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SilverStone's Old-School Workstation Case Packs 15 Drive Bays for Unlimited Storage Expansion

SilverStone has just launched the Seta H2, a full‑tower workstation case that prioritizes raw storage over flashy lighting or tempered glass, delivering a nostalgic nod to late‑1990s designs. In its 70‑liter interior, you can fit up to 15 HDD thanks to seven removable brackets behind the front panel that accept both 2.5 and 3.5‑inch drives, two extra mounts on the interior panel, a conventional two‑bay cage in front of the power supply, two 2.5‑inch slots behind the motherboard tray, and a final bracket that holds either one 3.5‑inch or two 2.5‑inch drives. Despite this staggering drive capacity, the Seta H2 still accommodates E-ATX and SSI-EEB motherboards, virtually unlimited CPU cooler heights, and graphics cards up to 428 mm long, with only a 330 mm clearance requirement if a side-panel radiator or a drive bracket is installed at the GPU level.

An eight‑slot expansion area and support for power supplies up to 289 mm round out its component flexibility. Cooling is handled traditionally with space for three 120 or 140 mm fans up front, one in the rear, two 160 mm or 140 mm fans on top, and two 120 mm fans on the side, plus removable brackets that let you mount a 360 or 420 mm radiator at the front or top (up to 65 mm thick). The all-steel and plastic chassis, weighing 15.2 kg, also features front I/O with USB-C, two USB 3.0 ports, and HD audio. Pricing starts at around €200 in Europe, and around $216 in the US.

AV Access Unveils iDock B10: The Ultimate 8K Dual Monitor KVM Docking Station for Gaming

AV Access, a leading provider of Pro AV and AV over IP solutions, proudly announces the launch of the iDock B10 8K KVM switch docking station. As the newest addition to its acclaimed iDock series, the iDock B10 is purpose-built for gamers and performance-driven users who demand ultra-smooth visuals, fast switching between devices, and a clean, efficient setup. Whether for competitive gaming, content creation, or hybrid work, the iDock B10 delivers a seamless dual-computer experience on a single dual-monitor workstation.

The Best KVM Switch Docking Station for Gaming
The iDock B10 is ideal for gamers who want to switch between a gaming desktop and a laptop without the hassle of reconnecting cables or peripherals. With just one keyboard, mouse, and dual-monitor setup, users can control both systems instantly—keeping their battle station clean and ready for action.

PNY Unveils New DUO LINK V3 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C OTG Flash Drive

Today PNY announced the latest in its OTG Flash Drive assortment, the DUO LINK V3 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C & Type-A. Encapsulated in a premium metal housing are extensive storage and extreme performance capabilities, ideal for professionals. Paired with dual USB-C /USB-A connectors for maximum compatibility, this contemporary matte black swivel design drive is the ideal choice for on-the-go users looking for ultimate versatility, speed, and storage.

Lightning-Fast Performance
Experience professional-grade performance with PNY's DUO LINK V3. Engineered with the latest USB 3.2 Gen 2 technology to achieve extreme speeds up to 1,000 MB/s read and up to 800 MB/s write, an astounding 265x faster transfer speed than standard USB 2.0 flash drives. Transfer files in a flash with this blazing-fast performance, ideal for advanced tech users and the most demanding applications.

Antec Announces Vortex View AIO CPU Coolers

Antec Inc., a global leader in high-performance computer components and accessories, proudly announces the launch of the Antec Vortex View, an advanced All-in-One (AIO) liquid cooler engineered for enthusiasts who demand both performance and personalization. The Vortex View sets a new benchmark for cooling design and user interaction, featuring a 360° rotatable 5-inch IPS display, that delivers crisp system stats, real-time performance metrics, and custom visuals—viewable from any angle. Whether mounted vertically or horizontally, the display adjusts seamlessly to fit the setup.

The Vortex View is also tuned for platform-specific thermal performance, ensuring optimal cooling across both AMD and Intel configurations based on mounting direction. Behind the display is an integrated addressable backglow, designed to subtly illuminate surrounding components and fully controllable through the iUnity software platform.

