Week of March 15, 2009

Well, I guess we should be asking OCZ that question. It is funny that the minds of OCZ could come up with a twist on something so simple and common. The OCZ Throttle takes the newest and fastest port on the PC and makes it usable for small portable storage. You know the port we are talking about…eSATA. The Throttle is offered in sizes ranging from 8 gigs up to 32.

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The CoolIT Domino A.L.C. CPU cooler is a water cooling unit at the price of an air cooler. It has three fan speed modes and features a blue backlit LCD screen. Installation is simple for a water cooling unit and its performance is exceptional considering its low price of $79.99.

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Today we are going to take a look at a new mouse from Steelseries, this mouse has been hard to get due to its popularity. The reason it is so popular is because it's an official World of Warcraft mouse, what is so special about it then?

Acoustibuds are add-on silicone adapters that can be slipped over generic earbuds. Not only does it prevent your earbuds from slipping out, but it makes them more comfortable, too. Regular earbuds are "one size fits all" and remain snug by pushing your ear's cartlidge around hard plastic. After a while, your ears start to hurt. With Acoustibuds, the hard plastic is out of your ear, and replaced with a soft, rubbery silicone canal with fins.

Cooler Master has done one incredible job of making the perfect mid-tower sized LAN Party box and the list of features is pretty big for a case of this size. The CM Storm Sniper is not too heavy, comes with sturdy handles built into the case, and features an awesome cooling setup.

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When I first heard about this story a few weeks ago, I was very intrigued. Can this be true? Can you really just flash an old Geforce 9800GTX+ and turn it into a Geforce GTS 250? It just seems too good to be true. So I investigated. We foraged through our office for a Geforce 9800GTX+ ... and luckily, we found one from Palit. The next step is to flash the Geforce 9800GTX+ with a generic GTS 250 BIOS ... a task not for the faint-hearted.

"Today I’ve got the Pioneer DVR-X162Q Qflix Enabled External DVD/CD Writer for review and from my time with it, and comparing it to two other external drives, I’ve found it’s a very fast drive. As for the Qfilx part of it, Qflix is something that only a few drives have on them, it’s special feature that works in conjunction with CinemaNow and Roxio Venue to allow you to purchase, download and burn movies to DVD, something I think is a very nice feature, especially if you watch a lot of movies as I do. "

“The NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 285 graphics card delivers world-class graphics performance plus GPU-accelerated NVIDIA® PhysX™ gaming effects, video and image processing, and stereoscopic 3D support. Introducing the most powerful single GPU on the planet, the PNY NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 285 Graphics Card. Has full support of DirectX®9 and DirectX 10 for games. It also features CUDA and SLI Technology and is PhysX-Ready."

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"The Thermaltake Toughpower XT 850W performed flawlessly from start to finish. The DC voltage load regulation is excellent and the efficiency amongst the highest I have tested and fully deserving of the 80 Plus Bronze certification. This Thermaltake Toughpower XT 850W carries the AMD Game Ready and ATI Crossfire X Technology logos. The only information I can find on AMD Game Ready is a minimum PC specification (Athlon X2 5600, ATI Radeon HD3650, AMD 770 or Nvidia nForce 500 chipset & 2GB DDR2 memory) to meet before it can carry the logo but with the wide variety of different manufacturers producing these parts does this certification really mean anything?."

"Today we are going to test the EVGA nForce 790i SLI FTW Digital PWM motherboard the only new feature of which is a digital PWM. Still, FTW models have an important feature: they are officially based on the NVIDIA nForce 790i SLI chipset, not its Ultra version. With the insignificant difference in practical features, it means much lower costs for the chipset and the motherboard."

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All other power supplies need to stand at attention when the In Win Commander 850w power supply enters the fray. You and your fellow recruits will be glad to work with the Modularized Cable Management System which makes customizing simple and easy. The Commander Series offers a number of features, from Patented 4-Pin Molex Connectors to its Japanese Industrial Grade Components. Offering only the best in specifications, In Win offers users the option of choosing their wattage needs: 650, 750, 850 plus if you live overseas you will be glad to know that they are also offering a 1500 watt version of the Commander.

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“Intel Core i7 CPU introduced few novelties to desktop users and one among those was triple channel memory mode. This mode is supported by memory controller that is integrated into CPU itself. If you plan to upgrade to Core i7 platform one of advantages will be triple channel memory mode and with this test we offer you a straight answer to question: Is triple channel memory mode faster and better solution than dual channel mode?…”

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" For review today I’ve got the Netgear 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch, it’s a product that can inexpensively and easily add eight more ethernet ports to your home network allowing more devices to share your internet connection or have access to your network."

