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1) Tell us a little bit about yourself.
I am a music producer based out of Los Angeles, CA. I have been making music all of my life. I think it transcended into business when I was offered money for the ideas I was creating. Technology has also helped immensely in defining the sound that I am making. I'd say that I'm a fairly humble guy that enjoys hanging out with friends and making music on the west coast.
2) What inspired you to get into music production?
Music production didn't "happen" until I started getting into studio / recording with a band. I was the drummer in a band that some friends and I put together – we were pretty good, but separated when we all went to college. When recording, I learned a lot about how to program drums, tune instruments, and balance the mixes on a computer. For example, if didn't like the snare from my own drum set on a particular song, I could simply replace it with a sample. When all my band-mates split up, I kept it going and figured out how to work with all the instruments and sounds needed to make full songs. It was at that point when, I believe, I turned into a music producer.
3) What are some noteworthy records that you've been involved with?
Going to type a short-list discography here:
Tyrese Gibson – Ready 2 Ride (Fast n Furious 6)
"Thirsty" ft Flo-Rida, Kaptn, and Ultimate
"Nirvana" ft Pitbull and Allison Kaplan
Skip Marley – Three Little Birds (Sandals $50M campaign)
Skip Marley – Cry To Me (released, itunes)
Cedella Marley – Could U Be Love (Bob Marley's 1st born)
Rebecca Black – Say What You Wanna Say
Uncle Murda ft Mike Epps – No Cake
Uncle Murda – Who Want Beef ft Chinx Drugz
Nicki Minaj – Finesse ft Brinx Billions and Gucci Mane
TRUB – Armaggedon (mixtape) ft Gorilla Zoe, Project Pat, Juicy J and Jacki-O
Jnez – "What I'm On" ft Young Dro
Jnez ft Shanell – Uh Huh
T.T. – Midwest Meltdown ft Twista & Tech N9ne
Ah Moon – Automatic (album production)
Мот – День и Ночь (премьера клипа, 2015)
4) Who are some of your favorite music producers and why?
Major Lazer and Dr. Luke. Year after year, these guys set the bar in music for the rest of world.
5) What is your DAW of choice and why?
Sony Acid Pro 7. I'm probably the only one left who would choose this DAW, but it's the one I learned on. I've been producing music for 10 years with that program and every day I get a little better. I consider myself an expert at that program now which is why I use it over other DAWs, but each of them are great in their own way.
6) Any favorite VSTs?
Absolutely. I feel pretty confident in saying that you can find one of the following VSTs open in every one of my sessions:
1) IKMultimedia T-Rackz Custom Shop
2) ReFX – Nexus 2
3) Sylenth
4) Omnisphere 2
5) IKMultimedia Philharmonic 1
6) Izotope ozone 7
7) Soundtoys
7) Who are you listening to these days?
Currently studying some new stuff from James Blunt.
8) Who are you working with at the moment? Any upcoming projects?
A couple of interesting projects in the pipeline. I'll list them off here:
– DJ Shift's new song "Painkiller" featuring Julia Price and Kevin Writer set to release on radio with music video this summer. We were supposed to release it last year, but got caught up in the music video – which was a large effort as well.
– Mott (Russian) coming out with two more songs on his electronic EP under his Black Star record label. We released one song as an experiment last year – the video to that song now has over 21M views so we're doing a few more. I just added it to list on question three if you want to check it out.
– Just got a call to produce a few things for Bonnie Anderson in Australia. She's been holding the top seat in Australia's pop music scene for a while, so I'm stoked.
– I'm currently producing Cameron Mcbeth's EP, who recently signed to Agency Records. We're planning on releasing some singles together this year to celebrate his signing and generate some buzz. Artist development mode.
9) Any advice for producers trying to build a name for themselves and any tips on selling beats online?
The music business is a great place to be, but you have to be committed to it. My relationship with the music industry is "at will" – so I can quit anytime, but I chose to keep producing and contributing because I'm committed. You also have to be humble since creativity requires patience. As a producer, you are responsible for the entire record, not just the beat.
Selling beats online is still a viable business. Biggest tip is sell a quality product. The beats simply have to sell themselves or they won't sell. It doesn't have to be a complicated beat, just quality. Remember: complicated is interesting; simple is effective. If you have a quality product, ample supply, and a responsive store for your beats, then you eventually will get sales. Next is to establish your brand reputation and marketing via social network profiles.


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As a recent graduate of the U. S. Naval Academy, Annapolis, Maryland, Rick immediately joined the first United States Olympic exhibition baseball team in Mexico. Following training he was a designated a Naval Aviator and made numerous carrier deployments, held top leadership positions in carrier-based squadrons, and Pentagon shore assignments including the Joint Staff and the Secretary of the Navy's staff. With a Masters of Science in National Resource Strategy from the Industrial College of the Armed Forces, he was the Senior Fellow on the Chief of Naval Operations Strategic Studies Group to develop innovative war fighting concepts for the 21st Century Navy. He has received numerous personal awards including the Defense Superior Service Award; Legion of Merit (3 awards); Meritorious Service Award (2 awards); and Navy Commendation Award.
Following transition from the Navy, he worked with several corporations as a senior consultant, VP and Senior VP focused on organizational and people improvement and development; integration of acquired companies; and training and human resource functions. He was a Chair for TEC International. Rick is the Founder and President of TREVANIONGROUP, LLC.
His political activity in Fort Bend County, TX includes being a delegate in Senatorial and State Conventions, a Precinct Chair, and Chairman of the Fort Bend County Republican Party. Upon stepping down from the Chairman's position he prepared to run for Texas State House District 26 in 2012.
Rick has served on the Sugar Land Regional Airport Policy Board; three terms on the Rotary Board of Directors; Finance Chairman at Sugar Creek Baptist Church; Chairman of Rotary Veterans Tribute 2005, 2007 (The Legacy of Freedom) and Honoring America's Heroes, 2011. Married to Babs with three sons – a Navy Commander FA-18 aviator; a lawyer; and the youngest is in heaven. They have three grandchildren.
He is currently serving in his second term as Texas Representative House District 26 and is the Party's nominee for reelection in 2014. He served on the House Republican Caucus Policy Committee, Elections Committee and Defense and Veterans Affairs Committee during his first Session and on the Appropriations Committee, Subcommittee Vice Chairman of Articles I, IV and V, and on the Public Health committees in his second Session.
Rick Miller served his country in the United States Navy for 30 years after graduation from the United States Naval Academy.
As a Naval aviator, he flew nearly all of the Navy's carrier-based aircraft including the A7E Corsair II, FA18 Hornet, F14 Tomcat, A6E Intruder, A4M Skyhawk and F8 Crusader.
Rick held top leadership positions, commanded a Squadron, Air Wing and a Naval Air Station. He served as the Senior Fellow on the Chief of Naval Operations Strategic Studies Group, which was tasked to design the "Navy after next" looking out into the future 30 to 50 years.
He was assigned and completed three tours of duty in the Pentagon which included one on the staff of the Chief of Naval Operations, one in the Office of the Under Secretary of the Navy and then on the Chairman of the Joints of Staff in J8 where he headed a major force structure and weapons capability review of "which Service needs what to fight and win two nearly simultaneous wars."
