Fortune 32:16 
When the 32:16 was launched, Fortune Systems Corp. advertised that it was the first integrated Unix-based system for $5000. Actually, the cheaper version was a single floppy disc, single user system that was never sold. A practical small business multiuser configuation, called System 10, and including a 10 MB hard disk and 512 KB of RAM costed about $9000.
The system could support up to 4 four-port serial terminal controllers and several other peripheral controllers: storage modules, Parallel interfaces, high resolution graphic board and Ethernet network board. The keyboard was a close cousin of the Wang word-processing system one. Keys was well arranged and color coded. The system came with different hard-disk storage options, 5, 10, 20 or even 70 MB on latest models.
The Fortune 32:16 was a true multiuser multitasking Unix based system offering services that was a length ahead over CP/M's. However, both Unix and Fortune was new to most of the dealers and users. Fortune offered them training courses in hardware, operating system and application software.
A wide range of high quality business application software was available, as well as programming languages, like a very extended BASIC able to convert code written in other BASICs (AppleSoft, MBASIC, CBASIC, TRS-80 BASIC), PASCAL, FORTRAN 77, COBOL and, of course, C language.
The 32:16 was also built and sold in France by Thomson under the name of Micromega 32
The system could support up to 4 four-port serial terminal controllers and several other peripheral controllers: storage modules, Parallel interfaces, high resolution graphic board and Ethernet network board. The keyboard was a close cousin of the Wang word-processing system one. Keys was well arranged and color coded. The system came with different hard-disk storage options, 5, 10, 20 or even 70 MB on latest models.
The Fortune 32:16 was a true multiuser multitasking Unix based system offering services that was a length ahead over CP/M's. However, both Unix and Fortune was new to most of the dealers and users. Fortune offered them training courses in hardware, operating system and application software.
A wide range of high quality business application software was available, as well as programming languages, like a very extended BASIC able to convert code written in other BASICs (AppleSoft, MBASIC, CBASIC, TRS-80 BASIC), PASCAL, FORTRAN 77, COBOL and, of course, C language.
The 32:16 was also built and sold in France by Thomson under the name of Micromega 32
基本参数编辑本段回目录
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| NAME | 32:16 |
| MANUFACTURER | Fortune |
| TYPE | Professional Computer |
| ORIGIN | United Kingdom |
| YEAR | 1982 |
| BUILT IN LANGUAGE | None |
| KEYBOARD | Full-stroke 99 keys with numeric keypad and 16 function keys |
| CPU | Motorola 68000 |
| SPEED | 6 Mhz |
| RAM | from 256 KB, to 2 MB (4 x 256 KB + 1 MB) |
| ROM | unknown |
| TEXT MODES | 80 chars. x 24 lines |
| GRAPHIC MODES | optional High resolution graphic card |
| COLORS | Monochrome |
| SOUND | Beeper |
| SIZE / WEIGHT | Total system weight : 24 Kgs |
| I/O PORTS | External hard-disk unit, Serial RS232 (up to 16), monochrome display |
| BUILT IN MEDIA | One or two 5''1/4 800 KB FDD - Hard disk from 5 to 70 MB - optional tape unit |
| OS | Berkeley BSD 4.1 Unix |
| POWER SUPPLY | Built-in power supply unit |
| PERIPHERALS | External hard disk, cartridge tape, |
| PRICE | from $5000 to about $15000 according to hardware configuration |
Fortune 32:16 XP
Release Date: 1/1/1982Manufacturer:Fortune Systems Original Retail Price:
Adjusted Inflation Price: $14,995.00
$33,316.56* Donated By: Gord Guthrie The Fortune 32:16 series of machines was intended to bridge the gap between the personal computer and the "mini" computer. The model we have is considered to be at the higher end of the offerings, with the entire system (including software) costing almost $30,000. The machine runs UNIX and is capable of controlling multiple terminals. The expansion system shown here adds a streaming tape backup to the unit.
Adjusted Inflation Price: $14,995.00
$33,316.56* Donated By: Gord Guthrie The Fortune 32:16 series of machines was intended to bridge the gap between the personal computer and the "mini" computer. The model we have is considered to be at the higher end of the offerings, with the entire system (including software) costing almost $30,000. The machine runs UNIX and is capable of controlling multiple terminals. The expansion system shown here adds a streaming tape backup to the unit.
The system also includes various languages that were available to develop on. We have the complete sales brochure which will be available in our brochure section.
参考文献编辑本段回目录
http://www.old-computers.com/museum/computer.asp?st=1&c=767
http://www.trailingedge.com/comphave.html?theKey=fortune3216&byCompany=frqduwgwe
http://www.pcmuseum.ca/details.asp?id=583&type=Computer
http://www.trailingedge.com/comphave.html?theKey=fortune3216&byCompany=frqduwgwe
http://www.pcmuseum.ca/details.asp?id=583&type=Computer
