With Nvidia announcing the launch of its latest GeForce 9800 GTX+, 9800 GT and 9500 GT GPUs, graphics card makers including Micro-Star International (MSI), Asustek Computer, Gigabyte Technology, Foxconn, Biostar and Leadtek Research, have all launched related products. Nvidia GeForce 9500GT and 9800GT specifications GPU GeForce 9500 GT GeForce 9800 GT Processor Cores 32 112 Graphics Clock (MHz) 550 600 Processor Clock (MHz) 1400 1500 Texture Fill Rate (billion/sec) 8.8 33.6 Memory Clock (MHz) 800 (GDDR3) and 500 (DDR2) 900 Standard Memory Config 256/512MB (GDDR3) and 512MB (DDR2) 512MB Memory Interface Width 128-bit (GDDR3 and DDR2) 256-bit GDDR3 Memory Bandwidth (GB/sec) 25.6 (GDDR3) and 16.0 (DDR2) 57.6 NVIDIA SLI-ready 2-way 2-way NVIDIA PureVideo Technology PVHD PVHD NVIDIA PhysX-ready Yes Yes NVIDIA CUDA Technology Yes Yes HybridPower Technology No Yes GeForce Boost No No Bus Support PCIe 2.0 x16 PCIe 2.0 x16 Maximum Digital Resolution 2560×1600 2560×1600 Maximum VGA Resolution 2048×1536 2048×1536 Standard Display Connectors Two Dual Link DVI (GDDR3) and Single Dual Link DVI (DDR2) Two Dual Link DVI, One HDTV output Multi Monitor Yes Yes HDCP Yes Yes HDMI Via adapter Via Adapter Maximum GPU Temperature (in C) 105 105 Maximum Graphics Card Power 50W 105W Minimum System Power Requirement 350W 400W Supplementary Power Connectors None One 6-pin Source: Nvidia, compiled by Digitimes, July 2008 MSI N9800GT series graphics cardPhoto: Company MSI N9500GT series graphics cardPhoto: Company Asustek EN9500GT TOP/DI/512M graphics cardPhoto: Company Gigabyte GeForce 9500 GT series graphics cardPhoto: Company Gigabyte GeForce 9800 GT series graphics cardPhoto: Company Foxconn GeForce 9500 GT series graphics cardPhoto: Company Foxconn GeForce 9800 GT series graphic cardPhoto: Company Biostar Sigma Gate V9503GT21 and V9502GT51 graphics cardsPhoto: Company Leadtek WinFast PX9500 GT series graphics cardPhoto: Company

In addition to Asustek Computer's Eee Box and Micro-Star International's (MSI's) Wind PC, Synnex is also ready to ship its Lemel Q to heat up the nettop market in August, according to channel sources.Asustek's Eee Box will launch on July 30 in Taiwan.Synnex's upcoming 3-liter Lemel Q PC Smart deluxe nettop is based on the Intel Atom 230 processor and priced around NT$13,900 (US$455.7). The nettop will also be offered bundled with a 19-inch LCD monitor for NT$18,888.Although larger than the Eee Box, the Q PC Smart includes a built-in DVD burner enabling a more flexible multimedia experience. MSI's Wind PC also includes support for an optical drive but is a much larger 5-liter design. Lemel Q PC Smart deluxe nettop specifications Item Detail CPU Intel Atom 230/1.6G/512K L2/533MHz processor OS Windows Vista Home Premium Memory 2GB DDR2 667MHz (1xDIMM, Max 2GB) ODD DVD-Super Multi burner HDD 160GB VGA Intel GMA950 with shared memory up to 256MB L2 Cache 512KB Chipsets Intel 945GC PSU 60W Size 240(length) × 185(width) × 70(height)mm, around 3.1L Source: Company, compiled by Digitimes, July 2008Lemel Q PC Smart deluxe nettopPhoto: CompanyMSI Wind PC nettopPhoto: Joseph Tsai, Digitimes, June 2008Asustek Eee Box nettopPhoto: Company

