——Ni Hao. H3C does not have a lot of their own IP in storage, they use things from Falconstor and others. The H3C storage business is primarily a channel operation – and I don’t think that changes. HP will put more technologies into the H3C channel – such as LeftHand and Ibrix, etc. and H3C will find that any of their IP (current or in process) will find a welcome home back at HP. So I don’t think that HP is looking to “cut” the H3C storage line – instead they will probably rationalize it from a business perspective and find the best set of products/technologies at the best price for the market. Great question! Steve

1.The contrast between the old city and the new industrial section was very pronounced- both architecturally and culturally.
2.I have never drank so much tea in my life; 3 hour meetings in a West Lake tea house, experiencing 14 varieties of tea, served in tall glasses, accompanied by mixed nuts and fruit. Thoughts of Nixon and 1972 came to mind.
3.The executive briefing center was something to behold. Every imaginable switch and router on display with the décor of an ultra modern museum. It was clear to me that they were building a product portfolio that was intended to be sold throughout the world eventually.
4.The employees were very passionate and assertive; for them this was more than a job and paycheck, it was a life’s purpose. They were also exceptionally gracious hosts. They struck me as the kind of people that would work 24 hours a day to get the product out the door while sticking to very high quality standards. I witnessed bedding (not beds) throughout the facilities. People would sleep briefly then go back to work.

Looks like the HP sales team will be quickly armed with product. They should be prepared to entertain requests to offer assistance in the field, in any theatre.