Zotac Beefs-Up GeForce GTX 200 with 15+3 Phase VRM Design
Armed with a creative engineering department, Zotac is in the news for innovating a new graphics card PCB design every now and then. For NVIDIA's GeForce GTX 200 series alone, the firm developed several performance and value oriented PCB designs. It decided to up the ante with a new single-GPU PCB design that is compatible with all GTX 200 series GPUs from NVIDIA, and is out with a GeForce GTX 260-based model out for the Chinese market. The new PCB focuses on strong power circuitry that allow high stability for overclocking. The 12-layered PCB is jam-packed with high-grade power circuitry, which ensures the GeForce GTX 260 GPU runs at 800 MHz out of the box, with even more overclocking headroom to spare.
To begin with, the vGPU portion consists of a lavish 15-phase digital PWM circuit with Renesas LFPAK MOSFETs, BL high-capacity PWM chokes, and Panasonic SP-CAP, flatbed capacitors and a dedicated VRM controller. The vMem portion has a 3-phase power circuit that uses the same kinds of components as the vGPU, and has its own VRM controller. The PCB draws auxiliary power from PCI-E 8 + 6 pin connectors. It holds place for two more memory chips indicating that the same PCB could be used for a GeForce GTX 285 based SKU in the future. On the outputs front, a DVI-D, HDMI, and D-Sub make for the card's connectivity. The new Zotac GeForce GTX 260 model will be cooled by an Arctic Cooling Accelero Extreme GTX cooler. It is made exclusive for the Chinese market, with a price of RMB 1399 (US $205). Technical data from its electical-testing can be viewed here.
Source: Expreview
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(PR) NEC Unveils MultiSync EA231WMi, First 23 inch 16:9 LCD with IPS Panel
NEC Display Solutions will be launching the first 23" screen with IPS technology in 16:9 format in autumn 2009. The MultiSync EA231WMi combines excellent image quality in high resolution (full HD) with low energy consumption and its wide screen format enhances productivity. Another innovation for NEC desktop displays is the DisplayPort interface for future-proof digital connectivity. Priced at a similar level as conventional 19" or wide 22" models it offers more display area to work with several applications at the same time. The monitor comes with TCO 5.0 certification and is therefore ideally suited for professional use.
With IPS technology the EA231WMi offers outstanding viewing angle and image stability which will be appreciated by all office users. Alongside its high-quality panel technology and award-winning design, the MultiSync EA231WMi also provides all the technical benefits of the EA series. These include integrated speakers, 110mm height adjustment and pivot as well as a USB hub. Additional environmental protection is achieved by an ambient light sensor for optimum screen brightness and energy usage at all times. The display features the latest Energy Star 5.0 and TCO 5.0 certification, with TCO 5.0 being one of the world's highest standards for ergonomics and environmental friendliness. This makes the EA231WMi the perfect office monitor from an ecological, economic and ergonomic point of view.
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(PR) MSI Announces CX700 and CR700 Notebooks
MSI announces the release of the 17" C series CX700 & CR700 notebook computers. Featuring MSI's unique wedge-shaped design with streamlined 45 degree angled edges. With powerful multimedia capabilities, these notebooks offer unlimited mobility & classic design with audio and video features that will make the ground feel like its shaking beneath your feet.
MSI new Classic C series CX700 & CR700 feature the latest generation Color Film Print Technology, which protects the external shell while creating vivid crystal patterns, which when viewed from different angles, reveal unique layered lines. Whether at home or on the go, for business or pleasure, the CX700 & CR700 radiate a minimalist classic elegance that defines today's fashion-conscious lifestyles.
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(PR) Thecus Introduces Unbeatable Convenience with Next Generation AJAX User Interface
Experience a whole new level of network attached storage convenience. Thecus has introduced its next generation user interface using AJAX framework*, an interactive and dynamic window between Thecus NAS and its users.
If you are already familiar with Windows or MAC operations, the new AJAX interface from Thecus will be no stranger to you. Both the administration and web disk interfaces are easy-to-use and extremely user-friendly. It maximizes convenience by simplifying web-based operations. For example, when you want to add users to certain user groups, simply drag users and drop them to designated groups using your web browser - just like in Windows. With more animations and features on the AJAX interface, Thecus introduces unbeatable convenience to both home and office users.
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NVIDIA BIOS Editor (NiBiTor) v5.1 Released
NVIDIA BIOS Editor, better known as NiBiTor, received an update today. The popular NVIDIA graphics card BIOS modification utility has been updated to version 5.1, with a slightly expanded GPU support list, and a number of minor bug fixes. NiBiTor adds support for the following GPUs:
- GeForce GTS 160M
- GeForce 9800M GTS 1 GB
- GeForce GTS 250
- GeForce GTX 275
DOWNLOAD: NiBiTor v5.1
Source: MVKTech
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MSI N260GTX Lightning Strikes 1.1 GHz Core Clock Speed Mark
It looks like MSI's beating the drums about military-grade superiority of its N260GTX Lightning over its competitors has finally come to bear some fruit. Renowned enthusiast hipro5 from Greece set a new GPU core clock-speed record for the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260, with a stress-stable 1100 MHz, with its shader domain clocked at 2205 MHz. Aided with an Intel Core i7 975 XE clocked at 5.57 GHz (HTT disabled, 4 GB DDR3 memory clocked at 2064 MHz DDR), the bench stood Aquamark with scores of 392,063 points (GPU score: 71,955, CPU: 40,070). The score validation can be found here The memory of the graphics card remained at its stock frequency of 999 MHz. The same bench at slightly lower speeds of 1070/2205/999 MHz (core/shader/memory), ran 3DMark03 stable, scoring 73461 points. The stock cooler of the N260GTX however, was excluded from this feat. The HWBot record reveals that the graphics card was cooled using a liquid-nitrogen (LN2) cooler.
Source: Expreview
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Biostar's Intel P55 Lineup Detailed
With Intel's LGA-1156 Ibex-Peak platform weeks away from launch, like most major motherboard vendors, Biostar its compatible motherboard lineup ready, top to bottom. The company has at least three motherboards based on the Intel P55 chipset for the first wave, two in its mid-range T-Series, and one high-end T-Power series. The lineup starts with the T-Series T5 XE, continues with T-Series TP55 XE, and ends with the T-Power I55.
The T-Series T5 XE is a low-frills model that relies on the chipset's stock feature-set for the most part. The CPU is powered by a 4+2 phase power circuit, and the memory by a 2-phase circuit. The expansion slots are standard issue, two PCI-E 2.0 x16 slots that are electrically x8 when both are populated with video cards, two each of PCI-E x1 and legacy PCI, six SATA II ports routed to the chipset, an additional controller driving the IDE, one gigabit Ethernet connection, and 8-channel audio. Simple anodized aluminum heatsinks cool the chipset and a portion of the board's VRM area.
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(PR) MSI Unveils CX600 and CR600 Classic Series Notebooks
MSI has supplemented its classic C series notebook computers with two new 16 inch models, the CX600 & the CR600. Both devices feature wedge-shaped designs with streamlined 45 degree angled edges and optical drive & I/O ports designed with a clean, minimalist style. A distinctive imprint finish on the lid interacts with light to provide ever-changing patterns thanks to MSI's Color Film Print technology. Inside, the touch pad area is treated with sturdy, scratch resistant material that gives off a luminescent shine and brings classic design and functionality into daily life-ideal for entertainment, learning, and business applications.
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