Asustek Computer has released the M3A79-T Deluxe motherboard equipped with the AMD 790FX/SB750 chipset and support 140W CPUs.The M3A79-T Deluxe supports HyperTransport 3.0, four PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots, ATI Quad CrossFireX technology and the AMD OverDrive. The motherboard also equipped with Asustek's Precision Tweaker 2 to offer overclocking potential and Express Gate. Asustek M3A79-T Deluxe motherboard specifications Item Detail CPU AMD AM2+ / AM2 CPU Support Chipset AMD 790FX + SB750 Memory DDR2 1066* / 800 / 667 / 533 * DDR2 1066 is supported by AM2+ CPUs only System Bus Up to 5200MT/s HT3 interface Expansion Slots Four PCI Express 2.0 x16 Two PCI Storage Six SATA 3Gb/s ports with RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 support One Ultra DMA 133 / 100 / 66 One eSATA 3Gb/s port (SATA On-the-Go) LAN Gb LAN Audio 8-channel HD Form factor ATX Source: Company, compiled by Digitimes, July 2008Asustek M3A79-T Deluxe motherboard Photo: Company

Fujitsu PC Asia Pacific has introduced its latest enhanced LifeBook tablet-convertible PCs, the LifeBook T5010 and LifeBook T1010. Both notebooks include a 13.3-inch WXGA 1280×800 widescreen on an extended glass cover pivoting on a bi-directional hinge.Designed for extreme usability, the LifeBook T5010 and LifeBook T1010 feature a Status LED that allows the system status to be seen even if the screen is closed, a scroll sensor adjacent to the screen to facilitate control and a slide power switch to reduce inconvenience due to blunders while rotating the screen. There is also a two-way speaker that ensures uninterrupted music and sound even if the screen is closed, highlighted the company.The LifeBook T5010 and T1010 both adopt the Intel Centrino 2 platform using Core 2 Duo processors (Penryn) and are Windows Vista compatible. The notebooks also feature DDR3 memory (1066MHz).The LifeBook T5010 also features Active Digitiser to provide precision and accuracy for writing, while the notebook also has a swappable modular bay that makes the machine lighter with the use of the weight saver and extends machine usage time with the aid of a modular battery.The LifeBook T1010 is fitted with a Passive Digitiser that supports stylus writing and pointing.Fujitsu LifeBook T5010 tablet-convertible PCPhoto: CompanyFujitsu LifeBook T1010 tablet-convertible PCPhoto: Company

In order to meet the demands of providing high performance and flexible business options, Asustek Computer has launched its latest TS500-E5 tower server, a solution for businesses that require mission critical applications.The TS500-E5 can support up to four hard drives by default, but the company has added an optional hard disk expansion kit to allow the server to support up to eight.The TS500-E5 adopts two 45nm processors to deliver high performance and power manageability and up to 24GB DDR2 memory, Asustek said, and with the optional SAS upgrade kit, PIKE, the TS500-E5 is able to support a range of RAID functions.A TS500-E5/RX8 model also supports dual 650W power supplies for redundant functionality. Asustek TS500-E5 tower server specifications Item Detail Processor / System Bus 2 × Socket LGA771 Quad-core Intel Xeon 5400 Series (45nm) Dual-core Intel Xeon 5200 Series (45nm) Quad-core Intel Xeon 5300 Series Dual-core Intel Xeon 5100 Series Core Logic Intel 5100 Memory Controller Hub (MCH) Intel ICH9R Memory 6 slot DDR2 667 memory support up to 24GB Graphics XGI Z9S VGA controller / 32MB DDR2 SDRAM Dimensions 450mm (H) × 212mm (W) × 550mm (D) Power Supply 670W single power supply Source: Company, compiled by Digitimes, July 2008Asustek TS500-E5 tower server Photo: Company

Hewlett-Packard (HP) is pushing two Centrino 2 notebooks in Taiwan's high-end market, the HP Pavilion DV4 and DV5, both manufactured by Compal Electronics.The HP Pavilion DV4 features a 14.1-inch display, Intel Core 2 Duo P8600 or T9400 processor and Nvidia GeForce Go 9600 graphics card. Prices start at NT$44,900 (US$1479.33) for the P8600 CPU or NT$49,900 for the T9400.The HP Pavilion DV5 includes a 15.4-inch display, Intel Core 2 Duo P8400 or P8600 processor, and GeForce Go 9200M-GS graphics. Prices start at NT$42,900 for P8400 models and NT$45,900 for P8600.Currently, HP is not carrying an overstock of Santa Rosa platform inventory, and can therefore push the new Centrino 2 notebooks.HP Pavilion DV4 notebook adopts Centrino 2 platformPhoto: Company