Rick transitioned from the Navy with the rank of Captain. He was awarded the Defense Superior Service Award, Legion of Merit (3 awards), Navy Meritorious Service Award (3 awards) and the Navy Commendation Medal.
Rick believes in the Founders' intent of fundamental constitutional values of conservatism with less government, low taxes, individual responsibility, less regulation and a strong pro-business environment with limited government intervention and regulation.
He also believes in life and American family values. He is a champion for conservative family values that includes a total pro-life and faith-based foundation.
Rick stands for a strong state sovereignty position with a determined focus on legal immigration, border security and the elimination of sanctuary cities. He is also working to eliminate human trafficking in all forms.
Rick is a fiscal conservative who believes in total transparency in budgetary issues and decisions. He also favors the "zero-based" budgeting process for all Texas government agencies and operating entities. A strong supporter of eliminating all deferrals of fees and taxes collected for specific purposes, is a steadfast supporter of the United States and Texas Constitutions.
Rick has demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities throughout his military, business and political experiences and in positions held.
As a graduate of the United States Naval Academy, he completed 30 years of service holding significant positions of leadership and being accountable for billions of dollars in operational budgets.
He served in four top leadership positions in the Navy, commanded a carrier squadron, carrier based Air Wing and a Naval Air Station, and was the Senior Fellow on the Chief of Naval Operations Strategic Studies Group, designing the "Navy after next" for the 2030 -2050 timeframe.
Rick has served in two top-level positions in corporate America. He then founded and owns a company focused on leadership development, high-performing teams and strategic planning along with executive coaching. His passion is leadership and helping organizations and people understand the importance of results based leadership to the success of each.
Rick served as the Chairman of the Fort Bend Republican Party before being elected as State Representative for District 26.

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The Association of Consulting Engineering Companies-New Brunswick (ACEC-NB) is a not-for-profit organization representing the New Brunswick consulting engineering industry.
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ACEC-NB together with the Association of Professional Engineers & Geoscientists (APEGNB) honoured three female leaders in the industry and professions of engineering and geoscience.
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With the election of a new government on October 19th, ACEC anticipates increased opportunities for consulting engineering firms including a significant expansion of infrastructure investment.
"While there are many benefits to being a member of ACEC-NB, two of the key ones are (1) allowing networking opportunities that enable partnering on projects, learning about new opportunities and being able to keep our fingers on the pulse of the consulting engineering industry in our province and (2) being able to participate in the advocacy of ACEC-NB strengthens our industry and enables collaboration of the firms to enhance our businesses and speak out on issues that affect our industry."
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The Winter Antiques Show opened its 10-day run at the Park Avenue Armory with strong antiques sales, celebrity sightings, standing-room-only at the special lectures, and a 25 percent increase in daily visitors.
Folk Art
Sulky weathervane may cart off with $20,000 in three-day sale
Weathervanes, nautical items, a rare hand colored lithograph and more than 500 stunning pieces of fine art are poised for sale at James D. Julia's first auction of 2013. The three-day event, scheduled for Jan. 30 - Feb. 1, will include some 1,000 lots.
Happy holidays? A closer look at artists' renditions of not-so-jolly Santa postcards
Santa Claus is a jolly old elf beloved of children and postcard collectors, but some artists of the early 1900s gave him a less than sentimental image. Even when they got the beard and costume right, they didn't picture him as someone you'd want in your living room in the middle of the night.
Rare music machine earns $120K in Mich. auction
A rare and desirable 1905 Wurlitzer Style 17 PianOrchestra in excellent working condition soared to $120,000 at a huge three-day auction held Oct. 5-7 by Showtime Auction Services.
Sarcophagus offered in Thanksgiving auction holds $65K high estimate
Kaminski Auctions announces its largest sale of the year offering an eclectic mix of European furnishings, decorative and fine art on Saturday; Sunday features Americana, baseball memorabilia and a single owner folk art collection from Cape Cod.
Alexander Calder sterling brooch earns $22,140 and top spot in fall estates auction
The top lot of Woodbury Auction's Early Fall Fine Estates Auction is a sterling "w" brooch designed by Alexander Calder, which was offered for the first time at auction.
Weekly Auction & Show Ads: Oct. 31-Nov. 30, 2012
AntiqueTrader.com features select half- and full-page ads from the print magazine, extending our promise to help our customers find new customers. In this space you'll see fresh updates to the latest antiques auctions, shows and events. Weekly Auction & Show Ads: Oct. 31 – Nov. 30, 2012
Crowell great blue heron decoy earns $31,050
An extremely rare miniature great blue heron made by renowned American carver A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952) sold for $31,050. It was an auction record for a Crowell miniature, breaking the previous mark set about five minutes earlier, when the lot immediately preceding the blue heron – an American egret standing 8 1/2 inches tall...
Thai Eilenberg Buddha sculpture sets record
Bonhams established a world record price for a Mon Dvaravati bronze sculpture when the circa 8th century Eilenberg Buddha sold Sept. 11 for $674,500. The Eilenberg Buddha is the most important Mon Dvaravati sculpture to have appeared in the market recent years, and it could be argued that it is the finest example of...
How to clean and care for hooked rugs
When the experts were asked for advice for the care and display of hooked rugs, they came up with a list of tips anyone can follow to clean antique hook rugs. Without exception, avoid the vacuum cleaner; use a manual carpet sweeper or a broom. One expert advises: ""If you want a rug for...


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Latest from the Bizarre Cathedral.
Looks like the mutt has had another late night.
Latest from the Bizarre Cathedral.
Looks like the mutt has had another late night.
Rote learning of "math facts" is one of the really dull aspects of grade-school mathematics. But if you can't recall them quickly, it can really hold you back even in higher mathematical disciplines, because it just slows you down. Luckily, you can find an algebra tutor or other resources to help with comprehension. My son's been struggling with this for some time now, with traditional solutions like flash cards just not working very well. With "Tux of Math Command", otherwise known as "TuxMath", though, he's making considerable progress at overcoming his "wall" with math. Homework times are getting shorter because his recall speed is getting much better with just one or two games a day -- an easy goal to reach because the games are actually fun (Seriously. I play it myself now and then).
After installing Ubuntu 10.10, I had a strange feeling I was seeing something that was already old. Yes, Ubuntu is a fantastic desktop system, and yes it's better than Windows. But today, in 2010, that's almost a given. And that's not enough. The IT world is changing, and PCs themselves as a whole are getting old. The mass is moving towards tablets, mobiles machines, and netbooks. Ubuntu, the way it is today, might be the best choice in a dinosaur world. I can't read Mark Shuttleworth's mind, but I can only guess this is exactly what he felt when he decided to switch to Unity (for the UI) and Wayland (for the graphics architecture). Let me explain what all of this means.
Latest from the Bizarre Cathedral.
My son's hand-me-down motherboard recently gave up the ghost, and I decided that was a good excuse for an upgrade. Shopping around, I found that multi-core CPUs were finally in my price range, so I decided to build him a quad-core system. This build worked out extremely well, with almost no configuration problems, not even for accelerated 3D graphics or ALSA sound -- all using the latest Debian GNU/Linux (which means it'll also work with Ubuntu or other derivatives). This one has that "classic" feel -- everything just clicked into place. So I wanted to document it here. This also serves as a technology update to my earlier article on selecting hardware for a free-software-friendly system.
