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Eyefinity Challenge in Dallas, TX
Eyefinity Challenge in Dallas, TX - AMD, HardOCP, 100 gamers, five
ATI Radeon HD 5870 Eyefinity boxes, 5 single display boxes, and Call
of Duty 4 team deathmatch. You got to like that. And one Eyefinity
box to play Call of Duty 5 on projected onto three screens giving
you over 24 feet of horizontal pixel real estate.
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"There is one huge thing that sucks about Eyefinity
though, and that is getting you, yes you, to understand its
impact on your gaming experience without actually using it.
The great authors of our time could hammer the technology
with adjectives for days, and until you sit down and game on
it, you likely are not going to "get it." We laid it out in
our Eyefinity review, "If you get chance, don't take our
word for it, please go experience it..." But just how the
hell are you supposed to do that?" |
Read about it here:
http://hardocp.com/article/2009/11/19/eyefinity_challenge_in_dallas_tx
iBUYPOWER Launches Chimera 2
Gaming System
The new gaming rigs feature iBUYPOWER’s exclusive redesigned
Chimera Inferno II Chassis
El Monte, CA – November 18, 2009 –
iBUYPOWER, a leading innovator in gaming PCs, is excited to announce
a new evolution in gaming, introducing the Chimera 2 Gaming System,
built in the company’s completely redesigned signature Chimera
Inferno II Chassis.
The systems are the second generation of fiery gaming rigs named
after the legendary beast, and are designed inside-and-out for an
epic gaming experience. The Chimera 2 is a true evolution of system
design, featuring visual, thermal, acoustic, and performance
improvements over its predecessor.
The new Chimera systems feature a complete wraparound color scheme,
with the chimera flame design covering 4 exterior surfaces (front,
right, left, and top panels), and a charcoal black interior, rear,
and bottom. The systems also feature the latest gaming technology,
including Intel’s Core i7 and Core i5 and AMD’s Phenom II
processors, DirectX 11 capable graphics, and SSDs for blazing fast
boot times. The fiery Chimera 2 rigs are kept cool with up to 4
chassis fans and an available 120 mm liquid cooling solution for
maximum performance potential.
The Chimera 2 redesign is in time for iBUYPOWER’s ten year
anniversary celebration. The company will be giving away one of
these molten hot systems with a Killer Xeno Pro Gaming Network Card
via a
Twitter and
facebook
giveaway, along with 11 copies of the critically acclaimed game
Aion.
“We are excited to be celebrating our tenth anniversary and wanted
to thank all our customers that helped make it happen with a
giveaway and hot new system,” said Darren Su, Vice President of
iBUYPOWER. “The Chimera 2 gaming systems are fully loaded and
feature a new aggressive design sure to impress.”
Gamers looking to get the most out of their new systems can take
advantage of the iBUYPOWER Labs’ new Power Drive Overclocking
Service. Power Drive overclocking service is one of the many
iBUYPOWER Lab’s Technologies available to customers. Other
innovative iBUYPOWER exclusive products and services developed in
the iBUYPOWER Lab include the Harmony sound reduction system and the
Internal USB Expansion System, both of which are available in new
Chimera 2 systems. iBUYPOWER also offers its Specialized Advanced
Packaging System with expanding foam inserts to prevent damage
during shipping.
FULL SPECS BELOW
The Chimera 2 Systems start at just $999 MSRP and are available now
at exclusively
www.iBUYPOWER.com. iBUYPOWER
systems come standard with 1 year limited warranty and lifetime
technical support.
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NZXT Unleashes Tempest EVO Gaming
Chassis
The
Airflow King is reborn with advanced cooling performance, maximum
expandability, and superior cable management
El
Monte, CA – November 17, 2009 –
NZXT, a company built on realizing the dreams
of gamers worldwide, is proud to announce the Tempest EVO, a sleek,
all black, steel mid tower gaming chassis. Building off of the
original Tempest’s award winning design, the EVO brings advanced
cooling power, expandability, and cable management. The Tempest EVO
maximizes airflow circulation with Dual 120mm intake, side 120mm,
and a rear 120mm fan. NZXT even redesigned the fan blades so they
effectively deliver more air at lower noise levels. Additionally,
the bottom mounted PSU provides better airflow and separation of
heat from the CPU.
The Tempest EVO puts a
premium on expandability with E-ATX support allowing for
compatibility with higher end graphics cards, power supplies and
server boards while the server-like HDD space holds up to 8 HDDs
ensuring that enthusiasts can make significant upgrades to their
system without having to replace the chassis. Installation and
upgrades are a breeze with pre-drilled cable routing on the
motherboard allowing for a cleaner look and improved airflow. The
case also features added space behind the motherboard panel from a
punched side panel design that allows for easy heatsink removal.
Tempest EVO is well equipped for overclocking and watercooling
enthusiasts with predrilled watercooling tube access and support for
a dual 120mm radiator at the top panel.
