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Galaxy introduces single slot GeForce GTX 260 Graphics Card

Bob — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 16:07:52 +0000

Generally graphics cards usually adopt dual-slot or even triple-slot cooler design. However, Galaxy Microsystems has pushed the limits of engineering recently and they unveiled the first and only GeForce GTX 260 with a single-slot air cooler.

The company did so by designing the card with Vapor Chamber heat sink technology or VC. Vapor chamber technology is nothing more than liquid being evaporated in one chamber to cool and condensed back to a liquid in another chamber to restart the cooling process over.

Not much in the way of details other than a few leaked images and some sketchy specs that have recently surfaced on the Internet, but were going to pass on what we know.

The slim and long graphics card features a 55nm GT200b GPU, 216 Processing Cores, 896MB of GDDR3 memory, a heatsink that makes use of Vapor Chamber technology, and two 6-pin PCIe power connectors.

The Galaxy GTX 260+ most likely has DVI and HDMI or DisplayPort outputs, and probably GPU, shader and memory clocks of 625, 1350 and 2000 MHz, respectively. Galaxy’s upcoming graphics card will provide its users with support for some of NVIDIA’s well-known technologies, including PhysX, SLI or CUDA-support.

The card’s price tag and release date have not been revealed.

Update: it is now here

Photo’s courtesy of INPAI.

A-DATA XPG Series Modules Fully Compatible with ASUS P55 Motherboards

Bob — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 01:41:20 +0000

A-DATA Technology Co., Ltd., a worldwide leading manufacturer in high-performance DRAM modules and flash application products, today announces that its XPG series DDR3 DRAM modules are fully compatible with ASUS P7P55D series and ROG Maximus III series motherboards. Once again, A-DATA has established an undisputed industry-leading position.

Moreover, in order to present the leading position and technology alliances between two major players in the IT industry, A-DATA and ASUS have demonstrated together their latest products for Intel P55 platform at ASUS P55 Technical Seminar. During this event A-DATA showcased its XPG series DDR3 DRAM modules including the Plus Series DDR3-2200+ 4GB dual channel kit, which adopts 2oz copper PCB (printed circuit board), while ASUS presented the P7P55D series and ROG Maximus III series motherboards.

“Satisfying various PC users’ needs is always our mission. A-DATA continues to provide multitude choices of DRAM module to the market with industry-leading technology,” said Action Chen, Deputy Project Manager of A-DATA XPG business unit. “Our industry-leading XPG series DDR3 DRAM modules are ready to bring the gamers, professionals, and overclockers to the next era of PC performance with ASUS P7P55D series and ROG Maximus III series motherboards.”

“Adopting the Intel P55 chipset and Xtreme Design, ASUS P7P55D and ROG Maximus III Series motherboards enable various PC users to meet their desire on performance,” said Joe Hsieh, General Manager of ASUS Motherboard Business Unit. “With the fully compatible XPG series DDR3 DRAM modules, the performance and stability of the motherboard can be optimized to the next level.”

A-DATA XPG series DDR3 DRAM modules for Intel P55 platform includes:
XPG Gaming Series DRAM module – Offers gaming-class stability for daily gaming and computing with multitude choices ranging up to DDR3-2200 MHz.

XPG Plus Series DRAM module – Designed to offer the PC enthusiasts, professionals, and overclockers to experience the advanced performance. Adopting the superior cooling design to improve the performance and greater stability, this series offers various speeds up to DDR3-2200 MHz.

XPG Xtreme Series DRAM module – Offering up to DDR3-2133 MHz extreme speed and engineered with heavy aluminum heatspreaders these modules squeeze out the hidden power in your computer at its highest stability with enhanced cooling solution.

Availability
A-DATA XPG series DDR3 DRAM modules for Intel P55 platform are now distributed through selected distributors and resellers.

Sapphire Announces Pure AMD 785G Motherboard

Bob — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 20:30:26 +0000

SAPPHIRE Technology has just released a new feature packed mainboard based on the highly acclaimed 785G chipset from AMD, supporting the latest AMD Phenom ll processor families with DDR3 memory and on-board DX10.1 graphics as well as PCI-Express 2.0.

The SAPPHIRE PURE 785G (part number PI-AM3RS785G) is a fully featured mainboard in standard microATX format combining the powerful AMD 785G Chipset and AMD SB710 south bridge. Two DIMM slots support up to 8GB of DDR3 1333/1600 memory and there is an on-board 128MBit DDR3 sideport memory. The integrated high speed 3GB/s SATA hard drive interface caters for up to 6 devices with optional RAID functions, and there is also an Ultra DMA IDE connector. On board features include GigaBit LAN and 6-channel HD Audio with 3D audio capability as well as support for up to 8 USB 2.0/1.1 devices.

