AMD HDZ940XCGIBOX Phenom II X4 940 Black Edition 3.0GHz Cache 8MB AM2+ 125W Processor - Retail Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought the Phenom II 940 black edition instead of Intel's I7 primarily because I could get much of the same performance (not all) but for much less.

The Phenom II was easy to overclock and squeeze another 15% performance out of also.

Lastly, because I already had an AM2+ socket motherboard I didn't have to go out and buy either a new motherboard OR new DDR3 memory which would have been the case in going with Intel.

My primary reasoning is that its doubtful I'll regularly utilize even 75-80% of the Quad processing power of this CPU so it is enough for me and overall a great value.

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AMD HDZ965FBGIBOX Phenom II X4 965 3.4GHZ Central Processing Unit (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)After buying pre-built systems for several years, I finally broke down and built my own this time. I think it is important to establish how I am using the processor, so here is my system.

I paired this processor with an MSI 790GX-G65 motherboard as the basis of my new system. The other portions are 1 GB Hitachi HDD, LG DVD RW, PNY GEFORCE GTS 250 video card, Windows 7 Professional, 8 Gb DDR3 memory, Antec 300 case, and Antec Truepower Trio power supply. I have five case fans, four input and one output.

Now, on to the processor itself.
- It comes with an "Approved" AMD heat sink. With aftermarket heat sinks, one has a separate tube of lubricant that goes on top of the CPU to seal the connection with the sink, but on this heat sink the sealer is applied to the base of the heat sink, which is very convenient. This sealant looks a bit like thin cardboard at the base of the heat sink; don't be fooled, it is supposed to be there and no additional paste is needed. The heat sink is large, with lots of copper.

- Installing the processor is quite simple, so long as you remember to line up the "notch" on one end of the processor with the "notch" on the CPU mount. Instructions are provided with the retail kit. Between those and the instructions that come with motherboards, you should have no problem installing the CPU.

- The CPU has a "Cool N Quiet" mode, if your motherboard supports it. Mine does, and in this mode the processors (there are four processor cores on the chip) work at varying speeds, depending upon the task loading of each core. From what I can tell the speeds are 800, 2400, and 3400 Mhz. Using this feature, my CPU temperature is generally around 30 degrees Celsius. The highest temperature I have seen the chip at is 51 C. Note that the "cool N quiet mode is NOT used when overclocking. The maximum operating temperature is 62 degrees C.

- Most motherboards have two memory modes: "Ganged" and "Unganged". The default seems to be unganged. The difference is that in "unganged" mode the memory is split up such that each CPU core gets a certain amount of memory, in my case, 2Gb per core. This mode is optimized for multiprocessing, whereas "Ganged" mode optimizes for one application. I mention this here because this CPU excels at multiple tasks, by which I mean that I have noticed a vast difference in performance from my last (single core) CPU, also a 3.4 Mhz. Running multiple applications is very smooth. This makes it great for business applications where one is multi-tasking constantly.

- The CPU pulls 140 watts at maximum speed, considerably less at the slower speeds. The point is that you need a good power supply; mine is a 550w version.

- This model is a "black" version, which means that the cores are unlocked and can be easily overclocked. I ran mine up to 3.8 without problems, but the temperature went to 40 degrees C at idle. Since I didn't really see any overall improvement, I went back to stock speeds and "cool n quiet". But if you are into speed, this model can go to 3.9 or so stock - after that I would recommend more aggressive cooling.

- The processor clocks at 7.4 on the Windows 7 "Calculations Per Second" ratings. This rating didn't change regardless of the over clocking, one of the reasons I went back to stock settings.

I actually looked for this unit when buying, although the lower models of the Phenom II X4 run at only slightly lower speeds, and would make a good buy. But for the price, the performance is great.

I highly recommend this product for anyone who needs a solid, dependable business processor. Pair it up with a good supporting system and it will do very well.