Latest from the Bizarre Cathedral. The mutt gets creative about Ubuntu.
Latest from the Bizarre Cathedral.
By the time you read this Karmic Koala will have been released to a waiting world, but I couldn't wait. A felicitous combination of a desire to do a distribution upgrade to the release candidate and a Twitter arriving on my laptop giving me a link to Raindrop kept me busy for the day. I was intrigued by Raindrop and having used other Mozilla lab experimental software I was determined to see what all the hype was about. If you like the idea of combining a tool for aggregating Twitter, e-mail, RSS and other social Web 2.0 stuff with free and open standards then read on.
Three recent problems with packages in the last stable release of Debian GNU/Linux ("Lenny"), brought me face-to-face with what is still a major obstacle for acceptance of free software on the desktop: contempt for the values of the people who use it. Despite all the accusations of unfair trade practices or other excuses, this remains as one solid reason why free software is still perceived as "geeks only" territory. If we want to progress further, we've got to improve our attitudes.
Like many people who aren't able to get DSL, I use mobile broadband. Typically, at least in Ireland and the UK, you are forced to purchase a modem with your contract. What if you want other devices in your house to use this broadband and you don't want to fork out several hundred wing wangs for a mobile broadband router like the Novatel MiFi when you have a perfectly good modem and wireless router already? In Ubuntu you can setup the modem-connected machine as a robust router/firewall using the in-built Network Manager, Firestarter, and optionally, Gadmin DHCPD.
If you are using Ubuntu or any other modern Linux distribution, you are probably running Mozilla Firefox 3.something. While those versions are stable, they are getting a little outdated; why not upgrade? Shall We?
The project gNewSense started with the goal of creating a GNU/Linux distribution whose first priority is users' freedom - even if this limits user comfort and hardware support. As a starting point Ubuntu's operating system is used.
(Translated into English by Yann Kiraly)
Like anyone else who writes about software I subscribe to the maxim that a picture paints a thousand words. In short, I like to illustrate my text with timely and relevant screenshots; so I'm always on the lookout for good, free software to get the job done. Back in the mists of time I looked at a command-line utility called Scrot. It's immensely powerful and configurable but it does take some setting up.
I discovered recently the truth of the old saying that necessity is the mother of invention. Yes, I finally did it. I bricked my beloved EeePc. I had just installed the Smart package manager and a subsequent reboot saw me stuck in, well, an eternal boot loop. Impulsive mixing of repositories always ends in tears--but not being able to boot? Argh! To rub salt into the wound I had mislaid the Xandros DVD to do a reinstall and I didn't even have an external CD/DVD drive anyway. Organised or what?
Latest from the Bizarre Cathedral.
Ryan Cartwright wrote an excellent article, Don't compare GNU/Linux with Windows or MacOS – they are not in the same game.
I ran across the same blog he is referring to, while gathering potential stories for FSD and my reaction was very similar.
Ryan questions, "I mean how can you tell how many Ubuntu installs came of a single CD?"
Lately, there has been a lot of noise about Ubuntu's Netbook Remix. In an unrelated (and definitely lucky) interview with The Guardian, Mark Shuttleworth hinted that Canonical were about to announce a version of Ubuntu for a new class of devices created by accident by Asus with the EeePc (talk about corporate luck...). Th buzz about this was monumental. But... what is Ubuntu Netbook Remix? Here is the answer...
Mainstream Linux distributions such as the ever-popular Ubuntu have the potential to contain thousands or tens of thousands of packages and have a wealth of supporting services activated on computer boot ups. Mark G. Sobell's book A practical guide to Ubuntu Linux, published by Prentice Hall, describes the details of maintaining these complex structures on your own machine.
It's really the most wonderful time of the year. Out of the top 6 GNU/Linux distributions (according to DistroWatch.com), four are releasing or have released builds between April and June. What's new in them?
M6-IT, a Community Interest Community in the UK, are part way through a project to equip socially excluded families with computers running Xubuntu. I was recently able to interview Richard Rothwell of M6-IT about this project and its progress.


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On Thursday, the Indiana Chamber of Commerce called on state lawmakers to extend the state's civil rights bill to protect LGBT residents.
Six people arrested in connection with a $20 million scam; Indy Mayor Greg Ballard will be Grand Marshal at the Pride Parade. Read more in our morning roundup.
Environmental and business groups are sounding the alarm on the need for comprehensive water policies in Indiana.
The Chamber of Commerce says it will push for Sunday alcohol sales during the upcoming legislative session.
Chamber officials says if legislation doesn't make water supply a priority, Indiana could lose business.
A new city ordinance would place tighter regulations on chain restaurants in Bloomington's downtown.
Indiana Chamber releases report looking at whether school counseling meets needs of Hoosier high-schoolers.
The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce says it has received concerns about parking meter hours and unclear parking rules.
The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce is conducting a downtown parking survey through the end of next week.
The Bloomington Chamber of Commerce president says the amendment could cause difficulties for businesses in regard to employee benefits.


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A Beverly man's motion to change his guilty plea was denied Wednesday and he was sentenced to 30 days in jail and three years of community control.
Jason Whittaker, 34, of 22781 State Route 60, testified in a hearing that he felt pressured and confused when he agreed to plead guilty in June to a fourth-degree felony charge of possession of drugs and waived his right to a motion-to-suppress hearing. But after hearing his testimony, Washington County Common Pleas Judge Susan Boyer said he made the decision knowingly and with a full understanding of his rights.
"The only thing that has changed between now and the entry of this plea is the defendant has changed his mind," she said.
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Whittaker was arrested in July of 2011 after agents of the Washington County Major Crimes Task Force recovered 17 grams of cocaine following the execution of a search warrant at his residence, according to attorneys. The basis for the warrant was Whittaker's encounter with an off-duty Marietta Police officer after he had taken the synthetic marijuana product K2, which he said "had messed me up."
According to his testimony Wednesday, Whittaker sought help from bystanders after exiting his truck in Marietta while feeling the effects of the drug. He also attempted to run and remove his clothes at one point. Eventually, he was handcuffed by a police officer and questioned.
Assistant Washington County Prosecutor Amy Graham asked if Whittaker voluntarily told the officer there was cocaine at his home. He said he had not.
"I told him I tried a substance called K2, which was legal at the time," he said.
Whittaker said he was not read his Miranda rights until he was later questioned at the jail, which he argued was a violation of his rights and the basis for his motion to suppress. But he said his previous attorney, Nancy Brum, advised him she could not win the motion, which led him to accept the plea deal on June 1.
"She said she couldn't win the motion. It put me on the spot," he said.
In exchange for the guilty plea, a third-degree felony charge of trafficking in drugs was dropped.
Graham suggested the motion to change his plea, which was filed Tuesday, was simply a stalling tactic. Whittaker responded, "absolutely not."
Under questioning, Whittaker said he believed Brum gave him her best advice, but after thinking about the matter following his plea, he felt he could still win the motion to suppress. That's why he approached the Washington County Public Defender's office about two weeks ago.