TP-Link Launches TL-WR3002X Wi-Fi 6 Compact Travel Router

TP-Link Systems Inc., a global leader in networking and smart home solutions, continued its expansion into the rapidly growing travel router market with the launch of a premium Wi-Fi 6 travel router, the TL-WR3002X. Building on the success of its predecessor, the TL-WR1502X, the TL-WR3002X delivers cutting-edge dual-band Wi-Fi 6 technology, enabling faster wireless speeds and greater capacity for a multitude of connected devices, whether at home or on the road.

The TL-WR3002X is designed to meet the needs of frequent travelers and families seeking reliable, high-speed internet access. Equipped with a 2.5 gigabit WAN port, a 1.0 gigabit LAN port, a USB 3.0 port, a microSD reader supporting up to 512 GB, and a USB-C power supply, this compact and efficient router boasts endless connectivity and versatility for any scenario. Its advanced VPN compatibility, supporting OpenVPN, WireGuard, PPTP, and L2TP standards, provides users with enhanced privacy and security, making it an ideal solution for staying safely connected anywhere in the world, whether working remotely abroad, browsing on public Wi-Fi or relaxing on your next cruise.

NComputing Launches RX540 Thin Client Powered by Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 Platform

NComputing, a global leader in thin client computing solutions, announces the launch of its RX540 thin client, powered by the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 platform. This state-of-the-art device offers a substantial leap in CPU performance, memory bandwidth, and local GPU performance.

Optimized for a wide range of Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) and Desktop-as-a-Service (DaaS) solutions, the RX540 provides an exceptional blend of functionality, performance, and affordability. By optimizing LEAF OS on the CM5 platform, NComputing has built a thin client that delivers performance on par with traditional x86-64 endpoints while maintaining cost-effectiveness, enhancing multitasking capabilities and boosting productivity across the board.

GALAX Launches Metal Master Dark Guard PC Case

We spotted via IT Home a fresh PC case just released by GALAX under the name "Metal Master Dark Guard", a new case that works with both ATX and microATX (back connectors supported) motherboards. The case keeps the look of the Metal Master series, with clean lines and a nice beveled design. It also has a big tempered glass side panel that gives you a clear view of internal components. The case internal design shows special attention to cooling, as GALAX mentions that they put it through multiple airflow tests. It can fit up to eight 120 or 140 mm fans, and one 240/260/280 mm radiator which makes it great for high-end gaming PCs. The design has a smart air duct system to keep things cool, and there's plenty of room inside to make cable management easy. One cool thing about the design is that the USB 3.0, and Type-C connectors are placed at the front-bottom. This helps keep the overall look clean by hiding cables away from the user's eyes while keeping the airflow clean.

The case can fit the latest hardware components, including the new RTX 50 series graphics cards or any graphic card up to 400 mm long, and standard power supplies. GALAX has priced the Metal Master Dark Guard at 249 yuan about $35, at least that's the price on Asian markets. If it reaches Western markets around $50 it can be considered a viable option for those on a tight budget.

SilverStone Intros the FLP01 Retro-Inspired HTPC Chassis

SilverStone's iconic GD09 HTPC chassis has been a beloved industry favorite since its debut in 2012. Even with technological advancements that have led to larger components and increased heat output to support more demanding tasks, the GD09 remains celebrated as the top choice for HTPC setups.

At Computex 2023, SilverStone delighted attendees by showcasing the GD09 in a retro-inspired design. Taking cues from the NEC PC-9800—a Japanese PC introduced in 1982—the chassis was reimagined with a beige cream aesthetic, evoking nostalgia while seamlessly blending into any living room environment.

