The Tech Report Reviews Shuttle's XPC SB81P

Subject: Systems | July 26, 2004 - 02:14 AM | Alexander Munos
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Scott "Damage" Wasson has put together another solid review as he takes a look at Shuttle's XPC SB81P. How does this box stack up to the rigorous testing of Damage Labs? Read on and find out!

Shuttle's designers, ever vigilant, apparently weren't daunted. They've redesigned the XPC from a clean sheet of paper. The result is Shuttle's new P-series chassis, the first incarnation of which is the XPC SB81P.

Kingston Technology HyperX PC3200 CL2 1GB DDR Kit Arrives

Subject: Memory | July 25, 2004 - 10:30 PM | Chris Wiles
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Despite the advent of DDR2 memory, there appears to be no slow down in the sales of traditional DDR. In fact, the choices keep getting better. Until recently, one of the drawbacks with the faster DDR was often its high latency.

Abbiecomp LCD ViewMaster - Adjustable Screen Mount

Subject: Displays | July 24, 2004 - 10:25 PM | Chris Wiles
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Ever thought that it would be possible to reduce the footprint of that lovely LCD monitor even further? Enter Abbiecomp Space Management with a new and intriguing take on an old idea. You may be familiar with gas suspension on your car or motorbike, but now its found its way onto your desktop! Curious?

Sharp AQUOS 20' LC-20B4U LCD Television

Subject: Displays | July 24, 2004 - 05:53 PM | Chris Wiles
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With the next generation of displays here today, can Sharp's Ultra Thin, Ultra Light AQUOS 20" LCD Television become tomorrows object of desire? Its sleek, its discreet and its silver, but how impressed were the guys over at Bytesector?

"More and more people want quality over quantity, results over size; LCD televisions are the outcome of these new desires.

Saturday System Round-Up

Subject: Systems | July 24, 2004 - 02:42 PM | Alexander Munos
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Today I have rounded up two SFF reviews and a digital music system preview (for something a little different). Enjoy!

The ability to listen to music throughout the house is an audio enthusiast's dream.

Get yer watercool on! & More

Subject: Cases and Cooling | July 23, 2004 - 11:47 AM | Jeremy Hellstrom
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I present a review of Swiftech's solution for users who use 1/2" ID tubing. Plus many other manufacturers current offerings in the ways of phase change goodness.  I'm on holidays for the next 2 weeks, so you'll have to read 'em slow.  Great weekend all.

"If you are using a high pressure pump then the MCW6000 will likely perform better than the MCW6002.

Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro And AMD Develop Computing Solution

Subject: Processors | July 22, 2004 - 08:57 PM | Joe White
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MILANO, ITALY -- July 22, 2004 --AMD (NYSE:AMD) today announced that Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro, the Formula One racing team, has implemented a server cluster based on the AMD Opteron™ processor with Direct Connect Architecture in order to advance its essential aerodynamic research and development. The servers based on the AMD Opteron processor represent the highest-performing computing solution ever employed by Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro.

Official Doom3 Benchmarks at HardOCP

Subject: Graphics Cards | July 22, 2004 - 03:15 AM | Ryan Shrout
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These are the first official, final benchmarks from the retail Doom3.   Kyle has one-upped the rest of the industry here with this exclusive!

Talking to John briefly about his overclocking comments made some things clear to us that many enthusiasts will need to be aware of. When he speaks of "new usage patterns" he is literally talking about transistors on some of new GPUs that are going to be used for the first time when you play DOOM 3 on your video card.

Hump-day Heatsinks & more

Subject: Cases and Cooling | July 21, 2004 - 11:39 AM | Alex Marsters
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Just a few quick links to help you keep your cool today folks. 

"The Swiftech name has been associated with quality heatsinks for as long as I've been an Overclocker. Continuing their excellent tradition, the MCX line of heatsinks represent the very latest and finest in Swiftech heatsink technology. The entire line of MXC coolers all benefit from the Patented Helicoid pin design which takes air cooling to a whole new level.

