Tagan CS Monolize Full Tower Case Review
Legit Reviews posted a review on the Tagan CS Monolize Full Tower Case

Today we are looking at the CS-Monolize case from Tagan. Everyone may know Tagan for their power supplies, now they expanding to the realm of enthusiast cases, and they went big. The Tagan Monolize features a pair of huge 250mm side blue LED Fan with control on the side door for some serious airflow!

Tagan CS Monolize Full Tower Case Review

Sans Digital MobileSTOR MS2UTN+B Review
Bjorn3D takes a look at the Sans Digital MobileSTOR MS2UTN+B.

The need for good and reliable storage is increasing as we record more and more of our lives digitally. Whether it is important private photos, our music collections, or even our DVD-collections that have been ripped to disks - we need ways to store these files safely.

At one time, floppy-discs were large enough to store most of our important files, but we are at a point today where DVDs are not even large enough for most people to store all they want.

This need for storage has let the external storage market exploding, and consumers now have a wide variety of storage to choose from; starting with simple, cheap flash-based USB sticks, up to expensive but feature-rich NAS-storage enclosures.

Today we are reviewing an external enclosure that slots in between the simpler dumb enclosures and the smarter NAS-enclosures. The MobileSTOR MS2UTN+B from Sans Digital might not have all the bells and whistles that we find in a NAS (not everyone needs a bittorrent or uPNP media streaming) but it comes with a feature most people can use: the ability to set up various types of RAID-configurations with the touch of a button (or in this case, the twist of a screwdriver).

Sans Digital MobileSTOR MS2UTN+B Review



Sapphire HD 4850 Toxic 512 MB Review
techPowerUp posted a new article on the Sapphire HD 4850 Toxic 512 MB

Sapphire's new HD 4850 Toxic graphics card comes with a preinstalled Zalman VF-900 GPU cooler that greatly reduces the operating temperature of the card. Also the operating frequencies have been bumped quite a bit, with some additional overclocking potential left in the card.

Sapphire HD 4850 Toxic 512 MB Review

Thermaltake MaxOrb Heatsink Review
FrostyTech posted Thermaltake MaxOrb Heatsink Review

The Thermaltake MaxOrb heatsink is a novel design based around a half-dozen heatpipes and six individual arcs of cooling fins. I have to wonder if its design was born out of a desire not to infringe on existing patents, rather than sheer innovation... but in any event, the approach here guarantees an even fin pitch across the complete cooling surface area. In that respect the MaxOrb breaks new ground, allowing it to stand out from heatsinks of similar shape.

Thermaltake MaxOrb Heatsink Review

Hiper Type-M 780W PSU Review
DriverHeaven posted a review on the Hiper Type-M 780W PSU

Hiper have three different series of PSUs, the Type-S series consisting of low output and simple units, Type-R series consisting of modular high performance units and the Type-M series consisting of non-modular high performance units. Setting the Type-S series aside, the main difference between the Type-M and Type-R units are the modular cable connectors. Today we will take a look at one of the most powerful Type-M series units, the 4M780. Let us see how well this upgraded version of the older Type-M unit will perform.

Hiper Type-M 780W PSU Review

Zotac 9800GTX AMP! Edition Review
Bios Magazine posted a review on the Zotac 9800GTX AMP! Edition

Zotac's GeForce 9800 GTX AMP! Edition is the graphics card to get if you're looking for an excellent value single-card offering, with the ability to upgrade to SLI later-on. An overclocked 9800 GTX definitely makes it a lot more attractive than the stock speed version, and unlike other companies which only overclock the core, Zotac has done a complete overhaul by overclocking the core, shaders and the memory, resulting in the GeForce 9800 GTX AMP! Edition performing about 8- to 10% faster than a regular GeForce 9800 GTX. The only thing missing in the package is an SLI bridge. And to be picky we'd have liked a better game. But pound for pound, this card packs great performance, even if it's still not a huge improvement on the 8800 GTX. And it's even cheaper than PNY's GeForce 9800GTX OC XLR8

Zotac 9800GTX AMP! Edition Review

Supermicro X7DWA-N Motherboard Review
PC Review have a new review of the Supermicro X7DWA-N, a high end motherboard that allows you to use 2 x Quad Core CPUs and up to 64GB of RAM

I had the opportunity to spend some time testing and evaluating this motherboard with two sets of CPUs and two types of memory. First using two X5482 Harpertowns (3200/12mb/1600) and 4x2 gig of Transcend DDR2-800 FB-Dimms, and later on using two E5450 Harpertowns(3000/12mb/1333).

