Asus P5E3 Premium X48 motherboard reviewed
Neoseeker :: Thursday, April 03, 2008
“I just recently finished the E8500 review on the X38 version of the board – and I was amazed there at the 4.27GHz I obtained. The X38 was usable up to 500MHz FSB, but I found that the X48 could be stabilized as high as 525MHz – albeit with a lower multiplier for the CPU, resulting in lower performance than the 9.5×460 speed I found to be the best performer. Therefore for the “best performance overclock” I backed down to a “mere” 460×9.5 setting.”
Gigabyte EP35-DS4 Review
OCC :: Thursday, April 03, 2008
“In my mind, the Gigabyte EP35-DS4 is an average motherboard. Overall, it kept up with most of the motherboards, but rarely beat out all the competition. This motherboard did about the same as the Foxconn Mars, which also has a P35 chipset. This EP35-DS4 did nothing to distinguish itself from the competition, so I can’t recommend it over any of them. With this motherboard, I was able to achieve a 455 x 7 (3.18GHz) overclock, which is decent, but nothing extraordinary. I almost expected the EP35-DS4 to go above 470 since the Gigabyte EX38-DS4 that I tested did 466 without a problem.”
Cooler Master Real Power Pro 1250 Watt Power Supply Review
OCIA :: Thursday, April 03, 2008
“The Real Power Pro 1250 is one of 10 power supplies receiving nVidia’s highest SLI rating, for three 8800 Ultras or 8800 GTXs. It also has an 80Plus certification, certified to maintain more than 80% efficiency. Actually, this power supply is rated up to 87% efficiency. What does that mean? A more efficient power supply uses less wall current than a less efficient one, which means less dollars out of your pocket.”
Thecus N299 NAS Server Review
Virtual Hideout :: Thursday, April 03, 2008
“If I was looking at the N299 with a clean slate, and there was no issue with the speed, I would give it very high marks. The only place it would really lose marks is the quality of the start page. The features list is on par, if not above most other network access servers. I could overlook the lack of decent speeds if it wasn’t for the fact that, not only was I lead to believe the speeds would be better (why else would they say it has gigabit Ethernet?), but that there are other units with not only similar features, but also similar prices.”
CoolJag Mini LED Flash Fan reviewed
Burnout PC :: Thursday, April 03, 2008
“A few weeks ago I got this email with the request if I’d wanted to check out a programmable led fan. Sure I said, and a couple of days later it was in the mail ready to be checked out. As it’s been a while since we’ve looked at anything really mod related, it was refreshing to see something like this. It’s probably the most expensive fan you’ve ever seen, but is it worth the dough?. What we are looking at today is the CoolJag “Coolest” Mini LED Flash Fan.”
Intel’s Multi-Core Assault – Nehalem, Dunnington,Larabee
Hot Hardware :: Wednesday, April 02, 2008
In an impromptu pre-IDF press briefing today, Intel disclosed a wealth of new information regarding its roadmap product efforts, upcoming multi-core processors and their associated platforms. The discussion, chaired by the Senior VP of Intel’s Digital Enterprise Group, Pat Gelsinger, even covered additional detail of the company’s future play in the discrete GPU space, code-named Larrabee.
Antec Sonata 550 Plus reviewed
Burnout PC :: Wednesday, April 02, 2008
“Antec is back again with their Sonata casing, this time coupled with their fabulous NeoPower 550watts power supply. They packed it altogether in one box and called it the Sonata Plus 550. Another Sonata case, that at first sight looks a bit dull but if you look closer you’ll be amazed by what this case has to offer.”
Scythe Ninja Copper CPU Cooler Review
Hardware Canucks :: Wednesday, April 02, 2008
While it may be the Year Of The Rat to the Chinese but to computer enthusiasts, its going to be the year of the Ninja Copper. Its performance is really quite impressive and while passive mode is a bit of a dog’s breakfast, the included fan is so quiet that it really is foolish not to use this cooler without active cooling. With its slick good looks, its ability to allow you to achieve extreme air cooling overclocks and above all its silence really make this a great choice for just about anyone.
Details on the Forthcoming Intel Nehalem Processor
Hardware Secrets :: Wednesday, April 02, 2008
“Intel released today more details on their forthcoming Nehalem processor, which should arrive on the market by the end of this year. Main features will include a triple-channel integrated memory controller, three cache levels, the return of HyperThreading technology, a new external bus called QuickPath and more. Read on to learn everything you need to know about this future CPU.”
