Category Archives: Desktops & Media Centers

Shuttle announced the XPC P2 3700w, the company’s first small form factor (SFF) workstation PC. The P2 3700w is powered by Intel Xeon E3050 or X3210 quad-core CPU and provides the use of up to 8GB of DDR2 667MHz main memory, when utilized with 64-bit operating system.

Shuttle offers the XPC P2 3700w workstation with Microsoft’s Windows Vista Business 64-bit and Windows XP Professional 64-bit. You can configure this PC with Vista Business 32-bit and XP Professional 32-bit, but this limits the use of system memory to 4GB.

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AOpen released the MP945-VDR, its newest addition to miniPC Duo Series of small media center computers. The new mini PC with 6.49×1.96×6.49-inch size is based on the Intel 945GM Express chipset, and comes with 64-bit Intel Core 2 Duo processor and Windows Vista operating system.

“The MP945-VDR brings the latest Mobile on Desktop (MoDT) technology to market by offering tremendous power and connectivity in a super compact, quiet, and low power consuming solution. Featuring support for Intel Core 2 Duo processors, dual-channel DDR2 SODIMM memory (up to 4GB) and myriad of I/O and peripheral connectivity like DVI, 1394, six USB 2.0 (two onboard), optional wireless 802.11b/g and more, the MP945-VDR is a Microsoft Windows Vista Premium and Intel Viiv ready solution equally at home at the heart of an entertainment center or as a compact, standalone everyday PC,” the AOpen’s press release says.

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Digital entertainment PC manufacturer Okoro Media Systems announced the availability of the new OMS GX300 HTPC (Home Theater PC) line for 2007. The GX300 is based on the 64-bit Intel Core 2 Extreme Quad core processor and HDCP ready Nvidia 8800 GTX graphics, combined with 2GB of Kingston HyperX main memory, upgradeable to 4GB.

OMS GX300 uses two 500GB SATA hard drives with 7200rpm speed, providing one Terabyte of storage. It also has two dual-layer DVD burners.

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Velocity Micro announced today the CineMagix Grand Theater and the CineMagix Pro Cinema media center PCs, which ship with AMD’s HDTV tuners, a large storage space and Microsoft’s Windows Vista with Digital Cable support.

The CineMagix Grand Theater is Intel Core 2 Duo/Extreme/Quad-based with Intel D975XBX2LKR Bad Axe II motherboard and up to 2.25 terabytes of hard drive storage. It’s graphics is powered by NVIDIA’s GeForce with DirectX 10 support. The CineMagix Grand Theater is priced starting at $2195.

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Gateway today introduced the DX430 desktop PC series, featuring Microsoft Vista operating system. The Gateway DX430 Series, powered by 64-bit Intel Pentium D and Intel Core 2 Duo processors, can be configured with Home Basic, Home Premium or Ultimate editions of Microsoft’s new operating system.

On the Gateway’s website there is only a 32-bit Vista option when you purchase the DX430, but Media Relations Director in Gateway Lisa Emard says it is possible to purchase this PC with 64-bit Vista preloaded.

“We do indeed offer the 64-bit version of Vista on our DX430. However, it’s something we offer customers over the phone vs. on the web, as we think it’s prudent to talk with our customers about some of the compatibility issues they might encounter with the 64-bit version before they make their purchase decision,” Lisa Emard said for 64-Bit-Computers.

The new DX430 desktop PCs are based on Intel G965 chipset with integrated Graphics Media Accelerator X3000, which is capable of running Windows Aero 3D desktop feature in Microsoft’s new OS. Gateway DX430 computers support up to 4GB of main memory and can be configured with up to 1000GB of hard drive capacity, using two 500GB HDDs.

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Lenovo today announced the new ThinkCentre A55 Small Form Factor (SFF) desktop PC featuring Intel Core 2 Duo processor and the Microsoft Windows Vista operating system.

Lenovo ThinkCentre A55 SFF is approximately 64 percent smaller than Lenovo’s traditional tower form factor and 25 percent smaller than its conventional small desktop. Its smaller footprint can free up desk space for other items, such as an extra monitor for dual-monitor work environments or a personal printer and scanner, the company’s press release says.

