Linux Supercomputing
posted: January 19, 2001 @ 12:24 EST by: ryan
HardwareCenteral has posted up an article on Linux Supercomputing, IBM and Intel take it one step further:
"According to IBM, Linux clusters will soon be the most widely used architecture for parallel computing. Due to its open source nature, the maturity of clustering software, and the enthusiasm of the scientific community in working with Linux clusters as a means of achieving high-performance super computing."
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AOpen HQ08 Full Tower
posted: January 19, 2001 @ 7:15 EST by: ryan
NeoSeeker has posted Ether's review of the AOpen HQ08 Full Tower Case which he compared to his fav Antec SX830. Here's a Clip:
"Right away I can tell you the HQ08 has all the standard features that earmark a quality case: rolled smooth edges, LOTs of drive bays (internal and external), a removable motherboard tray, two removable 3.5” trays, and a large, open interior. The quality of this case (constructed of 1mm thick sheet metal) is beyond question, but it isn’t as suave as the sweet-ass Antec SX830."
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Condensation Prevention Guide
posted: January 18, 2001 @ 6:38 EST by: ryan
OCTools has posted a condensation prevention guide for those thinking of active cooling using their socket CPU's and boards. Simply a howto on keeping it dry!
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Rounded IDE Cables
posted: January 18, 2001 @ 6:37 EST by: ryan
Rouning IDE cables has become one of the latest "trends" and it's now possible to buy the cables "pre-rounded". Techwatch had a look at the pre-rounded type. Quote:
"Especially when compared my home-made cables (below), it makes me wonder why I even tried! This is a "must-have" for those with heavily modded cases and want to show off their craftsmanship! The cables are very flexible too, so that you can bend and twist to fit/hide/show-off the cables."
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GeForce 2 GTS Ultra
posted: January 18, 2001 @ 6:36 EST by: ryan
PenStarSys has posted their http://www.penstarsys.com/Reviews/video/vtultra/index.html">long awaited GeForce 2 GTS Ultra review (VisionTek) and it is very in depth. Not only is this benched, but the actual technology behind it is given a good once over. Here are a couple of quotes:
"Does this mean that the GeForce 2 series is a waste of a user’s time? Of course not. In any design and manufacturing situation, tradeoffs are made, and NVIDIA made the tradeoffs they thought would have the least impact on performance, features, and die space. One graphics chip cannot be all things (since new features are being developed all the time), and the GeForce walks a pretty good line in terms of supporting features that are important to the majority of users and software developers."
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Epox 8KTA3 KT133A Review
posted: January 18, 2001 @ 6:34 EST by: ryan
Amdmb.com has posted their review of the Epox 8KTA3 KT133A chipset motherboard. This new chipset has support for the 133/266 DDR MHz Athlon processors. The 8KTA3 has amazing overclocking results, reaching an astounding FSB of 150 MHz!!!
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Polk AMR90 Speaker Set Rv.
posted: January 17, 2001 @ 6:16 EST by: ryan
NeoSeeker have posted Ether's review of the Polk AMR90 5 Piece Surround Sound Speaker Set. This is one compact & stylish set, but does it deliver when it comes to sound quality?
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Epox KT133 Review
posted: January 17, 2001 @ 6:16 EST by: ryan
Hard|OCP has just posted up a review of the Epox KT133 mainboard.
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Diskeeper 6.0 Review
posted: January 17, 2001 @ 6:14 EST by: ryan
Tweaker's Asylum have just finished up with their review of the awesome defragging program Diskeeper 6.0 by Executive Software.
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Integrated Intel Chipset Lineup
posted: January 17, 2001 @ 6:14 EST by: ryan
TweakTown have posted an 11-page article concerning "value" Integrated Intel chipsets, included chipsets in the lineup is the SiS 630E, VIA PM133 and the Intel 815E:
"These days we are quick to slam integrated chipsets due its poor performance and history. When we compared them to higher performing external components, but we must take into account this very question, why is there integrated systems? The reason being cost. Not everyone out there in their home can afford an AMD Athlon 1.2Ghz with 64MB DDR GeForce 2 Ultra with 1GB of SDRAM. Most home users and offices users wouldn't even need such power for simple database tasks and other simple office tasks. So come along with us as we take a journey into the integrated platform level as we look at the solutions for the P6 line of all-in-one chipsets for the Intel Celeron and VIA Cyrix 3 "value" processors."
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Canon PowerShot G1 Review
posted: January 17, 2001 @ 6:13 EST by: ryan
HardwareZone has completed a new review of the Canon PowerShot G1 3.34MPixel Digital Camera.
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Biolink Biometric Mouse
posted: January 17, 2001 @ 6:12 EST by: ryan
PC stats has posted up a review of the Biolink Umatch Biometric Mouse.