“The original Tempest is one of our most successful
designs due to its optimal airflow capabilities” said Johnny Hou,
Chief Designer at NZXT. “With the additional improvements the
Tempest EVO brings to the equation, it’s destined to be a top
performer in its class.”
The Tempest EVO is available now at an MSRP of
$99.99. For more information visit
www.nzxt.com/products/tempest_evo.
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 NZXT Sentry 2 Review
In this review, we will
be looking at the next generation in the Sentry fan controller
series.
The NZXT Sentry 2 packs a one two punch
with being half the size and featuring a touch screen.
Does the Sentry 2 have what it takes to
take down the competition?
Let’s find out and see.
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 Ultra X4 850 Watt Modular Power
Supply Review
These
days its hard to believe Ultra first hit our radar with a flashy
little power supply that featured a new gimmick, the X-Connect modular
cable system. Love it or hate it the modular power supply was
here to stay. Today we will be looking at the latest Ultra
modular design, the Ultra X4 850 W ATX Power Supply. Ultra has
come along way since their first power supply and the X4 plans to
solidify Ultra as a top tier aftermarket provider. Is the X4
design the right power supply for you?
Lets take a closer
look!
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 NZXT Panzerbox Case Review
NZXT is back with the latest in their Aluminum Chassis series, the Panzerbox. The Panzerbox features a unique interior layout
designed to maximize airflow and accommodate massive aftermarket air
and water cooling solutions. All aluminum and maximum airflow
sounds like a recipe for success to me!
Lets see how well they
pull it off in today's build.
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NZXT Unveils Gamma Mid Tower Enthusiast Chassis
Case for the budget-conscious builder boasts advanced cooling,
maximum expandability, and immaculate wire routing capabilities for
around $50
El Monte, CA – October 22, 2009 –
NZXT, a company built on realizing the vision of gamers worldwide,
is proud to announce the Gamma, a mid tower enthusiast chassis that
provides a stellar feature set for $50. As with all of NZXT’s
cases, the Gamma places a premium on effective airflow with 6 fan
capability including dedicated VGA/CPU cooling and a unique front
panel design that allows extra air to enter through the front. NZXT
also includes pre-drilled watercooling holes on the backplate and
mounting holes for a dual radiator at the top. Gamma gives you
everything you need for a meticulously clean build with punched
motherboard holes and a turned HDD cage which keeps cabling as
discrete as possible.
“There is no other chassis on the market that offers this kind of
feature set for around $50” said Johnny Hou, Chief Designer at
NZXT. “For enthusiasts looking to shave some money off their build,
Gamma will provide everything you need for a high performance system
at a remarkably low price.”
The Gamma will be available in October. For more information visit
www.nzxt.com/products/gamma
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Microsoft
announces the world wide availability of Windows 7
NEW YORK — Oct. 22, 2009 — Today Microsoft Corp. announced the
worldwide availability of its new Windows 7 operating system.
Windows 7 delivers on a simple premise: make it easier for people to
do the things they want on a PC. The new operating system offers a
streamlined user interface and significant new features that make
everyday tasks easier and allow people to get the most out of
computers of all styles and sizes.
“With Windows 7, there’s never been a better
time to be a PC,” said Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer. “Together with
our partners, we’re bringing more choice, flexibility and value to
the market than ever before. With Windows 7, you’re sure to find a
PC that fits your life.”
Building Windows 7 has been a collaborative
process from the beginning, with Microsoft’s engineers and designers
working with customers and partners to build an operating system
that delivers on the vision of the PC, simplified. In a speech in
New York, Ballmer thanked the millions of volunteers who helped
improve the product by testing early versions.
“A project with the global customer reach of
Windows can only be done as a team,” said Steven Sinofsky, president
of the Windows and Windows Live Division at Microsoft, speaking at a
launch event in Tokyo. “We are grateful for the valuable
contributions from customers, partners and developers around the
world that helped make Windows 7 such a collaborative project.”
Click here for
more information about Windows 7.
After last week's exhilarating look at Sapphire's
HD5770, I was definitely chomping at the bit to see what the HD5870
could do. We all know that technology progresses at a
break-neck pace, and it is always a joy to see the progression first
hand. The RV870-based HD5870 promises to continue the fabled
legacy of Moore's Law, giving us a card with similar capabilities as
the venerated HD4870X2 all within a single chip. Which brings us to today, as we have a chance to
take an in-depth look at the Sapphire HD5870. This version of
the RV870 chip, named Cypress is practically a
doubling of the HD4870, thus it is no surprise that the single chip
HD5870 is expected as capable as the HD4870X2.
Shall we take a
closer look?
