Intel announced its Storage Server SSR212MC2, a 2U, 12 drive, integrated quad-core storage server. Powered by the quad-core Intel Xeon 5300 processor series, the new rack mount server can be configured as a broad range of enterprise and small business storage solutions, including Network-Attached Storage (NAS), Storage Area Network (SAN) and application servers, according to IntelThe SSR212MC2 also comes with an option of including one or two dual-core Intel Xeon 5100 series processors, as well as a choice of enterprise-class Serial-Attached SCSI (SAS) or high-capacity Serial ATA (SATA) hard drives.SSR212MC2 uses Xyratex's 2U chassis, which delivers power, package and cooling technology.The Intel SSR212MC2 will cost US$2,800 with no RAID controller and US$3,600 with Intel SRCSAS144e RAID controller and will be available from participating Intel channel partners in May. Intel SSR212MC2 hardware specifications Item Detail Raw storage capacity Expandable to 9.0TB - using twelve 750 GB (7.2k RPM) SATA drives Expandable to 3.6TB - using twelve 300 GB (15k RPM) SAS drives Data drive bays 12 Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) or Serial ATA (SATA) Hot Pluggable Processor 5100 series (dual core) Intel Xeon processor, 1066MHz FSB with 4MB of L2 cache 5300 series (quad core) Intel Xeon processor, up to 1333MHz FSB with 8MB of L2 cache Memory capacity 8 slots, expandable to 32GB maximum Memory type Fully buffered DIMM technology (FBDIMM) memory. DDR2-533 and DDR2-677 FBDIMMs DIMM slots Eight 240-pin FBDIMM sockets Sources: Intel, compiled by DigiTimes.com, April 2007

Toshiba recently announced its new 15.4-inch widescreen Satellite A205 and 17-inch widescreen P205 notebook computer series.Select models in the Satellite A205 and P205 line feature Intel's new Wireless Wi-Fi Link 4965AGN supporting draft 802.11n wireless connectivity. Select models of the A205 line feature Lableflash technology while models in the P205 line all come with Lableflash, which allows users to burn images and text onto special Labelflash DVD-R disks, according to Toshiba. The two notebook lines feature an embedded webcam and built-in microphone.Models in the Satellite A205 series range in price from US$1,000 to US$1,550 while prices in the Satellite P205 line range from US$1,000 to US$1,350. Specifications of Toshiba's new Satellite series notebook computers Item P205-S6237 P205-S6267 P205-S6287 A205-S4577 A205-S4617 A205-S4639 Operating system Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium (32-bit version) CPU Intel Pentium Dual Core processor T2080 1.73 GHz, 1MB L2, 533MHz FSB Intel CoreDuo processor T2350 1.86 GHz, 2MB L2, 533MHz FSB Intel Core 2 Duo processor T5300 1.73 GHz, 2MB L2, 533MHz FSB with 64-bit Intel Core 2 Duo processor T5300 1.73GHz, 2MB L2, 533MHz FSB with 64-bit Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T5500 1.66GHz, 2MB L2, 667MHz FSB with 64-bit Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T5300 1.73GHz, 2MB L2, 533MHz FSB with 64-bit Memory 1024MB PC2-5300 DDR2 SDRAM memory 2048MB PC2-5300 DDR2 SDRAM memory 1024MB PC2-5300 DDR2 SDRAM memory 2048MB PC2-5300 DDR2 SDRAM memory Hard drive 120GB (5400 RPM) serial-ATA (SATA) hard drive 200GB (4200 RPM) Serial-ATA (SATA) hard drive 160GB (5400 RPM) Serial-ATA (SATA) hard disk drive 250GB (4200 RPM) Serial-ATA (SATA) hard disk drive 280GB (5400 RPM) using two Serial-ATA (SATA) hard disk drives Primary: 120GB + Secondary: 160GB Optical drive DVD SuperMulti (+/-R double layer) with Labelflash drive supporting 11 formats DVD SuperMulti (+/-R double layer) drive supporting 11 formats DVD SuperMulti (+/-R double layer) with Labelflash drive supporting 11 formats Screen 17-inch diagonal widescreen TruBrite display 1440×900 native resolution (WXGA+) 15.4-inch diagonal widescreen TruBrite display 1280×800 native resolution (WXGA) Graphics Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950 with 8MB-256MB dynamically allocated shared graphics memory Nvidia GeForce Go7300 with 128MB DDR2 discrete graphics memory Audio Built-in stereo speakers Built-in Harman Kardon stereo speakers Built-in stereo speakers Built-in Harman Kardon stereo speakers WLAN Atheros 802.11b/g wireless-LAN1 Intel Wireless Wi-Fi Link 4965 AGN (802.11a/g/n) Others Embedded webcam with built-in microphone Embedded webcam with built-in microphone, fingerprint reader Suggested unit price (US$) 999.99 1,199.99 1,349.99 999.99 1,349.99 1,549.99 Source: Company, compiled by DigiTimes.com, April 2007A Toshiba Satellite P205 17-inch widescreen notebook computerPhoto: Company