"For whatever reason all biometric security devices seem to call this next bit of configuration "the enrollment process." Anyway's, what this refers to is configuring the mouse to recognize the first user as administrator. Along with a password and username the Umatch records your thumb print a couple of times. In our case, it requested it five times. Each time your are prompted via a small animation to remove your finger and then place it back on the sensor. A little red light blinks a few times and your fingerprint magically appears on the screen. It requests it a few times so it can create a library of points about your entire fingerprint. Chances are you won't place your thumb on the sensor window the exact same way each time. The multiple captures ensure that a good set of points are recorded for future authentication."
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Raise @home's Upload Cap
posted: January 16, 2001 @ 9:01 EST by: ryan
For those of us who use the @home cable internet service (like myself) a higher upload cap can be a welcome change. Sign the petition here, and support our cause!
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Palm IIIc & Palm Vx Review
posted: January 16, 2001 @ 7:06 EST by: ryan
HardwareCentral has posted up a Palm IIIc & Palm Vx review:
"Each PalmPilot has more or less the same basic features such as a large touch sensitive screen and a stylus pointing device. The newer models however feature enhancements to key areas, such as built in battery packs and a color screen. In this review we'll be looking at the Palm IIIc and the Palm Vx."
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EPSON Photo Scanner Review
posted: January 16, 2001 @ 7:05 EST by: ryan
HardwareZone has completed a new review on the EPSON Perfection 1640SU PHOTO Scanner. Here's a taster:
"If you need a flatbed scanner with the ability to produce high-speed 1600 dpi (42-bit, non-interpolated) or 12800 (42-bit, interpolated) resolution and do a lot of film/transparency/photo scanning for professional graphics work, the EPSON Perfection 1640SU Photo is a good choice because its easy-to-use, fast, quiet and versatile (USB and SCSI). Only the price (S$649 SRP with GST) prevented a higher overall star rating."
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Annihilator2 MX Review
posted: January 16, 2001 @ 7:04 EST by: ryan
I Am Not a Geek has reviewed the Creative Annihilator2 MX with DDR Memory.
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Visiontek GeForce2 Lineup
posted: January 16, 2001 @ 7:03 EST by: ryan
[H]ardOCP has posted up a quick look at the entire GeForce2 chipset lineup and also a closer look at a company you will be hearing more out of in the coming year.
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VisionMaster Pro 451Review
posted: January 16, 2001 @ 7:02 EST by: ryan
Gamer's Depot posted up their review of IIyama's new 19-inches of joy, the VisionMaster Pro 451.
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ASUS A7M266 Mainboard
posted: January 16, 2001 @ 7:01 EST by: ryan
X-bit labs has posted an ASUS A7M266 Mainboard Review. They managed to get hold of the first AMD-760 based mainboard available in retail stores. It supports DDR SDRAM and new AMD Athlon processors with 266MHz FSB. However, it is not enough for making this product a hit.
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AVerMedia's AVerTV Review
posted: January 15, 2001 @ 12:08 EST by: ryan
LITTLEWHITEDOG.COM has just completed a very comprehensive review of AVerMedia's AVerTV USB multimedia device. This device is packed full of features, and boasts a very impressive software package, but can it stand up to the performance challenge?
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Abit KT7A-RAID Review
posted: January 15, 2001 @ 12:07 EST by: ryan
FiringSquad has posted up a review of ABIT's latest motherboard, the KT7A-RAID. Building on the success of the original KT7-RAID, the KT7A-RAID features VIA's new 266MHz FSB KT133A chipset. Here's a clip from the review:
"Basically, the KT7A offers all the same features we loved the original KT7 for: best-in-class performance, great stability, and an excellent feature set. Heck, ABIT's SoftMenu III implementation alone makes the KT7A an incredible motherboard. When you combine this with ATA/100 RAID and the increased performance of the KT133A chipset, an already excellent product becomes even better."
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KFC 19" Monitor Review
posted: January 15, 2001 @ 10:00 EST by: ryan
T-Break did a short review on this 19" monitor. Here's a bit from the review:
"As I said, the monitor is 19 inches and has a viewable area of 18.0 inches which is really good as most of the monitors that I’ve come across usually cut more than one inch in their viewable vs advertised size."
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Corsair 256MB PC133 Review
posted: January 15, 2001 @ 9:59 EST by: ryan
ExtremeOverclocking has reviewed Corsair's 256MB PC133 CAS 2 memory module, along with Mushkin's 128MB PC150 memory module. Both overclock past 150FSB, and with memory prices dropping it's an excellent time to pick up one of these modules cheap! I also talked a little bit about what does & doesn't affect memory performance.
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KT133A: Performance for Less
posted: January 15, 2001 @ 9:58 EST by: ryan
Today's article on EuroGamer takes a frank look at the new VIA KT133A motherboard chipset. Is it the BX chipset for the new generation? What does it do that's so different to the new AMD 760? And moreover, if you are looking for an Athlon upgrade, is it where you should apply your funds?
