Products - Microarray Instruments - BioBlue Computer

Sophisticated high-speed computer designed to meet the most demanding computational needs of microarray researchers.

Figure 1. BioBlue Bioinformatics Computer viewed from the rear of the instrument. The BioBlue offers ultra-high speed computing performance in a compact design with convenient connectivity.

The deluge of advertising by PC manufacturers reminds us that computer performance is increasing every year. There are a number of over-hyped products that occlude the fact that significant advance require a system upgrade. Many upgrades are often much more technical than processor speed increments and are not easy to implement using commercial products.

A high-speed personal computer is a critical partner in bioinformatics and technological advances that increase performance provide a scientific advantage. ArrayIt® invests considerably in research and development to "push the envelope" on PC performance, and provides this information to customers at an affordable price through its BioBlue line of computers.

Our BioBlue product line undergoes upgrading on a continuous basis as computer technology advances. Our products contain the most recent top of the line computer hardware available to meet the demanding needs of the microarray field.

BioBlue Specifications as of October 2007:

• Pentium® D Processor with Dual Core Technology (3.0GHz, 800FSB),
• Genuine Windows® XP Professional SP2 with latest Microsoft updates (Windows Vista™ Capable),
• 250GB Serial ATA 3Gb/s Hard Drive (7200RPM) w/ 16MB cache
• 2 GB Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM
• USB2, 10/100/Gigabit ethernet, Integrated 8.1 Channel Audio (speakers extra) and IEEE 1394 Firewire interfaces
• CD/DVD burner (DVD+/-RW) w/double layer write capability
• PCI-Express compatible video card
• Wireless Mouse and Keyboard
• (Optional) Flat panel video display 21”
• BioBlue Dimensions (H, W, L):  30 cm (11.9") x 36 cm (14.1") x 47 cm (18.5")

Computer and flat panel display specifications are subject to change as the components are updated. Please email questions or feedback to arrayit@arrayit.com.

Warranty: 1 year parts and labor included

Ordering Information

Product Description Catalog ID Price (US dollars) BioBlue Bioinformatics Computer System State-of-the-art computer system using the latest components and technology available to meet the most demanding computational needs. System includes computer, wireless mouse and keyboard. BBC $3,245 BioBlue Flat Panel Display Advanced 21” flat panel display for ultra-high resolution viewing. BBFP $950 BioBlue Bioinformatics Computer and Flat panel display combination State-of-the-art computer system using the latest components and technology available to meet the most demanding computational needs. System includes computer, wireless mouse and keyboard Advanced 21” flat panel display for ultra-high resolution viewing. BBCP $3,950 BioBlue Discounts 5-9 Computers, 5% discount 10-19 Computers, 10% discount 20-29 Computers, 15% discount 30+ Computers, 20% discount