, & LC2-Lite
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The EpicA family includes:
- TC4
- Four monitors
- 128MB of graphics memory
- WWWWXGA (6400 x 1200) resolution
- TC2
- Two monitors
- 64MB of graphics memory
- 4096 x 1536 resolution
- TC2-Lite
- Two monitors
- 32MB of graphics memory
- WWXGA (3200 x 1200) resolution
The EpicA cards come with foot-long adapter cables terminated by DVI connectors that, with user-supplied DVI cables, can be used to attach digital monitors. The cards come with DVI-to-VGA adapter cables, to attach analog monitors.
The passively cooled EpicA cards feature low power consumption, and are normal PCI cards that should work in most any PC or PCI-equiped thin client, Matrox says. The cards support Matrox's server-based software for managing multi-display configurations in remote sessions, according to the company.
In addition to Windows drivers, binary-only drivers are also available for Linux, according to Matrox.
Samuel Recine, Matrox's business development manager, stated, "EpicA series represents our continuing effort to bring reliable, high-quality, Matrox multi-display solutions to a wider variety of professional systems."
AvailabilityMatrox says EpicA cards are available now, through its authorized reseller channel. Pricing was not disclosed.
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