GL.iNet Shows Off Upcoming Wi-Fi 7 Routers at CES 2025

Most of you might be familiar with GL.iNet as a manufacturer of cheap travel routers intended to share a hotel Wi-Fi connection with, but the company has expanded to more capable devices over the past couple of years and it's Flint 2 Wi-Fi 6 router has been a popular option, especially as it runs a fork of OpenWRT, but native support for OpenWRT is in the late stages of development. At CES the company was showing its upcoming Flint 3 router—also known as the GL-BE9300—although unfortunately we weren't given any more specs than the company has already shared in terms of what hardware is under the hood, this is as far as we're aware, the first time the Flint 3 has been publicly shown. That said, the model number suggests this should be a tri-band router that will most likely deliver up to 5760 Mbps on the 6 GHz band, 2880 Mbps on the 5 GHz band and finally 574 Mbps on the 2.4 GHz band. This somewhat disappointingly suggests that the router could be limited to a 2x2 antenna configuration on all three bands, if 320 MHz channel width is supported on the 6 GHz band. In terms of announced features, the Flint 3 is said to come with multi-WAN support that can do failover or load balancing, VPN client and server support and at least a pair of 2.5 Gbps LAN/WAN ports carried over from the Flint 2.

Also on display was the Slate 7 or GL-BE3600 which is GL.iNet's first Wi-Fi 7 travel router. This is most likely a 2x2 dual-band 2.4 and 5 GHz router with speeds of up to 2882 Mbps for the 5 GHz band and 688 Mbps for the 2.4 GHz band. It too will offer VPN support and this is GL.iNet's first small form factor router with dual 2.5 Gbps ports. It is powered via a 12 Volt USB-C port and it has a USB 3.0 that can most likely be used for data sharing or a USB data dongle. The Slate 7 also appears to have a small LCD around the front that can generate QR codes to make it easier to connect to it. Finally GL.iNet showed off a new product range with the Comet—or GL-RM1 if you prefer—which the company refers to as an "open-source remote KVM". This connects to your PC or laptop via HDMI and USB to enable the KVM part and then the Ethernet port of the device is connected to your network to allow you to remotely access the computer. This is being touted as failsafe means of being able to access a system remotely, be it a PC, server or any other device with and HDMI port, although some precautions would have to be taken against the system losing power. It's a neat solution that isn't easy to DIY and hopefully it'll be priced reasonably, like most of GL.iNets products. All three products are expected to launch later this year.

ASUS Announces ProArt PA401 Wood Edition Chassis

ASUS today announced the ProArt PA401 Wood Edition chassis, a smaller variant of the ProArt PA602 Wood Edition that can fit high-performance PC components, keep them cool under load, and look stylish while doing so. For those who want a thermally optimized case with visual luster and all the home and lifestyle-focused essentials they could ask for in a more space-saving form factor, the PA401 delivers.

The ProArt PA401 Wood Edition is an aesthetic charmer that is perfect for lifestyle users in need of a distinct, tasteful PC case featuring strong thermal performance on top of some useful bells and whistles. Between its side panel options, impressive cooling capabilities and multitude of PC-building conveniences, it is the go-to case option for those looking to dabble in the desktop space for the very first time. Whether using it in a studio or a home office, it will blend in with its environment and leave ample space for other hardware and accessories.

The Raspberry Pi 500 and Raspberry Pi Monitor Goes On Sale

Just in time for Christmas, we're delighted to announce the release of two hotly anticipated products that we think will look great under the tree. One of them might even fit in a stocking if you push hard enough. Introducing Raspberry Pi 500, available now at $90, and the Raspberry Pi Monitor, on sale at $100: together, they're your complete Raspberry Pi desktop setup.

Integral calculus
Our original mission at Raspberry Pi was to put affordable, programmable personal computers in the hands of young people all over the world. And while we've taken some detours along the way - becoming one of the world's largest manufacturers of industrial and embedded computers - this mission remains at the heart of almost everything we do. It drives us to make lower-cost products like the $15 Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W, and more powerful products, like our flagship Raspberry Pi 5 SBC. These products provide just the essential processing element of a computer, which can be combined with the family television, and second-hand peripherals, to build a complete and cost-effective system.

Thermaltake Launches Tower 250 Mini Tower Chassis

Thermaltake, a leading PC DIY brand for premium hardware solutions, launches The Tower 250 Mini Tower Chassis, the latest Mini-ITX case in The Tower Series, featuring incredible hardware compatibility, an iconic vertical body design with an octagonal prism shape, and LCD customization. Available in Black, Snow, Matcha Green and Hydrangea Blue finishes, The Tower 250 is built for optimized cooling performance and enhanced capabilities.

