A new product line was created to extend uni-body PC chassis construction with minimal use of rivets. The first model for this line is the Fortress FT01, which sports the same super strong uni-body frame as its predecessor (Temjin TJ07) but with even more sleeker profile thanks to its smaller size. SilverStone Fortress FT01 chassis The FT01 can support 10.5” graphics cards and even 12″ graphics cards with the middle HDD cage removed. Comprised of modern touches such as quick release drive cages and dual 180mm fans, this case is easily the top choice for anyone looking to assemble a top of the line midsize system. inside of SilverStone Fortress FT01 chassis Specifications: Dimension: 211(W) x 486(H) x 494.5(D) mm Material: 3.0 ~ 6.0mm uni-body aluminum frame Weight: 8.66kg Versions: black and silver, with and without window Motheboard support: ATX, Micro ATX Drive bay: 5x 5.25″, 7x 3.5″ 1 x 180mm front intake fan (700rpm @18dBA) 1 x 120mm rear exhaust fan (900rpm @18dBA) 1 x 180mm top intake fan (700rpm @18dBA) NO RESPONSE Sep 5 Intel B43 chipset - enterprise solution for Core 2 Under: Motheboard Intel will launch new B43 chipset in Q1 2009. It’s a modified version of G43 aimed at small and medium business. B43 features ICH10D southbridge that comes with DDR2 800MHz and DDR3 1066MHz support. FSB is allowed up to 1333MHz. B43 is embedded with integral DirectX 10 graphic (most likely GMA4500 IGP) and features DisplayPort, DVI, and VGA port. NO RESPONSE Sep 5 4GB Patriot DDR3 2000MHz low-latency Viper series Under: Memory Patriot unveils their 4GB DDR3 2000MHz low latency Viper series memory kit. “Capable of handling the demands that high-bandwidth multimedia programs and PC games requirements, the 4GB PC3-16000 2000MHz memory has the perfect combination of density and speed to push systems beyond what is currently imaginable,” said Les Henry, Technical Director of Patriot. 4GB Patriot DDR3 PC3-16000 2000MHz Viper series modules - PVS34G2000LLKN Patriot’s DDR3 PC3-16000 2000MHz Viper series modules also feature EPP2.0 (Enhanced Performance Profiles) which will boot at the rated specifications on the NVIDIA 790i Ultra SLI. EPP2.0 eliminates the need for any manual configuration, allowing uncomplicated overclocking capabilities for consumers looking to maximize the performance of their systems. Rated timings are 9-9-9-24 at 2.0V. The modules are available in 4GB and 2GB kits and covered with lifetime warranty. NO RESPONSE Sep 5 EIZO FlexScan EV2411W LED backlight - first model in EcoView series Under: Graphics Eizo announces the release of the FlexScan EV2411W, the first of its new “EcoView” monitors. This 24.1-inch widescreen monitor is ideal for corporate facilities as well as home offices requiring a high-quality monitor with minimal environmental impact. EIZO FlexScan EV2411W EcoView monitor The FlexScan EV2411W is the first EIZO monitor to incorporate an LED backlight. Unlike conventional CCFL backlights, LED backlights do not contain any mercury and consume considerably less power. Even with the brightness at its default setting of 100%, the EV2411W only consumes 33W – less than half the power of its predecessor (FlexScan S2401W). This figure typically drops to a mere 19W when the Auto EcoView function is activated. Auto EcoView uses a sensor on the front bezel to read the ambient light and adjust the brightness accordingly. Most monitors continue to draw electricity when powered down, but the FlexScan EV2411W consumes no electricity when its primary power switch is turned off! A selection of ergonomic stands are incorporated for proper viewing posture. The EV2411W is the first monitor to carry the 2009 version of EIZO’s in-house environmental label – EIZO Eco Products (EEP). EIZO Eco Products 2009 includes new stipulations such as the monitor must not consume any power when turned off and consume less than 1.5W in power save mode. EIZO FlexScan EV2411W EcoView monitor EcoView Net gives administrators centralized control over the power settings of all EV2411W monitors on a network. Settings include brightness adjustment, power on/off, Auto EcoView on/off, and remote and local scheduling. Features: Native resolution: 1920 × 1200 px Brightness: 300 cd/m2 Contrast ratio: 1000:1 DVI-D and D-Sub input Factory adjustment of gamma minimizes discrepancies of gamma characteristics and produces more uniform color between monitors Dual 0.5W internal speakers Backed by a five-year manufacturer’s warranty NO RESPONSE Sep 5 ASUS ROG EN9800GT MATRIX/HTDI/512M - automatic overclocker Under: Graphics Following the mammoth success of the ROG (Republic of Gamers) graphics cards, ASUS releases the new ROG EN9800GT MATRIX/HTDI/512M. A futuristic-looking Hybrid Cooler and a black circuit board allows astute gamers to instantly identify the ASUS ROG EN9800GT MATRIX. Equipped with the ASUS Super Hybrid Engine, Hybrid Cooler technology and iTracker, 15% performance boosts in 3D mode can be achieved; while 30% less power consumption and much quieter cooling can also be guaranteed under the 2D mode. The new Super Hybrid Engine technology gathers detailed information about the GPU loading and temperature, memory and power IC; Super Hybrid Engine then calculates an optimized solution for the best performance – making it easy to achieve multi-level GPU and memory voltage adjustments for the ultimate graphical performance or maximum energy savings.