At the start of Wednesday's hearing, Boyer granted a motion for Brum to withdraw as Whittaker's attorney. Assistant Public Defender Shawna Landaker represented him instead.
Before pronouncing the sentence, Boyer asked Whittaker if he had anything to say.
"I made terrible choices. I regret what I did," he said. "I just want to prove to the court that I'm not going to cause any problems."
Boyer noted Whittaker had a history of drug use but that the crime with which he was charged was not violent. She sentenced him to 30 days in the county jail and three years of community control, including substance abuse treatment through L&P Services.


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Getting Started Guide: IBM SurePOS 500 4852-xx6
Technote (FAQ)
The newest models of the SurePOS 500 family, the 4852-526 and 4852-566, have recently been introduced. Where can I obtain additional information about these products?
Getting started with the new IBM SurePOS 500 4852-xx6
Purpose :
The purpose of this document is to assist IBM customers and business partners with understanding and using the new IBM 4852-5x6 SurePOS 500 system. The document is intended to:
- Provide an overview of the new model enhancements.
- Define key technical information useful in adopting the platform.
- Identify valuable links to obtain additional information.
- Assist with resolving hardware and software challenges.
4852-5x6 Introduction and Overview:
The entire SurePOS 500 family has been refreshed during 2009 and now includes new entry and premium models. These new models constitute a significant technological and functional enhancement to the current SurePOS 500 product line and can help make your retail environment the best it can be.
Key Product Enhancements:
- Performance:
The core components of the 4852-5x6 have undergone significant enhancement in order to provide the performance, durability, reliability and investment protection expected of IBM POS. New SurePOS 500 4852-5x6 models now include the following:
- Intel E1500 Dual Core Celeron 2.2GHz
- 160 GB or larger Serial ATA II Hard Disk Drive
- DDR2 667MHz Memory (2 slots, 1GB standard/4GB Max)
- 15" Display Tablet with Improved Infrared (IR) touch
- Dual Independent Display (DIH) Capability Standard
- Onboard Service Processor and Status LED's
- PC Express Card slot (34/54mm)
- Optional wireless USB dongle (Top mounted USB antenna cover)
- Optional 4GB Modular Flash Drive. Also available as the primary/system drive.
- Optional Biometric Reader
- Optional 6.5" Non-Touch customer display
- Intel Celeron M 373 1.0Ghz, Fanless
- 160 GB or larger Serial ATA II Hard Disk Drive
- DDR2 400Mhz Memory (2 slots, 512MB standard/2GB Max)
- 15" Display Tablet with 5 Wire Resistive Touch
- Dual Independent Display (DIH) Capability Standard
- Optional wireless USB dongle (Top mounted USB antenna cover)
- Optional 4GB Modular Flash Drive. Also available as the primary/system drive.
- Optional Biometric Reader
- Optional 6.5" Non-Touch customer display
- Efficiency
Premium Model: 4852-566
Entry Model: 4852-526
Both the entry and premium models now include an 80+ efficient power supply and are compliant with Energy Star v4.0 requirements*. Both new models also support 'Deep Sleep' capability and provide significantly enhanced energy savings opportunities when compared to the previous generation 4851 and 4846 products respectively.
*The 4852 is not an Energy Star logoed product, however the Energy Star V4 Tier 2 requirements for an Integrated Computer System have been met.
- Serviceability:
The SurePOS 500 4852-5x6 serviceability, designed to allow maximum CRU "Customer Replaceable Units", continues in the market leading tradition introduced by the SurePOS 500 4846 product line, with improvements now consistent across both the entry and premium models. The virtually tool free design allows customers or field repair technicians to quickly and economically remove and replace modules thereby avoiding lengthy outages and simplifying recovery when needed.
The rear cover, HDD (if present), power supply, system memory, system tailgate, processor fan (premium model), display tablet, MSR, speaker assembly, integrated 2x20 display, biometric fingerprint reader and main system board can be removed without tools. The front bezel can also be easily separated from the LCD assembly, without the use of tools.
- Design and Usability Enhancements
Both the styling and ergonomics have been improved to make this the sleekest and most capable SurePOS 500 yet!
At a Glance - New Model Offerings:
The following charts provide a summary of the 4852-5x6 offerings. Please refer to the Sales Manual and Pictorial Feature Guide for a detailed listing of standard and optional features.
Please note that the entry and premium models will GA on differing schedules. The premium model will GA on 9/18/2009 and the entry model will GA on 10/16/2009.
Base Machine Type: 4852
Model Designations:
First Character –
5 = Standard
E = Preloaded with Windows OS
P = Europe ONLY Bundled with 4610-1NR (Upgradeable to 2-station 4610-2NR)
2 – Entry Level (Resistive Touch,512Mb RAM standard)
6 – Premium Level (IR Touch, 1Gb RAM standard)
6 – Standard
D- Depot
Aside from the processor and chipset components, the primary difference between the entry and premium models is the presence of the following on the premium model:
- Infrared touch
- Service Processor and Status LEDs'
- Multimedia support, (onboard speakers and headphone, microphone jack)
- PC Express Card slot
- Two additional PC USB ports on the tailgate
SurePOS 500 Express:
A new SurePOS 500 Express model will also be made available. It is based on the entry model 4852-E26, however it will have a different machine type and model number designation. Please note the following:
- The SurePOS 500 Express machine type will be 4961.
- From a technology perspective, the SurePOS 500 Express system unit is identical to the 4852-526.
- There will be two express models available, the E2S and E2A, differing only in their warranty type, IOR and Depot respectively.
- All SurePOS 500 4961 Express models will be preloaded with Windows POSReady.
- All SurePOS 500 4961 Express models include a 4610 single station printer, with options for USB and RS232 connectivity.
- Additional chargeable features are also available with the 4961 Express model.
- Please consult the SurePOS Product Page and Sales Manual for additional information.
A wealth of product education and resources, both sales and technical, is available via the following links:
IBM SurePOS 500 4852-5x6 Product Education:
The following links may be used to access the available course materials:
STG SMART Zone and PartnerWorld University Systems College - Your source for IBM Retail Store Solutions and other STG product education
IBM Retail Store Solutions Technical Education - Your source for Retail Store Solutions customer education
IBM Customers: http://www.ibm.com/services/weblectures/retailed
IBM Business Partners: http://www.ibm.com/services/weblectures/dlv/systems
IBM Employees: http://lt.be.ibm.com/smartzone
IBM SurePOS 500 4852-5x6 Additional Resources:
Pictorial Feature Guide - A comprehensive listing of available features in an intuitive easy to use format.
IBM Retail Store Solutions support site: - Main support entry portal for IBM Retail Store Solutions products.
SurePOS 500 Support Page: - Main support entry portal for the SurePOS 500.
You may also wish to reference the following Getting Started Guides for an introduction to the other models in the SurePOS 500 family:
SurePOS 500 4846-5x5
SurePOS 500 4840-xx3/xx4
For detailed information on our compelling RSS I/O offerings, please reference the following Getting Started Guides on the Knowledgebase: (Please note that not all I/O options specified can be ordered as part of the base SurePOS 500 offering structure).