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Visual Experience:Live your life in HD. AMD Phenom II is for high definition entertainment, gaming, creativity, and beyond. With AMD Phenom II processors as the foundation, you will enjoy a new level of responsiveness and visual intensity. AMD puts high definition computing within everyone's reach.Superior technologies for HD video. Enjoy a superior high definition experience for HD videos on you PC. AMD Phenom II processor are the powerful engine behind your fidelity, high definition video entertainment experience. Only AMD puts the Ultimate Visual Experience for HD video within your reach.Enjoy entertainment beyond your media library. Get HD content online, offline, wherever you want it, however you want it. Your system can handle whatever you dish out - and serve it up on screen in full, high definition glory.Perfect chemistry. Combine AMD Phenom II processors and ATI Radeon HD graphics to really see the difference. Enjoy smooth video, brilliant videos and immersive games. AMD unleashes visual clarity and responsiveness for what you want to do.Performance:Do it all. AMD Phenom II processors have the power to do it all. Featuring next-generation quad-core design, they crush even the most demanding tasks. So design it, render it, play it, create it, stream it, HD it. With AMD Phenom II processors, if you can imagine it, you can do it.Energy Efficient:Make a choice you can feel good about. AMD Phenom II processors were designed with energy efficiency in mind. Capitalizing on AMD's leadership in energy efficiency, they incorporate all of the latest technology that gives you performance when you need it and save power when you don't.Look for ENERGY STAR with AMD. Thanks to AMD's power-saving innovations, you can count on machines based on AMD Phenom II processors for the energy efficiency you want and the performance you need.HD monitor required.

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Amd Phenom 9650 Quad Core Review

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(More customer reviews)Ok, I have to say, that this processor is very cool, but the best way to enjoy it is with an 64 bit OS, which is still difficult and I don't know why... There's some problems with windows and the compatibility of the programs (I have to say Windows Xp), I haven't tested my processor on Vista or Seven, maybe I'll try to install in a near future the seven, I hope there's available a new version of msn messenger for 64 bits... The processor is cool, but if you install a 32 bit OS maybe you can't feel the difference. Cheers for AMD!

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Intel DX48BT2 Extreme Series X48 Desktop Board, ATX, DDR3 1600, 3xPCIe x16, 1600MHz FSB, LGA775, Retail Motherboard Review

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(More customer reviews)Well I suppose this is a good board and Amazon was very quick in replacing it, but out of the box I was unable to enter bios. I was able to update to the latest version no problem and boot into windows vista fine but when pressing F2 all I would get was a blank black screen andI would have to reset. Strange problem, I know. There is one more problem and it's that my computer restarts at random, All parts are brand new and for my sanity sake I hope that is related to the motherboard as well.
Update: Setting OCZ memory voltage to 1.9 fixed the restarting problem, Thanks. It will be a few months before I get a chance to work on the bios problem. In the mean time if anyone else has same problem and comes up with a fix please write review.

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Manufacturer Product Description With resource intensive games and multimedia tools constantly evolving to the next technological level, you need equally advanced hardware to ensure the best possible computing experience. Hardcore gamers and multimedia enthusiasts can take solace in the fact that next-generation Intel® Extreme Series Desktop Boards combine with the latest Intel processors to run the most demanding software applications with ease.Intel® Extreme Series Motherboards Product Highlight
Built to deliver extreme performance for workstation needs, hardcore gaming, media editing, and still offer significant headroom for future upgrades, Intel Extreme Series Desktop Boards are the motherboard of choice for truly hardcore users who refuse to compromise. CrossFire Ready
Whether it's a single graphics card or ATI CrossFire, a system outfitted with the latest graphics cards can deliver unparalleled visual realism when playing 3D games. With compatible applications, multiple cards can share the graphics processing burden and allow for streamlined data processing that ensures high frames per second.

Quad-Core Compatible
Maximize the performance of your Intel Extreme Series Desktop Board by capitalizing on its support for Intel's latest quad-core processors. Support for up to two physical quad-core processors enables Intel Extreme Series Desktop Boards to support up to eight processing cores. With more computing "brains", new multi-core processing systems can run more resource intensive games and multimedia applications simultaneously with ease.

Overclocker Friendly¹
Built to be tweaked and pushed to the limits, Intel Extreme Series Desktop Boards include features and software that make it easier than ever to overclock while keeping an eye firmly fixed on system specs. And because these boards are built to Intel's exacting standards of quality, reliability and performance, you can push them to the limits with confidence. For performance enthusiasts looking to squeeze every last ounce of performance out of their hardware, Intel Extreme Series Desktop Boards provide a stable foundation for a benchmark-shattering system.