Compatible with a wide range of hardware gadgets, The Tower 250 can house a 360 mm high-end GPU, a 360 mm AIO radiator and a standard ATX or SFX power supply up to 200 mm, along with eight 120 mm or five 140 mm fans. Additionally, this Mini-ITX case excels in thermal efficiency with two CT120 fans pre-installed on the top of the case, and room for a 360 mm/280 mm all-in-one CPU cooler on the right. Behind the motherboard tray, two 2.5" SSDs or one 3.5" HDD can be installed, offering maximum storage support.

PNY Launches High Performance PRO Elite V3 USB 3.2 Gen 2 and Attaché X USB 3.2 Flash Drives

PNY announced today the newest additions to its Flash Drive assortment, the PRO Elite V3 USB 3.2 Gen 2 and Attaché X USB 3.2 Flash Drives. PRO Elite V3 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Flash Drives advance file management to the next level, boasting extreme speeds of up to 1,000 MB/s read and up to 800 MB/s write, with storage capacities ranging from 256 GB - 1 TB, while the Attaché X brings a sleek and modern design with boosted performance for mainstream users

Exceptional Performance Storage Solution
PNY's new PRO Elite V3 brings a new level of speed and reliability to its high-performance USB product assortment. Exceptional performance improvements boost maximum speeds up to 1,000 MB/s read and up to 800 MB/s write, achieving speeds 265x faster than standard USB 2.0 flash drives. Experience the elevated performance of the PRO Elite V3's USB 3.2 Gen 2 flash drive technology to enhance workflows with demanding applications. PRO Elite V3 was designed to be an invaluable asset for content creators, professionals, designers, and gamers who need to store, access, and transfer critical, high-density files such as movies, professional high-resolution photos, video gaming data, and full HD & 4K videos at incredible speeds.

Raspberry Pi Announces $12 USB 3 Hub

Most Raspberry Pi single-board computers, with the exception of the Raspberry Pi Zero and A+ form factors, incorporate an on-board USB hub to fan out a single USB connection from the core silicon, and provide multiple downstream USB Type-A ports. But no matter how many ports we provide, sometimes you just need more peripherals than we have ports. And with that in mind, today we're launching the official Raspberry Pi USB 3 Hub, a high-quality four-way USB 3.0 hub for use with your Raspberry Pi or other, lesser, computer.

Key features include:
  • A single upstream USB 3.0 Type-A connector on an 8 cm captive cable
  • Four downstream USB 3.0 Type-A ports
  • Aggregate data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps
  • USB-C socket for optional external 3 A power supply (sold separately)

Cytrence Unveils Kiwi USB 3 KVM (Keyboard, Video, Mouse) Device

Cytrence, a leading innovator in automation and robotic tooling, proudly announces the official launch of Cytrence Kiwi, the first advanced KVM (keyboard, video, mouse) device over USB 3. Designed to revolutionize how engineers, IT professionals, and tech enthusiasts manage their multi-device setups, Kiwi offers unmatched performance and flexibility, establishing itself as truly one-of-a-kind in the industry.

Kiwi offers a host of innovative features, including:
  • Cross-Device Control: Use your laptop or PC's keyboard and mouse to control another device seamlessly.
  • Ultra-fast Video Performance over USB 3 SuperSpeed
  • Compact Design: Weighing only 25 grams and fitting into the palm of your hand, Kiwi is portable and easy to use in any environment.

Samsung Launches 512GB Capacity BAR Plus and FIT Plus USB Type-C Flash Drives

Samsung Electronics America, the leader in advanced memory technology, announced new 512 GB capacities for its BAR Plus and FIT Plus USB 3.2 Gen 1 Flash Drives. The newest drives introduce more storage capacity to the lineup in the same sleek designs, perfect for storing your favorite tunes, irreplaceable photos/videos, and important work or school documents. These USB flash drives help you back up your data and save time thanks to their high capacity, quick speeds, wide device compatibility, and reliability.

