Mapower MAP-TB32 Dual SATA RAID Enclosure :: Posted on 09.05.08
The primary method of connection should be via eSATA to take full advantage of its capabilities, as its below average USB 2.0 performance is disappointing. USB 2.0 gives you portability options should you need it, but I wouldn't recommend this enclosure for USB 2.0 only systems unless you need the data redundancy the RAID-1 configuration offers. - The Review
The kit in question features two 1GB sticks of PC3-14400 DDR3 memory rated for 8-8-8-24 timings at 1.9V. While slower kits showed that they could be overclocked to perform nearly as well as the HyperX 2GB DDR3-1800 dual channel memory kit, if you are looking for plug and play performance at 1800MHz and above, this kit is worth considering. - The Review
Thermaltake Armor+ MX VH8000BWS Mid Tower ATX Case :: Posted on 08.20.08
Good things come in slightly smaller packages... Smaller than a full tower case, that is! A few weeks ago the Thermaltake Armor+ VH6000BWS full tower chassis was reviewed at Bigbruin.com, and the overall impression was quite positive. This time around we have the mid tower version, the Armor+ MX VH8000BWS. - The Review
Thermaltake DuOrb Heatpipe CPU Cooler :: Posted on 08.19.08
Installing the Thermaltake DuOrb heatpipe CPU cooler on a motherboard with an open layout should be very simple thanks to the well thought out mounting hardware that will hold the cooler in place and will keep it from sliding around. As seen in the review, there could be issues installing the DuOrb on some motherboards. - The Review
ASUS TOP 512MB GeForce 9600GT Graphics Card :: Posted on 08.15.08
While the saying is that you get what you paid for, I think you get a little extra with the ASUS TOP 512MB GeForce 9600GT. The card performs well, the GPU doesn't get too warm, and the fan never gets noisy. The performance in 3D games should be more than adequate for casual gamers, but this card also seems well suited for multimedia enjoyment. - The Review
Maxtor BlackArmor 160GB Encrypted Portable Drive :: Posted on 08.13.08
The 160GB BlackArmor provides a unique twist on a rather common item. Portable hard drives are everywhere, and in general are easy ways for people to lose valuable personal or business data. Security is the key feature of this product, and if protecting your portable data is a high priority, Maxtor has made it just about fool proof. - The Review
From Around The Web
Razer Goliathus Speed Edition Mouse Pad :: Posted on 09.05.08
While Optical, Laser or Infrared mice can operate under those grueling conditions, we, and perhaps we alone, hear their cries of agony. Crying out into the glow of the LCD, 'Help us our feet hurt, Help us Help you PWN'. When Razer contacted us about testing their new Goliathus High Speed Edition Gaming Mouse Pad, we heard the cries of thousands of mice begging for relief and we were glad for the chance to be the voice of all those tortured souls. - bjorn3d.com
NZXT Avatar Gaming Mouse :: Posted on 09.05.08
On the slab today we have the monolithic looking NZXT Avatar mouse in all its matt-black glory. Boasting a 2600 DPI optical sensor, fully customisable interface and an ambidextrous design, it certainly aims to please all. - tweaktown.com
Vizo Mirrorbox Card Reader :: Posted on 09.05.08
The Mirrorbox is an all-in-one card reader, able to handle every card you throw at it. It has a stylish black housing with compact dimensions and everything to get access to those holiday images on that memory card. - techpowerup.com
Gigabyte MA78GPM-DS2H Motherboard :: Posted on 09.05.08
The AMD 780G chipset itself lets motherboard manufacturers stand out even without researching user requirements and competition, because having a remarkable integrated graphics core, this chipset allows to install dedicated video memory, which makes this motherboard an independent graphics device. - digit-life.com
WolfKing Timber Wolf Gaming Keyboard :: Posted on 09.05.08
Today's PC gaming enthusiast is always on the lookout for the edge that will put him or her above other players. A performance gaming keyboard is at the top of the list of products that can certainly make a difference. Today Benchmark Reviews takes a look at what could possibly be an edge that some players are looking for, the Wolf King Timber Wolf gaming keyboard. - benchmarkreviews.com
Thermaltake Vi-On External Hard Drive Enclosure :: Posted on 09.05.08
The Vi-On does exactly what an external enclosure should do – provide a cool and secure housing for that spare HDD you may have lying around. Installation takes only a few minutes and is simply a matter of snapping in the drive and then plugging it in to your PC. Both USB and a high speed eSATA interface are supported to make transferring files of all sizes a quick and easy process. For those times when portability is needed and the limited storage of a flash drive isn't enough, the Vi-On paired with a SATA HDD is a handy alternative. - tweaknews.net
ASUS EAH3850 X2 1GB Graphics Card :: Posted on 09.05.08
To dual or not to dual? - that is the question. Yes, yes, I can hear you all yelling, "DUAL DUAL DUAL," and to a certain extent I agree. So maybe the real question should be, "To dual with single GPU's or dual GPU's." The EAH3850 X2 1GB may be a reason to consider a dual GPU card. The main feature is that Crossfire has already been enabled onboard and is ready to go out of the box. The 3850 GPU has a core clock of 668MHZ and the DD3 memory runs at 1.65GHz. This combination allows DVI resolution to reach 2560x1600, which means it's time for me to get a new higher resolution monitor. - virtual-hideout.net
ZOTAC GeForce 9800 GTX+ Zone Edition Video Card :: Posted on 09.04.08
It used to be that if you wanted to overclock your hardware, you ran the risk of voiding a warranty. Supposing that you dared to accept that risk, your options were still limited by the cooling equipment available to you. So it stands to reason that ZOTAC is making huge strides with their ZONE series, which combines a silent liquid-cooled system to a 55nm GeForce video card. The AMP! Series is already a fan favorite because of the extreme speeds at which they are factory overclocked, and the ZONE series adds to this a dramatically improved water-cooling solution for the best performance with no worries of heat or noise. - benchmarkreviews.com
Logitech V550 Nano Mouse :: Posted on 09.04.08
If you're sick of dragging a sweaty finger around on your laptop's touchpad, but equally tired of toting a mouse around with your otherwise ultra-mobile machine, Logitech's V550 Nano promises to liberate you from carrying around that fist-sized plastic anchor by snapping it directly to your notebook. We found the concept surprisingly useful, and very well executed on Logitech's behalf, but your results may vary depending on how you use your notebook. - digitaltrends.com
Xigmatek HDT-S1284EE Heatsink :: Posted on 09.04.08
The Xigmatek HDT-S1284EE heatsink is an extension of the Achilles model, built on the same great frame but with a new fan that offers identical performance and just about the same noise values. At full tilt the HDT-1284EE barely purrs at 44.2dBA, while the Achilles hums away at 42.7dBA. The Xigmatek HDT-S1284EE heatsink features an "exposed heatpipe base" that stacks up very well in the competitive world of AMD and Intel processor cooling. - frostytech.com