¹ Warning: altering clock frequency and/or voltage may (i) reduce system stability and useful life of the system and processor; (ii) cause the processor and other system components to fail; (iii) cause reductions in system performance; (iv) cause additional damage; and (v) affect system data integrity. Intel has not tested, and does not warranty, the operation of the processor beyond its specifications

Onboard Audio
Utilizing the Intel® High Definition audio chipset, the Intel® Extreme series can deliver 360

Phenom II X4 965 Black AM3 3.4Ghz 512KB 45NM 125W 4000MHZ Review

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(More customer reviews)I decided to take my grad money to the local computer store!After getting suggestions from my fellow computer nerd friends I decided to, among other things, pick up this CPU(AMD Phenom II x4 965 Black Edition AM3 125w)NOT the 145w version.

Just Cause 2 was stable in high resolution settings when outputting to my 40" LCD HDTV in 1360x768.Crysis Warhead runs great on enthusiast(max details) with Anti-Aliasing turned OFF.I'm running the CPU overclocked at 3.85Ghz.Ran Prime95 for 4 hours and it never restarted or hiccuped.When I had it at 3.96 it was not happy and restarted a minute into the stress test.At [...] they got it stable at 3.86.You can go higher but you are taking risks even with a better cooler.I have a Cooler Master hyper 212 Plus.

It runs about 53 degrees at stress.My motherboard (Asus M4A79xtd EVO unlocked all 4 cores)

The CPU seems to handle everything I can throw at it.Video Encoding speeds are decent.A two hour DVD movie ripping to h.264 in 720p will take about 25 to 30 minutes.Sherlock Holmes is a 25gb Blu-Ray disc and it ripped that in roughly 4 hours Full HD movie files are hot.And the file was only 4gb.

My friend has an i7 and I am sure he can encode Blu-Ray faster but at what cost?His i7 core still runs for around $600 and I got this CPU for less than $200!!!

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Intel Core i5 750 Processor 2.66 GHz 8 MB LGA1156 CPU I5-750BOX Review

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(More customer reviews)Incredible processor for the money. Absolutely the best bang for buck CPU on the market right now. I laughed when this thing opened Photoshop in a couple of seconds. It eats anything in its path and blitzes through games. As a test, I opened about 20 applications (including Photoshop with it's heavy memory requirements) and switched quickly between programs in order to try and trip the CPU up. While I did this, I was playing music from a playlist of several thousand songs, painting/editing an image in PS, and most importantly, running Windows XP in a virtual machine inside Windows 7. 1GB RAM was dedicated to XP, along with 64MB of graphics memory. Would you believe it, there was no lag. Awesome.

I'm using it with a Gigabyte GA-P55 UD3R board, 2 x 2GB Patriot Viper II 'Sector 5' 1600MHz RAM, and Samsung's (latest) Spinpoint F3 hard drive (model HD501HJ). OS is Windows 7 32-bit. The whole thing runs beautifully! Just a heads up -- Windows 7 32-bit will only use 3.5GB RAM. No use buying more than 4GB in a 32-bit environment, and you need to make sure you buy RAM that will run at 1.65V or less. Do your homework before buying.

Had this thing doing 4GHz on the stock cooler with just a minor bump in voltage, mainly just to see how well it overclocks and scales with voltage increases. No complaints at all. The cooler will definitely be replaced as soon as funds permit. The stock Intel cooler is abysmal. I would not recommend anything but a minor OC using it. The cooler to buy for this CPU is the Prolimatech Megahalems, which isn't cheap, but those looking for superior performance need look no further. The Megahalems is the best choice.

Dynamic overclocking using Turbo Mode is excellent. The stock multiplier for the 750 is 20x. Using a Gigabyte P55 board, the multiplier goes as high as 24x when dynamically overclocking. Power consumption at idle during light tasks such as web surfing and playing music is fantastic. According to Everest, it uses just under 7 watts at idle. I feel this is an important point considering the current state of the economy. Any saving on electricity bills is worth thinking about unless you have money to burn. My sweet spot seems to be 148 BCLK (2.94GHz). At this speed, the CPU is able to dynamically overclock up to around 3.5Ghz and then lower the multiplier down to 9x when idle, which of course lowers the frequency, which of course means lower electricity bills.