Eagle Tech ET-CSIU2J-BK JBOD External Storage System Review 
Big Bruin :: Wednesday, April 02, 2008
All of the enclosures reviewed at Bigbruin.com have begun to blur in my mind, but every once in a while one of them is different enough to stand out. Eagle Tech Computers has a new product that offers a unique design, as well as a configuration that isn’t what you see in the typical hard drive enclosure. The ET-CSIU2J-BK JBOD External Storage System is a compact enclosure that supports two 3.5 inch SATA drives connected via USB 2.0.
OCZ ReaperX HPC 4GB PC2-6400
Phoronix :: Wednesday, April 02, 2008
“Last July we had looked at the Reaper HPC DDR2 memory from OCZ Technology, which not only was clocked well for its time with a memory frequency of DDR2-1066MHz, supported NVIDIA’s EPP (Enhanced Performance Profiles), and boasted OCZ’s admirable lifetime warranty with EVP (Extended Voltage Protection), but it was the first model to bring forth their next-generation patent-pending memory heatspreaders. The Reaper HPC (Heat Pipe Conduit) cooling solution is made up of normal heatspreaders attached to the ICs, but bonded to the top of that is a single copper heatpipe in a loop that passes through an aluminum fin array. We were pleased by both the cooling and memory performance with the Reaper HPC, but OCZ Technology didn’t stop there in their quest to deliver 110% customer satisfaction. OCZ has taken their Reaper HPC design to the next level by strapping on two copper heatpipes, ensuring that each memory IC is in direct contact with one of these thermo-conductive pipes, and greatly increasing the size of the aluminum fin array. This newest memory cooling solution is known as ReaperX HPC and can be found on the PC2-6400 ReaperX HPC EB 4GB dual channel kit, which we are reviewing today.”
Windows Internet Explorer 8 Beta
PC Mech :: Wednesday, April 02, 2008
“The beta edition of IE 8 was released so I downloaded it and gave it a go. First I will state that this is a beta product and certain things don’t work correctly, so unless you’re a web designer/developer, stick with your current browser (be it IE 7, Firefox, Opera or whatever you currently use). The short […]”
Western Digital Scorpio 2.5″ 320GB HDD
Tweak Town :: Wednesday, April 02, 2008
“While SSD or Solid State Disks are making their way in, we are still working with the current generation of storage and Western Digital has managed to do very well at increasing sizes and speeds.
The underside of the drive is extremely clean of high rise circuits and components, simply because they have been sandwiched between the top of the PCB and the lower casing of the drive. With this design you don’t have to worry about any short circuits or clearance issues.”
Zalman Reserator XT Hybrid Liquid Cooling System Review
Techgage :: Wednesday, April 02, 2008
Given their nature, external water-coolers have a lot of room to do things right. Zalman took full advantage of the space they had with the XT and delivered a superb external solution with excellent performance. Though slightly expensive, “you get what you pay for” rings true here.
Thermaltake M9 Mid-Tower Case Review
Think Computers :: Wednesday, April 02, 2008
“Most enthusiasts that have been building for at least a few years most likely have used something with the Thermaltake logo on it. Thermaltake has a wide variety of products: cases; fans; CPU, GPU, hard drive, and chipset coolers; liquid cooling; power supplies; storage solutions; and various other stuff. Today I will be looking at the Thermaltake M9, a mid-tower that appears to take some of its inspiration from the Xaser VI. Will it meet my expectations of a Thermaltake case? Stay tuned to find out.”
MemoRight GT MR25.2-064S 2.5-Inch 64GB SATA SSD
Benchmark Reviews :: Wednesday, April 02, 2008
For a little over a year now Benchmark Reviews has anxiously awaited the fabled Solid State Drive that could replace our current list of preferred Hard Disk Drives. Making this wait seem even longer was the fact that HDD manufacturers were constantly improving there product and adding new enhancements to the technology. First there was perpendicular storage, then came fluid bearings, and finally there was the increase in cache buffer DRAM. Performance has always been the hurdle that SSD’s have had a tough time clearing, with read and write bandwidth creating the largest obstacles. Response time and reduced power consumption has been the key arguement for owning an SSD, but without the bandwidth throughput to measure up against HDD’s they became an expensive niche item. That time has passed. After a long wait, Benchmark Reviews has discovered the MemoRight GT MR25.2-064S 2.5-Inch 64GB SATA SSD Solid State.