The Seasonic M12D certainly looks good, and should perform with excellent results in our tests. The modular cable management will appeal to a lot of users who hate excess/redundant cables, and . Having said that, my only concern is price ... Seasonic power supplies do not come cheap. They are regarded in the industry as the "creme de la creme" when it comes to power supplies. So, my question is ... can Seasonic compete against the more glamourous brand names like Corsair, Coolermaster, OCZ, Thermaltake and many others.

"The ASUS Eee Top was designed with usefulness and convenience in mind. It is an excellent solution for networking, as an educational tool in small meetings or classrooms, leaving memos without the paper waste, or even for using at home for something as simple as looking up recipes online without taking up hardly any counter space!..."

While it has been quite some time since Zalman has released a new high end air cooler, they have shown with the CNPS9900 LED that they have not rested on their earlier success. Its larger size allows for quiet operation and outstanding performance.

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Today Sapphire becomes the first GPU manufacturer to attach 2 GB of DDR5 to a Radeon 4870 making it one of the most impressive models available in terms of paper specifications. They haven’t stopped there however as the card also features their own PCB design and a cooler based on the Vapor-X technology which we have seen on a few of their previous cards.

"While it may be difficult to get excited over a thermal paste, especially when there is a seeming myriad of different brands and types available, it is a necessary and often overlooked commodity. Cooler Master's new ThermalFusion 400 arrived in this plastic blister pack, unusual packaging for thermal paste. Included with the paste is an applicator, the first I've ever seen included with any brand interface material. This is a welcome addition, as it is common for thermal paste makers to give instruction to spread the product around without actually touching it or the surfaces to be covered. The thermal paste itself is in the typical syringe type container with plunger to control the amount of product released."

"The Sunbeam Automaton case has a few different features that are going to help it stand out from its competition, the first of which is the side window. This viewing window only covers about 40% of the side panel and is shaped in a way that flows very well with the curves of the case, along with the overall feel of the case. The other main difference between the Automaton case and other cases on the market that have side panel windows, is the fact that there is a window on both sides, not just the side that you are going to use to access the innards of your case. This can be either a nice addition or a negative one, as you will have to be more cautious of where you hide your cables to make sure that they are not visible (if that is the look you are going for). There is also a place to mount a fan on both sides of the case, though it only comes with one pre-installed."

"Today we're looking at the Kingston DataTraveler 64GB flash drive, and to prove or dispel the notion that high capacity drives are slow, we're going to pit it against a popular and fast, smaller capacity flash drive. Inspired by Newton's proof that heavier objects do not fall faster to the ground than lighter ones, we're not convinced that large capacity flash drives transfer files slower than smaller drives. So we put it to the test, and we think you may be quite surprised with the results."

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“Patriot Extreme Performance (EP) Enhanced Latency line is engineered to expand your gaming options. These modules are designed to operate at 1066MHz at 5-5-5-15 timings and are available in 4GB kit capacity. Equipped with Patriot ACC (Aluminum Copper Composite) technology, these modules are designed for maximum performance and stability under extreme overclocking conditions. Engineered with quality and Performance in mind, Patriot Extreme Performance line is the ultimate solution for extreme overclockers, gamers, and PC enthusiasts."

Fans and cooling are something you should keep in mind when building a computer. There isn't such a thing yet as a silent yet powerful fan. Nexus has made a new and original attempt to solve that issue. Nexus Beamair is a new kind of fan duct to get everything from your fan. Let's have a look at it.

Have a huge chassis? Need a huge CPU cooler? Well, Cooler Master has just what you need, in the form of the TEC-based V10. This thing is massive - its almost three CPU coolers in one - but it cools better than any other air cooler we've used in the past, and it even matches our previous (and much more expensive) water-cooling setup.

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Overall, the cooler seems to be well made and so far the design intrigues me. The more compact size might be good for HTPCs or other computers with side panel fans that interfere with larger heatpipe towers. I just hope that the two 'smaller' fans can compete with the noise level and cooling performance of a 120mm unit.

