Penguin Solutions, Inc. announces that it will change the name of its subsidiary, Stratus Technologies, to Penguin Solutions effective April 23. Accordingly, Stratus Technologies Japan, Inc. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President: Yoshitake Matsumoto; hereinafter referred to as "Stratus Technologies Japan") will change its name to Penguin Solutions, Inc. on April 23, 2025 (Wednesday). Since its establishment in 1986, Stratus Technologies Japan has provided high availability, non-stop computing solutions to the Japanese market for nearly 40 years, contributing to the continuous operation of many businesses and social infrastructure as a leading company in non-stop computing. Additionally, Stratus, Inc. became a group company of SGH (which will change its name to Penguin Solutions in October 2024) in 2022. Moving forward, as Penguin Solutions, we will strive to play a significant role in business innovation by providing not only non-stop technology but also innovative AI infrastructure solutions.

Through collaborative solutions, we achieve the essential 24/7 continuous operation and easy management in the medical field. Stratus Technologies announces that it will begin offering the medical device integration platform "TQMO-XA" in combination with the non-stop edge computing "Stratus ztC Edge," in collaboration with Tecmo LLC, which creates a medical ICT platform that connects and utilizes information across medical systems, starting August 22, 2024. This is the optimal data platform for medical settings that require 24/7 operation. "TQMO-XA" offers the following benefits: - By converting medical data into a compatible format, it connects various medical devices and enables vendor-free data integration. - By incorporating various data and performing centralized operations, it enhances the freedom of output data design, allowing for outputs tailored to devices and treatment teams. - Operating on "ztC Edge" enables the system to run stably 24/7 while reducing the workload of system administrators.

Based on over 40 years of expertise and innovation in non-stop computing, our fault-tolerant technology offers seven nines (99.99999%) availability, high performance, excellent maintainability, and easy management. Stratus Technologies has announced the next-generation non-stop computing platform, Stratus ztC Endurance. This product achieves seven nines (99.99999%) availability through intelligent fault tolerance technology that predicts failures, and incorporates the latest generation technology components such as the 4th generation Intel Xeon Scalable processors to enhance performance. Additionally, it provides excellent maintainability with a platform that integrates software and hardware for non-stop operation, enabling proactive health monitoring and maintenance without stopping mission-critical applications. The new features and characteristics of this product are as follows: ■ Advanced predictive technology ■ Exceptional protection features ■ Excellent maintainability ■ High processing capability

"Achieving High Availability and Operability in Production Management Systems at Factory Sites Without System Administrators" In order to support production innovation and technology succession at Daido Rubber Co., Ltd., a manufacturer specializing in industrial rubber hoses, the zero-touch edge computing platform "Stratus ztC Edge" has been adopted as a stable data utilization foundation. It has been announced that nearly two years since the new system went live in March 2021, it continues to operate without any issues while supporting factory sites without system administrators. The introduction of this system has resolved the challenges previously faced by the company, including the "lack of a stable data foundation to stabilize supply and demand in small-lot production of various types" and the "operational rate issues of the production management system that supports manufacturing." Key points of adopting "ztC Edge" are as follows: ■ "High availability" that ensures business operations do not stop even in the event of a failure ■ "Zero-touch" operation that does not require system technicians, making fault replacement and operational management easy with plug-in capabilities ■ Achieving a high ROI (return on investment)

- Simple, protective, and autonomous edge platform security and high availability significantly reduce the operational management burden on IT personnel. - We are pleased to announce that the IT system managing the shipping operations of Zip Co., Ltd., which develops a business centered on logistics support services, has adopted Stratus Technologies' non-stop edge computing platform "Stratus ztC Edge." With redundancy and high availability, it has been operating without any issues for 1 year and 10 months since its launch. In addition to ROI, ease of use, and compact design, "ztC Edge" meets the requirements for Zip's operations. Since its launch in February 2021, "ztC Edge" has been operating without any troubles for 1 year and 10 months. This impressive record of being "non-stop" has been highly valued, leading Zip to sequentially introduce "ztC Edge" at each of its locations. Currently, 4 sets are in operation, and the introduction of 2 more sets is underway.

