Abstract
This IDC study provides residual value forecasts for Sun' s high-end and
midrange SPARC VI, SPARC VII, UltraSPARC, and UltraSPARC T2 servers. The study
explains the current market conditions that are affecting the value of used
hardware on the secondary market, and what future technological changes will
further impact these values. We explore the factors impacting this portion of
the server market and the technology changes expected over the next several
years. This information helps those who invest in hardware assess their risk
and provides guidance on the amount of residual value that is expected to be
realized at the end of lease term.
"Sun has announced new UltraSPARC T2 products and Enterprise server models this
year with much fanfare; however, concerns about recent layoffs and changes in
the schedule for Rock still linger. We will be monitoring any road map
adjustments and their possible impact on market values." - Susan G. Middleton,
research director, Technology Financing Strategies.
Table of Contents
- Table of Contents
- IDC Opinion
- In This Study
- Situation Overview
- Financial Overview
- Server Market Share for 1Q08
- Product Announcements
- New UltraSPARC T2 Models
- Debut of New Enterprise Models
- Table: Sun Microsystems Server Residual Value Forecast, January 2008-January 2013
- Future Outlook
- Residual Value Assumptions
- Table: Sun Microsystems Server Specifications, July 2008
- Table: Sun Microsystems Workstation Specifications, July 2008
- Secondary Market Trends
- Table: Fair Market Values for Sun V Series
- Essential Guidance
- Learn More
- Related Research
- Synopsis
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