http://www.techpowerup.com The latest Hardware and Gaming News Tue, 09 Feb 2010 16:29:38 -0600 http://www.techpowerup.com/rss/logo.jpghttp://www.techpowerup.com en w1zzard@techpowerup.com (W1zzard) http://www.techpowerup.com/114895/Seagate_Ships_World_s_Highest-Capacity_Most_Reliable_SFF_Enterprise_HDDs.html
As the industry's only fourth generation, field-proven, 2.5-inch HDD designed for the enterprise, Savvio 10K.4 also features Protection Information for enhanced protection of data-in-flight, a self-encrypting drive (SED) option for the ultimate protection of sensitive data-at-rest and PowerChoice, which allows the Savvio 10K.4 hard drive to deliver improved power savings during idle.

]]> btarunr@techpowerup.com (btarunr) Tue, 09 Feb 2010 08:20:21 -0600 8af8c10744c0f53f01d474777721cd65 http://www.techpowerup.com/114894/Silicon_Power_Announces_the_New_Helios_101_Series_USB_Flash_Drives.html
Distinguishing itself from Silicon Power's four other product lines: Touch, LuxMini, Ultima and Unique series. The aim of the Helios series is to complement the existing product lines so Silicon Power can offer users a complete range of USB flash drives. Whether you are in the market to buy a USB flash drive for speed, looks, practicality or the ultimate flagship model, Silicon Power's got it all!

]]> btarunr@techpowerup.com (btarunr) Tue, 09 Feb 2010 08:14:10 -0600 b991219172b179630661a7d3e7a2a712 http://www.techpowerup.com/114890/AMD_to_Sample_32_nm_Processors_Within_H1_2010.html
Some of the most notable announcements in AMD's presentation is that the company will begin sampling the chip to its industry partners within the first half of 2010. The Llano die will be build on a 32 nm High-K Metal Gate process. On this process, each x86 core will be as small as 9.69 mm². Other important components on the Llano die are a DDR3 memory controller, on-die northbridge, and a DirectX 11 compliant graphics core derived from the Evergreen family of GPUs. The x86 cores are expected to run at speeds of over 3 GHz. Each core has 1 MB of dedicated L2 cache, taking the total chip cache size to 4 MB.

]]> btarunr@techpowerup.com (btarunr) Tue, 09 Feb 2010 06:49:16 -0600 629d50b21bd25e27dcc1b84823c18404 http://www.techpowerup.com/114889/Sapphire_Announces_its_Low_Profile_Radeon_HD_5570_Accelerators.html
The SAPPHIRE HD 5500 series is based on the latest graphics architecture from the ATI division of AMD, the second generation of GPU to be built in its 40nm process. It supports the advanced graphical features of Microsoft DirectX 11, and delivers superb video clarity and visual effects, whilst consuming very low power levels.

]]> btarunr@techpowerup.com (btarunr) Tue, 09 Feb 2010 06:13:07 -0600 522d4d133937ce9485e174e1ff665f8a http://www.techpowerup.com/114888/PowerColor_Announces_New_HD_5570_and_HD_5550_Series_Accelerators.html
Also, PowerColor includes a special version in the latest HD5500 series lineup, HD5570 low profile edition. With a single-slot low profile design, HD5570 low profile edition enables smooth frame rates at HD setting, delivers vivid HD experience while watching Blu-Ray videos and other HD contents. It is the best choice for small form factor and home theater PCs.

]]> btarunr@techpowerup.com (btarunr) Tue, 09 Feb 2010 06:06:48 -0600 5096941f3f4d1cf4d5a3b3127d7a1494 http://www.techpowerup.com/114887/MSI_Announces_its_R5570-MD1G_Graphics_Card.html
The brand new MSI R5570-MD1G features as low-profile design to fit the HTPC conventionally with limited space, especially for smaller or slim cases. On the other hand, the low-profile design is good for thermal dissipation to facilitate interior air ventilation. Ultimately, the mini size of R5570-MD1G makes installation much easier and more convenient.

]]> btarunr@techpowerup.com (btarunr) Tue, 09 Feb 2010 05:58:32 -0600 513238e175636bcea306e5ef8899bdd7 http://www.techpowerup.com/114886/Spire_Introduces_RFID_Enclosure_for_SSDs_and_HDDs.html
]]> btarunr@techpowerup.com (btarunr) Tue, 09 Feb 2010 05:52:15 -0600 66c218de79abd7115e3f93d485d69f46 http://www.techpowerup.com/114884/ATI_Radeon_HD_5570_Graphics_Brings_a_Big_Visual_Experience_to_Small_Form_Factor_PCs.html
"AMD recognizes that small form factor PCs are becoming more popular and low profile graphics upgrade options have been limited to date," said Matt Skynner, vice president and general manager, AMD Graphics Division. "Customers purchasing small form factor PCs are looking for improved performance while gaming, watching HD video or working with the latest productivity applications. The ATI Radeon HD 5570 graphics card delivers all of this at a price that won't break the bank."