Asustek Computer has announced the EN8600GTS graphics card based on the Nvidia GeForce 8600GTS GPU. Aimed a gamers, the EN8600GTS is equipped with 256MB of DDR3 memory and is able to support SLI technology.The EN8600GTS utilizes Nvidia unified architecture with GigaThread technology and offers support for SLI multi-GPU technology, Microsoft DirectX 10, and Shader Model 4.0. Also featured is true 128-bit floating point high dynamic-range (HDR) lighting and Nvidia Quantum Effects technology – allowing users to bring out the best parts of the gritty and atmospheric portions of any game.The EN8600GTS is also fully HDCP compliant – allowing users to playback of HD DVD, Blu-Ray Discs and other protected content at full HD resolutions. Furthermore, the ASUS EN8600GTS comes with a a range of input and output solutions to fit any situation. Utilizing the PCI Express slot, the card supports TV-Out, HDTV-Out, Dual DVI-I and VGA outputs. The EN8600GTS is available bundled with the recently released Stalker, as well exclusive Asus applications such as Asus Gamer OSD, a utility which enables overclocking and chat options during gameplay. EN8600GTS Specifications Item Description Graphics engine GeForce 8600GTS Video memory 256MB DDR3 Engine clock 675MHz Memory clock 2GHz (1000MHz DDR3) Memory interface 128-bit Max. resolution Up to 3840 × 2400 Bus standard PCI Express x16 VGA output Via DVI to VGA adapter HDTV output Via HDTV Out cable TV output Via S-Video to Composite DVI output DVI-I Dual DVI output Yes HDCP compliant Yes Adaptor/cable bundled DVI to VGA adapter power cable HDTV-out cable Software bundled Stalker (optional) ASUS Utilities & Driver Source: Company, compiled by DigiTimes.com, April 2007Asus EN8600GTS graphics cardPhoto: Company

Transcend Information has launched an 8GB SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) Class 6 memory card that can be used in applications supporting SD 2.0, such as Nikon Coolpix S200/S500/P5000 digital cameras, Panasonic DMC-L1/FX07 digital cameras, and Panasonic SDR-S200 digital camcorder.Transcend said the new memory uses brand-name NAND flash chips to ensure low power consumption and long product life.SDHC is the next generation of SD cards (Version 2.0). Formatted in FAT32, SDHC cards can have a capacity of 32GB, and can fulfill the high-capacity demand of new SDHC devices.Transcend said its new memory cards are fully compatible with the SD 2.0 standard, and the mechanical write protection switch of its SDHC cards keeps information safe by preventing accidental deletion or writing over important data.Transcend 8GB SDHC Class 8 memory cardPhoto: Company

Samsung Electronics recently released three new Mobile WiMAX (WiBro in Korea) devices – a WiBro smart phone (SPH-M8100), a multimedia convergence device (SPH-P9000), and a USB dongle (SPH-H1200).Samsung's SPH-M8100 is a PDA WiBro smart phone which offers wireless Internet, voice telephony and video telephony services through WiBro and CDMA 1x EV-DO. The slider phone boasts a 2.8-inch color touch screen display, a TV-out, an MMC card slot, and two cameras – a 2-megapixel camera and a VGA camera for video calls. Samsung's M8100 also features T-DMB, Bluetooth with A2DP functionality, 128ROM/64MB RAM memory and Microsoft's latest view and edit function.Samsung's P9000 is a convergence device, capable of providing voice and multimedia data communications via WiBro. The P9000 comes with a full QWERTY keyboard for quick typing and surfing, while the MP3 player, VOD, and camera functions provide easy access to a myriad of multimedia entertainment. In addition, the Samsung P9000 acts as a multi-functional terminal that can be used as a general PC, thanks to its Windows XP-based operating system.Samsung's WiBro USB dongle allows users to access both WiBro and HSDPA services via an external peripheral device that connects to a USB port. For security purposes it ensures the use of a specific program can be accessed by authorized users only. Consumers in metropolitan areas can enjoy 13Mbps high-speed wireless Internet services at a more affordable price via WiBro. Users in less connected areas across Korea can enjoy wireless Internet services via HSDPA.With the launch of new WiBro devices users can now enjoy fast and affordable wireless Internet services in the all regions of Seoul, according to Samsung, which noted that WiBro services are also available in southern suburbs of Seoul including 17 universities and four lines of subway.Samsung's SPH-P9000 multimedia convergence device and SPH-M8100 PDA WiBro smart phonePhoto: Company