This seminar is an on-demand broadcast of the seminar held on June 9, 2022. In response to the prolonged COVID-19 pandemic and the shortage of personnel on-site, the movement towards automation and labor-saving measures that do not rely on manual labor is accelerating in manufacturing and logistics environments. Digital transformation (DX) cannot wait! The key to success lies in visualizing production status using IIoT, utilizing AI for inspection and analysis, and automating logistics through automated warehouses and AGVs. Additionally, it is essential to ensure the stable operation of systems that serve as the foundation for data utilization. In this seminar, we will introduce points to consider for DX in manufacturing and logistics, steps for solving challenges, and solutions along with case studies of implementations. ★ Key points we want to convey in this seminar: ◎ Insights into solving challenges in manufacturing and logistics environments based on extensive system construction experience. ◎ The benefits of one-stop construction from equipment installation to infrastructure, wiring, IT/OT networks, and systems. ◎ What kind of edge environment is necessary for processing large amounts of data in real-time?

"Achieving up to 50% performance improvement, the ideal non-stop server for edge environments in industries, distribution, and financial services." Stratus Technologies has announced the next-generation non-stop edge server, Stratus ftServer. This model achieves up to a 50% performance improvement compared to its predecessor, offering optimized computing power and reliability for industrial sites and edge data center environments. ■ New features of the 11th generation ftServer - Support for the latest operating systems, significant security enhancements, and provision of support and patches. - NVMe SSD – Supports up to 1.6TB NVMe SSDs, enabling faster storage, making it ideal for high-performance applications such as real-time analytics and machine learning. - Intel Cascade Lake Intel Scalable Processors – Supports Intel's 2nd generation Xeon Scalable processors with a clock frequency of 2.2GHz and 10 to 36 CPU cores, catering to AI and IoT workloads.

Stratus Technologies has announced the release of an updated version that enhances the features of the ztC Edge series (ztC Edge 100i and ztC Edge 110i). The release of the new version allows for even more efficient deployment and provisioning of edge computing platforms, enabling installations across multiple sites in a shorter timeframe. Additionally, the inclusion of new management features, along with enhanced security functions and performance improvements, will reduce operational and maintenance costs, minimize the risk of data loss, and ensure high availability for all business-critical system operations. New features of Stratus ztC Edge products: ■ Enhanced manageability ■ Enhanced security ■ Improved performance (For details, please refer to the attached materials) Sales start date: June 16, 2020 (Tuesday) Product price: List price: 1,900,000 yen (excluding tax) *Includes the main unit for 2 nodes, Stratus Redundant Linux, accompanying cables, DIN rail/wall mounting kit, and quick start guide.

Stratus Technologies announced that its high-reliability edge computing platform product, "Stratus ztCTM Edge," has been certified under Amazon Web Services' (AWS) device certification program, "AWS IoT Core." The AWS IoT certification clearly demonstrates to partner companies and their customers that the devices can interoperate properly and consistently. By using AWS IoT, customers can easily integrate Stratus ztC Edge into AWS-based cloud environments, seamlessly collecting and analyzing data generated at the edge in the AWS cloud environment. This enables reduced development time and simplified system management. Customers' IoT solutions can be combined with hardware and software that have been pre-validated and confirmed to work with AWS IoT devices. For more details about this collaboration, please visit the AWS IoT Core page on the AWS Partner Device Catalog website.

Stratus Technologies has announced the release of version 2.2 of Stratus Redundant Linux (SRL), an enhanced version of the operating system for Stratus ztC Edge, along with the preview version of ztC Advisor, a new integrated edge system management solution. These enhancements will improve infrastructure performance and uptime, reduce time to value, and ensure simple and secure autonomous business operations. ■ Product Availability - Stratus Redundant Linux is standard on Stratus ztC Edge. Version 2.2 will be available as a free software update on Stratus's website starting December 8 (Tuesday). - ztC Advisor is being offered for free as a preview version. The pricing and timing for the official version to be announced in the future are yet to be determined.

