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IBM IntelliStation POWER 285 Technical Overview and Introduction
1.4.5 USB SpacePilot, SpaceBall, and SpaceMouse
The SpacePilot, SpaceBall, and SpaceMouse are USB based input devices available for use
with graphical applications. These devices are shown in Figure 1-2 on page 6. The use of
OEM products is not officially supported by IBM.
Figure 1-2 SpacePilot, SpaceBall and SpaceMouse
The SpacePilot 3D Input Device (FC 8426) is a high-level 3D motion controller which enables
the user to manipulate 3D models and 3D cameras naturally and intuitively with up to six
degrees of freedom of control to simultaneously pan, zoom, and rotate 3D objects in every
direction. The SpacePilot automatically senses the application and mode the user is working
with and displays input information on the unit's LCD.
The SpaceBall 3D Input Device (FC 8422) is a 3D input device that allows you to view a
computer-generated model from many angles. By applying fingertip control to push, pull, and
twist the ball, you manipulate the image on the screen. Spaceball facilitates zooming,
panning, and rotating.
The SpaceMouse 3D Input Device (FC 8425) is a high-level 3D input device which provides
real-time 3D motion control for increased productivity, better design comprehension, and
early detection of design errors. By applying fingertip control to push, pull, and twist the ball,
you manipulate the image on the screen. RoHS compliant. Attaches to USB port.
1.5 Express product offerings
Express product offerings are available on an initial order only. They provide a predefined
configuration that is desired to meet typical client requirements. Zero-priced processor
activations are available when a system order satisfies specific configuration requirements for
the number of processors, total memory, quantity and size of disk drives, presence of a media
device, monitor, keyboard, mouse, and audio adapter. When you purchase an Express
product offering, you are also entitled to a lower-priced AIX 5L operating system license, or
you can choose to purchase the system with no operating system. The lower-priced AIX 5L
operating system is processed using a feature number on AIX 5L (AIX 5L Edition).
You can make changes to the standard features as needed and still qualify for processor
entitlements at no additional charge and a lower-priced AIX 5L operating system license.
However, selection of total memory or DASD smaller than the total defined as the minimums
disqualifies the order as an Express product offering. For example, the GXT6500P 3D
graphics accelerator can be substituted for the GXP4500P.