"We recognize that professionals across the U.S. have more data storage needs than ever. That's why we're introducing a new size option within our cutting-edge BAR Plus and FIT Plus USB Flash Drive line-up, ensuring there is a storage solution for everyone," said Jose Hernandez, Senior Director of Memory Product Marketing at Samsung. "The drives are also intentionally designed to fit your personal style - whether you prefer something sleek and modern or unassuming and traditional, you can always be plugged in."

Sharkoon Launches Rebel C80 RGB PC Case

Made for your best gaming moments: The spacious Rebel C80 RGB ATX case combines a striking front-panel design with plenty of space for high-end hardware. A good airflow is ensured thanks to the perforated paneling combined with up to eleven fans or two radiators, while the detachable mounting frame and mounting bracket facilitate the installation of components. A graphics card holder and modern connections for smartphones and tablets are also included!

Deep Insights
Apart from the eye-catching front panel, the Rebel C80G RGB is equipped with a screwless side panel made of tempered glass to showcase the installed hardware and bring high-end components full into view.

ASUS Announces Availability of ZenWiFi BQ16 Pro and ZenWiFi BT10 Routers

ASUS today announced availability of the ZenWiFi BQ16 Pro and ZenWiFi BT10, premium Wi-Fi 7 mesh systems that feature powerful 6 GHz Wi-Fi and whose 2-pack versions offer speeds of up to 30 Gbps (BQ16 Pro) and coverage of up to 8,000 square feet (2-pack BQ16 Pro). Dual 10 Gbps Ethernet ports enable future-ready 10 Gbps Internet and 10 Gbps wired backhaul for fast, stable, and seamless whole home Wi-Fi for next-gen smart home entertainment and home studio productivity.

The ZenWiFi BQ16 Pro and ZenWiFi BT10 boast exclusive ASUS Smart AiMesh technology to intelligently harness WiFi 7 Multi-Link Operation (MLO) and AI for both fronthaul and backhaul, Multi-Link Operation—automatically aggregating or switching across multiple bands for minimized latency and efficient transmission. By leveraging MLO, Smart AiMesh MLO backhaul automatically switches to the fastest band while its fronthaul also intelligently prioritizes demanding packets for max connectivity and efficiency. Smart AiMesh also empowers loads of advanced network features such as security, parental controls, and VPNs in the extendable network while offering full compatibility with all ASUS AiMesh-compatible ZenWiFi and standalone routers.

A Quick Look at MSI's New Roamii Mesh Systems and WiFi 7 USB Dongle

MSI announced a new range of wireless mesh WiFi 7 products at Computex called the Roamii and with the press release being somewhat feature light, we'll try and fill the blanks here. MSI will offer three different variants of the Roamii mesh system which will be the Roamii BE Lite, Roamii Be Pro and Roamii BE Max. Starting with the Lite which sports a combined WiFi speed of up to 5 Gbps, but the division between the supported bands is unclear, although it's likely to lack the 6 GHz radio, but it supports Multi-Link Operation (MLO). It only has one 2.5 Gbps and two Gigabit Ethernet ports. The Pro model ups the game with 11 Gbps WiFi and four 2.5 Gbps Ethernet ports, as well as a single USB 3.0 port.

Finally the Max dial things up to 21 Gbps on the wireless side of things and adds one 10 Gbps Ethernet port to the mix. In addition to the Roamii products, MSI was also showing off the BE6500 WiFi 7 USB adapter which is a tri-band dongle and the first of its kind that we've seen. It supports speeds of up to 2880 Mbps on the 6 and 5 GHz bands and 688 Mbps on the 2.4 GHz band, assuming you have a suitable WiFi 7 router or access point. It also offers support for MLO and interestingly enough, it also has built in drives, which means you don't need to download drivers to get it up and running. Finally MSI is promising support for Windows 10 and 11, as well as Linux. So far Windows 10 has lacked proper support for WiFi 7 devices, so this is an interesting development.

Radxa Launches NAS Friendly ROCK 5 ITX Motherboard with Arm SoC

Radxa is a Chinese manufacturer of various Arm based devices and something of a minor competitor to the Raspberry Pi Foundation. The company has just launched its latest product which is called the ROCK 5 ITX. As the name implies, it's a Mini-ITX form factor motherboard, which in itself is rather unusual for Arm based hardware to start with. However, Radxa has designed the ROCK 5 ITX to be a NAS motherboard and this is the first time we've come across such a product, as most Arm based boards are either intended for hobby projects, software development or routers. This makes the ROCK 5 ITX quite unique, at least based on its form factor, as it'll be compatible with standard Mini-ITX chassis.

