HP Brio
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| Developer | Hewlett-Packard |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Hewlett-Packard |
| Type | Desktop personal computer |
| Release date | September 9, 1997 |
| Lifespan | 1998–2002 |
| Discontinued | 2002 |
| Operating system | Microsoft Windows |
| CPU | Intel x86 |
| Marketing target | Small business purpose |
| Successor | Compaq Evo |
| Related | HP Vectra |
The HP Brio was a line of business-oriented desktop personal computers made by Hewlett-Packard aimed at small businesses.
History
The Brio was unveiled on September 9, 1997,[1] with the 8000 series, designed for "power-hungry" business users.[2][3] In September 1998, HP introduced the lower-cost 7000 series, targeted at mainstream business computing, with a starting street price of $2449, inclusive of a 15-inch monitor.[3]
In June 1999, HP announced Brio models BA and BAx that included Microsoft Office 2000 Small Business. They were launched at street prices of $999 and $1,499 respectively.[4]
Announced in October 1999 at an estimated street price of $499, the BA200 was aimed at small businesses that purchase white box PCs—non-branded PCs assembled by resellers or consumer PCs from manufacturers such as eMachines at retail.[5][6] The PCs came ready for Windows 2000, and were certified for Novell network operating systems, for easy integration into a networked environment. They also shipped with HP Brio Internet Center and HP Brio Center, which together provided comprehensive Internet and e-commerce capabilities and online support.[7]
Alongside HP's announcement of a new HP Brio Business PC line with the HP Brio Internet Center, HP also announced an agreement with AT&T; WorldNet Service to provide small- and medium-business customers with fast, easy access to the Internet. The alliance with AT&T was meant to provide small and medium businesses with an end-to-end solution—from initial connection to creating a Web site and online store.[8][9]
In 1998, HP partnered with Symantec to incorporate pcANYWHERE32, a remote-control software package, on all HP Brio PCs for small and medium companies without an information technology (IT) staff.[10]
Geared for small business users, the value lines of Brio PCs offered on-screen and online tech support. The latter came via a customized Yahoo! web site that featured news, business tips, stock reports, and product-specific service and support content from HP.[11][12][13]
In May 2000, the HP Brio BA200 placed sixth on PC World's May list of Top 10 Budget PCs.[14]
In January 2002, Netscape Communications announced that it had licensed its Netcenter Web portal to Hewlett-Packard for the Brio line of business computers.[15]
Models
The following is a list of all HP Brio models ever launched. "x" in the following names is a variable for models 71-85.
- HP Brio 71xx
- HP Brio 80xx
- HP Brio 81xx
- HP Brio 82xx
- HP Brio 83xx
- HP Brio 84xx
- HP Brio 85xx
- HP Brio BA200
- HP Brio BA210
- HP Brio BA400
- HP Brio BA410
- HP Brio BA600
- HP Brio BAx
- HP Brio BA
- HP Brio BA300
References
- ^ Kehoe, Louise (September 10, 1997). "Hewlett-Packard aims to lead business PC market". Financial Times: 41. ProQuest 248508294.
- ^ Capen, Tracey (December 1997). "Clever PCs for small business: HP's Brio line". PC World. Vol. 15, no. 12. IDG Publications. p. 107. Gale A20012965.
- ^ a b "New "subcompact" HP Brio PCs". PC World. Retrieved May 27, 2019.
- ^ "HP Launches New Brio PCs With Microsoft Office 2000 Small Business". August 15, 2000. Archived from the original on August 15, 2000. Retrieved May 27, 2019.
- ^ Spooner, John G. "HP rolling out $649 Brio 200 PC". ZDNet. Retrieved May 27, 2019.
- ^ "At Groundbreaking Price of $499, New HP Brio PC Delivers Full E-commerce Solution for Small- and Medium-sized Businesses". August 15, 2000. Archived from the original on August 15, 2000. Retrieved May 27, 2019.
- ^ "At Groundbreaking Price of $499, New HP Brio PC Delivers Full E-commerce Solution for Small- and Medium-sized Businesses". August 15, 2000. Archived from the original on August 15, 2000. Retrieved May 27, 2019.
- ^ "HP and AT&T; Align to Provide Small and Medium Businesses with Easy Internet Access". August 17, 2000. Archived from the original on August 17, 2000. Retrieved May 27, 2019.
- ^ "New HP Brio PCs Take Small Businesses Online in Minutes". August 15, 2000. Archived from the original on August 15, 2000. Retrieved May 27, 2019.
- ^ "Symantec and HP Partner to Provide pcANYWHERE32 on HP Brio PCs Worldwide". Symantec. Archived from the original on May 27, 2019. Retrieved May 27, 2019.
- ^ "Hewlett-Packard 1999 Annual Report". 1999. Retrieved May 27, 2019.
- ^ "HP launches Brio PCs, starting at $699". Tom's Hardware. February 23, 1999. Retrieved May 27, 2019.
- ^ "HP Expands New Brio PC Line for Growing Businesses". August 17, 2000. Archived from the original on August 17, 2000. Retrieved May 27, 2019.
- ^ "PC World.com May 2000: - Top 10 Budget PCs". PC World. August 17, 2000. Archived from the original on August 17, 2000. Retrieved May 27, 2019.
- ^ Hu, Jim. "Netscape, HP in portal licensing deal". CNET. Retrieved May 27, 2019.
