CH> For a 25 user network, a 166 is overkill. But you didn't mention
CH> what else will be running on it like email, backup software,
CH> incredibly memory and processor hungry programs like landesk and
CH> landesk virus protect. Even with these, a machine built as a server
CH> like the Compaq proliant or the Prosignia 300 or 500 would be fine
CH> with a 100 or 120.
With Compaq's recent price cuts, the 150 is only slightly more than the 120,
and the 100 is no longer available. I've never seen the processor
utilitization on this 150 go higher than about 15%, but PCI SCSI and Netflex
cards and just running print services are why.
Jeff
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