This EATX board is built using the newest 5400 Seaburg chipset with 1600FSB support built in. The layout is a typical EATX 12x13” design and like previous versions uses 24, 8 and 4 pin connections to the motherboard. With this new series, a 4 pin Molex connector is added to the board for users with higher power needs. There are 8 Dimm slots for quad channel memory support (up to and including DDR2-800 FB-Dimms) for a maximum of 64 gigs. The board comes boxed with 6 SATA cables, I/O shield, IDE cable, and an excellent manual and Cd with all needed software and drivers.

Supermicro X7DWA-N Motherboard Review

Welcome To The Social Canada! A review of the Microsoft Zune
DreamWare Computers posted a review of the Microsoft Zune

For over a month now the Zune has been trying to make it's name in Canada; a long wait after being out in the USA for well over a full year. When I was given the opportunity to participate in a word of mouth marketing survey for the Zune, I was excited to get started with my free Zune pack that I received from matchstick.ca. In the following article I'll outline my overall experience with the Zune and the accessories that I was given.

Welcome To The Social Canada! A review of the Microsoft Zune

Asus Striker II Extreme Motherboard Review
TechwareLabs has published a review on the Asus Striker II Extreme Motherboard

Jason Dumbaugh tests the Striker II Extreme motherboard from Asus to bring you the real scoop on just how EXTREME this motherboard really is. Does it pass our tests? What kind of performance can you expect from the Striker II Extreme? Read our Review to find out.

Asus Striker II Extreme Motherboard Review

Creative Aurvana X-Fi Review
InsideHW.com has posted a review for Creative Aurvana X-Fi headphones

We prepare a little surprise for you from Creative, and it is not mp3 player nor is sound card, neither one of products Creative is best known. For this test we got headphones attended primary for all air plane passengers, but also for all those who love great and crystal clear sound. Aurvana X-Fi is their name and it's obvious that name originate from words Audio and Nirvana. Well, name does tell it all.

Creative Aurvana X-Fi Review

Zalman GS1000 Case Review
Hardware Secrets posted a review on the Zalman GS1000 Case

Zalman GS1000 is a hybrid aluminum/steel full-tower case from Zalman: its side panels and details from its front panel are manufactured in aluminum, while its internal body is manufactured using the traditional zinc-coated steel. This helps reducing the price of the case compared to all-aluminum units. This case has four 5 ¼" bays and six 3 ½" bays for hard disk drives on the front of the case, three of them with hot swapping capability, and several other features.

Zalman GS1000 Case Review

BFG 9800 GX2 1GB Video Card Reviewed
TheTechLounge posted a review on the BFG 9800 GX2 1GB Video Card

It would be very, very hard not to covet this video card. I know I recently said that the 9800 GTX was the sexy card, but this one might actually look nicer, eye of the beholder and all. And it's not just skin-deep, it's faaast, and because of that, we can overlook its frightening heat production and power consumption. But it isn't a bargain. Thanks to price warring, it's in the 'you gotta be crazy' and not the 'price is no question' bracket, and because of that, it'll get more attention than it might deserve. It's compelling, after all-- especially the idea of quad SLI. Not that I'd turn one down, but the people for whom it makes sense are fewer than the people that can afford it. That is to say, it's a great piece of hardware, but it's only a good idea in the strictest of circumstances.