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VIA Technologies today announced that the VIA PT890 performance chipset has been selected by Fujitsu Siemens for two of their leading SCALEO series consumer PCs.

Integrated into the SCALEO J and P series, the VIA PT890 platform supports 64-bit Intel Core 2 Duo processors with a 1066Mhz FSB, and the unique StepUp memory technology to provide support for both DDR and DDR2 memory standards on the same motherboard.

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Lenovo has announced the refreshed ThinkCentre M55e desktop PC series, featuring Intel’s 64-bit Pentium D and Core 2 Duo processors.

Based on Intel 946GZ chipset, the Lenovo ThinkCentre M55e supports up to 4 GB of DDR2 SDRAM and Serial ATA hard drives, and incorporates Gigabit Ethernet. It is configurable with DVD/CD-RW combo drive or with a DVD burner.

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SiS today announced that Lenovo U5020 PC, based on SiS662 chipset, has been presented to the market.

Lenovo U5020 PC, with the embedded SiS662/SiS966L chipsets, incorporates Pentium D 915 64-bit processor, 512MB DDR2 533 memory, and an integrated Mirage graphics.

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Fujitsu unveiled Teo HTPC (Home Theater PC), featuring 64-bit Intel Core 2 Duo processor, 1GB of RAM, 400GB HD, 802.11a/b/g, dual TV tuners, 56k modem and Ethernet. Fujitsu Teo comes with Windows Vista OS. Teo HTPC includes a lot of USB ports, 4-pin FireWire, flash card reader, DVI / HDMI outputs, audio in / out, and optical digital out.

There is no info on its price, but the according to the Engadget’s report, the new HTPC should be available within a couple of weeks in Japan.

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HP TouchSmart IQ770, an AMD Live! platform based desktop PC with an integrated touch-enabled 19-inch diagonal widescreen BrightView LCD, was announced at CES 2007 in Las Vegas this week.

The TouchSmart IQ770 also provides a NTSC TV tuner and over-the-air ATSC high-definition television tuner, built-in speakers, and built-in printer station, which accommodates select HP Photosmart printers.

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Vigor Gaming Computer today announced the release of Vigor Force Recon QXN gaming desktop system featuring an Intel’s quad-core processor.

The Vigor Force Recon QXN base model comes standard with Intel Core 2 Extreme Quad QX6700 at 2.66GHz, 1066MHz FSB, 2X4M Cache and with CPU’s Digital Thermal Sensor, which spins the system fans only as fast as needed in order to minimize noise. The CPU is mounted to an Asus P5N32-E-SLI motherboard with NVIDIA nForce 680i SLI Quad Core ready chipset. Vigor also utilizes the NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GTX video card with 768MB DDR3 575MHz and DVI and TV input.

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Envive announced the E-Center A/V Home Media Server at CES 2007 in Las Vegas this week . E-Center A/V is based on Intel Viiv Technology and features Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium Edition and will begin shipping on January 31, 2007, according to Envive.

The A/V also privodes Dolby Home Theater Certified High Definition 7.1 Audio Output and HDCP Compliant HDMI Video Output, with options for either a Bluray or HD-DVD optical drive.

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Dell announced the XPS 710 H2Ceramic (H2C) Edition desktop PC for gamers.

“Dell developed the H2C design, (named also “Black Ice” in reports), to better cool the processor, extend its life and help the system run more reliably than conventional cooling systems even when the system is overclocked. The Intel quad-core processor is factory overclocked for extreme gaming and video editing, and backed by specialized XPS technicians,” Dell published.

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Moneual Lab today announced three jewelry PC systems built for a few valuable customers. One of them, Moneual Renaissance will likely cost one million dollars, according to the company’s press release.

Jewelry designer, Lee Buckingham has joined this project to come out with three different luxurious jewelry designs. The enclosures are covered with the most expensive blue Sapphires, Topazes, Rubies, Diamonds, and other gemstones.

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