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Intel Tualatin Proc Specs
posted: January 15, 2001 @ 9:56 EST by: ryan
Insane Hardware have just posted some specs and pics on Intel's new Pentium III, codenamed "Tualatin". This new processor is based on Intel's new copper .13 micron manufacturing process and will feature upto 512k of full speed on-die cache aswell as a 200MHz FSB using the i830 DDR chipset! For more specs, pics and brief coverage on what market this processor is due to accomodate then head down under to Insane Hardware.
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Intel 815EP Chipset Review
posted: January 14, 2001 @ 10:21 EST by: ryan
HardwareZone has completed a new review on the The Intel 815EP Chipset. Taster:
"In my opinion, the 815EP is not the ultimate chipset for Intel processors as it lacks the support for larger memory sizes. In addition, PC133 support with the 815E or 815EP is not at its best. The VIA 694X is still the better chipset for Intel processors since it allows three to four times the maximum memory capacity. In fact, the VIA 694X is the only solution for systems with dual processors based on PC133 SDRAM. The Intel 815EP is only good for value desktops and not meant for high-end workstations/servers. However, its current pricing is still too high for any value systems and it doesn't make economical sense to spend so much for so little. The 815EP will probably not last very long as other more advanced chipsets take the limelight in the near future. For now, this is the only Intel chipset that supports 133MHz FSB, PC133 SDRAM and AGP 4x interface."
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GeForce Pro Review
posted: January 14, 2001 @ 10:20 EST by: ryan
Hexus.net has popped up a review of the Hercules GeForce Pro. That's all I have to say :)
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New Peltier Guide
posted: January 14, 2001 @ 7:22 EST by: ryan
GideonTech.com has just finished http://www.gideontech.com/guides/peltier/">a guide on Peltiers. Snip:
"It is simply a "heat pump" that pumps heat from one side to the other when an electrical current is applied to the peltier. A peltier itself is made up of paired up p- and n- type semi-conductors wired in series that are sandwiched between two ceramic plates. As an electrical current is applied to the peltier one side gets."
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Abit KT7 RAID Review
posted: January 14, 2001 @ 7:21 EST by: ryan
Tweaker's Asylum just posted their review of the ABIT KT7 RAID Socket A Motherboard.
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Seadogs Review
posted: January 14, 2001 @ 7:20 EST by: ryan
FiringSquad has their review of Seadogs up for your viewing pleasure. A little blurb:
"One of the best things about Sea Dogs is the constant building of skills and resources and the thought required to balance them all. Lot's of gold on it's own isn't enough, for example. It has to be balanced with experience or there will be no ships to spend it on since you need experience in order to gain access to larger ships. You have to concentrate on growing and balancing experience, gold, crew, ships, and your reputation to really succeed in the dangerous waters of the Archipelago."
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Mushkin REV2 PC133 Review
posted: January 13, 2001 @ 8:36 EST by: ryan
AcidHardware are among the first to review Mushkin's latest revision of their very popular High Performance PC-133 128MB SDRAM. They have alot of graphs for easy browsing and compare the difference when overclocked. They also test it against Apacer's PC-133 SDRAM and a stick of VCRAM:
"More so than before, memory has become a large bottleneck in today's computing systems due to the fact that applications require vast amounts of memory coupled with speed. Mushkin have been known for producing high performance RAM modules which can overclock way past default specifications. What makes Mushkin RAM unique is that the modules are hand picked high yield chips. The RAM we have been fortunate enough to get our hands on is Mushkins latest stick of SDRAM, their 128MB High Performance REV 3 222 module which is even guaranteed to run at CAS 2:2:2 with a 150mhz memory bus speed!"
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Alice Action Gamers Test
posted: January 13, 2001 @ 8:35 EST by: ryan
3DActionPlanet's http://www.3dactionplanet.com/features/agt/agt43/">Action Gaming Test (AGT) series tests your knowledge of action gaming trivia and appears every Saturday. Last time we wanted to know just how much of a fan of id Software you were. This week they test your knowledge of American McGee's dark and creepy Alice.
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Mobile Multimedia
posted: January 13, 2001 @ 8:34 EST by: ryan
Multimedia, once the domain of the PC, has gone mobile at the 2001 CES and The Tech Zone was there to take it all in. They got pics and info on some of the most wicked show cars you've ever seen. Cars with mobile multimedia system, GPS, and enough amplifier power to light up a small city. They even got a what has to be the coolest golf cart EVER!
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Modded Orb For Old Celery
posted: January 12, 2001 @ 9:44 EST by: ryan
Extreme Overclocking has posted up an article showing how they modified a slot 1 orb to fit on they slot 1 Celeron.
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Azza KT133 Mobo Review
posted: January 12, 2001 @ 7:12 EST by: ryan
ActiveHardware has popped up a review of the Azza (haven't heard of them either) KT133 based mainboard. Here's a little taster:
"Unlike Azza's PB815TX, however, the KT133BX lacks an AIR Bus - a key feature of the former that allows for the addition of a KeyBIOS. By inserting such a KeyBIOS, it would have been possible to immediately reset the BIOS, or to restrict access to it."
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