BFG 9800 GX2 1GB Video Card Reviewed

Thecus N3200 NAS Box Review
DragonSteelMods posted a review on the Thecus N3200 NAS Box

Today for review I've got an excellent product from Thecus, it's the N3200 NAS box and it is a truly feature rich product that can add a new dimension to your storage capabilities of your home network. The N3200 is essentially a home storage server and it's billed as a 'Home NAS' but it's much more than that, it offers features that even a small business can utilize. With the N3200 you can have up to 3 Terabytes of storage capacity added to your network, the N3200 also offers various RAID solutions including RAID 5 which offers excellent security and performance for your data. On top of the security features theN3200 offers the ability to stream your media to other devices, a built in surveillance system with compatible webcams, HTTP, FTP and Bittorrent file transfer protocols, a print server, and even the ability to be wirelessly networked. The N3200 in physical size is small as well, but don't let it's size fool you, it's a fully featured NAS box that anyone can
utilize for their storage needs.

Thecus N3200 NAS Box Review

n-Trance n-Tegrity Pro 1 GB Review
Overclockers Online posted n-Trance n-Tegrity Pro 1 GB Review

While the benchmark numbers leave a lot to be desired, that really isn't the focus point of the n-Tegrity Pro, as security takes a front seat for this drive. With data security the n-Tegrity Pro has a very robust assortment of encryption options that satisfies even government security protocols and with a slew of options you can tailor it to fit what method you prefer. The built in n-Pass software allows you to store passwords, web forms and e-mail in an encrypted environment so you no longer have to remember that slew of usernames and passwords.

n-Trance n-Tegrity Pro 1 GB Review

ECS P45T-A Review
OCC has published a new review on the ECS P45T-A

On the flip side, I did go into this review with high hopes considering the other Black Series boards I have tested, but I was left with a sour taste when it came to the overclocking side of the review. This board just did not like any increase I threw at it. I only achieved a 34MHz boost, which is the lowest overclock I have ever gotten. I attribute this to the weak overclocking options in the BIOS, because even raising the vCore to 1.47v could not get me any higher. Another thing you might want to look out for is the IDE port placement, which is at the bottom of the board. This might pose some severe problems for those of you who use IDE-based optical drives with large cases. I was surprised to see that the PCI Express x16 ports are limited to x8 electrically when two cards are placed in a CrossFireX configuration, but considering the bandwidth that PCI-E 2.0 brings to the table, this should not be an issue.

ECS P45T-A Review

AMD's 790GX chipset
The Tech Report posted an article on AMD's 790GX chipset

AMD built one heck of a north bridge chip with the 780G. Not only does it feature the fastest integrated graphics core around in the Radeon HD 3200, but the 780G is also capable of full Blu-ray decode acceleration for silky smooth 1080p playback with nominal CPU utilization. The 780G is an energy-efficient affair thanks to advanced 55nm fabrication technology, and it's loaded with 26 second-gen PCI Express lanes should your gaming aspirations grow beyond modest resolutions and in-game detail levels.

This tiny piece of silicon is so good that AMD's decided to spin it into a new model: the 790GX. With its graphics core boosted from 500 to 700MHz and the addition of sideport memory riding shotgun, the 790GX is perhaps best thought of as a 780G Type R. The graphics upgrades hit the PCI Express front, too, with the 790GX arriving on motherboards designed to accommodate dual-x8 CrossFire configurations.

The 790GX hasn't come alone, either. This chipset also brings with it AMD's new SB750 south bridge chip. This upgraded SB700 adds RAID 5 functionality and an Advanced Clock Calibration (ACC) feature that AMD says allows Phenom processor to overclock higher. Read on for the skinny on ACC, how well it works, and whether AMD has made a great chipset even better with the 790GX.

AMD's 790GX chipset

BFG Tech LS-550 Power Supply Review
OCIA.net has posted their review of the BFG Tech LS-550 Power Supply

BFG offers several different models of power supplies, from the value-oriented GS to the modular MX series, all the way up to their top of the line ES-800; they have something for every need and budget. The one I have for review today is the LS-550, which seems to fall somewhere in the middle of their lineup. Despite the relatively smallish power rating, the LS-550 offers quad +12v rails, 6 and 8-pin PCIe and ATX 2.2 version compatibility, all backed up by an impressive 5-year warranty.