IBM 4610-2CR/2NR SureMark Printer Getting Started Guide
IBM 4610-1NR SureMark Printer Getting Started Guide
IBM Modular POS Keyboards Getting Started Guide
IBM SurePOS 500 4852-5x6 Product Documentation:
Numerous documents are available for the SurePOS 500 Platform. Please review the following, relating specifically to the 4852:
SurePOS 500 4852 5x6 Planning, Installation and Operations Guide: Installing and Using the SurePOS 500 system.
SurePOS 500 4852 5x6 Hardware Service Guide: Part numbers, diagnostic and removal/replacement procedures.
SurePOS 500 4852 5x6 Operating System Installation Guide: Guide to installation of the operating system and required driver packages.
SurePOS 500 4852 5x6 System Technical Reference: Platform low level technical details. Available via TechLine request.
SurePOS 500 4852 5x6 User Guide: User reference including specifics on system configuration and customization.
4852-5x6 Fast Facts:
- The 4852 premium model now includes a dual core E1500 2.2 GHz Intel processor, standard. This makes the new 4852-566 the most powerful SurePOS 500 yet!
- Both the entry and premium models now include an 80+ efficient power supply and support 'deep sleep' capability. These enhancements represent significant energy savings opportunities when compared to the previous generation 4851 and 4846 models.
|Extending IBM's commitment to Eco-Friendliness, the new 4852-5x6 terminals minimize landfill waste and carbon emissions by using new packaging materials that consist mostly of recycled post-consumer materials.
- For ease of service, the entry and premium models now have the same mechanical form factor and share the same serviceability improvements.
- The infrared touch display used on the 4852-5x6 premium model has been enhanced to include the unintentional touch capability found on our current AnyPlace Kiosk models.
- The 4852 now includes an optional 6.5" VGA customer display that may be used to further enhance the customer shopping experience and leverage full video capability on a customer facing screen.
- The 4852 entry and premium models now support dual independent display capability (DIH) standard, without the use of an optional secondary video adapter.
- The 4852 now supports a 'zero HDD' configuration which includes the Modular Flash Drive (MFD) as the primary system drive. A POSReady preload is also available on the MFD.
- The 4852-5x6 tower is 48mm shallower than the 4846, making even more counter space available.
- The 4852 display tablet bezel is also narrower. This provides a smaller appearance from the front of the machine, while preserving the same 15" screen size.
- Retail (keyboard) integration trays from earlier SurePOS 500 systems may be used with the new 4852 models, through the use of a tray upgrade kit. The kit contains a new mounting plate and filler panels and it represents a significant investment protection opportunity for those wishing to carry their existing retail integration trays forward to the 4852.
- For enhanced security, the 4852 now includes several security screw locations for those desiring a higher level of physical security for the POS. Security screw locations are provided on the rear cover, the power supply and the memory cover. The security screws are described in Chapter 5 of the Installation and Service Guide.
- For more flexibility the 4852 now supports XFlash bios update capabilities, allowing bios to be updated under Windows.
- For enhanced usability, the display tablet is now height adjustable, offering plus/minus 25mm in height adjustment.
- The premium model now supports 1GB ethernet speeds and includes TPM (Trusted Platform Module) support.
- The entry model now includes a FANLESS processor. A single fan is present in the power supply.
- For better performance, the entry model 4852 now includes 512MB RAM standard and the premium model includes 1GB RAM, as the standard configuration.
- The powered/non-powered serial ports used on the 4852 tailgate are now 9 pin D shell connectors. The RJ45->DB9 adapter cable, used on the 4846 and 4840-xx3/xx4 models, is no longer required.
- A new distributed VFD cable, containing the 9 pin powered connector, is now available via FC 5939/5942 (1.0m/3.8m lengths).
- If a 15 pin powered RS232 cable needs to be connected to the 4852, for example to power an existing distributed VFD, an adapter cable, feature code FC 7498 is now available. This adapter converts the new 9 pin powered RS232 port found on the 4852, to the original 15 pin powered connector found on the previous generation SurePOS 500's.
- Recovery CD's for the preloaded models are now provided in DVD format.
4852-5x6 - New Feature Offerings:
The following new features are being introduced on the 4852 SurePOS 500. All features noted are compatible with both the entry and premium models.
|Please see the Pictorial Feature Guide for feature codes and part numbers
6.5" Customer Display
The SurePOS 500 4852-5x6 now includes an optional 6.5" customer facing display.
Customer Display Fast Facts:
- The display is a non-touch LED backlit display, supporting a native panel resolution of 640x480.
- This new display is supported on both the entry and premium 4852 systems. Please see the Sales Manual and Pictorial Feature Guide for specific feature codes.
- The 6.5" customer display, integrated 2x20 display and rear 4820 display mount, are mutually exclusive. Only one may be installed on the 4852 at a time.
- The display supports an "OSD" or On Screen Display, to configure display attributes. Menu options for 'Auto Adjust', 'Manual Adjust', 'Color Temperature', 'Brightness/Contrast', 'OSD timeout setting' and 'Factory Reset' are available. The OSD is accessed in the same manner as the current 4820 display, by simultaneously pressing both the brightness up and down buttons.
- The display is powered from the 12v USB port on the system tailgate.
- Video content is provided via the VGA port present on the tailgate of both the entry and premium models.
- Both the entry and premium systems support dual independent video natively, using the on board video chipset. An optional secondary video adapter is neither needed nor offered.
- It is not necessary to remove the 6.5" display in order to service the unit.
- The display does not have it's own machine type or serial number. It is offered only as a feature of the 4852.
- The 6.5" display includes a VESA 75mm hole pattern, through which it attaches to its mounting plate.
- The optional 6.5" VGA display is neither offered nor supported on any other SurePOS or AnyPlace Kiosk system units.
- The 6.5" customer display remembers its last power state. As such, it does not need to be individually powered on if the following are true:
- The 6.5" display is powered via the 12v USB port on the system tailgate.
- The display was on, when the 4852 was powered off.
Redesigned 4820 Mount
The SurePOS 500 4852 now offers a redesigned 4820 mount that can be used to mount a 12" or 15" 4820 on the back of the system unit or the integration tray. The new mount also brings the display closer to the system unit and provides a more streamlined appearance.
Rear 4820 Mount Fast Facts:
- A separate mounting foot is no longer required when attaching the 4820 to a freestanding SurePOS 500 system.
- The rear 4820 mount is also supported on the integration tray.
- It is not necessary to remove the existing 4852 base plate, when attaching the rear 4820 mount to the new 4852.
- The mount is available through a single 4852 feature code, FC 4295 and it includes the bracket, covers and screws.
NOTE: The 4820 cables, (power and video signal), are not included with the 4295 feature. It is necessary to order these separately. The 0.8m integrated lengths should be appropriate.
- The rear mounted 4820, optional 6.5" customer display and integrated 2x20 display are mutually exclusive, only one may be installed on the system at a time.
- When the rear mounted 4820 is used in conjunction with the pinpad mount, the pinpad mount extender plate may be required.
Biometric Fingerprint Reader
The SurePOS 500 now offers an integrated biometric fingerprint reader.
Fingerprint Reader Fast Facts:
- The SurePOS 500 biometric reader utilizes a Digital Personna 4500 engine and is interface compatible with the fingerprint reader used on our newly redesigned keyboards.