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When companies are making cases designed for gamers they tend to generally stick to three main ideas. These three things are lights, airflow, and versatility. Gamers often times have massive graphics cards that they need to fit into cases and even sometimes have up to three of these 10.5' long cards crammed into their case. Lights are there to look pretty and keep the owner happy in the sense that they can say, 'Woo, pretty lights'. Along with those pretty lights, airflow is extremely important because of the amount of hardware and the amount of heat that hardware makes. That hot air needs to be moved out of the case in order to keep the temperatures within reasonable operating limits.

Today we will review the 600W version of the Silent Pro M series, a slightly improved product over the 500W version of the same series which we reviewed several months ago. The Silent Pro M 500W rated very well back then, so we have high hopes for the 600W version.

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Based on a small 170mm x 170mm footprint, the ZOTAC GeForce 8200-ITX WiFi is feature packed with support for AMD Phenom II, Phenom, Athlon and Sempron processors, dual-channel DDR2 memory, integrated 802.11b/g WiFi, Gigabit LAN, PCI Express x1 expansion, four SATA 3.0 Gbps ports and dual-display. The ZOTAC GeForce 8200-ITX WiFi also supports NVIDIA CUDA-enabled applications with its integrated graphics!

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We've been noticing a fluctuation on the playing field of memory and Kingston has been scoring the touchdowns right and left with their HyperX lineup. We've been keeping a close eye on the different triple channel kits available for Core i7 machines and the bandwidth has been amazing. Kingston's line of HyperX and the new Kingston T1 heatspreader have been right there at the forefront of triple channel memory technology. Providing blazing speed and massive bandwidth, and looking good doing it, the Kingston HyperX T1 1866 we have to look at today just performs better than an 1866 MHz kit of triple channel should. Easily outdistancing kits rated to run at the same speed or faster it awed and amazed us.

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"Everything's high definition now - from TVs to women's make-up (no kidding). HDTVs have been around for a decade, and now manufacturers are pushing high-def sound big time, too. We've always been fans of true 5.1-speaker surround sound systems, but they're expensive and a hassle to install. That's why most people (over 60 percent, according to surveys) use built-in television speakers alone for shows and movies. A good middle ground are "sound bars," which are basically thin, narrow rectangles that fit neatly under flat-panel HDTVs. Pioneered by Yamaha, this single component has built-in amps, speakers and DSP circuitry to create a 5.1-system feel without the need to run wires everywhere, or break the bank. Top flat-panel seller Vizio is now branching out with its first sound bar. Is it high-definition sound? Let's settle in and find out."

"The first thing that stands out on this case are the beautiful graphics, that really have to be seen in person to get a grip on just how nice they really are. Pictures alone do not do it justice; the paintwork is smooth and flawless on top of the Cooler Master chassis. The artwork does not just cover one side and the front, but the theme wraps around the whole case - including the top sides and front. The front side shows the flaming skull the case is named for, along with the CSX logo and unit number - 56 - of this case in the series of 400. The rear is much like that of the stock RC 830 chassis. A single 120mm fan and the power supply are the only means for exhausting air out of the chassis."

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So you’ve bought into a solution for the upcoming transition into digital transmission. Whether that was purchasing a brand new HDTV or purchasing an ATSC tuner for your computer or purchasing a converter box for your old CRT analogue television then you’ll need a couple of accessories. One of the must have accessories you’ll want to purchase is an antenna if you don’t already own one.

"Going green, or making ecologically conscious purchases, is the newest trend. The MOTO Renew is one of the first, if not the first, major mobile phone to be made with recycled material - in this case, water bottles. It even comes with a pre-paid recycle pack to mail your previous phone in. Greenness aside though, the MOTO Renew is your basic, albeit highly affordable phone."

A CPU is at the heart of every computer, laptops and desktops alike, and although the solutions may be different, everyone of those CPU's has some sort of cooling device on it. Laptop coolers are small and quiet, and although there are some desktop coolers that are like this, most of them tend to be a bit bigger and noisier. As you enter the enthusiast and gamer cooling markets, the solutions perform better, tend to be bigger and louder, and most often look cool.

Throughout all of 2008, I made it my mission to test every high-performance CPU cooler that Benchmark Reviews received. The Core 2 Duo and Core 2 Quad processors did their part to separate the cream of the crop from our large collection of LGA775 coolers. In our previous Best CPU Cooler Performance article, Benchmark Reviews retired the LGA775 platform from its testing duties and made room for the up-and-coming LGA1366 socket. It didn't take long to collect several CPU coolers designed for the Intel Core i7 CPU & X58 platform. This Best CPU Cooler Performance LGA1366 - Q1 2009 article focuses on a ! wide selection of performance-cooling products for overclockers. It's a mistake to think that any LGA775 cooler can do just as well with the new LGA1366/Core i7 platform; primarily because the size and location of processor cores has changed.