The SoC on the board is a Rockchip RK3588 which sports four Cortex-A76 cores at up to 2.4 GHz and four Cortex-A55 cores at 1.8 GHz. This is not exactly cutting edge, but should be plenty fast enough for a SATA drive based NAS. The board offers four SATA 6 Gbps connectors via an ASMedia ASM1164 controller, each with an individual power connector next to it. However, Radxa seems to have chosen to use fan-header type power connectors, which means it'll be hard to get replacement power cables. The board also has a PCIe 3.0 x2 M.2 slot for an NVMe drive. The OS boots from eMMC and Radxa supports its own Roobi OS which is Debian Linux based.

ASUS Unveils RT-BE88U WiFi 7 Dual-Band Router

ASUS today announced the RT-BE88U, the world's first WiFi 7 router that offers up to 34 Gbps of combined wired network capacity. With a 10 Gbps LAN / WAN port, a 10 Gbps LAN / WAN SFP+ port and four 2.5 Gbps ports, the RT-BE88U stands ready to deliver massive amounts of Ethernet performance for online gaming, media streaming and more - now and well into the future. It also offers up to 7200 Mbps of cutting-edge WiFi 7 networking, bringing the enhanced data rates of 4K-QAM and dual-band Multi-Link Operation to compatible devices. Plus, Guest Network Pro, subscription-free security features and site-to-site VPN support help to make an RT-BE88U-based network flexible, safe and easy to manage.

The WiFi 7 advantage
With WiFi 7 cornerstones such as the boosted data rates of 4K-QAM and dual-band Multi-Link Operation (MLO), the ASUS RT-BE88U ushers in a whole new wave of networking possibilities. 4K-QAM increases speeds by packing signals more tightly, which increases bandwidth efficiency. Thus, data rates can be up to 20% higher than what a WiFi 6 network can achieve. Meanwhile, Dual-band Multi-Link Operation (MLO) lets a WiFi 7 device connect to both a 2.4 GHz and a 5 GHz network to increase throughput and minimize latency. This future-proofs the network, giving users the capacity to handle even more connected devices without sacrificing performance

Chinese Company Revives AMD Vega GPU in a Unique NAS Motherboard

A Chinese Topton company has brought new life to the AMD Vega graphics architecture by integrating it into a Network Attached Storage (NAS) motherboard. The Topton N9 NAS motherboard features the Intel Core i7-8705G processor, a unique chip that combines Intel CPU cores with AMD's RX Vega M GL graphics. The Intel Core i7-8705G, initially released in 2018, is an unusual choice for a NAS system. This 14 nm processor features four cores, eight threads, and a boost clock of up to 4.1 GHz. What sets it apart is the integrated AMD RX Vega M GL GPU with 20 Compute Units and 4 GB of HBM2 memory.

The Topton N9 NAS motherboard is designed for the 17×17 cm ITX form factor and offers a range of features like maximum support for 64 GB of DDR4 RAM, M.2 NVMe/SATA and SATA 3.0, eight Intel i226-V controllers for 2.5 Gbit networking, USB 3.0, USB Type-C, and HDMI 2.0 connectivity. While the Intel Core i7-8705G may not be the most obvious choice for a NAS system, the Topton N9 motherboard demonstrates how this unique processor can be repurposed to provide affordable computing power. The integrated AMD RX Vega graphics offer capabilities beyond typical NAS requirements, making this motherboard suitable for various applications, such as home firewalls and routers. The collaboration between Intel and AMD in creating the Kaby Lake-G processors was a rare occurrence in the industry. The Topton N9 starts at $288.56 without a fan/cooler, and adding another $20 bumps the price to $308.46.