BFG Tech LS-550 Power Supply Review

AMD 790GX Chipset Platform Launch
HotHardware.com posted their article on the AMD 790GX Chipset Platform Launch

If you've been on top of the PC scene for any length of time, you probably know that whether by choice or necessity, AMD has taken a different tact as of late. Whereas the company was all about bigger, faster, and better during the Athlon's heyday, AMD is now more about touting the performance per dollar and value of their products. While they may not have a CPU with the horsepower to compete in the benchmark war with Intel's $1000 behemoths, AMD's affordably priced Phenoms do offer good bang for the buck.

The value conscious mentality that has permeated AMD's recent graphics card and processor launches has also rung true in their motherboard chipset business as well. The 690G and 780G, for example, offered solid feature sets and excellent IGPs, at very affordable prices. And today, AMD continues their recent traditions with the introduction of the 790GX chipset, which improves upon the 780G is virtually every way. A new Southbridge is also making its debut which promises to enhance the overclockability of Phenom processors. Head on over to the site and check take a look...

AMD 790GX Chipset Platform Launch

ASRock P45R2000-WiFi DDR2 / DDR3 (P45) Motherboard Review
Hardware Canucks posted a review of the ASRock P45R2000-WiFi DDR2 / DDR3 (P45) motherboard.

Following up the X48TurboTwins-WiFi, ASRock continues with the philosophy of catering to the mid-range and high-end (enthusiast) markets with a board utilizing another new Intel chipset, the P45R2000-WiFi. The latest from ASRock is based off the popular Intel P45 chipset, a follow up of the P35 chipset, and allows for high speed DDR3 memory support along with two PCIE2.0 slots for your CrossFire needs. Along with the latest and greatest chipset, the board hosts a number of innovative features such as support for 1600 and 1333 FSB processors out of the box as well as hybrid DDR2 and DDR2 memory compatibility.

ASRock P45R2000-WiFi DDR2 / DDR3 (P45) Motherboard Review

Kingston HyperX 3GB Notebook Memory Review
Virtual-Hideout posted a review on the Kingston HyperX 3GB Notebook Memory

Today I have for review a new product from Kingston. It's a 3GB (2x1.5GB) HyperX DDR2-5300 Low Latency (4-4-4-12) memory kit designed for notebook installations! Now you don't have to be limited to your desktop rig to have great brand name and performance memory. My current laptop, an HP DV9500T had 2GB DDR2-667Mhz and now runs on this 3GB Kingston kit. Let's see how I got there...

Kingston HyperX 3GB Notebook Memory Review

ASUS GeForce 9800 GTX+ TOP Graphics Card Review
TweakTown posted a review on the ASUS GeForce 9800 GTX+ TOP Graphics Card

We saw the 9800 GTX+ launch a little bit back, but samples have been scarce and stock has been even harder to get a hold of. It’s been a while since we’ve seen a card be a paper launch, but it seemed the 9800 GTX+ was exactly that. It was designed to help draw attention away from the release of the new AMD cards.

Today we’re not only looking at a standard GTX+, but the overclocked model from ASUS that comes in under the TOP naming scheme. Let’s have a quick look at the package and the card along with what ASUS has done with the core, shader and memory clock.

ASUS GeForce 9800 GTX+ TOP Graphics Card Review

Samsung SC-MX10 Solid State Memory Camcorder Review
Tweaknews.net posted a review on the Samsung SC-MX10 Solid State Memory Camcorder

Solid state memory brings a unparallel size reduction that brings the features of a standard camcorder to the market in a package that weighs half, and is half of the size of your regular MiniDV, DVD or hard drive camcorder.

Samsung SC-MX10 Solid State Memory Camcorder Review

Mint 220 Wireless Digital Music Station Review
I4U NEWS published a review of Mint 220 Wireless Digital Music Station.

Today we are looking at a really nice wireless digital music system that features an iPod dock called the Mint 220. The system is very easy to set up and offers great sound quality.

Overall, the Mint 220 is very impressive. The sound quality from the small system is great, the price is very good at $179, and the system is very easy to set up for wireless streaming. It's hard to go wrong with the Mint 220. The only way I could see the Mint 220 being better would be if you had the option to run it from batteries for truly portable use.

Mint 220 Wireless Digital Music Station Review