Rebirth of the Tech Madman

For Tang Huan, the undercurrent on Apple's board of directors was just a small episode. (top) (dot) novel x.

To put it simply, regardless of the profit or loss, this issue only involves his private money, but has no impact on the company.

As for Robert and his ilk, maybe the power he relies on behind him has a background, but he himself is just a little flea, so don't worry about it.

You know, Tang Huan has already become one of the upper-class celebrities in the Greater San Francisco area, and even California, and there are many people to contact, so there is no time to waste energy on him.

Because my aunt was so quiet and thoughtful, he had already gone to Singapore when he was still in Europe, and Deng Lijun also took the child back to Los Angeles to prepare for the concert, so Tang Huan simply stayed in Cupertino.

With the advancement of the 386 plan, the main semiconductor components required for the mass production of the second-generation Fangyuan computer also need to make procurement plans early.

At present, memory and -6502, -z80 two 8-bit CPUs can find a second source of supply in Japan, and Tang Huan no longer needs to worry about potential suppression.

However, the tel 8086 and tel 8086 used in the 386 plan are currently only supplied by the original factories of Intel and Motorola in the United States.

In the original time and space, after the ibm- came out in August 1981, its sales volume was 25,000 units that year, reaching 190,000 units in 1982, and directly climbing to 700,000 units in 1983.

From this, it is not difficult to deduce how many CPUs IBM has purchased from Intel, and by comparison. Tang Huan still needs a CPU for a game console.

so. Taking advantage of the fact that ibm has not fully driven the value of microprocessors. Properly hoarding a certain amount of cpu is still very cost-effective.

Perhaps, he can still beat the rabbit with grass and grass - by the way, according to his own wishes, he can avoid the technology export control of the United States and bring the authorization of the second manufacturer to Japan.

As for the main body of the purchase, of course it is EA, a money-absorbing monster, even if it just bought 40% of the shares of United Artists. You can still use a lot of funds, and take advantage of the current hot money to rush into this industry, so it's not for nothing.

After a meeting and discussion, Tang Huan decided that the first batch of purchases would be 50,000 Intel 8086 and Motorola each, and the subsequent batches would depend on the results of the negotiations.

Intel is in Silicon Valley, so it was naturally the first contact. But before meeting Intel President Andy Grove,

Tang Huan inquired about Intel's recent situation. Because some former Intel engineers set up seeq company with their own funding, and produced it. Provoked Intel's prosecution.

In case he was not prepared, he was sprayed by Grove, who was furious. Not good.

Tang Huan did his homework and was really ready. After meeting with Grove, before his butt was warmed up, the other party said bluntly: Tang, there is a seeq company in Silicon Valley that seems to have funds with you. exchanges, but its technology belongs to our Intel.

Sorry, Andy, I did invest in seeq, but I really don't know why it's so complicated, and it even involves patent disputes. Tang Huan smiled wryly, You know, my product The local needs, and you seem to be more conservative in the consideration of maintaining profits, so when I heard that there is a company that can mass-produce moderately priced ones, I got involved.

It's really that simple? Grove's face was uncertain.

Of course. Tang Huan shrugged calmly, Aside from other things, my company still purchases all kinds of memory from Intel as usual, so it should be called a star customer.

The reason why Tang Huan spoke so confidently is because he bought a lot of things from Intel.

Due to its early start and strong technical strength in the semiconductor industry, Intel's production process has always been mature and stable, and its products are well-known for its excellence, so Tang Huan had to hold his nose and endure high prices for purchases.

Electronic products have always had an unspoken rule. Products sold in different regions have different versions. For example, Walkman has European version, Asian version, etc., and the Xiaobawang game console is also unavoidable. Naturally, different batches will be produced. When using different parts, Intel's products are designed to cope with this situation, otherwise all Japanese products would have been used long ago.

Tang Huan was an actor, and he did a good job of saving face. Grove saw that he was sincere, so he didn't go any further.

Of course, the actual situation is that everyone is a clear-headed person, and they are well aware of this in the market, and they must know how to weigh the pros and cons.

If possible, I will try my best to persuade seeq and Intel to reach a settlement. After all, we all rely on technology for a living, and we should respect each other's labor achievements. After Tang Huan said a few words without pain, he changed the subject, Dao made it clear.

50,000 Intel 8086s. Grove muttered, with a look of surprise flashing across his face.

He is quite familiar with the hardware products in the hands of the big customer in front of him. Both the Xiaobawang game console and the Apple function expansion card have at least one; the 6502 architecture cpu, its consumption of the cpu is simply outrageous. It's hard to use your brain.

Thank you for your patronage, we will give you the best discount. After expressing his attitude, Grove asked tentatively, Have you developed a new product?

Naturally, otherwise, why would I purchase it? Tang Huan smiled and said leisurely: This is only the first batch, but what I am worried about is that your main energy is now on the production of memory, micro-processing The proportion of the device business is not large, so is there sufficient guarantee for its production capacity?

You don't have to worry about this problem. Intel is capable of solving any production problems. Grove waved his hand arrogantly.

In my opinion, it's safe to have a second manufacturer. Tang Huan stared at Grove, Don't refuse in a hurry, I heard that IBM has approached you. I guess, it should be related to the CPU. According to Big Blue’s consistent requirements for suppliers require a second manufacturer, and it is very difficult for Intel to refuse this cooperation. Therefore, it will be a matter of time before a second manufacturer appears.”

You really know a lot. Grove snorted angrily, Could it be that you plan to invest in building a factory for production?

This job is too professional, I can't do it. Tang Huan shook his head modestly, I'm asking on behalf of the Japanese company. You know, they are very rich now.

Sorry, I can't answer you immediately on this matter. Grove said slowly.

It doesn't matter, I have the patience to wait. Tang Huan stood up and said goodbye, before leaving, he left a sentence, I am also very interested in Motorola's, which is a quasi-32-bit CPU. (To be continued.. )\u003c/dd\u003e

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