Thanks, Intel, for making a great processor at a reasonable price. An i7 system running on X58 chipset would have cost a lot more. I wasn't prepared to pay the price because I am not a fool. I am more than happy with the i5 750, it's a very impressive CPU that should serve anybody well for a good few years.

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Specifications: Mfr Part Number: BX80605I5750, Process Type: Intel Core i5 Processor i5-750, Frequency: 2.66 GHz, FSB: 2.5 GT/s, Cache: 8 MB, Process: 45 nm, Socket: LGA 1156, TDP: 95W, Package: Retail, This processor is a Quad Core Processor, This processor support Enhanced Intel Speedstep Technology, This processor supports Intel Extended Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), This processor supports Intel Virtualization Technology, This processor supports Enhanced Halt State (C1E), This processor supports Execute Disable Bit Capability

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Kingston HyperX 6GB Kit (3x2GB Modules) 1600MHz DDR3 DIMM Desktop Memory (KHX1600C9D3T1K3/6GX) Review

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(More customer reviews)This memory is monstrous, although smaller case owners beware, as it looks the part.Its very tall and is maybe five times the height of normal memory sticks.Its also much heavier than normal memory, but with having a steel exterior, thats to be expected.

Performance wise, it does the job with ease and was simple to install, as it should be, fitting perfectly onto the board.My motherboard recognized it immediately and there were no issues associated with defective memory.

The highlight of this purchase for me was the fact that this is a three stick set, which I got at a GREAT PRICE on here and am kicking myself for not buying two sets instead of one.It definitely beats trying to price shop and buy 2GB sticks individually and going through all of the motions that brings.

I dont know how compatible this memory will be with older boards, but if youre looking to do a memory upgrade on an existing board and its compatible or if youre building a new system, you cant go wrong.It was good enough for my vicious, new build and unless you're trying to go bigger and better than mine (which most arent), it will be good for you as well.

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Kingston is the industry leader in PC memory. Our line of HyperX desktop memory is ideal for PC enthusiasts and gamers. You want the highest performance and speed you need HyperX memory from Kingston. Included in package is Three 2GB Modules of 1600MHz DDR3 desktop memory. Specs include Non-ECC CL9 low latency9-9-9-27) DIMM memory type, XMP T1 series with tall fin profile, 256Mx64-bit, 240-pin unbuffered, 1.65V, FBGA, Gold.

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Crucial CT3KIT25664BA1067 6GB 2GBx3 240-pin PC3-8500 DIMM DDR3 3-Channel Memory KIT Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought the 1067 and needed 1333. Amazon refunded my money with no hassel. I went with corsair and am very happy with the product and delivery. Corsair is an affordable quality product.

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Every day, you rely on your computer to make your life easier. A Crucial DRAM upgrade can help your system run faster, and it's one of the easiest, most affordable ways to improve system performance. Reap the benefits doing everything from everyday system tasks to mission-critical applications.For over 12 years, Crucial has been recognized as a leader in DRAM upgrades. Our products help people achieve greater system performance through improved productivity, reliability, and speed.As part of one of the world's largest DRAM manufacturers—Micron Technology—our long tenure of engineering and manufacturing expertise allow us to build high-quality, system-specific memory solutions for customers.We back our products by guaranteeing system compatibility, limited lifetime warranties, and outstanding service and support. At Crucial, we're the Memory Experts.

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Corsair TR3X6G1600C9 XMS3 6 GB 3 X 2 GB PC3-12800 1600MHz 240-Pin DDR3 Tri-Channel Intel Core i7 Memory Kit Review

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(More customer reviews)Full disclosure: I don't actually run this at 1600MHz -- I overclocked all my computers throughout college but just didn't feel like it when I put this one together. So, because the RAM defaults to the normal high-speed JEDEC standard at 1.5V, and you need to manually set it to 1.65V and 1600MHz, I didn't. Just be aware of this if you want to buy this (or, last I checked, any other) memory for its higher-than-normal clock.

Anyway, my computer's been running well for about 8 months now and the RAM tested out fine in memtest86.