Ultra Products Unleashes X4 Modular Power Supplies
Energy efficient, fully modular, enthusiast power supplies with
industry-leading lifetime warranty
FLETCHER, OH – October 19, 2009 – Ultra
Products, the global leaders in PC component and peripheral design
that pioneered the invention of the modular power supply, is proud
to announce its latest lineup of PSUs, the X4. With the below
features, Ultra’s innovative series aims to satisfy even the most
power hungry PC enthusiast…
Modular Design – Patented technology helps
reduce clutter by using only the cables needed. This not only
increases airflow within the case, but it gives the inside of the
computer a clean and professional look that is easier to manage and
service.
80 Plus Certified – The X4 line received the
coveted 80 Plus Bronze certification meeting a stringent energy
efficiency performance specification. This optimization ensures that
that less energy is wasted by the computer and heat and noise
generated by the PSU are minimized.
Power Protection – Short circuit protection,
in-rush current protection, and thermal overload cutoff protection
–all work in conjunction to protect systems from under voltage,
surges and brown outs.
Simple Installation – All X4 PSUs include thumb
screws, zip ties and Velcro straps to make the build process as
streamlined as possible.
Lifetime Warranty – Register online or by
sending in the included warranty card and receive a lifetime
warranty.
Reduced Acoustics – Featuring a large 135mm dual
bearing cooling fan, Ultra’s X4 power supplies offer reduced
acoustics, increased airflow and longer life. Further, Ultra
includes a silicone chassis bracket which significantly reduces
vibration noises typically caused between the chassis and the fan.
“Ultra’s new X4 family of power supplies
represents the pinnacle of Ultra’s engineering prowess when it comes
to supplying high-end systems with power” said Nestor Villalobos,
Product Manager for Ultra Products. “With features such as fully
modular cables, short circuit protection, 80+ certification and a
lifetime warranty, the X4 is going to be benchmark by which all
other power supplies will be measured.”
The X4 PSU is available now at Ultra
Products.com Tiger Direct.com, CompUSA, and Circuit City.com.
Ultra X4 1200W – MSRP $299.99
Ultra X4 1050W – MSRP $279.99
Ultra X4 850W – MSRP $249.99
Ultra X4 750W – MSRP $149.99
Ultra X4 600W – MSRP $119.99
Ultra X4 500W – MSRP $99.99
Ultra X4 400W – MSRP $79.99
Ultra X4 1600W – Available late Q4
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There are few things that are more exciting in
the lives of computer geeks than the launch of a new generation of
video cards, and rightfully so, because every generation brings us
another shining example of Moore's Law at work, bringing us a leap
in performance, adding new features and lowering costs and sometimes
power consumption as well. ATI and Sapphire are hoping that
this generation is no different, bringing forward a slew of new GPUs
to attack the high end and midrange segments of the market.
Within the last couple of weeks, we have seen the Cypress-based
HD5870 and HD5850 completely blast the high end, and now we have the
HD5750 and HD5770 attacking the mid-range.
Read on as we
have a go at the new Sapphire Radeon HD5770 1GB.
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Corsair® launches
950 Watt power supply for gamers and PC enthusiasts
FREMONT, Calif., Oct. 6, 2009 — Corsair®, a worldwide leader in high
performance memory and computer products, today announced the launch
of the Corsair TX950W power supply unit (PSU), the latest addition
to the award-winning TX-series of high-quality PSUs.
The TX950W has been designed to meet the demanding
requirements of PC enthusiasts, creative professionals and gamers.
The TX950W is built using industrial-grade components to ensure
clean and stable voltages, and has been qualified to operate at 100%
load at an ambient temperature of 50°C for unmatched reliability.
The Corsair TX950W boasts a dedicated +12V rail
capable of delivering 78A (936W), which equates to 98.5% of the
PSU’s total power output. This makes it ideal for extreme, multi-GPU
gaming systems using the latest multi-core CPUs, such as Intel®
Core™ i5 and Core™ i7-series, all of which require high amounts of
stable power at 12V.
"Corsair’s TX650W, TX750W, and TX850W PSUs have
dominated the market by offering superior performance and quality at
affordable prices," said Jim Carlton, Vice President of Marketing at
Corsair. "The TX950W raises the bar even higher, thanks to 80 PLUS
Bronze efficiency, low noise, and output that’s capable of reliably
powering even the most demanding Dream PCs."
Thanks to the 80 PLUS Bronze certification, which
guarantees at least 85% energy efficiency at typical load levels,
the TX950W produces minimal waste heat and is extremely quiet. The
high-quality 140mm cooling fan remains at its minimum speed until
approximately 65% of the PSU’s total load. Six 6+2-pin PCI-E cables
are provided and the TX950W has been thoroughly tested for
compatibility with NVIDIA SLI and ATI Crossfire solutions. The
TX950W also boasts extra-long cables to support full-tower chassis.
The Corsair TX950W is available immediately from retailers and e-tailers,
and is backed by a five-year warranty and comprehensive customer
support via telephone, email, forum and the Tech Support Express
helpdesk.
More information about the Corsair TX950W power
supply can be found at
www.corsair.com/products/tx950/
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