PCQuest SMB Forum

The leading partner was APC. From a few computers to huge datacenters, APC has solutions for every need. In the recently concluded SMB series, APC showcased its product for small to mid-sized businesses.

Smart UPS —UXI Series

With ability to work with external batteries, this series is best suited for electrical loads like lights, fans, TVs etc; IT equipment load like computers, printers, servers, network equipment, and other electrical equipment like LCD TVs etc. The Smart-UPS series features a 16-segment LED display, extended range automatic voltage regulation (AVR), and pure sine wave output on battery. It has the capability to add external battery packs to scale runtime from minutes to hours. The entry level Smart-UPS UXI is an economical choice for small and medium businesses looking to protect small switches, networking devices and point-of-sale (POS) equipment. Other noticeable features of this series is the power factor of 0.9 which is highest in industry, life cycle of more than 5 years, 2 years warranty, and PowerChute software that enables automatic file saving and graceful shutdown of PC.

The other partner, Toshiba, showcased its latest e-STUDIO product line. It is the name given to Toshiba's new digital MFP (Multi-functional Peripherals) line of products based on latest technology like e-BRIDGE and includes features for security. The data stored on the disk can be optionally encrypted using 128 bit AES.

Toshiba e-STUDIO 255/305

This is a monochrome multifunctional peripheral that can perform black-and—white print, copy, fax and Color Scan. These set of devices boast of high value for pages per minute (ppm) with the 255 model capable of printing 25 pages in a minute and 305 model giving a speed of 30 ppm. The color scan can go up to 43 spm at 300dpi. These compact design models come with an 8.5” color LCD touch panel for easy navigation plus USB support for quick printing/scanning. The e-STUDIO 255 and 305 come with 3rd generation e-BRIDGE technology, which enhances productivity, security and document management. To reduce maintenance time this series comes with 'Easy Replaceable Unit design.'

Toshiba e-STUDIO 2820c/3520c/4520c

To complement above monochrome MFPs, this range of MFPs comes with color printing capability. These products give maximum color printing speed varying from 28 ppm to 45 ppm. For enhanced image quality and stability this series comes with e-TAIP technology which is Toshiba's advanced image processing technology. All the features of e-STUDIO255/305 series have also been included in this series, like USB support, e-BRIDGE technology etc.