“When I first saw the In Win NA at CES, my first impression was somewhere between intrigue and confusion. At a distance, you couldn't tell what it was exactly. But, it had to be something tech related being that it was CES. Sitting there on the table was what appeared to be a white porcelain storage container of sorts. It was the small white button and wire cut outs that suggested it was more than just any container, but a hard drive enclosure. At first glance, even my wife wondered what motivation was behind such a concept. And, she wondered what makes it so different from the countless other enclosures that have been on the test bench. Once it was assembled and set in the perfect spot on the desk, it suddenly revealed its value and purpose. “

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Like digital still cameras, digital video cameras are becoming smaller yet more capable. Many companies now offer video cameras that can record with HD quality yet also can fit in your pocket. But can these pocket cameras produce decent video, and are they all alike? Geeks.com, popular online retailer, sent us one such camera, the Kodak Zi6 1.6MP Digital Pocket Video HD Camera. Let’s find out how it stacks up against the competition in this review.

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"Today we’re going to look at the latest doodad that Trendnet has sent us; the Dual Band Wireless N Gigabit Router. For anyone who doesn’t know, the capabilities of wireless N far outshine wireless G. Dual Band Wireless N has about 6 times the range and 14 times the speed of wireless G. So I think it’s safe to say that we all want one now. But what if you’re lucky enough to have two wireless N routers? Then you’d be me and you’d also be faced with quite the choice. Which router gets retired and which gets some serious overtime? Let’s see what happens when we pit the Trendnet against my current router, a big beefy Belkin. Click read more for the full review."

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The Cooler Master Sileo 500 at first glance seems like your basic no frills steel case. It's the first case I have seen in a long time that didn't have side windows, or side vents, or anything of the sort. Its simplicity is almost a thing of beauty. A nice flat black paintjob coupled with nice clean lines give this case a modernized feel of a classic case design.

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"As we could expect from a budget product for less than $100, Athlon X2 7750 turned out to be a practical solution. This processor is not much faster in general. But in a number of tests, including popular games and archivers, this processor looks much better than Pentium E5200."

We're writing to let you all know that we have just posted a new article at HotHardware in which we evaluate the features and performance of the Maxtor Central Axis Business Edition NAS Server. The Maxtor Central Axis Business Edition is more than just an updated version of the Maxtor Central Axis. The previous version featured 1TB of storage capacity, while the new version supports up to 2TB. The Maxtor Central Axis Business Edition includes two user-swappable, 1TB hard drives and the device supports RAID 0 and RAID 1. The Maxtor Central Axis Business Edition also features a redesigned, larger chassis than its predecessor, and includes two USB 2.0 ports (as opposed to the single USB port on the previous version) for additional storage, removable backups, or even networking a printer.

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We previously tested the effects of overclocking different aspects of an AMD Phenom 1 powered system, today we delve into Phenom II performance scaling, from raw CPU speed, HT Link, Northbridge to HT Link and more.

Hiper have three different series of PSUs, the Type-R MKII series consisting of modular high performance units, the Type-M series consisting of non-modular high performance units and the Type-S series consisting of simpler, mainstream units. We reviewed most of the Type-R and Type-M ranges in the past couple of years, but today we are going to take our very first look at their new S series with the S625 unit. The S625 is capable of handling a continuous power output of up to 625W and offers a rather wide range of features for a very alluring price tag. We will examine the features and the performance of the S625 in this review.

According to Patriot Memory, their Extreme Performance line ... the Viper Series is engineered to deliver performance for gaming and power users. It offers the lowest latency with components that have been thoroughly tested. That begs the question ... does that mean each memory module contain memory IC that have been hand picked and tested? If so, Patriot Memory could give Corsair (specialist in enthusiast overclocking memory) some real competition. What will be interesting to see, is how well these triple channel 6Gb kits from Patriot will perform in our tests.

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In the many forums I frequent, I sometimes see people wishing they could afford one of Antec's high end Signature units and yet not quite willing to go for one of the Truepower Trio models. Well, Antec's decided to freshen up the Truepower line once more, and they've just released the brand new Truepower New series. These are 80 Plus certified units that promise to bring the Truepower name closer in quality to the Signatures while still keeping the price affordable.