]]> btarunr@techpowerup.com (btarunr) Tue, 09 Feb 2010 05:38:39 -0600 2a5ce8a3519ce4ee106de47758080afd http://www.techpowerup.com/114806/Walton_Chaintech_Launches_its_SSD_Convertor_and_CF_606X_High_Speed_Memory_Card.html
The all-new Walton Chaintech Apogee SSD Convertor is built to a standard 2.5" hard disk form factor. It features the high speed SATA II transfer interface and can simultaneously support up to two CF cards on top of Raid 0 and Raid 1 disk array functions. Users can choose to combine the capacity of two CF cards or use them as mirror disks to achieve higher data security based on their own needs. The Apogee SSD Convertor is superior in function to the traditional SSD. The Apogee SSD Convertor is capable of reaching 55MB/sec in actual data read test, which is significantly faster than the 46MB/sec performance of current mainstream 5400-rpm hard disks in terms of transfer efficiency. By choosing high capacity CF cards, users will substantially increase storage capacity without having to replace the convertor, and this greatly boosts the product's scalability.

]]> btarunr@techpowerup.com (btarunr) Mon, 08 Feb 2010 07:51:42 -0600 08c37fe5f452312ade1dfe18f646d98c http://www.techpowerup.com/114798/Club_3D_Unveils_Radeon_HD_5850_Overclocked_Edition.html
The cooling system involves a large heatsink with aluminum fins, to which heat is conveyed by four heat pipes. A centrally-located fan blows air on to it. The Radeon HD 5850 GPU is DirectX 11 compliant, features 1440 stream processors, and connects to 1 GB of memory on this card, across a 256-bit GDDR5 memory interface. The display connectivity, we presume, resembles that of the reference design, with two DVI-D, and one each of HDMI and DisplayPort connectors. Club 3D is yet to announce its price.



Source: TechConnect Magazine]]> btarunr@techpowerup.com (btarunr) Mon, 08 Feb 2010 05:46:26 -0600 fd05852e1f0c147dcf212e91372aee1d http://www.techpowerup.com/114794/Samsung_500GB_External_HDD_Available_Pre-loaded_with_‘Michael_Jackson_s_THIS_IS_IT_.html
Timed with the DVD and Blu-ray Disc release of 'Michael Jackson's THIS IS IT', the pre-loaded external HDD will be available at major European retailers from February 22, 2010.

"We are excited to present this movie starring Michael Jackson, the greatest entertainer of all time, pre-loaded on the Samsung S2 Portable," said H.S. Lee, Vice President, Storage Marketing, Samsung Electronics.

]]> btarunr@techpowerup.com (btarunr) Mon, 08 Feb 2010 04:29:39 -0600 5841189d54f92f4fe4310a75d879ba99 http://www.techpowerup.com/114793/Koolance_Intros_CPU-360_Water_Block.html
]]> btarunr@techpowerup.com (btarunr) Mon, 08 Feb 2010 04:16:38 -0600 ddb73fe6bef77cadd154311ae4b159fd http://www.techpowerup.com/114792/Active_Media_Products_Debuts_MotKey_Key_Shaped_USB_Drive.html
Styled after a car key, this key drive will blend in on any keyring while accommodating up to 8GB of data. "The MotKey is shock- and scratch-resistant, and will look cool on any keychain", commented Active Media Products' VP of Sales, Jerry Thomson. This product is compatible with Windows, Linux and OS X. It measures just 2.9 x 1.2 x 0.5 inches (73 x 30 x 13 mm). AMP includes a keyring and cord with the MotKey.

]]> btarunr@techpowerup.com (btarunr) Mon, 08 Feb 2010 03:46:00 -0600 ef0c8de0dfb7f9e47da3b2c4e43c51d7 http://www.techpowerup.com/114614/Business_PCs_Arrive_with_New_Intel_Core_vPro_Processor_Family.html
The Intel Core vPro processors arrive as business computing evolves with the emergence of video, Internet telephony, social networking and other heavyweight applications - in many cases running at the same time - making a computer's performance an even bigger priority.