CoolJag Falcon 92-Cu Heatsink Review
OCC :: Wednesday, April 02, 2008
“I was very surprised to see the Falcon 92-Cu come out ahead of the Ultra 120 Extreme by a few degrees in both the stock and overclocked testing, despite the latter having a larger fan. The Falcon 92-Cu was not as efficient at cooling the processor during the Idle testing, however it came back and cooled the chip when it was needed the most; during full load. I really like how this heatsink is very versatile by having the ability to be used on different socket types and has all the included hardware needed to do this.”
Power Supply (PSU) Purchasing Guide 
Techware Labs :: Wednesday, April 02, 2008
If you are in the market for a new Power Supply to keep your machine running or for a new machine then take a look at our power supply purchasing guide and find out what some manufacturers don’t want you to know about their ratings and advertising. What do you really need to know before buying your next PSU? Read our review to find out.
gwin ABT-450MM Power Supply Review
Hardware Secrets :: Wednesday, April 02, 2008
“ABT-450MM is one of the most low-end power supplies from Kingwin, targeted to users building a very basic PC. Kingwin promises that this power supply can really deliver its rated power at 50º C. Is that so? Let’s check it out.”
Ultra Microfly SX6
Driver Heaven :: Wednesday, April 02, 2008
Many of the first generation mATX cases were very restrictive and therefore not very popular, however cubic mATX cases have, like much in the world of technology, evolved considerably since then. Today we will take a look at one of the most interesting cubic mATX cases available, the Ultra MicroFly SX6. The MicroFly has an Ultra XVS 600W modular PSU installed from the factory and is able to house full length video cards and optical drives … therefore on paper the MicroFly SX6 should be one of the best mATX cases an enthusiast can buy.
ASUS Silent Knight II Heatsink Review
Frosty Tech :: Wednesday, April 02, 2008
“In this review Frostytech is evaluating the ASUS Silent Knight II heatsink. The Silent Knight II is a copper heatsink vaguely reminiscent of the Zalman CNPS9700NT. Like most thermal solutions being introduced, it’s compatible with Intel Core 2 Duo/Quad/Extreme and AMD Athlon64 processors. A 92mm PWM fan is set within the body of the heatsink and spins at 800-2300RPM, generating no more than 46 dBA in Frostytech’s real world measurements. A pair of blue LEDs illuminate the translucent impeller blades, giving the Silent Knight II a nice visual effect. ”
ASUS U6S Ultra Portable
t-break :: Wednesday, April 02, 2008
Petite- check!, Stylish- check! Beautiful- check! No, Im not going through my list of specifications for what you might be thinking. Let me make it more obvious- full featured- check!, speedy- check! What I am looking at is the new ultra-mobile from ASUS modeled as the U6S. I received this little wonder from ASUS a couple of weeks back and it came packaged nicely in a box with CDs full or applications, drivers and user guides as well as the power adapter and two batteries.
ancool Metal Boned K7
TechPowerUp :: Wednesday, April 02, 2008
The Lancool brand is created by Lian-Li and combines the flawless, understatement exterior with the sturdy bones of steel. This makes for the name “Metal Boned K7”. The case is meant for LAN Parties and offers the same innovations found in the more expensive Lian-Li branded cases.
Thermaltake Toughpower 1000W Power Supply Review
Futurelooks :: Wednesday, April 02, 2008
When it comes to performance computing, power is everything. Not only do you want the most powerful components, you want to make sure those components are provided with enough power to meet performance expectations. This is where power supplies that produce 1000W or more come into play. We have one such beast on the test bench today: The Toughpower 1000W power supply from Thermaltake.
QNAP TS-409 Pro 4-Drive SATA Gigabit NAS
Benchmark Reviews :: Wednesday, April 02, 2008
Times are a little tough right now for many small business owners, so any product that offers to save them money while still performing every function they require is sure to interest many of them. The task of providing an affordable product, that cuts overhead yet still performs up to par is not any easy undertaking. Most small businesses today have at least some level of data storage needs. It may be as simple as storing bookkeeping records, emails and customer contact information, it may involve storing legal documents or patient records, it may involve storing work product such as digital artwork or CAD drawings, or it may even involve hosting the company’s retail sales website. The bottom line is that in today’s business world it is hard to find a small business that doesn’t have some need to store their digital data. This is where the Network Attached Storage servers come in and today Benchmark Reviews will be taking a close look at one of these NAS Servers, the QNAP TS-409 Pro.
