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3. Positioning the Windows Client
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Sell where the value is clear
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Focus on terminal alternative
The best strategy in positioning the Windows Client is to focus
on its unsurpassed value as an alternative to terminals for new
systems and installed terminal upgrades. It is in this
application environment that the bundled terminal emulation
software and centralized administration benefits will be the
strongest selling points. Also, users aren't likely to need
local mass storage or expandability as they didn't have these
capabilities with terminals.
Exercise caution as PC replacement
Once a customer has bought into the value of the Windows Client
as a terminal alternative, it may be considered for other
applications where PC functionality is needed. It is best for
the customer to lead you into these areas, as there could be a
minefield of technical and emotional issues. Tread softly in
these areas, being careful not to position the Windows Client as
a fully functional PC replacement.
Areas in which the Windows Client might fit include client/server
applications which support diskless PCs and PC upgrade
environments where PCs are being used primarily as terminals. In
the case of client/server applications, be sure to influence
customers toward developing new applications that support the
Windows Client.
Sell HP text terminals for lowest possible cost per seat
If a customer isn't interested in moving forward from text
terminals, then sell them HP terminals - the HP 700/60 for the HP
9000 and HP 700/96 for the HP 3000. Terminals will continue to
offer the lowest possible price, and HP's terminals are very
competitive.
Figure 3.1. Windows Client Positioning
Positioning of Low Cost HP Clients
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Series 700 Text Terminals
The HP Series 700 Text Terminals are high quality display
terminals that offer the best choice to customers who require
basic terminal capabilities at the lowest possible cost per seat.
Windows Client
The HP Windows Client is a complete DOS/Windows client solution
that provides the best alternative to text terminals by
delivering 486 power, bundled terminal emulation software, access
to PC productivity and client/server applications, and the
central administration benefits of terminals at a price up to 40%
lower than comparably configured PCs.
X-terminals
The HP 700/RX is a complete family of color, grayscale, and
monochrome X-terminals that operate in multivendor environments
and deliver workstation X performance, centralized
administration, and unsurpassed ease of use at a price up to 40%
lower than comparable workstations.
Vectra PCs
The HP Vectra NI and MI Series PCs are full-function personal
computers designed for Advanced Professional Networked
environments that deliver the full range of Intel-486 processors,
support the full range of industry standard hardware (disk
drives, CD-ROM, etc.) and offer compatibility with the broad
range of industry standard software.
700/60 700/96 Windows 700/RX Vectra
Term Term Client 14ci 486/25NI
425SX X-term
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Text HP 9000 X X X (1)
Terminal (R2 Win) (X-term)
Appls
HP 3000 X X X (1)
(R2 Win) (HP-term)
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DOS/Windows Appls X (1) X
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X-Window Appls (1) X (1)
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U.S. 14" Mono $539 $715 $1,095 $1,717
List display (2)
14" Color $1,375 $1,995 $1,936
SVGA
display
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CSO Contract Lvg X X X X
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Notes:
1. Requires adding emulator at additional cost
2. Promotional price until 12/31/93; lower prices with system
menus
Comparing with HP Vectra PCs
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Windows Client is a better terminal alternative
The Windows Client was designed and is being marketed as the best
alternative to text terminals for new systems and installed base
upgrades. The Windows Client will change how customers think
about moving up from text terminals, as the path in the past was
to buy PCs. Advantages of the Window Client vs. Vectra include:
o Bundled Terminal Emulation/Networking Software - The Windows
Client comes with the software required for HP Block Mode and
DEC VT320/220/102/52 terminal emulations - plus the networking
software required to run these emulators across the network to
HP 3000s, HP 9000s, and other host systems. The list price of
the WRQ software is $1000!
o Central Administration - The Windows Client addresses MIS
concerns regarding moving to a PC environment by storing all
PC applications and data on the server, thereby simplifying PC
software management and improving data integrity and security.
In addition to better control, MIS will enjoy lower
installation and support costs.
o Lower solution cost - The focused, lower cost hardware design
of the Windows Client combined with the bundled software
results in a solution cost up to 40% less than comparably
configured HP Vectra PCs.
o Greater Reliability - The Windows Client is inherently more
reliable than PCs, primarily due to the elimination of local
disk drives.
o Contract Leverage and Higher Discounts - The HP Windows Client
offers contract leverage with CSO systems and discounts that
are greater than currently offered with PCs.
o Flexibility in Moving People - Windows Client users can be
relocated within the same network without having to move
equipment, thereby reducing moving costs.
Windows Client is worry-free for users
The Windows Client provides a silent, worry-free environment
which will enhance user productivity and job satisfaction. Users
will no longer need to worry about software compatibility,
keeping up with new software releases, or knowing how (or
remembering) to back up their hard disks. This will all be
handled by MIS! In addition, users will have the flexibility of
logging in from any Windows Client on the network and getting
access to their applications, data, and customized Windows
screen.
Unsophisticated users will particularly benefit, as they are paid
to run a focused set of applications, not to worry about the
client on their desktop. Sophisticated users will also benefit
as they can spend their time more productively once relieved of
PC administration responsibilities. These users will
particularly appreciate no longer needing to worry about local
hard disk failures.