]]> btarunr@techpowerup.com (btarunr) Fri, 05 Feb 2010 11:45:56 -0600 d66272561f93823fb551239e615e65b2 http://www.techpowerup.com/114607/ASRock_Readies_USB_3.0_and_SATA_6_Gb_s_Equipped_P55-Deluxe3_Motherboard.html
Expansion slots include two PCI-Express 2.0 x16 (electrical x8 when both are populated), a PCI-Express x1, and two PCI slots. Both NVIDIA SLI and ATI CrossFire, are supported. Other connectivity options include 8+2 channel audio with SPDIF connectivity, gigabit Ethernet, eSATA, FireWire, and a number of USB 2.0 ports. The ASRock P55 Deluxe3 should be priced somewhere in the $180~$200 range.



Source: TechConnect Magazine]]> btarunr@techpowerup.com (btarunr) Fri, 05 Feb 2010 10:18:48 -0600 2c203cf480837c7d4cc600888956e97f http://www.techpowerup.com/114601/Thermaltake_Launches_Next_Generation_Toughpower_XT_PSU_Series_with_Enhanced_Wattage.html
The four models of the new Toughpower XT series are all 80 PLUS Bronze certified, they come in four versions with 575W, 675W, 775W and for demanding power users and hardcore gamers with 875W. All of this ensures that even power-hungry setups run at highest efficiency, thereby helping you to effectively save real cash on your next electricity bill while at the same time doing something good for the environment.

]]> btarunr@techpowerup.com (btarunr) Fri, 05 Feb 2010 08:31:34 -0600 47cba62162eb9ea175d906d22491574f http://www.techpowerup.com/114594/NZXT_Unveils_Line_of_Premium_Cables_and_Performance_Fans.html
"For the avid PC enthusiast, effective cable management is a significant, yet time consuming stage of the build" said Johnny Hou, Chief Designer at NZXT. "Our new line of premium cables eliminates the need to sleeve cables on your own and provides a simple solution that will enhance aesthetics, improve cable management and increase airflow so internal temps remain low . Additionally, our new high performance fans provide our enthusiast community additional options when choosing effective airflow for their rig."

]]> btarunr@techpowerup.com (btarunr) Fri, 05 Feb 2010 05:57:49 -0600 25735c5c372b9b07e63d5a996b8430be http://www.techpowerup.com/114592/MSI_Announces_Wind_U160_Notebook.html
MSI Notebook Marketing Director Sam Chern explains that the Wind U160 is a hi-tech, high-fashion product of MSI's outstanding craftsmanship. The Wind U160's energy-saving 10-inch LED display boasts a reaction time of just 8 millisecond, twice as fast as any other comparable product. The U160 also incorporates MSI's unique Chiclet keyboard, a seamless touchpad and other innovative design features. Besides being attractive to look at and convenient to use, the Wind U160 has a battery run-time in excess of 15 hours, enabling users to keep working all day without having to worry that they may run out of power.

]]> btarunr@techpowerup.com (btarunr) Fri, 05 Feb 2010 05:52:01 -0600 e84fed768b8f7b769bd218061b472631 http://www.techpowerup.com/114588/Club3D_Announces_its_Silent_Radeon_HD_5450_Graphics_Accelerators.html
Club 3D HD 5450 is available first in two different versions, a 512MB DDR2 and a 1024MB DDR3 model. Both models clock with 650MHz core speed and 800MHz memory speed (DDR2 model) and 1337MHz (DDR3 model). With a maximum power consumption of ~20 Watt, the Club 3D HD 5450 consumes less power than previous generation graphics cards, and makes it the best performance and features combination with the lowest power consumption ever offered in the market.

]]> btarunr@techpowerup.com (btarunr) Fri, 05 Feb 2010 04:22:44 -0600 8fb06948e1e830ddc2d2199ce995ac42 http://www.techpowerup.com/114587/XFX_Unveils_Radeon_HD_5450_Accelerator.html
Do more on your PC with ATI stream technology, which accelerates even the most demanding applications. See more with ATI Eyefinity technology, providing the ultimate gaming experience by allowing up to three displays from a single graphics board.

]]> btarunr@techpowerup.com (btarunr) Fri, 05 Feb 2010 03:31:43 -0600 90bb9087d207dd0daa6139de353c3adc http://www.techpowerup.com/114530/PowerColor_Introduces_Go_Green_HD_5450_Series_Graphics_Cards.html
With full range support of DirectX 11 and Windows 7, Go! Green HD5450 series provides a stunning high-definition entertainment experience from Blu-ray playing or other HD resources. Also, with the support of ATI stream technology, Go! Green HD5450 allows GPU to work with CPU to accelerate applications beyond just graphics, but also enables a faster and easier daily application experience.