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The XMS Series TR3X6G1600C9 is a 6144MByte kit of DDR3 SDRAM DIMMs built using Corsair-s high performance heat sink which includes Intel-s Extreme Memory Profiles (XMP 1.2). This part delivers outstanding performance in the latest generation of X58 DDR3-based motherboards. It has been tested extensively in popular X58 motherboards to ensure compatibility and performance at its rated speed. This memory has been verified to operate at 1600MHz at latencies of 9-9-9-24 at 1.65V VDIMM..Ask The RAM GuyCorsair created a 24/7 online customer support site just for you at www.asktheramguy.com. Here, you can find other people like yourself that are -In the know- and can help answer questions you may have about installation or anything RAM related.More importantly, Corsair stands behind every module with a Lifetime Warranty. We realize any manufacturer can put a product in a box and hope that it will work, however, at Corsair we guarantee it will work for a lifetime.So if you-re looking to increase the speed of your PC, Buy this CORSAIR XMS3 6GB Intel Core i7 XMS Kit.

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Corsair TR3X6G1333C9 XMS3 6 GB 3 x 2 GB PC3-10666 1333MHz 240-Pin DDR3 Core i7 Memory Kit Review

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(More customer reviews)When I built my desktop the most RAM I could afford was 2GB of DDR3. While this was adequate I soon realized that I would need more soon! So I purchased this set from Corsair. It is 3 seperate 1333 MHZ 240 Pin chips. They come with a metal covering and not really a heat sink per se.
Overall I love having 6GB of RAM now, Less swapping during game play and the boot up time has been reduced noticably.

I purchased this the day it came available. I see that now it may be difficult to find these. Grab these when they become available again.

Here are the specs so you dont have to dig around the web to find them:

This is for a system that uses Intel Core i7 processor:

Brand CORSAIR
Series XMS3
Model TR3X6G1333C9
Type 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM

Tech Spec
Capacity 6GB (3 x 2GB)
Speed DDR3 1333 (PC3 10666)
Cas Latency 9
Timing 9-9-9-24
Voltage 1.5V
Multi-channel Kit Triple Channel Kit
Heat Spreader Yes
Features Compatible with Intel Core i7 series CPUThank you for reading my review.

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The XMS Series TR3X6G1333C9 is a 6144MByte kit of DDR3 SDRAM DIMMs built using Corsair's high performance heat sink for Core i7. This part delivers outstanding performance in the latest generation of X58 DDR3-based motherboards. It has been tested extensively in popular X58 motherboards to ensure compatibility and performance at its rated speed. This memory has been verified to operate at 1333MHz at latencies of 9-9-9-24 at 1.50V VDIMM.
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More importantly, Corsair stands behind every module with a Lifetime Warranty. We realize any manufacturer can put a product in a box and hope that it will work, however, at Corsair we guarantee it will work for a lifetime!
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Corsair TR3X6G1600C8D Dominator 6 GB 3 x 2 GB PC3-12800 1600MHz 240-Pin DDR3 Core i7 Memory Kit Review

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(More customer reviews)Don't listen to W. Garrahan's review.
This kit, if put in a proper I7 motherboard with tri channel and 3 slots will be fine.
XP won't recognize the 6gb ram but will not slow your pc down at all.XP 64 would be better but I'd go windows 7, I won't install vista or Vista64.

This kit is rock solid, superfast and easily handles more voltage and oc.

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Corei7 DDR3 1600MHz 6GB

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Lenovo Ideapad Y560d 0646-2KU 15.6-Inch 3D Laptop (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)A quick review:
Pros: well built, great speakers, overclockable 5730 (over 10000 3Dmarks in '06 after overclock), BEAUTIFUL screen, very well "thought out", not much bloatware and what is there is pretty useful, great button placement, keyboard feel, and mouse pad (especially the trackball mode on mousepad.) AMAZING lack of ghosting using supplied glasses, almost none using leftover theater glasses.

Cons: only 1: resolution. For games in 3D, it's.. fine. You lose half your vertical resolution, but when the screen is in motion you don't really notice (especially on movies) but if your goal is 3D photography, forget it. 1/2 of 768 is completely unusable for any 3D photography work: period.

All in all, a beautiful powerhouse with a great design, but the screen is the weak point. I'd wait for the HP 17" envy 3d solution: faster graphics to support the full 1080p rez.