Thermaltake Max 4 Active Cooling HDD Enclosure Review
Hardware Secrets :: Wednesday, April 02, 2008
“Hard disk drive enclosures are cases for you to install a hard disk drive outside the computer, being a terrific way to carry a huge amount of data around, for backing up data, for storing and carrying files from home to the office and vice-versa, for storing and carrying videos, etc. The main problem with external hard drives is speed, because most of them are based on the USB 2.0 port, which is limited to 60 MB/s (480 Mbps). Max 4 Active Cooling from Thermaltake, however, has also an eSATA port, which is the best way to connect an external hard drive, as this interface allows the hard disk drive to be accessed at the same speed as it were installed inside the PC. Let’s take a detailed look on this Thermaltake enclosure, including its performance.”
QNAP TS-409 Pro Turbo NAS Review
Hardware Canucks :: Wednesday, April 02, 2008
There is certainly a lot to like about the QNAP 409 Pro Turbo and it has features that are usually only found on much more expensive devices. Everything about it from its swing open front door to its administration page speak volumes about how good those QNAP engineers are at their jobs. Some other companies could certainly use hint or two from QNAP’s user friendly interfaces and with them QNAP has once again proven to be a true leader in the NAS market.
OCZ Vendetta & “Freeze” Thermal Paste
Driver Heaven :: Wednesday, April 02, 2008
Long gone are the days when OCZ were merely a memory manufacturer, today they produce some decent power supplies (after their acquisition of Pc power) and have a range of cooling products available including CPU coolers and thermal compounds. Today we are taking a look at two of the most recent additions to the OCZ cooling family, the Vendetta CPU cooler and Freeze thermal compound. We will be comparing both against the excellent Arctic Cooling Freezer 7 Pro and MX-2 paste.
Mil-Spec Aerospace Fan on Scythe Orochi Heatsink – Big just got bigger!
Frosty Tech :: Wednesday, April 02, 2008
“In this article Frostytech is going to have some fun with the Orochi and conduct a little experiment with the help of one very powerful mil-spec aerospace fan. The Orochi heatsink comes with a 140x140x25mm fan that spins at a leisurely 500RPM and is almost totally silent. Will it perform significantly better with significantly more airflow? To find out, Frostytech mounted a mil-spec IMC Magnetics vane-axial fan on top of the Orochi and dawned hearing protection….”
Measuring Fedora’s Boot Performance
Phoronix :: Wednesday, April 02, 2008
“Last month we had measured Ubuntu’s boot performance via the open-source Bootchart utility and had done this on all Ubuntu releases between Ubuntu 6.06 LTS and the latest development build at the time for Ubuntu 8.04 LTS. From this testing we had found the boot time to decrease with each official release and the maximum disk throughput increasing. With Fedora 9 Sulphur due out next month, we have done this same boot performance testing on the Fedora side with Core 4, Core 5, Core 6, 7, 8, and 9 Rawhide.”
Jeantech Absolute 1000w Review 
XS Reviews :: Wednesday, April 02, 2008
“The last time we got out mitts on Jeantech property, the power supply ended up being used in our test rig for months afterward thanks to its fully modular design.
Today I have a slightly more powerful model – the Absolute 1000W which promises a semi-modular design, low noise output and stable rails. Let’s see if it’s ready to give our twin Ultra’s the required oomph.”
AMD 780G Chipset – Gigabyte MA-78GM-S2H Motherboard
Legit Reviews :: Wednesday, April 02, 2008
“The AMD 780G chipset is the first new chipset that was designed by AMD after the AMD/ATI merger and it performs like a winner. Usually when a company designs a chipset with integrated graphics they just take half of a desktop GPU and stick it inside the chipset, but the 780G is the first chipset generation to have the whole graphics engine inside. The Gigabyte GA-MA78GM-S2H motherboard is a great example of what the 780G chipset can do when properly used. The board didn’t leave us with any bad to say as it was found to be stable with a BIOS that could easily worked with…”
ASUS M3N78-EMH HDMI Sneak Peek
Hot Hardware :: Wednesday, April 02, 2008
“What you see pictured here is the ASUS M3N78-EMH HDMI. The M3N78-EMH HDMI is a socket AM2+ motherboard, compatible with virtually all AMD single, dual- and quad-core desktop processors. The board is built around NVIDIA’s GeForce 8200 chipset, which offers Hybrid SLI support as well as HyperTransport 3.0 and PCI Express 2.0.”
BLAST FLOW Siberian Rev2 Modular VGA WaterBlock
Overclock 3d :: Wednesday, April 02, 2008
“The Blastflow Siberian Rev2 VGA block is an universal modular waterblock designed to be compatible with both – Nvidia and ATI (now AMD) cards.”
