Quote: Recently we had a look at the AMD version of Foxconn’s DigitaLife motherboards, this time around it’s Intel’s turn.
Link: http://www.overclock3d.net/reviews.php?/cpu_mainboard/foxconn_digitalife_ela_p45_motherboard/1
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The Ultimate Intel Core i7 Memory Performance Guide
http://www.techspot.com/article/131-intel-corei7-memory-performance/
Today we are going to look at how various memory frequencies, timings, and configurations influence the memory bandwidth and the real-world performance of Core i7 processors. This is particularly important to not only help you get the most out of your Core i7 CPU, but to potentially save you a lot of money.
After all, it is possible to configure a Core i7 processor with triple-channel memory operating at 1066, 1333 and 1600MHz, or even faster. But what are the benefits of using more aggressively clocked memory?
With the new Core i7 platform, DDR3 should finally get its chance to shine. As noted before, the Core i7 features an on-die memory controller with support for triple-channel DDR3 memory. In other words, three DDR3-1333 modules operating together will provide a peak bandwidth of 32GB/s matching the L2 cache performance of a Core 2 Quad Q6600 processor.
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NEW CONTENT (Storage) – Exclusive Look at Fusion-io ioDrive – PCIe Solid State
QUOTE: “Fusion-io calls their card based solid-state storage technology ioMemory. It is a catchy name that goes along with the products name, ioDrive. The ioDrive uses NAND flash memory, just like the solid-state drives we have been reviewing for the last year. The difference is that everything we have looked at so far connects to a SATA port and the ioDrive rides the fast lane, 10GB/s to be exact from a 4-lane PCIe slot. If you think it sounds fast, just hang tight, there is a lot to cover before we get to the benchmarks.
Normally products like the Fusion-io ioDrive are not reviewed on general purpose computing review sites like TweakTown. In 2009 we will start to cover more products in the enterprise market and run them in parallel with our usual content. Behind the scenes the US office has been covering enterprise storage products for many years, but most of this testing has been for private reports and for our own twisted amusement.”
For more information, please visit - http://www.tweaktown.com/reviews/1683/exclusive_look_at_fusion_io_iodrive_pcie_solid_state/index.html
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Article Name: Thermaltake Duorb Heatpipe CPU Cooler Review @ Tweaknews.net
Article Url: http://www.tweaknews.net/reviews/thermaltake_duorb_cpu_cooler/
Article Snippet:
“Thermaltake’s DuOrb CPU cooler has a lot going for it. The design itself will appeal to some enthusiasts with the need for a high performance cooler without the excessive height of some comparable coolers. In addition, the design also provides excellent clearance around the socket while enhancing cooling in the immediate area.”
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Title: Crucial 4GB Ballistix Tracer PC3-10600 Kit Review at Overclockers
Online
Link: http://www.overclockersonline.net/index.php?page=articles&num=2261
Quote: Performance is key for a PC and the Tracer kit doesn’t disappoint.
The tight stock timings generated reasonable performance numbers despite the
lower speed we’re use to seeing. Backed by a 30-day satisfaction guarantee
and a limited life-time warranty, the timing to buy this kit couldn’t be any
better as we enter the holiday season. Your glowing and dazzling PC will be
enough reason to not need to setup a Christmas tree!
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Title: Huntkey Green Power 550 W Power Supply Review
Link: http://www.hardwaresecrets.com/article/668
Category: Reviews
Summary:
We took an in-depth look on the 550 W version from Huntkey Green Power (a.k.a. Green Star 550 W or LW-6550SG). Will it explode like its sisters? Check it out.
Here is a snippet:
“If you follow closely our power supply reviews you know that two models we reviewed from Huntkey Green Power series (formerly known as Green Star series) – 400 W, sold in the US as Dynex 400 W, and 450 W – exploded during our tests. So we decided to get a more “powerful” model, 550 W, to see if it has the same fate as its sisters. Is Green Power 550 W a good power supply or the entire Green Power family is flawed? Check it out.”
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Title – CoolerMaster ATCS 840 Full Tower Classic Case Review @ High
Tech Reviews
Quote – When it comes to computer cases I am about as picky as anyone
can be. So when I reviewed the CoolerMaster ATCS 650 Full Tower
Classic I was pleasantly surprised to find out that this was a case I
could find nothing wrong with. Not only was it a case without major
issues it was also a case that one of the best cooling arrangements
we have ever seen in a reviewed case. So come on along an take a look
at this one of a kind case.