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Mobile Entertainment. Fun is enjoying movies and games in 3D with the new IdeaPad Y560d notebook designed to entertain you on the move.
The Lenovo® IdeaPad™ Y560d notebook powered by an Intel® Core™ i7 processor with Intel® Turbo Boost Technology* combines smart performance and mobility with a host of multimedia features that make it the ideal PC for mobile entertainment.Games and movies are fun and appear more realistic with a 3D panel and glasses that enable 3D vision.Its OneKey® Theater and Dolby® Home Theater™ Surround Sound with JBL speakers and HD graphics make for an exhilarating sound and movie experience. The IdeaPad Y560d also features Lenovo Enhanced Experience for Windows® 7, which provides faster boot and shutdown times, plus a richer multimedia experience.Best of all, it's from Lenovo, makers of the award-winning ThinkPad.

Lenovo IdeaPad Y560d Key Features

Key Specifications

Intel® Core™ i7-720QM processor with Intel® Turbo Boost Technology
Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium 64 bit
15.6 inch high-definition LED backlight display, 16:9 widescreen
High-performance multimedia: 4GB DDR3 memory and 500GB HDD storage
Integrated high-speed WiFi
DVD reader/writer
Lenovo Energy Management 5.0 enables extended battery life, long-term battery durability and lower noise output through dynamic fan control

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3D panel and glasses – enjoy compatible games and movies in 3D vision
Dolby® Home Theater™ surround sound with JBL® designed speakers
ATI Mobility Radeon™ HD5730 1GB graphics support and HDMI output
Entertainment on the move – less than an inch thick and just 5.95lbs.
OneKey™ Theater II - intelligent one-touch audio-visual optimization for clearer, brighter images and richer audio
SlideNav - intelligent touch-sensitive slide bar for easy desktop navigation
Integrated web camera

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Ambient Light Sensor protects your eyes by automatically adjusting screen brightness based on ambient light conditions
OneKey Rescue System for quick and easy data recovery with antivirus protection
VeriFace facial recognition technology - a fun way to log in to your PC

A BETTER WINDOWS 7 EXPERIENCE

Lenovo Enhanced Experience for Windows 7 provides a faster, richer and easier way to use your PC

OneKey Rescue System

OneKey Rescue System for quick & easy data recovery with anti virus protection. With the touch of a button, users can restore the system and recover valuable data. The OneKey Rescue System interface allows the user to quickly diagnose where a system corruption occurs, ensuring that recovery is fast and effective. OneKey Rescue System consists of 3 modules which can be accessed before booting into the OS, or in the case of OneKey Recovery can also be accessed in Windows (with limited functionality):


OneKey AntiVirus
Supports Norton Anti-virus, runs virus checking before entering operating system.


OneKey Recovery
Backup and recover system and user data.


System Repair
Automatically repair damage to critical system files.

VeriFace Face Recognition

VeriFace face recognition - a fun way to log in your PC.
Your face is your password and software supports multiple users.

Login log review - Check who has tried to log into your computer.
File encryption/decryption - Encrypt and decrypt sensitive files, using your face as the password.
Live detection - Stops unauthorized users from using a photo of the owner to log in. Checks head movement and other characteristics to determine if a real person or a photo. Users can enable/ disable the live detection or set the sensitivity level according to their preference.
Leave a video message - Unauthorized users can leave a video message for the computer owner to view when they return.

Lenovo Energy Management

Lenovo Energy Management, our advanced power- and battery-management software (on select models), helps you easily control your laptop's energy usage with a simple interface and a quiet mode for studying or working.

Lenovo Enhanced Experience for Windows 7

Faster
Lenovo Enhanced Experience for Windows 7PCs boot up and shut downfaster than non-optimized PCs - all while loading critical security features like anti-virus software.


Richer
Experience rich entertainment and graphics features:

High Definition graphics support for super-smooth playback of high-def video content.
DirectX 10 and above for realistic graphic in games and running the Windows 7 Aero Peek interface.
Enhanced digital audio for a totally immersive multimedia experience.

Easier
Experience peace of mind with intuitive, integrated tools that make it easy to use and maintain your PC. Quickly backup, recover, scan and repair your PC with the simple touch of a button.


For more information, visit the Lenovo Enhanced Experience for Windows 7 page on Lenovo.com.