MSI has launched the GX620 a Centrino 2-based notebook with the company's exclusive Turbo Drive Engine technology to enhance the speed of CPU.The GX620 includes the new ECO Engine power saving technology to extend battery running time. The ECO quick launch touch sensor allows consumers to switch among five different modes including Gaming, Movie, Presentation, Office, and Turbo Battery.GX620 features a 15.4-inch LCD display, Nvidia GeForce 9600M GT 3D graphics card and MSI's exclusive vivid image enhancement technology. GX620 also features Digital/Analog 5.1 Channel headphone output and SPDIF connection.The GX620 features Intel Centrino 2 processor technology, including Core 2 Duo processor and PM45 Express chipset, to deliver mobile solutions and provide HD capabilities, wireless connectivity, and long battery life for Blu-ray movie playback, highlighted MSI. MSI GX620 notebook specifications Item Detail CPU Intel Core 2 Duo processor Chipset Intel PM45 LCD 15.4-inch TFT-LCD display VGA Nvidia GeForce 9600M GT 3D graphics card with GDDR3 256MB memory Memory Two SO-DIMM slots to support DDR2 667/800MHz memory up to 4GB Webcam 2-megapixel Webcam Battery 6 / 9 Cells Power 90W Physical characteristics 358×260×27-31mm and 2.7kg (W/ Battery) Source: Company, compiled by Digitimes, July 2007MSI GX620 notebookSource: Company

Portwell has announced its PCS-8230 car PC infotainment system, utilizing Intel's Embedded Compact Extended (ECX) form factor single board computer (SBC).The PCS-8230 is based on the Intel's Atom Z510 processor and US15W chipset. The product's fanless design, low power output and compact size make it an ideal choice for in-vehicle infotainment as well as POS, medical healthcare, kiosk, entry-level gaming and digital signage applications, according to the company.The PCS-8230 provides low power consumption with a 6-24V wide DC power input.The PCS-8230 adopts a fanless design in a case measuring 180×192.2×50mm. The system also features DVB-T reception support, FM tuner, Wi-Fi, two USB ports, and one integrated SDIO socket. Support for dual-display (VGA and LVDS), standard multimedia audio and video functions are included, as well as an optional USB-Disk Module (UDM).Portwell PCS-8230 car PC infotainment systemPhoto: Company

Elpida Memory announced today that it has developed a power-efficient DDR3 SDRAM in 1Gb densities, which is capable of operating at a speed of 2Gbps.Elpida's new DDR3 SDRAM is based on a 65nm process technology. Sample shipments will start in September 2008 with mass production expected to begin in October.Currently, the industry's fastest standard DDR3-1600 supports a data transfer rate of up to 1600Mbps while operating at 1.5V. The new DDR3 SDRAM developed by Elpida uses 35% less operating current compared with the company's existing products and can support an operating speed of 2Gbps, which is considerably faster than the industry standard of 1600Mbps at 1.5V. Also, in response to demand for next-generation low-power products Elpida's new device can operate at 1600Mbps using 1.35V. Elpida: New DDR3 Items Details Part number EDJ1104BBSE, EDJ1108BBSE, EDJ1116BBSE Data transfer rates DDR3-2000 (11-11-11), DDR3-1867 (11-11-11), DDR3-1600 (9-9-9) Design process 65nm Supply voltage 1.5V+/-0.075V Packages 78-ball FBGA (x4/x8), 96-ball FBGA (x16) (8.00mm x 13.50mm) Source: CompanyDDR3-1867 from ElpidaPhoto: Company

Leadtek Research has announced the launch of its latest PCI Express (PCIe) TV tuner card, the WinFast PxDTV1300 T, supporting DVB-T TV and HDTV H.264 reception. The card comes bundled with the company's exclusive WinFast PVR2 software.The WinFast PVR2 software allows the card to perform functions including Live Broadcasting, Time Shifting, and TwinView, that are simplified and put into a two-layer menu with a user friendly interface, highlighted the company.Leadtek WinFast PxDTV1300 T TV tuner cardPhoto: Company