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To conclude the Noctua trio of fans, we have the smallest of the three – the NF-R8. With both the 120mm and 92mm versions proving to be right up there at the top of the market, the NF-R8, featuring the same technology, seems sure to follow in the footsteps and achieve some great cooling results.

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Asus has always been in the fast lane when it comes to releasing new technology and this time they're one of the first to field a viable AM3 board that budget minded enthusiasts can afford. The Asus M4A78T-E is targeted toward the new AM3 Phenom II lineup of CPU's and takes DDR3. We were excited to see the new generation board becoming available and when Asus offered one of the M4A78T-E boards up to the benchmarking alter we were quick to accept.

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Crucial Technology, a leading global DRAM supplier, aims to deliver a unique product that targets the enthusiast scene. Since the introduction of Core i7 and tri-channel memory kits, we've been anticipating the arrival of the next generation of Tracers. Luckily for us, the wait is over as we take a look at one of the hottest products of 2009. Crucial's Ballistix Tracer PC3-12800 6GB memory kit features a speed of 1600MHz, 8-8-8-24 timings, XMP profiles, and hypnotizing activity LEDs that definitely make an impression. Read on to find out if this kit can perform as good as it looks.

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"Anyone that spends a lot of time in front of a computer monitor, whether for business or pleasure, knows that productivity is directly related to how much screen space you have at your disposal. Having several windows and programs open and visible at one time can save you a lot of time. Up until recently, if you really wanted a lot of desktop real estate, but didn't want to spend a small fortune to get it, the most economical choice was to run dual monitors. Now that LCD monitor prices have dropped substantially in price, however, many can now afford to upgrade to a larger monitor without breaking the bank. Such is the case with today's review sample, the 24" HP Debranded HDMI Widescreen LCD Monitor."

"The majority of you already know what goes into a computer, but there are a few extra considerations to make when it comes to building an HTPC that you might not normally think about. Things like noise and temperature begin to play a huge part in its operation, as well as physical size. When it comes to the components, you first need to examine what your use for this computer will be. Some may be building a brand new system, but you may be constrained by using spare parts you already own and coupling them with a few new ones to complete the system. Keep in mind you might be limited in functionality depending on the components you choose. Some of the typical uses of an HTPC are listed below, and depending on your needs this will greatly affect the cost and components of your project."

WASHINGTON – Japanese electronics manufacturer Hitachi Displays Ltd., agreed to plead guilty and pay a $31 million fine for its role in a conspiracy to fix prices in the sale of Thin Film Transistor-Liquid Crystal Display panels (TFT-LCD) sold to Dell Inc., the U.S. Department of Justice announced today.

A one-count felony charge filed today in U.S. District Court in San Francisco charges Hitachi Displays Ltd., a subsidiary of Hitachi Ltd., with participating in a conspiracy to fix the prices of TFT-LCD sold to Dell for use in desktop monitors and notebook computers from April 1, 2001, through March 31, 2004. According to the plea agreement, which is subject to court approval, Hitachi Displays has agreed to cooperate with the Department’s ongoing antitrust investigation.

VIA announces new netbook media processor that decodes full 1080p HD video.

Among the biggest wishes netbook users have for improvements are more performance and the ability to play HD video. The first crop of netbooks that features the Intel Atom N270 lacked the capability for hardware 1080p video decoding.

T-Mobile has dropped the price of Apple, Inc.'s iPhone 3G in Germany, and O2 of the United Kingdom is rumored to also be planning price cuts. Rumors are swirling that the cuts are to clear iPhone 3G inventory before Apple introduces a new iPhone model. But an analyst says that's not necessarily the case as an Apple media event looms.

"As for making a difference in my game play, the answer is a yes* with a * for me. While I understood the reasoning for gaming mice, I never really thought much about it as I never really considered myself a serious gamer. That changed the last 18 months as I have been pretty much a regular Call of Duty 4 gamer, and as of late, I took competition a little more seriously. What this essentially means is that any sort of edge I could find, I would at least give it a try. From PC upgrades to a change in Internet provider, the last issues I seemed to have were my input devices. As I had been using the Microsoft Wireless Desktop 7000 for a while, one issue I have always had was the freezing (where my wireless connection would drop) on occasion. With the NZXT Avatar, this problem was obviously gone (I also replaced my keyboard with a corded one). "

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Whether or not the economic recession is here or if your current 27" CRT TV just died on you like mine, you may be in the market for an affordable TV that offers a little more than just the basics. The Samsung A630 is just that. It doesn't have all the bells and whistles of the 750, 850 or 950 series but it doesn't cut any corners on the basics to keep the prices down.