The initiatives aimed at production innovation in manufacturing sites (digital transformation) such as automation, efficiency improvement in field operations, system safety and stability, remote operation, and advanced data utilization are accelerating further due to the impact of COVID-19. In this online seminar, manufacturing equipment and machinery manufacturers will introduce how they can solve challenges and meet the requirements of manufacturing industry customers through new technologies like edge computing to advance production innovation in the COVID era, along with case studies. Key points to be conveyed in this seminar: ■ By incorporating edge computing, it becomes possible to solve the challenges faced by equipment manufacturers and provide manufacturing equipment with high added value for customers! ■ The effects of remote support technologies that assist the field during the COVID era on operation monitoring, maintenance, and management will be immediately evident! ■ What are the simple methods to enhance the value of equipment and improve operational rates through virtualization and high availability? ■ Introduction of actual examples of transitioning to a service-oriented model that leads to business expansion for equipment manufacturers.

*This is an on-demand broadcast of a seminar held on June 22, 2021.* **Content** In the prolonged COVID-19 pandemic, the movement towards smart factories that do not rely on manual labor in production sites is accelerating. However, are you getting lost in chasing immediate results and repeatedly conducting small-scale Proofs of Concept (PoC)? The key to successfully transforming into a smart factory lies in establishing the right IoT infrastructure. Leading manufacturers are taking concrete steps in this area with an eye on the future and are beginning to see results. The focus is on SCADA, which connects IT and OT. In this seminar, we will introduce what SCADA, the core of smart factory transformation, is, what challenges it addresses, and best practices for building IoT infrastructure. In the case study session, we will present the challenges faced by user companies and their specific initiatives. Key points we want to convey in this seminar: - The solution to manufacturing challenges is the construction of a "correct IoT infrastructure" using SCADA. - What is the global method for building IoT infrastructure? What are the key points for utilizing it in your own company? - Introduction of case studies - Q&A session

This seminar is an on-demand broadcast of the seminar held on February 22, 2022. The environment surrounding Japan's manufacturing industry is changing significantly every day due to factors such as the COVID-19 pandemic, digitalization of factories, and a quantitative shortage of human resources. Many manufacturers share a common understanding of the need to address DX (Digital Transformation) and SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) and ensure business continuity. In this context, the Edgecross Consortium, an open edge platform, collaborates with its 380 member companies to solve challenges in manufacturing sites. In this seminar, we will introduce solutions that create new added value centered around edge computing, which bridges the manufacturing site and IT, based on the rich knowledge possessed by the Edgecross Consortium regarding various challenges in the manufacturing industry. ◆ Program 14:00 - 14:05 Opening Remarks 14:05 - 14:25 Overview of Edgecross and Approaches to Solving Challenges in Manufacturing 14:25 - 14:45 DX for the Food Manufacturing Industry Aimed at by Edgecross 14:45 - 15:05 Discussion Session 15:05 - Edge Computing that Supports the Utilization of On-Site Data Without Stopping

~ A medical business system that does not stop operations strongly supports high-quality healthcare and operational efficiency ~ We are pleased to announce that the Stratus ftServer, a non-stop server that achieves continuous availability 24/7, has been adopted for a new medical business system at "Migita Hospital," a designated secondary emergency medical institution in Tokyo and one of the key medical institutions in Hachioji City during the COVID-19 pandemic. Since its operational launch in July 2020, it has continued to operate stably. At Migita Hospital, the high-end model of "ftServer," the "ftServer 6900," along with fault-tolerant storage "ftScalable," has been adopted as the foundation of the new medical system accompanying the relocation and expansion of the health check-up department "Migita Clinic." A total of five business systems, including the health check-up system, re-visit reception/consultation display server, and business file server, are operated on virtual servers. The new medical system seamlessly integrates with Migita Hospital's existing systems, achieving centralized management of medical information.