- The fingerprint reader may be installed on either the left or right side of the display tablet. If the reader is installed on the right hand side of the tablet, the integrated MSR may not be present.
- By default, the fingerprint reader comes configured for installation on the left hand side of the tablet. If a right hand mounting is desired, the mounting bracket must be unscrewed from the fingerprint reader, moved to the other side of the reader and then reattached.
- The interface to the fingerprint reader is USB only. It connects to one of the USB ports on the back of the display tablet. As the connection is USB only, the fingerprint reader is not supported under DOS.
- The biometric reader is fully supported as a UPOS device and both OPOS and JavaPOS drivers are available.
- Additional information on using the finger print reader, is available in our Keyboard Getting Started Guide available in the RSS Knowledgebase.
Enhanced integrated MSR
The 4852 SurePOS 500 now includes an enhanced 3 track MSR.
MSR Fast Facts:
- The MSR continues to operate in either Keyboard Wedge or RS232 mode, as selected by the slide switch on the underside of the MSR itself and the corresponding 'MSR Communication Mode' setting on the 'Integrated Peripherals' panel in CMOS setup.
- When operating in RS232 mode, the MSR communicates on Com3 at 19200,n,8,1.
- Although the MSR is electrically compatible with previous models, the attach points have been modified and the 4852 MSR is not interchangeable with previous models.
- To enhance ease of use for the operator, the MSR card slot has been angled at 45 degrees.
Pinpad Mount
The 4852 SurePOS 500 now includes an optional pin pad mount, which attaches to the rear of the system unit.
Pinpad Mount Fast Facts
- The mount is designed to accommodate an Ingenico 6550 or Verifone MX870 payment terminal. Other payment terminals with the same mounting pattern may also be compatible.
- The mount also includes an optional extender plate. The extender may be required if the pin pad mount is used in conjunction with a rear 4820 display.
- Other pin pads may work with the existing mount, however if the hole pattern is found to be incompatible and a different configuration is required, an RPQ would be necessary.
- The pinpad mount may not be used in conjunction with the integration tray.
Customizable 'Skins'
The 4852-5x6 now includes attach points to which customizable 'skins' or signage may be attached. This provides the customer with the ability to uniquely brand their 4852 systems and create a custom appearance for their point of sale device.
The metric sizes and the locations of the signage points are described in the Installation Guide, Appendix "C.
System Chipsets and Technical Details:
The following table describes the 4852 entry and premium model technical specifications:
400 MHz FSB, 512KB L2
Memory DIMM Sizes:
Maximum Total (two slots): 2GB
Memory DIMM Sizes:
Maximum Total (two slots): 4GB
1024x768 15-in TFT (2 bulb hi-bright)
|Touch Sensor
Unintentional Touch circuit - vibration sensing
1MB or 8MB pre-allocated for non DVMT systems (DOS)
Pre-allocated memory for non DVMT systems (DOS)
Integrated Stereo Speakers
SATA II HDD Size: 160GB
SATA II HDD Size: 160GB
802.11 Wireless - Via USB Dongle or by ExpressCard Slot
| Biometric Fingerprint Reader - Digital Persona 4500 module
| Biometric Fingerprint Reader - Digital Persona 4500 module
|Integrated 2x20 serial VFD
|Integrated2X20 serial VFD
Audio port for Headphone/Microphone
Stereo Speakers
uSSD flash drive
Size: 4GB
Port: USB header on main board
RMA supported
| RenesasH8 2116 Microcontroller
HW Sensor Alerting and SEL logging
(a) dual channel memory
DDR2 dual channel memory interface. When in dual channel mode the effective memory bandwidth is doubled. The memory interface has four modes of operation:
1. Single Channel Mode - One DIMM installed
2. Single Channel Mode - Two DIMMs of different sizes installed
3. Low performance dual channel mode - Two DIMMs of matching sizes installed
4. High performance dual channel mode - Two DIMMs of matching sizes and identical construction (exact same DRAM ICs) installed
These modes are automatically configured by the system BIOS at power on when the memory is detected.
The need for dual channel memory operation is dependent on the operating system and application. Some configurations will benefit greatly from dual channel mode and on others the difference will not be measurable. Evaluation of the need for dual channel memory operation should be done on a solution by solution basis.
If for some reason the high performance dual channel mode is required, please contact your IBM Sales representative to request an RPQ to ensure that properly matched DIMMs are installed.
(b) LAN LEDs
Left LED States
– Off - 10 Mb mode
– On - 100/1000 Mbit (1000 Mbit premium model only)
Right LED States
– Off - No link
– On - Good Link
– Blink – network activity
Service Processor:
The IBM SurePOS 500 4852-566 features an embedded service processor which acts as a hardware diagnostic aid. The following items are monitored by the service processor:
- Power supply voltages
- CPU Fan/Temperature
- Memory
- Hard Disk
When any of the listed subsystems encounter a problem, the IBM SurePOS 500 4852-566 provides various methods by which to diagnose it:
- An icon on the side of the system illuminates indicating the related subsystem.
- The system event log in BIOS POST, maintains a record of each occurrence.
- RMA (Remote Management Agent) forwards the relevant information to the management console.
This section will provide information about what constitutes a hardware fault.
Fault Conditions
Hardware Faults
Note: When any hardware fault occurs, the hardware fault LED will illuminate on the LCD tablet indicating a failure has occurred.
CPU Fan → The CPU fan is determined to be malfunctioning if both of the following conditions are met:
- The CPU temperature exceeds 74C
- The CPU fan is not spinning for 1 contiguous minute
Power Supply → The power supply is determined to be malfunctioning if it operates out of regulation for 1 contiguous minute.
When a fault occurs, the icon for the power supply on the side of the system illuminates indicating a malfunction and an event is logged in the system event log.
Memory → The memory fault icon will illuminate if the memory fails the POST memory test.
When a fault occurs, the icon for the memory on the side of the system illuminates indicating a malfunction and an event is logged in the system event log.
Hard Disk → The hard disk LED will illuminate if the hard disk fails the POST hard disk diagnostic.
When a fault occurs, the icon for the hard disk on the side of the system illuminates indicating a malfunction and an event is logged in the system event log.
Non Hardware Faults
CMOS Checksum Error → An error is logged in the system event log when a CMOS checksum error occurs.
Primary BIOS ROM Corrupt → If the primary BIOS ROM is corrupted, an error is logged in the system event log.
Please note that the service processor also has resident firmware, it is updated via separate firmware update process.
Rear panel Input/Output - 4852-526 Entry Model:
To access the I/O ports, remove the rear cover. Press down on the small thumb latch at the top center of the cover and swing it out and away from the system unit. The following connections are available:
Note: Hover the mouse over a port, to display a brief description:
Rear panel Input/Output - 4852-566 Premium Model:
Note: Hover the mouse over a port, to display a brief description:
4852-5x6 Serial Ports:
Due to the SuperIO chipset technology used on the 4852-5x6, each serial port supports a discrete I/O address and IRQ. A PCI Serial Port driver package is neither required nor supported. Individual port configuration is performed in CMOS Setup. Please note that the touch I/O Address and IRQ on Com5 is fixed and is not alterable via CMOS Setup.