SSD Overclocking? It can be Done, with Serious Performance Gains

The PC master race has yielded many interesting activities for enthusiasts alike, with perhaps the pinnacle of activities being overclocking. Usually, subjects for overclocking include CPUs, GPUs, and RAM, with other components not actually being capable of overclocking. However, the enthusiast force never seems to settle, and today, we have proof of overclocking an off-the-shelf 2.5-inch SATA III NAND Flash SSD thanks to Gabriel Ferraz, a Computer Engineering graduate, and TechPowerUp's SSD database maintainer. He uses the RZX Pro 256 GB SSD in the video, a generic NAND Flash drive. The RZX Pro uses the Silicon Motion SM2259XT2 single-core, 32-bit ARC CPU running up to 550 MHz. It has two channels at 400 MHz, each with eight chip enable interconnects, allowing up to 16 NAND Flash dies to operate. The SSD doesn't feature a DRAM cache or support a host memory buffer. It has only one NAND Flash memory chip from Kioxia, uses BiCS FLASH 4 architecture, has 96 layers, and has 256 GB capacity.

While this NAND Flash die is rated for up to 400 MHz or 800 MT/s, it only ran at less than half the speed at 193.75 MHz or 387.5 MT/s at default settings. Gabriel acquired a SATA III to USB 3.0 adapter with a JMS578 bridge chip to perform the overclock. This adapter allows hot swapping of SSDs without the need to turn off the PC. He shorted two terminals in the drive's PCB to get the SSD to operate without its default safe mode. Mass Production Tools (MPTools), which OEMs use to flash SSDs, were used to change the firmware settings. Each NAND Flash architecture has its own special version of MPTools. The software directly shows control of the Flash clock, CPU clock, and output driving. However, additional tweaks like Flash IO driving with subdivisions need modifications. Control and Flash On-Die Termination (ODT) and Schmitt window trigger (referring to the Schmitt trigger comparator circuit) also needed a few modifications to make it work.

TP-Link Showcases Next-Generation Wi-Fi 7 Solutions at CES 2024, Including New Gaming Router

TP-Link, a leading global provider of consumer and business networking products, and the first-to-market Wi-Fi 7 brand, is proud to announce its latest line of Wi-Fi 7 innovations at CES 2024. This exciting lineup features a more robust collection of Deco Mesh Wi-Fi systems, next-gen Archer routers, and the industry's most powerful gaming router, along with the debut of the world's first Wi-Fi 7 client adapter. TP-Link is committed to delivering an unparalleled connectivity experience for homes of any size and internet access type.

Wi-Fi 7 Whole Home Mesh All-Scenario Solution
Deco offers a seamlessly integrated and comprehensive mesh Wi-Fi solution, allowing users to effortlessly create a whole home mesh Wi-Fi system. Whether consumers have a small apartment or a spacious residence with expansive floor plans and outdoor requirements, Deco ensures a robust and reliable network with faster speeds, lower latency, and more capacity than ever before. At CES 2024, TP-Link will unveil an impressive end-to-end range of Deco solutions that fit any scenario, including the BE95, BE65 Pro, BE63, BE65-5G, BE65-PoE, BE25, BE25-Outdoor, and more.

Turtle Beach Announces Xbox Stealth Ultra Wireless Smart Game Controller

Best-selling gaming headset and accessory maker Turtle Beach, today announced its critically acclaimed and highly-anticipated wireless controller, the Designed for Xbox Turtle Beach Stealth Ultra Wireless Smart Game Controller, is now available. Since its unveiling weeks ago, Turtle Beach's new king of wireless controllers has quickly set the new standard for what gamers should expect in a top-of-the-line gamepad. The Stealth Ultra uses Turtle Beach's proprietary low-latency wireless technology for connecting with Xbox consoles and Windows PCs, and Bluetooth for gaming on compatible Smart TVs and Android mobile devices.

An abundance of class-leading features begins with magnetic AntiDrift Hall Effect thumbsticks, precise and tactile microswitch buttons, and the innovative Connected Command Display dashboard that provides deep customization options. Adjustable short and long-pull triggers, four mappable buttons on the back, RGB lighting, plus the option to receive social notifications on the controller create the ultimate package for gamers who demand the absolute best. Turtle Beach's Stealth Ultra Wireless Controller is available for $199.99.
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