The 785G chipset has integrated graphics, equivalent to an ATI 4200 series graphics card, giving full DX10.1 support for the latest games and software. The on board UVD decodes BluRay and HD DVD content smoothly with low CPU loading. DVI, VGA and HDMI outputs are provided on the backplate. Alternatively the 16-lane PCI Express 2.0 slot can be used to install high end graphics cards. Two additional 32-bit PCI slots provide additional expansion capability.

Quality is at a premium with this mainboard, which uses high-polymer solid electrolyte aluminium capacitors with extended operating temperature range for high reliability. The advance power control on this mainboard design provides stable operation for the latest AMD AM3 processor families. Designed for low power consumption, the board uses ATI PowerPlay and AMD PowerNow 3.0 with Cool n’ Quiet technologies to give the maximum performance when needed, and save power when it is not, thus delivering a superior “Green PC” experience.

The PC-AM2RS785G joins the existing SAPPHIRE range of AMD compatible mainboards which include the successful PURE Crossfire 790GX series and the PURE Element 740G for the budget conscious. Details can be found in the mainboards section at Sapphiretech.com.

DFI releases LANParty DK P55-T3eH9 Motherboard

Bob — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 18:03:58 +0000

DFI is launching their LANParty DK P55-T3eH9 motherboard for Intel Socket 1156, complete with Creative X-Fi extreme audio and BIOSecure crash recovery technology. Equipped with Industrial grade technology, DFI LANParty motherboard is great choice for enthusiasts in terms of performance and quality.

This time, DK P55-T3eH9 does not only deliver brilliant performance, but also includes several exclusive and advanced technologies to satisfy user’s needs. Accommodating Intel newest single chipset, P55, DK P55-T3eH9 comes with processor socket of LGA 1156. It also supports dual channel DDR3-1333 express memory. As for its unique features, DK P55-T3eH9 is provided with exclusive “ABS II” CPU auto upgrade technology, pioneering digital PWM of high power efficiency , as well as superior extreme cooler design. What is more, DK P55-T3eH9 adopts Creative X-Fi extreme fidelity technology and BIOSecure technology, providing marvelous audio and 100 % recovery of BIOS crash.

Via exclusive “ABS II” CPU auto upgrade technology, DK P55-T3eH9 can save around 35% budget for high degree CPU, when still rendering the same high performance. Without complicated set-up steps, CPU performance can be improved automatically as system is turned on. In addition, with the pioneering digital PWM, the power efficiency of DK P55-T3eH9 is much higher than traditional one’s. By virtue of this, energy can be saved all the time. Besides, more stable power can be provided and then component lifespan can be extended.

To offer crystal clear audio, in addition to Realtek ALC885 which supports 8 CH audio with high S/N ratio of 105 dB, DK P55-T3eH9 incorporates Creative X-Fi extreme fidelity technology. Thus, users can derive enjoyment as if they are in the theater from watching movies at home. In games, the superb sounds are so real to help players locate enemies merely by listening. This kind of awesome experience with rich and crystal clear surround sounds should not be missed!!

Another highly useful feature of DK P55-T3eH9 is BIOSecure technology which enhances BIOS protection to 100%. In the aim of avoiding all the nuisances resulting from BIOS damage, LANParty designs BIOSecure in DK P55-T3eH9. As long as users download BIOS in other computer and connect it with the computer of damage BIOS via a Mini-USB port, even without power-on BIOS still can be updated. Apart from other solution of back-up BIOS, BIOSecure provides a user-friendly solution and 100% recovery from BIOS damage. Users do not worry about the crash when both BIOS malfunction.

LANParty DK P55-T3eH9 contains extreme cooler design, including sintered heat pipe with tin-soldering and pure copper heat-spreader so as to lower system heat more efficiently and then render stable and high performance. Moreover, express power eSATA and convenient back-panel Clear CMOS button are designed in the motherboard. DK P55-T3eH9 also supports SLI and Crossfire multi-graphics technology and uses exclusive Intel GbE express LAN chip. With these fabulous designs and pioneering technology, you will be impressed by DK P55-T3eH9 !

About DK P55-T3eH9

1.Intel® P55 Express Chipset
2.Supports Intel® Processors
in the LGA 1156 Package
3.Supports Dual CH DDR3
800/ 1066/ 1333
4.3 PCI Express Slots
Supports SLI & CrossfireX
5.7.1 CH HD Audio + Creative X-Fi
6.ABSII，CPU Auto Upgrade Technology
7.BIOSecure Technology，100% Recovery
from BIOS Damage
8.Digital PWM, Providing High Power
Transforming Rate

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