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ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe WiFi-AP AM2+ AMD 790FX DDR2-1066 ATX Motherboard Review

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(More customer reviews)When I first opened the box I was overwhelmed but having built a couple other computers I took a breath and started at the installation of the cpu and fan and worked my way up. There are a lot of extra and plenty of cords to go around. I installed xp pro 64 and it went without a hitch. Everything worked even the wifi. The wifi was a little hinky in xp pro 64 but when I went to Vista 64 it works great now. I love the ability of two pci-e but made the mistake of getting ati card and it works butto use two they have to be nvidia. Next year I will replace with two good nvidia cards. I would build another computer any time with this. Asus rocks!

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Product Description:
CPU - AMD Socket AM2+ Phenom FX / Phenom X4 / Phenom X2 / Athlon X2 / Sempron - AMD Socket AM2 Athlon 64 X2 / Athlon 64 FX / Athlon 64 / Sempron - AMD Cool n Quiet Technology System Bus - Up to 5200 MT/s; HyperTransport 3.0 interface for AM2+ CPU Memory - 4 x DIMM, max. 8GB, DDR2 1066 / 800 / 667 / 533, ECC and non-ECC, un-buffered memory - Dual channel memory architecture - DDR2 1066 is supported by AM2+ CPU only Expansion Slots - 4 x PCIe x16 with ATI CrossFireX support, @ dual x16; tripple x16 / x8 / x8; or quad x8 modes - 2 x PCI 2.2 Storage - Southbridge: 4 x SATA 3Gb/s ports with RAID 0, 1, and 0+1support. 1 x UltraDMA 133 / 100 / 66- Marvell 6121 and 6111: 2 x SATA 3Gb/s ports with RAID 0, and 1 support. 1 x External SATA 3Gb/s port (SATA On-the-Go) LAN - Marvel PCIe Gigabit LAN controller featuring AI NET 2 Wireless LAN - 54 Mbps IEEE 802.11g and backwards compatible with 11 Mbps IEEE 802.11b Audio - ADI AD1988 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC IEEE 1394 - Agere FW322 supports 2 x IEEE 1394a ports USB - 10 x USB 2.0 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 6 ports at back panel) Back Panel I/O Ports - 1 x PS/2 Keyboard, 1 x S/PDIF Out (Coaxial + Optical), 1 x External SATA- 1 x IEEE1394a, 1 x RJ45 port, 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 - 1 x WiFi-AP Solo antenna jack, 8-Channel Audio I/O Internal I/O Connectors - 2 x USB connectors support additional 4 USB ports - 1 x Floppy disk drive connector, 1 x IDE connector, 6 x SATA connectors - 1 x COM connector, 1 x CPU Fan connector, 2 x Chassis Fan connector - 1 x Power Fan connector, 1 x IEEE1394a connector, Front panel audio connector - 1 x S/PDIF Out Header, Chassis Intrusion connector, CD audio in - 24-pin ATX Power connector, 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector, System Panel BIOS - 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, ACPI 2.0a, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 Form Factor - ATX Form Factor, 12" x 9.6" (30.5cm x 24.4cm)

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Intel D975XBX2KR Intel Core 2 Duo Ready Socket 775 ATX Motherboard Review

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(More customer reviews)OMG, I'm so pleased i bought this motherboard, i was looking for something very reliable and with zero flaws, finally got it!!!. Candidates were evga, abit and asus ( they are good quality, but no as good as intel)...

System configuration is:

Intel C2D E6600
Intel XBX2 Bad Axe 2
2 x 1024 Corsair xms2 pc2 6400 c4
Ultra X-finity 600 watts
Evga 8800 GTS 320 MB Superclocked

So far, this mobo, is the best component on my pc, will buy it a hundred times. Good overclocker, great bios, awesome Raid sata options, and one more thing, this mobo is future proof, you can get all intels cpus from Conroes to penryns and beyond!!!, SWEET!!!

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Single pack, ATX form factor desktop board based on the Intel 975X Express chipset, supporting Intel Pentium4, IntelPentium Core Extreme, and PentiumD processors, 1066 MHz FSB, dual-channel DDR2 800/667 SDRAM, SATA (3.0Gb/s) storage capability, 2 PCI, 3 PCI Express x16 with ATI Crossfire support IEEE-1394a, Gigabit LAN, IntelHigh Definition Audio supporting 8-channel surround sound.

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