DEC has boosted the power of its Model 3100 VAXstation line with two new models using the latest 60nS cycle CMOS version of its CVAX processor, already used in the faster MicroVAX models. The new Model 38 and 48 systems join the 90nS Models 30 and 40, adding 30% more compute power at a 12% to 15% higher price. Prices range from UKP9,000 for the Model 38 up to UKP30,000 for a fully configured Model 48 – available immediately. The company rates the 38 and 48 at 5.1 VAX MIPS against 3.7 VAX MIPS for the 30 and 40. The older models, with prices starting from UKP6,000, continue to be available. DEC is also offering real-time versions of the Model 30 and Model 38 that include the VAXeln real time operating system. And DEC added to its peripheral options for both the VAXstation and DECstation ranges with a new disk drive and monitor. The RZ56 is a 665Mb 5.25 SCSI drive, packaged in a Model 40 cabinet in one or two disk configurations from UKP7,000. The VR297 monitor, based on Sony Trinitron technology, is a 16 colour monitor costing UKP2,800.
