The PCLAN/Server 3100 is a complete, packaged LAN server system from Digital, engineered to provide PC integration, resource sharing, and network management. It is designed to be simple to install, configure, and manage without specialized networking training. Key features include:
- Integration: Supports up to 32 active PCs, with a growth path for larger networks by connecting multiple systems.
- Performance: Utilizes 32-bit CMOS technology and high-performance Ethernet networking for fast file access and data transfer.
- Software: Includes Digital's Personal Computing Systems Architecture (PCSA) Network Operating System for transparent access to shared files, applications, and printers.
- Utilities: Features PCMAIL for electronic mail communications and a menu-driven administrator utility for system management.
- Hardware Options: Offers various mass storage configurations (104 Mbytes up to 1.3 Gbytes) and supports standard industry networking protocols, ensuring investment protection.