Wednesday, February 23rd 2011

ECS Reveals the Latest AMD APU HTPC Platform- ECS HDC-I

Elitegroup Computer Systems (ECS) releases the latest motherboard HDC-I with built-in the newest AMD E-350 dual-core APU and E-240 single-core APU powered by AMD Hudson M-1 chipset; also, E-350/E-240 APU combining the Radeon HD 6310 graphics inside enable users to experience more breathtaking home theater moment with less power consumed which would only be under 22watts (TDP). ECS HDC-I uses all solid capacitor for better quality and longer durability. So that ECS HDC-I is the best choice to "green" your Home Theater Personal Computer (HTPC) power for less price.

ECS HDC-I motherboard with AMD E-350/E-240 provides the impressive graphics performance for users who want to try the latest AMD Fusion (APU) technology. ECS HDC-I also supports UVD 3 and DirectX○R 11 without a discrete graphic card. No matter users want to fully indulge in home theater moment or require thrilling gaming power, ECS HDC-I motherboard not only provides up to 3 VGA output choices- HDMI, DVI, and VGA to give users the unbelievable time for multimedia aims but also equips 8 channel HD audio and S/PDIF output to inspire users' senses.
Mighty Slim ECS HDC-I
For the trend of saving space and energy, ECS works hard to provide the most ideal motherboard for HTPC. Within the mini-ITX size of ECS HDC-I motherboard, ECS does not neglect users' high expanding expectation. ECS HDC-I even supports expansion as dual ports USB 3.0, eSATA, and SATA 6 Gb/s to enjoy the fastest transportation speed; One Mini PCI-E slot enables users to expand devices such as SSD, Wireless Lan Card and so on. In addition, Bluetooth enhances the interaction between HTPC and mobile devices. Besides, the fan-less heat sink helps to achieve more heat dispersion. Last but not least, the smart EZ Charger USB port provides the breathtaking speed especially for APPLE users. Not restricted by its size, there are full functions in rear I/O panel.

ECS HDC-I motherboard combining the latest AMD APU technology with abundant features and specifications (as below chart) is the ideal product for building up your own HTPC. ECS HDC-I has its debut at CeBIT 2011. Please visit Hall 17, E60, ECS booth during CeBIT 2011 March 01-2011 March 05 or visit ECS website or contact your local sales for more information.
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14 Comments on ECS Reveals the Latest AMD APU HTPC Platform- ECS HDC-I

#1
ThomasK
Finally some Fusion solution which uses a tiny passive cooler.
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#2
Unregistered
I wanna play with one of these (E350)
With a PCI-E SSD
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#3
cdawall
where the hell are my stars
lol that looks like a chipset cooler off of my 890GX board
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#4
Imsochobo
cdawalllol that looks like a chipset cooler off of my 890GX board
I think its too small lol!

singlecore.. well, I think we might see some seriously small htpc in the future!
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#5
timta2
I don't know if it's just the picture but that VGA connector sure looks crooked! You can see the outline marking on the board below the connector.
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#6
cdawall
where the hell are my stars
timta2I don't know if it's just the picture but that VGA connector sure looks crooked! You can see the outline marking on the board below the connector.
boards warped from the heatsink mounts
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#7
_JP_
Looks nice, I wonder when I will be able to turn one of these into a decent LAN Party mini rig.
REAR Panel
  • 1x RJ45 USB LAN Connector
Uhm...what?
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#8
[H]@RD5TUFF
but can it play Crysis ? :slap:

All the same any idea on pricing ?
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#9
cdawall
where the hell are my stars
[H]@RD5TUFFbut can it play Crysis ? :slap:

All the same any idea on pricing ?
actually it can :nutkick: :laugh:
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#10
[H]@RD5TUFF
cdawallactually it can :nutkick: :laugh:
I doubt that, given it's only slightly more powerful than a top of the Ion, and if it could not at a resolution worth playing at.
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#11
Jstn7477
[H]@RD5TUFFI doubt that, given it's only slightly more powerful than a top of the Ion, and if it could not at a resolution worth playing at.
Considering people around here and Youtube have played Crysis on a P3 600MHz and a PCI GeForce 8400 GS, this should be able to *run* it at least.
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#12
Frick
Fishfaced Nincompoop
I just wish more companies would go for the nano ITX standard.
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#13
[H]@RD5TUFF
Jstn7477Considering people around here and Youtube have played Crysis on a P3 600MHz and a PCI GeForce 8400 GS, this should be able to *run* it at least.
Perhaps so, but again not at a decent resolution.
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#14
sy5tem
SOLD! lol i can replace my xbox as a media center with this! plus i can just screw this under the desk hahahaha! nice
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