Misc SFF Reviews

Subject: Systems | July 21, 2004 - 11:34 AM | Alexander Munos
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Here are a few SFF reviews to keep you going as we push through the middle of the week.

Alienware Broadens Its Horizons

Subject: Systems | July 20, 2004 - 11:34 AM | Alexander Munos
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The Inquirer is reporting that Alienware is branching out into larger markets and will be shooting for more than just an enthusiast circle.

FORMERLY SPECIALIST PC company Alienware said it is spreading its wings and will sell a number of ranges of machines aimed at the government, workstation, and small and medium markets.

Alienware Prepares Athlon 64 Notebook for Gamers

Subject: Mobile | July 19, 2004 - 06:57 PM | Ryan Shrout
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This looks to be a kick ass gaming machine, and I happen to think one is headed my way very soon for testing.  :)  These babies include an nForce3 chispet, Radeon 9700 mobility and special gaming LCDs!

Regardless of which feature you examine, every aspect of the new Aurora-m64 is custom tailored around maximizing the gaming experience.

DesignTechnica Reviews Home Theater System From Gateway

Subject: Systems | July 19, 2004 - 01:28 PM | Alexander Munos
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DesignTechnica has taken a look at the Gateway KAS-303 Home Theater System and likes what they have found (even snagged an Editor's Choice Award)! Check out the review and see for yourself.

Gateway's KAS-303 home-theater is a 6.1 channel, 750 watt system that incorporates some innovative features into a compact, yet powerful system.

P4 S775 2.8 GHz Overclocking Test

Subject: Processors | July 19, 2004 - 12:19 PM | Ryan Shrout
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Kyle over at HardOCP has a nice write up on his experiences overclocking a 2.8 GHz retail Intel 520 processor.

Not only does this give a enthusiast view of what power is tucked into the new Pentium 4, it gives us an idea at what the upcoming Intel 1066MHz bus speed will bring. Our testing also provides information cutting edge enthusiasts want to know about DDR2 RAM and PCI-Express video card power needs.

Frost-byie H2O & More Cases

Subject: Cases and Cooling | July 19, 2004 - 12:01 PM | Jeremy Hellstrom
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GruntvillE reviews a pre-modded case designed by VoyeurMods.Com.  It is called a Frost-Byte H2O and is made up of 'a Chen Ming 602 with a laser etched window and an incredible Danger Den Cooling system', and it is impressive looking, and probably cools as well as your fridge.  As well, 2 looks at a NZXT case, in black and green, plus

AMD Rewrites The Rules For Notebook Performance

Subject: Processors | July 19, 2004 - 09:22 AM | Joe White
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SUNNYVALE, CALIF. -- July 19, 2004 --AMD (NYSE: AMD) today introduced the Mobile AMD Athlon™ 64 processor 3400+, bringing customers the highest performing 32-bit/64-bit processor designed for Windows^®-based notebook PCs. The addition of the new Mobile AMD Athlon 64 processor 3400+ to the award-winning AMD64 processor family provides an even greater selection for powerful 32-bit computing today plus compatibility with tomorrow's 64-bit software.

Intel's 925X Platform - D925XCV Desktop Board Review

Subject: Motherboards | July 18, 2004 - 02:15 AM | Ryan Shrout
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Bring some car to your chillin' PC & More

Subject: Cases and Cooling | July 16, 2004 - 11:49 AM | Jeremy Hellstrom
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Here is a nice interactive chart of many of the waterblocks that are available today, expressed as the delta between CPU and water temp, by flow rates.  This week, the water cooling based reviews dried up a little.  To make up for it, here are coolers designed for your RAM, HDD, your ears and your lap.  Also included, one of the oddest 5.25' bay inserts I have ever seen, if you are a car lover, it's worth looking at. 

"It's a page that allows you to simply choose the waterblocks you are interested in and see their performance.