Default Serial Port Enumeration:
Serial port A ---------------------- Appears as COM1
Serial port B ----------------------- Appears as COM2
Serial port C ---------------------- Appears as COM6
Serial port D (Powered - 9 pin DShell) ----------- Appears as COM4 - Ordinarily used for external customer display
Cash drawer port 3A --------------------- Shares COM4
Cash drawer port 3B --------------------- Shares COM4
Integrated 2x20 Display ---------------- Shares COM4. Internal connector on the system board.
Integrated MSR and 2x20:
The 4852-5x6 MSR and integrated 2x20 are functionally compatible with the MSR and integrated 2x20 used on the 4846 models, however the physical attachment of these devices has changed. This means that the existing 4846 MSR and 2x20 can not be carried forward to the 4852 platform.
By default, the integrated MSR continues to be accessible via Com3 at 19200,n,8,1 and the integrated 2x20 display though Com4 at 9600,n,8,1.
The following table describes the power consumption values for the 4852-5x6 and the advantages gained by utilization of the newly supported deep sleep capability.
Entry Model
Entry Model
1.3 watts
3 watts
Suspend to RAM (S3)
2.2 watts
Standby (S1)
23 watts
36 watts
On (Idle)
39 watts
55 watts
Premium Model
Premium Model
1.5 watts
1.1 watts
Suspend to RAM (S3)
2.2 watts
Standby (S1)
30 watts
67 watts
On (Idle)
50 watts
94 watts
The following serviceability videos show the enhanced serviceability found on both the entry and premium 4852 systems.
An informal album is available for use in technical manuals and presentations.
Prototype units were used in the photos. Functionally they are the same as the production models, however they have a shiny finish. The models we ship have a textured finish, the same as the previous generation SurePOS 500's.
Supported Operating Systems
The 4852-5x6 supports the following operating systems on both the entry and premium models:
- Windows POSReady
- Windows Embedded for Point of Service (WEPOS 1.1 Update)
- Windows XP Professional
- SUSE Linux Enterprise Server v11.0
- System images from previous SurePOS 500 platforms may not be moved directly to the 4852-5x6. It is necessary to perform a new Operating System load.
- Support for additional operating systems may be available via RPQ.
Procedures for installing the operating system and required chipset driver packages are available here.
Required Chipset Drivers:
The following chipset drivers are required on the 4852-5x6 models. The driver install packages may be obtained from the main SurePOS 500 product support page. Please select the link for the platform you are installing.
Each driver package contains its own installation instructions. The default settings provided during the installation are sufficient. The recommended driver installation sequence is as follows. (A reboot between each package install is also advisable).
- Intel® INF Driver
- Ethernet Driver
- Video Driver
- Audio Driver (Premium Model 566 only)
- Touch Driver
Windows Operating System Patches - Please visit the Microsoft Windows Update support site for the latest patches at http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com/
Attention: Failing to install all of the required drivers might have an adverse impact on the stability and/or performance of the system.
Unattended Driver Installation:
Unattended driver installation is also supported. The syntax to perform an unattended driver installation is documented in the readme included with the driver package.
For additional information about 4852-5x6 operating system installations, please reference the 4852-5x6 Operating System Installation Guide:
Available Preloads
The new 4852 models provide enhanced Windows preload capabilities. The O/S version is selected via feature code at the time of product ordering. Please also note the available media types and the schedule at which the different preloads become available.
Please remember to also order a recovery CD when placing a preloaded system order.
Premium Model Preloads:
Preload Media
Availability Date
|Windows POSReady - Primary Modular Flash Drive (MFD)*
Windows POSReady - Primary HDD
Windows XP Pro - Primary HDD
Product GA - 9/18
|Windows Embedded for Point of Service (WEPOS) - Primary HDD
Entry Model Preloads:
Preload Media
Availability Date
|Windows POSReady - Primary Modular Flash Drive (MFD)*
Product GA - 10/16
|Windows POSReady - Primary HDD
|Windows XP Pro - Primary HDD
Windows Embedded for Point of Service (WEPOS) - Primary HDD
*Please note that when the Modular Flash Drive (MFD) is ordered as the primary drive, it replaces the Hard Disk Drive (HDD). An HDD is neither installed in, nor included with, the system. When the MFD is ordered as a secondary drive it is shipped with the system, uninstalled, as a pick pack item. An HDD is present and installed. It is expected that an RPQ providing a method to order an MES HDD, will be made available in the future.
For additional information on RSS Preloads, please reference the Preloads FAQ document.
Several changes have been made to the integration tray offerings for the 4852. To simplify the product structure and make field ordering easier, the 4852 will standardize on the Retail Countertop/Full Size Cash Drawer integration tray. This change provides enhanced capabilities for tray users.
Please note the following:
- The Retail Countertop/Full Size Cash Drawer integration tray will be the only tray offered and it is available on the 4852 as feature code 6129.
- The following additional points should be considered:
- The 6129 tray provides the ability to use either the dual station 4610 printer or the single station 4610 printer.
- A printer filler panel is already included in the tray kit for customers that do not integrate a printer.
- The 6129 tray can be installed on either the full size cash drawer or the counter top.
- The 6129 tray provides the ability to integrate a keyboard. A filler panel is available via feature code 6126, if a keyboard is not used.
- The 6129 tray supports the mounting of a rear 4820 display.
Please also note the following:
- The 4852 can not be mounted in the center of the tray, if the printer is not present.
- The tray does not provide the ability to mount a distributed pole display on the right side of the tray.
- The pinpad mount can not be used in conjunction with the integration tray.
- A new adapter kit, Feature code 6131, which allows usage of the 4852 on previous 4846, 4840 and 4851 retail (with keyboard) integration trays, has also been made available. The kit is not compatible with 4846, 4840 and 4851 food service integration trays.
- The FC 6002 Cash Drawer integration tray used on the 4846 (illustration below) has not been carried forward and is not available on the 4852.
- The FC 6003 Counter Top integration tray used on the 4846 (illustration below) has not been carried forward and is not available on the 4852.
4852-5x6 Weights and Dimensions:
The following tables provide a summary of the dimensional characteristics of the 4852-5x6
Note: All Dimensions are given with the Tablet tilted at 15 degrees from vertical (Tablet parallel with Tower)
Height, mm (inch)
Width, mm (inch)
Depth, mm (inch)
Weight, kg (lbs)
|System -15" LCD
|12.3 kg (27 lbs)
|3-track MSR
|Adds 37 (1.46)
|0.19 kg (0.41 lbs)
|Adds 37 (1.46)
|0.19 kg (0.41 lbs)
|Integrated 2X20
|0.17 kg (0.38 lbs)
|Distributed 2X20
|0.55 kg (1.2 lbs)
|Cash Drawer Mount
Dimensions with Peripherals and Trays are in Appendix "C" of the Planning and Service Guide
Migration Considerations
The peripheral migration matrix can help identify cabling requirements when migrating existing peripherals forward to the 4852.
Features eliminated from the 4852-5x6 Offerings:
The following is a partial list of features eliminated from the 4852-5x6.
- Food Service Integration Tray
- Counter top integration tray.
- Please see the Integration Tray section of the document for additional details.