OCZ Technology has announced the ModXStream Series, a new line of power supplies designed to offer consumers a combination of OCZ's PSU architecture and a modular cable management system. Available in 780W and 900W models, ModXStream offers consumers high performing modular power supplies, according to the company.As a gamer or case modder, modular cabling is a necessity when building a cool and orderly system, said OCZ. To optimize airflow and eliminate cable mazes, the ModXStream power supply is equipped with EZMod technology to allow complete customization of your power system by utilizing only the cables that are required, noted OCZ.Complete with dual PCI Express cables and six SATA connectors, the ModXStream is built to provide sufficient output to power demanding GPU and setups, stated OCZ, adding that the ModXStream power supplies have a sustained output of 780W or 900W and four +12V rails to provide uniform distribution of power.The OCZ ModXStream power supplyPhoto: Company

VIA and HP have jointly announced the HP Compaq dx2020 enterprise desktop PC using a VIA C7-D processor for the low power consumption PC market in China.The HP Compaq dx2020 uses a VIA C7-D processor, which VIA claims is the first carbon neutral processor in the world with a maximum 20W power consumption. The PC is compliant with the European Union's (EU) RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment) directive and also certified by the China Energy Conservation Program (CSCP).The HP Compaq dx2020 features DDR2 memory, SATA hard drive and USB 2.0 ports, plus VIA UniChrome Pro II integrated graphic processor for multimedia support. The HP Compaq dx2020 features VIA's StrongBox technology and PadLock security engine to protect the confidential information of companies. HP Compaq dx2020 desktop PC key specifications Item Detail Processor VIA C7-D processor 1.5GHz Chipset VIA CN700 VGA VIA UniChrome Pro II Memory Up to 1G DDR2 533 SDRAM Hard drive Up to 160G SATA hard drive, up to 3GB/s data transfer Source: Company, compiled by DigiTimes.com, April 2007HP Compaq dx2020Photo: Company, compiled by DigiTimes.com, April 2007

Toshiba recently announced that its newest HD DVD player, the HD-A20, is now shipping to US retailers at a manufacturer's suggested retail price of of US$499.99.With 1080p output capability, Toshiba's HD-A20 joins the existing Toshiba HD DVD line-up which includes the entry level HD-A2 and the top of the line, HD-XA2. The HD-A2, HD-A20 and HD-XA2 are all backward compatible, so users can continue to enjoy their libraries of current DVD and CD software.All of Toshiba's HD DVD players feature interactive capabilities and an Ethernet port to support networking, to provide users with the potential to download content like streaming audio commentary, new audio languages and new HD trailers when a network-enabled HD DVD disc is played.The Toshiba HD-A20 HD DVD playerPhoto: Company

Samsung Electronics has announced the development of its SpinPoint MP1 hard drive series, which provides a storage density of 200GB at 7200-rpm on a 2.5-inch disk with SATA interface. The MP1 series is designed for enterprise applications such as workstations, RAID servers, and blade servers.The SpinPoint MP1 series utilizes perpendicular magnetic recording (PMR), a Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s interface, and features native command queuing (NCQ). To protect the disk drive from vibration and shock, a rotary vibration controller (RVC) and an optional digital free-fall sensor (FFS) have been implemented, said Samsung.The RVC technology, first applied to the SpinPoint MP1 series, prevents the head from leaving the track under severe vibration conditions, thereby reinforcing data reliability.The SpinPoint MP1 series comes in 80/ 120/ 160/ 200GB capacities with a supporting 8/16MB cache memory. Mass production is scheduled for May, directly following sample availability earlier in the month.Samsung SpinPoint MP1 HDDPhoto: Company

Mio Technology recently announced the availability of its entry-level Mio DigiWalker C220 GPS device in the US.The Mio DigiWalker C220 comes with US maps (Alaska and Hawaii included) preloaded on an SD card with turn-by-turn voice and text navigation available in English, French or Spanish. The Mio DigiWalker C220 also features an anti-glare, 3.5-inch QVGA display.The manufacturer's suggested retail price for the Mio DigiWalker C220 is US$249.95. The device is available immediately at Comp USA, Circuit City, Fry's Electronics, Staples and Pep Boys, as well as other US national consumer electronics retailers. Mio DigiWalker C220 specifications Item Detail GPS receiver channels 20 (SiRFstar III), WAAS enabled Memory On-board 256MB flash memory (maps on 1GB SD card) Display 3.5-inch TFT with touch screen, 65K colors, QVGA 320×240 pixels, landscape orientation Battery 1200 mAh Li-ion (up to 4.5 hours) USB V1.1 Weight 3.88 oz (110 grams) Dimensions (inches) 4.21×3.15×0.91 Source: Company, compiled by DigiTimes.com, April 2007Mio DigiWalker C220 GPS devicePhoto: Company