]]> btarunr@techpowerup.com (btarunr) Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:34:53 -0600 136b1034544fdaf8ce9d1c45c14502f1 http://www.techpowerup.com/114529/VIA_Launches_Pico-ITXe_Platform_for_Fleet_Management_Devices.html
Designed for easy integration into the dashboard of any vehicle, this new fleet management hardware platform provides the advanced x86 backbone necessary for today's advanced fleet and logistics management applications including fuel management, active scheduling, advanced routing, asset monitoring and the latest emergency, safety and rescue features.

]]> btarunr@techpowerup.com (btarunr) Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:24:31 -0600 6394e304a686d9bd0c0bf2fbede3be4c http://www.techpowerup.com/114528/MSI_Announces_R5450_Series_Silent_Low-Profile_Graphics_Cards.html
]]> btarunr@techpowerup.com (btarunr) Thu, 04 Feb 2010 04:53:19 -0600 946b656620286beea9d58a29d1587d10 http://www.techpowerup.com/114527/HIS_Introduces_HIS_Radeon_HD_5450_Series.html
The HIS Radeon HD 5450 Series is designed to give you stunning high definition entertainment from your PC, whether Blu-ray/HD DVD discs or other HD sources. Gamers will get an uncompromising Microsoft Windows 7 experience, play the most popular games online and watch HD video with incredible realism. Besides, it consumes less than 20 watts under full load, eliminating the need for an external power connection and making installation snap.

]]> btarunr@techpowerup.com (btarunr) Thu, 04 Feb 2010 03:44:39 -0600 5f60469cb56fdde4bda3858824fc550b http://www.techpowerup.com/114525/AMD_Announces_ATI_Radeon_HD_5450_Graphics_Accelerator.html
]]> btarunr@techpowerup.com (btarunr) Thu, 04 Feb 2010 03:35:12 -0600 e10747f816f2eb4d277c631ed499a0d5 http://www.techpowerup.com/114472/Sapphire_Readies_Radeon_HD_5450_Low-Profile_Accelerator.html


Source: ArabHardware.net]]> btarunr@techpowerup.com (btarunr) Wed, 03 Feb 2010 12:51:29 -0600 09f49ab616a66b2ae7d435c4c17893f3 http://www.techpowerup.com/114466/MSI_Announces_Classic_Series_CX620_and_CR620_Notebooks.html
Sam Chern, MSI Notebook Marketing Director, claimed that the latest models of MSI Classic Series come equipped with the New 2010 Intel Core processor. CX620 is embedded with the ATi Radeon HD5470 discrete graphics card including 1GB DDR3 display memory. Via MSI exclusive GPU Boost and ECO power saving technologies, users can switch among different display modes and various scenes as necessary, which enables high-quality video/audio, processing efficiency and long battery life at the same time."

]]> btarunr@techpowerup.com (btarunr) Wed, 03 Feb 2010 11:25:44 -0600 6deef5f642e6685635ba0df23f913860 http://www.techpowerup.com/114451/NEC_Display_Solutions_Adds_Eco-Friendly_Desktop_Display_to_AccuSync_Series.html
The energy-efficient 17-inch AS171 display consumes 21% less power than its predecessor. It shares the certifications of its AccuSync siblings, an EPEAT Silver rating, and ENERGY STAR 5.0 and TCO 5.0 compliance, giving users confidence that these displays are environmentally preferable purchases. The monitor's 2-step ECO Mode technology allows users to maneuver between two energy-savings modes, while its ergonomic tilt function brings users flexibility and enhanced comfort.

]]> btarunr@techpowerup.com (btarunr) Wed, 03 Feb 2010 07:29:22 -0600 2d408b05e41426d36071a978f3c86dd0 http://www.techpowerup.com/114442/Sharkoon_Presents_the_Rebel9_Series_Successors.html
]]> btarunr@techpowerup.com (btarunr) Wed, 03 Feb 2010 05:40:09 -0600 dee9a59144b062b0532baef63828d916 http://www.techpowerup.com/114439/Patriot_Announces_Sector_5_DDR3-2250_MHz_Dual-Channel_Memory_Kit.html
"Our goal is to provide the hardcore enthusiast with a performance module that is actually going to perform at the specified timing with stability", says Les Henry, Patriot's VP of Engineering. "Consumers can feel confident that what we advertise for our speeds and timing is true to the specifications. Additionally, users can expect headroom to reach faster speeds. We have been able to hit speeds over 2400MHz with these modules in our lab."

]]> btarunr@techpowerup.com (btarunr) Wed, 03 Feb 2010 05:17:26 -0600 2d76b54ba6edfbfbf547c7c2e76ed586