by Yaroslav Lyssenko
11/07/2004 | 03:07 PM
Processors
<%BANNER[article]%>Intel is readying a line of consumer electronics chips based on the IA32 architecture, the design underlying the vast majority of Intel's desktop, notebook and server processors, said Louis Burns, co-general manger of the Desktop Platforms Group at Intel.
Consumer electronics manufacturers will be able to incorporate the chips into set-top boxes or digital video recorders (DVRs). Intel hopes to sell more silicon for these two types of product, Burns said. Read the whole story at CNET News.com.
Optical Devices
Legit Reviews has posted a guide on how to turn your single-layer DVD writer into dual-layer DVD recorder. Find out what product needs to be obtained and what must be done in order to ensure the success of the modding.
Mainboards
Viperlair.com has reviewed MSI 915P Neo2 Platinum mainboard. This mainboard is powered by i915P chipset, features dual-channel DDR2 memory, PCI Express x16 slot for graphics cards, onboard RAID controller, integrated audio, Gigabit Ethernet, FireWire and USB 2.0 ports. With a substantial number of features as well as advanced overclockability and relatively low price, this product may worth your attention.
Modding, PSU
Overclockers Online has reviewed RaidMax RX-520XPW power supply unit. This 520W PSU features an impressive and pretty long list of specifications; particularly the PSU offers sophisticated shielding, noise reducing and power stabilizing technologies. With solid performance and high build quality this product may be great candidate for your system.
Hi-techreviews.com has reviewed Radian Heatsinks Turbo Helix heatsink. The cooler is designed for Intel Pentium 4 processors in PGA478 packaging. With copper-embedded base this precision forged aluminum heat sink ensures optimum heat transfer. An efficient cooling is also achieved by utilizing innovative curved fin design which enables omni-directional airflow that is cooling the surrounding components as well.
Aftermath1 Reviews has taken a look at SunBeams’ Cannoneer control panel. The Cannoneer is a great buy for those who want to have control over audio signal level, case temperature as well as fan speed and fan voltage. The panel offers you good build quality and a product that is stylish and sleek looking.
Multimedia
The TechLounge has reviewed JetAudio iAudio U2 MP3 player. This player has nothing to do with the U2 band, but it still boasts with a long list of features, including FM radio tuner, voice recorder and the ability to record from FM radio as well as a separate line-in jack, this device is surly not an ordinary thing. If you are the active type and are looking for a player to take with you then this may be a product to consider.
PCs
TrustedReviews has posted a roundup of three servers. Dell PowerEdge 2850 was put in competition against HP ProLiant ML370 G4 and Systemax Mission 8102. Find out how the reviewed servers had performed in local and remote management. Also pay attention to monitoring features, price and storage density criteria.
PCWorld.com has posted its monthly top 15 desktop PC chart. Different computers are compared to each other in “Power PC” and “Value PC” segments. Personal computers in the high-end range are prices from $2499 to $5429, while the machines in the entry-level series cost from $1275 to $1789. It is pretty interesting to point out a few newcomers. Systems from Compaq and Micro Express debut on the power side of the chart, and Alienware introduces a budget PC.