- Cash Drawer Mounting foot. The cash drawer mounting foot is not needed on the 4852 as the rear 4820 mount can be attached directly to the 4852 system, without it.
Note: Additional feature changes may also apply. Please consult your IBM Sales Manual, the Pictorial Feature Guide and the eConfig tool for a complete listing of standard and optional features available on the 4852.
POS Peripheral Drivers:
The supported POS peripheral driver set for the 4852-5x6 platform is UPOS 1.12.1 or later.
|The onboard service processor monitors several voltages, does it also monitor the +24v printer circuit?
|No, the 24v line can vary significantly under load. The service processor monitors and provides alerts for the 12v, 5v, and 3.3v power supply voltages.
|Is there a headphone detection patch available/required for the premium model? (In order to disable the speakers when a headphone is inserted).
|No, headphone jack detection is automatically enabled in the driver. No additional patches are required.
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|The new and improved Intel chipsets provide a mechanism by which power can be removed from a specific USB port. To disable any given USB port, power is removed from it via CMOS configuration settings. The settings are found on 'Power Management Setup -> Power Port Control' in CMOS Setup.
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Twitter to the Big Board: Score One for NYSE in Battle for Tech IPOs
Twitter is going with the Big Board.
The New York Stock Exchange won the listing of the microblogging website, a big victory in the longtime rivals' battle for the new guard of technology listings. The choice comes about a year and a half after NYSE lost out to Nasdaq on the Facebook listing, which was marred by delays and glitches when the social network made its trading debut.
Landing Twitter burnishes NYSE's claim as a home for internet and social-media companies. At the same time, issues with Facebook's debut don't seemed to have hurt Nasdaq's listing business, either.
Since Facebook started publicly trading in May 2012, there have been 119 companies that have chosen the NYSE as their primary stock listing, while the Nasdaq has been home to 121 new listings, according to data compiled by Dealogic.
In the tech sector, specifically, 23 companies have chosen NYSE, while 25 have elected to go with Nasdaq.
In considering which exchange to choose, companies often look at the costs associated with listing on a particular exchange as well as the promotional efforts the exchange will make to raise a company's profile, including events like the NYSE's or Nasdaq's opening and closing bell ceremonies. Exchanges also offer a variety of other services, such as investor relations.
NYSE Euronext, which owns the NYSE, and Nasdaq OMX Group Inc., owner of the Nasdaq, have battled for years for some of the top stock listings, offering incentives such as co-branding possibilities and prime advertising space.
Both exchanges have scored big wins over the years when it comes to Internet listings. In 2011, NYSE nabbed LinkedIn and Pandora Media In 2012, it won the listings of Workday, Tableau Software and this year it got Trulia
For Nasdaq, big winners in 2011 included Groupon and Zynga In 2012, SolarCity and Kayak Software listed with Nasdaq. And this year, RetailMeNot and FireEye picked Nasdaq for their primary listings.
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The Newton High School football team picked up a very important win last week over Union, and they are hoping that victory could help propel them into the post season.
Last Friday's 25-0 shutout of the Yellowjackets was the first region win for the Tigers since head coach Tim Moore took over the program three years ago.
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This week's Read This Next title is Good Offices by Evelio Rosero, translated from the Spanish by Anne McLean and Anna Milsom, and coming out from New Directions next week.
Good Offices is the second novel by Evelio Rosero (after The Armies, 2009) to be published by New Directions. It's also the first to be translated by Anne McLean in collaboration with Anna Milsom.
In Good Offices, we are released into the world of Tancredo, a hunchback who has a deep fear of becoming an animal. Tancredo, the sexton's goddaughter (Sabina Cruz) and the three witchlike widows work for a corrupt priest providing charity meals for the local poor. Their endless labor has drained them of their humanity. Their daily routines are soon to be broken, however, with the arrival of a new priest: Father Matamoros, a drunkard with a beautiful voice whose sung mass is spellbinding to all. Under the magical and disillusioning presence of Father Matamoros, the women and Tancredo spill their confessions and turbulent stories.
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He has a terrible fear of being an animal, especially on Thursdays, at lunchtime. "I have this fear," he says to himself, and glimpses his hump reflected in the window. His eyes wander over his eyes: he does not recognize himself. What an other! He thinks. What an other! And examines his face. "On Thursdays," and then, "this Thursday, especially, when it's the old people's turn." Tuesdays for the blind, Mondays for the whores, Fridays for families, Wednesdays for the street kids, Saturdays and Sundays for God, or so says the priest.
Additionally, we posted an interview between Dan Vitale and Anna Milsom, which is definitely worth reading in full:
DV: How did you discover the book?
AM: Well, I met Anne at the BCLT summer school too—it must be a decade or so ago. We had a lot of fun and have stayed in touch since. Two years ago I was running a literary translation evening class at London Metropolitan University where I now teach and I invited Anne to come in as a guest speaker. She had Los almuerzos in her bag and suggested we might see about doing the translation collaboratively—I leapt at the chance, as you may imagine. Anne had already translated Rosero's The Armies and together they had won the UK's Independent Foreign Fiction Prize, so it felt pretty amazing to be discussing the possibility of working with such a formidable team. I got hold of the book as quickly as I could and the first thing I did was fall for the swooping rush of the prose. The second thing was to wonder how on earth to render it in English. Or perhaps I did those two things simultaneously. Translators read in a very special and peculiar way, I think, taking in the words as both readers and writers at the same time. It becomes hard not to do this, even when you're reading purely for pleasure.
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Evelio Rosero's first novel to be translated into English since his award-winning The Armies takes place on a much smaller scale than that hallucinatory story about the damaging effects of civil war in Colombia. Good Offices, lighter in tone and slighter than The Armies, documents the events of a single day in a single location: a Catholic church in Bogotá. The tale is told through the eyes of Tancredo, a young man with a hunchback, who assists the priest of the church, Father Almida, as an occasional acolyte but mainly by running the daily free lunches the church offers to the city's neediest residents: "Tuesdays for the blind, Mondays for the whores, Fridays for families, Wednesdays for the street kids, Saturdays and Sundays for God, or so says the priest."
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This team is the only one I know of who can lose a starting quarterback and can insert a back-up who is potentially more dangerous than the one we just lost. I want to see Cardale do much better then he has this year so far but I would be lying if I didn't say I want to see Braxton come in Saturday and light it up as an encore to his already legendary career! He is without a doubt one of the greatest and most unselfish team players in the history of this team and the sport itself. He will be sorely missed after this year. Go Bucks!
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I remember not all that long ago a young quarterback by the name of Troy Smith took over for a hurt Justin Zwick. Everyone thought Zwick was the man and we were doomed. Can anyone refresh my memory on how that turned out?
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Early Bird Deal for Whistler Blackcomb Lift Ticket Edge Card Extended
Whistler Blackcomb has extended their early bird sales period for the 3, 5 and 10 day lift ticket Edge Cards until May 13. The original deadline for the sales of the Edge Cards was set for May 6. The current price breakdown for the early bird prices are as follows…
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Spring skiing is available until May 27th, all Edge Card holders are able to purchase a spring add-on pass for $79 which grants unlimited skiing until the mountain closes for the season. The construction of the new chairlift does limit the terrain for spring skiing, however there is still lots of open terrain to enjoy.


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