Link -
http://www.hi-techreviews.com/review-links-mainmenu-80/9425-coolermaster-atcs-840-full-tower-classic-review
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OCIA.net has posted their review of the Tuniq Potency 750w Power Supply. Below is a direct quote from the review:
“Last month we reviewed the Tuniq Potency 550W power supply, which earned our OCIA.net Seal of Approval for its robust performance and incredible price. Take that same quality product, double the number of +12V rails, increase power capacity by 50% and add a bunch more connectors, all while keeping the size a mere 2cm larger, and you’ll end up with the Tuniq Potency 750W.“
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Here is a snippet that can be used for the review:
“Today I am looking at another product from VIZO geared toward cooling the RAM inside your computer – the Armada II Dual-Fan RAM Cooler. Everyone knows how important it is to keep your processor cool, but many people don’t realize that keeping the RAM cool can also increase your computer’s performance. Read on to see how effectively the Armada II can cool your RAM.“
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InsideHW.com has reviewed 23-inch monitor Samsung SyncMaster 2343NW. Here is a quote from this review:
“Definition of wide display isn’t precisely defined, but in that category belong all displays that have dimension ratio “wider†then 4:3. How wider wasn’t important too much until HDTV standard got popular so it wasn’t too weird to find displays with 16:10 ratio (1.6). Now we have wide displays with “true†wide ratio 16:9 (1.78) that are perfectly fit for resolution of HDTV. Samsung 2343NW that we tested has unusual resolution and size but it is still wide 16.9 monitor…â€
Article link:
http://www.insidehw.com/Reviews/Displays/Samsung-SyncMaster-2343NW.html
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Title: Nova OVER Slide Mouse Pad Review @ Vortez Hardware
Review Snippet:
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The OVER Slide is Nova’s ultimate mouse pad – designed to accompany the X600 Slider. We review this new pad and find out if it really does offer better glide than the other pads on the market…”
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Title:
In Win Matrix
Link:
http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/InWin/Matrix
Brief:
The In Win Matrix is a unique and extremely compact mATX enclosure. It looks good all around, thanks to a clever design and features a unique and well thought out interior. Despite its small size you can still fit in a regular graphics card and several harddisks.
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How scary are the rodents of the future? Mice that can shoot lasers with advanced precision from a single eye. They have no fear and invade homes by the millions across the country. Around the world, even. And, they are wireless. But weren’t mice always wireless? The disease-spreading kind were, but Verbatim’s Recharge/Go wireless laser mouse is a picture of the advances we have made toward making wires a thing of the past.
The Recharge comes in a black and green box wrapped around blister packaging. It’s a very eye-catching array of colors that grabs you from its perch on the shelf. And why don’t more people use matte black with glossy pictures on their boxes? All the big gaming companies do it, why don’t the little guys? It would actually cost less in the long run to leave it matte and just put a little bit of gloss on it. Packaging is the seller when it comes to store shelves, people.
Review URL ::
http://www.ocmodshop.com/ocmodshop.aspx?a=1427
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Title: Logitech ClearChat PC Wireless Headset Review
Link: http://www.hardwaresecrets.com/article/667
Category: Reviews
Summary:
Here’s one less wire hooked to your PC: we tested this wireless headset from Logitech that is good for VoIP applications.
Here is a snippet:
“It’s always a pleasure to test new wireless devices. After all, there’s nothing more annoying then a veritable jungle of wiring hanging from the PC. The Logitech Clear Chat PC Wireless is a headset (microphone + headphone) that not only is cordless but also truly plug-and-play, being very easy to install and promptly use. It’s better for VoIP applications than gaming and listening to music, as we are about to see on our test.”
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“If you’re a Nvidia fan who’s looking for a decent graphics card that offer good performance with new features … then the Palit Geforce 9800GTX+ is definitely worth considering. Featuring Nvidia’s new 55nm G92 GPU that’s slightly overclocked GPU @ 745Mhz, it’s probably one of the most affordable Geforce 9800GTX+ available on the market.”
Read the rest of the review here … http://www.cpu3d.com/review/6723-1/palit-geforce-9800gtx-512mb-ddr3/introduction.html
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iXBT Labs Review: Gigabyte MA790GP-DS4H Motherboard
Excerpt:
“A lot of interesting motherboards from various manufacturers were based on AMD 780G, the predecessor of AMD 790GX. However, if there had existed a nomination for the most interesting product range, it would have been Gigabyte to win it. We’ve tested three motherboards, and awarded two of them. It goes without saying, we couldn’t pass the only 790GX-based model from this manufacturer.”
Article: http://ixbtlabs.com/articles3/mainboard/gigabyte-ma790gp-ds4h-790gx-p1.html
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