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Today we will take you through the steps of a method for insulating motherboards against the harsh elements they are exposed to during extreme overclocking. We'll be insulating the board for liquid nitrogen benching and we'll show you how effective this insulation method is in preventing harmful condensation from forming on the board.

" Today for review I’ve got the CM Storm Sniper PC case and it’s a case that has to really be seen in person to appreciate, but in this review I’ll do my best to show you what it look like. I’ve got a video tour, along with many still pictures for you to see. The CM Storm Sniper is a very well made made case with features that everyone can appreciate, gamer or not. The design definitely has a military look to it, and it’s got a built in fan controller along with removable hard drive trays and even a cut out in the motherboard tray for easily swapping out CPU coolers, it’s a feature packed case that’s well made, and looks great."

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" The folks over at Thermaltake apparently noticed that even full tower cases were no longer big enough to get the job done for some builds. Seeing this need, they sought to correct this problem, by creating a “Super Tower” case. The case to solve the growing need for more space comes to us in the form of the Thermaltake Xaser VI Super Tower case."

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“Whenever is new generation of CPUs presented, either by Intel or by AMD, besides high-end models always are presented models for users that don’t demand top-performance levels. There are various ways to “slow down” existing high-end core. One of those is “partial amputation” of L2 or L3 cache memory, or “total amputation” of one or more cores. In most cases faulty segments of CPU are disabled although in some cases this isn’t the case. Sometimes manufacturer disables perfectly operational segments of CPU so demands for such CPUs can be met. This means that even if you bought triple-core CPU, it doesn’t imply that you got 75% of fully functional quad-core. Same goes for L3 cache…”

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While this low latency kit has impressive specifications, it is its admirably low price that draws our attention. This memory kit retails for as low as $150CDN (even lower with available mail-in rebates), which is unbelievable Bang for the Buck. There is no denying that in recent months DDR3 prices have tumbled like a drunk down a flight of stairs, but we would never expected such value so soon.

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Since the introduction of the x58 chipset and the Core i7 CPU, it is kinda hard to determine which board is the better one or provides the most features. That includes the one thing we all like to have on our computers, which is, stability. And that's whether it's at default CPU speeds or when we overclock our computers just a little bit to gain that extra performance or overclock our components a lot. We all want to have stability. It does help to make overclocking a little easier and make the adjustments a bit more understandable as well.

For the past several years, G.Skill has built a reputation for offering premium-grade products at economy-level pricing. Similar to their competition, G.Skill offers enthusiast products in several different markets. The brand name has been built on a solid history of quality system memory product lines, and not long ago they introduced the very impressive G.Skill FM-25S2S-64GB SATA-II MLC SSD.

Amazon and Rackspace are squaring off in cloud services with Amazon Web Services' Reserved Instances and one-time payments versus Rackspace's Cloud Files with fast content delivery. Amazon is offering competitive prices with Reserved Instances, while Rackspace said its Cloud Files can be less expensive than competing storage offerings.

The only other time Intel agreed to turn over its processor blueprints to another company was 1982. That was the year Intel expanded its cross-license agreement with Advanced Micro Devices so the companies could supply chips for IBM's personal computers. IBM had demanded that Intel find a reliable second source for the processors.

With the Apex OCZ presents an SSD based on an internal RAID 0 architecture. Therefore two of the latests JMicron Controllers are used to power OCZ newst generation of SSDs. OCZ claims datarates of 230 MByte reading and 160 MByte writing and there should also be no stuttering of the system.

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Even though many enthusiasts have heard of Sunbeamtech before, less so are familiar with Tuniq. Tuniq is a subsidiary company to Sunbeamtech, dedicated to designing and producing high performance and stylish products for a more demanding audience. Today we are going to have a look at their product range with a review of the Potency 650W PSU. The Potency is a mid range product with very interesting specifications and Tuniq promises excellent overall performance.

"I have a large desk, and I prefer to have my PC on my desk, my setup is monitor, monitor, monitor and then the case, so having it that close to me I want my PC to be as silent as possible, I don’t want to hear my computer, but yet it still needs to be cool. Enter NZXT with their Whisper case, true to it’s name it is silent with the help of insulating foam to dampen noise and several low RPM fans to help keep things cool. The Whisper though is a large case, and it’s very heavy, but it’s also very well made with room for nine hard drives and six 5.25" devices. Continue on to see the video tour of the case, along with several pictures as well… "