HP Vectras for fully functional PCs
HP Vectra PCs continue to be an excellent solution for customers
who require a fully functional PC. Added functionality of Vectra
PCs include:
o Local Hard Disk - allows for standalone operation and user
independence. This will be required by customers using serial
connections, including modem connections from remote sites,
and by users who need to be able to continue working during a
server or network failure.
o Local Floppy Drive - allows users to load personal
applications and exchange data with portables/home computers.
This capability will be needed by many engineers and office
professionals.
o I/O Expandability - provides flexibility for adding
specialized cards for video, LAN interfaces, scanners,
multimedia, etc.
o More Powerful Processors - support for the full range of 486
processors (up to 66 MHz) and Pentium for performance needed
by power users.
o LAN Flexibility - support for a wider range of LAN
environments.
[NOTE: For large opportunities that require greater performance
or another LAN interface, check on future plans for the Windows
Client.]
Price comparisons are compelling
A primary differentiator for the Windows Client is its low
solution price for customers who needs the bundled terminal
emulation. As shown below, the Windows Client is LESS THAN HALF
the cost of a comparably configured Vectra PC.
[NOTE: A comparably configured diskless Vectra is close to the
cost of a Vectra with disks, as the customer must independently
purchase DOS/Windows and a mouse.]
Table 3.2. Solution Cost Comparison versus Vectra PCs
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Net price comparison without monitor(1)
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Windows Vectra 486VL Vectra 486NI
Client(3) (D3021A) (D2754A)
(C3401A)
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486/25SX with 4 MB $716 $1,097 $1,349
RAM, Local Bus Video,
DOS/Windows, mouse,
and disks (for Vectra
PCs)
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16 bit LAN Included $143 Included
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WRQ R2 Win/RNS(2) Included $370 $370
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$716 $1,610 $1,717
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Notes:
(1) Assumes average end-user discount of 20% for Windows Client,
10% for Vectras
(2) 50 user site license price for one emulator and networking
software
(3) Add for shared costs of server kit ($495 U.S. list) and
server resources, depending on environment and application
requirements; subtract cost saving from central
administration
Comparing with HP X-terminals
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Windows Client for text emulation
Customers who simply want to add multi-session, windowing, and
color capability to their text terminal application environments
should use the Windows Client. Compared to X-terminals, the
Windows Client offers a lower cost solution with a graphical user
interface that is more familiar to most commercial users. Since
the Windows Client runs DOS/Windows, terminal emulators, and
other applications locally using its 25 MHz 486 processor, users
can expect excellent performance.
X-emulators for Windows Client
Customers who want to use X-applications can use either an
X-terminal or a Windows Client running an X-emulator. There are
many PC-based X-emulators to choose from, including a new 32-bit
emulator from WRQ called Reflection X. A brief feature
comparison between the 700/RX and Windows Client is presented
below:
Table 3.3. Feature Comparison of Windows Client versus 700/RX
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Windows 700/RX
Client X-terminals
Model 425SX
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Performance (X stones) 20,000-30,000 52,000-93,000
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Maximum screen resolution 1024 x 768 1280 x 1024
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Color palette 800 x 600 256 256
1024 x 768 16 256
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Native operating environment MS-DOS/Windows X-Windows
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Graphical user interface Windows 3.1 VUE/MOTIF
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Target commercial environments
Given the X-window performance of 20,000 - 30,000 Xstones, the
Windows Client should be targeted at commercial environments
where the X-application is text-oriented. The ideal customer
will be primarily running text terminal emulation or
MS-DOS/Windows applications and need only casual access to a
commercial X-application. Graphics intensive X-applications
remain in the domain of X-terminals and UNIX workstations.
X-terminals for X-only environments
Customers who are running solely X-window applications should use
X-terminals or UNIX workstations. Compared to the Windows
Client, X-terminals offer better performance and a cleaner
solution at a competitive net cost.
Mixed DOS/Windows and X-Window environments
Customers running a mixed environment of MS-DOS/Windows and
X-Window applications should choose a client based on application
performance, screen resolution, and color palette requirements.
The Windows Client and X-terminals are both viable solutions for
price sensitive customers who don't require local mass storage or
expandability and who value the benefits of central
administration.
In general, the Windows Client will be preferred by customers who
need high performance when running MS-DOS/Windows applications
and X-terminals will be preferred by customers who need high
performance when running X-applications.
In some cases, customers will choose between the Windows Client
and X-terminals based upon which operating environment they want
to be running in native mode. These customers will choose based
upon plans for adding applications to the environment in the
future or decide simply based upon which operating environment
they feel more comfortable with. Customers who want to run
MS-DOS/Windows in native mode should choose the Windows Client.
Figure 3.2. Desktop Client Comparison
Sales Guide
July 1993
For Internal Use Only
HP Windows Client
Model 425SX
Chapter 3
Technical information in this document is subject to change
without notice.
(c)Copyright
Hewlett-Packard Company 1993
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