Wednesday, July 9, 2008

FOXCONN DREADNOUGHT








Foxconn has been directing itself towards overclockers and gamers with its new Quantum Force motherboard line-up. The names have clearly been inspired by the navy, because after the nForce 780a based Destroyer, Foxconn now introduces the 'Dreadnought', a board based on nVidia's more expensive 790i Ultra chipset.

Where the Destroyer stands out with its four PCI-Express 16x slots, the Dreadnought has a unique chipset cooling and triple-SLI functionality. We saw a raw version of the chipset cooling on VR-Zone's forum in December. Overclocker Shamino was pleased with the new cooling, because it could handle both watercooling and liquid nitrogen. The supplied cooling is all an overclocker needs, Foxconn packs a matching fan, watercooling lid and even an LN2 tube with the Dreadnought board.

The board supports all socket 775 Intel processors, including the 45nm and the 1600MHz FSB models. The four DDR3 memory slots can handle up to 8GB of DDR3 memory with a clockspeed of max 2000MHz. Apart from the three PCI-Express 16x slots for triple-SLI, there are also two PCI and two PCI-E 1x slots for additional cards. There are also six SATA ports and one IDE connector present on the motherboard.

The I/O panel has two eSATA ports, 6x USB, two Gigabit LAN ports and a FireWire connector. The onboard audiochip supports 7.1 audio through analog jacks as well as through a coaxial and optic digital output.

The creators of the board kept the overclockers in mind, it features a double BIOS and comes with a plastic tray for motherboards that stand on the table or on a box. There is also an additional fan in the box which can be attached to the graphics cards. According to Foxconn this offers a big advantage when you are running a multi-GPU setup.

Monday, July 7, 2008

FOXCONN DESTROYER








DESTROYER


The latest AMD technologies tuned and bred into a game-killing machine, seek and destroy your gaming opposition with a DESTROYER-based system at your fingertips. Supporting AMD Phenom™, Athlon™ and Sempron™ processors with HT3.0 technology, the DESTROYER motherboard is based on the NVIDIA® nForce 780a SLI chipset, and supports 4-way graphics and 3-way SLI™ thanks to 4* PCIe x16 Gen2.0 graphics slots. With GeForce® Boost technology, the onboard graphics core works with installed graphics cards to further improve graphics performance, whilst HybridPower™ improves energy efficiency by disabling VGA cards when running non-intensive applications. Equipped with the Quantum BIOS, DESTROYER offers excellent overclocking potential and includes handy enthusiast features such as Quantum Flow (for improved air-flow around the graphics cards) and the Quantum Lap motherboard tray for easier access to the motherboard when on the testing bench. The onboard 7.1 channel HD audio with Low ESR capacitors offers excellent audio fidelity, even at high ranges, whilst Dual Gigabit LAN and a wide range of connectivity options ensure that DESTROYER can support a wide range of configurations and storage technologies.






Supports AMD® PhenomTM FX and PhenomTM processors



Supports latest AMD® PhenomTMFX, PhenomTM, AthlonTM64 FX, AthlonTM 64X2, AthlonTM 64, SempronTM processors with Hyper Transport 3.0 interface, up to 5.2GT/S running at 2.6GHz. It's the ideal engine for highly threaded entertainment applications and highly productive multitasking.






NVIDIA® 780a SLI Chipset



NVIDIA® 780a SLI Chipset supports the latest AMD multi-core processors with HT3.0 interface and its record breaking performance and greater energy efficiency. NVIDIA® 780a SLI Chipset with optimized system memory capabilities, chipset over-speed protection removed for maximum overclocking, providing faster boot and application load times and additional power savings. NVIDIA® 780a SLI Chipset also offer options for DDR2 1066 memory support, providing scalable options for users wanting to take advantage of higher memory performance with less power consumption to run next generation applications such as high-definition video and 3D visualization






Dual Channel DDR2 1066



Supports Dual Channel DDR2 1066/800/667/533MHz, 8GB Max. memory which unlocks more performance when overclocking CPU with memory, by removing the bottleneck between memory and system bus.






Accelerated HD graphics performance



Destroyer includes new technologies designed to further boost the performance of installed graphics cards, and enable playback of HD video content.






GeForce® Boost turbocharges the performance of GeForce® graphics cards by utilizing the onboard GeForce® GPU in tandem with installed graphics cards. The integrated GPU also features PureVideo HD technology which combines high-definition video decode acceleration and post-processing to deliver unprecedented picture clarity, smooth video, accurate color, and precise image scaling for movies and video. PureVideo HD includes required content protection circuitry (HDCP) for playing the new Blu-ray and HD DVD movies at the highest quality possible, and is directly integrated with the leading HD movie software players.






HybridPower™ saves energy and reduces noise from your PC by disabling installed graphics cards when they are not needed, and re-activating them for graphics-intensive applications such as gaming.






2-way, 3-way SLI or 4-way graphics firepower



With 4* PCIe2.0 x16 slots, Destroyer includes multiple options for graphics configurations, including 3-way SLI™ support or 4-way graphics. Multi-graphics configurations present enthusiasts and with huge boosts in graphics performance, with 3-way SLI™ providing up to 2.8x the performance capability of a single graphics card and catering for extreme HD resolutions of 2560x1600 at truly playable frame rates.






PCIe Generation 2.0 support



PCI Express Gen2.0 technology doubles the available aggregate bandwidth between PCIe Generation 2 cards and the motherboard. This means a Gen2.0 16-lane (x16) link can provide up to 16GB/s of bandwidth, 8GB/s in each direction. PCIe Gen2.0 is backwards compatible, and so existing PCIe “Gen1” cards can be plugged into Gen2.0 slots. PCI Express Gen2.0 technology doubles the available aggregate bandwidth between PCIe Generation 2 cards and the motherboard. This means a Gen2.0 16-lane (x16) link can provide up to 16GB/s of bandwidth, 8GB/s in each direction. PCIe Gen2.0 is backwards compatible, and so existing PCIe “Gen1” cards can be plugged into Gen2.0 slots.






Quantum BIOS



Quantum BIOS provides new features and enhancements for overclocking including context-driven menus, more detailed memory configurations and enhanced quad-core overclocking support.






4in1 Quantum Cooler



The unique all-copper modular designed 4in1 Quantum Cooler enables effective cooling of the NB, SB and VRM areas. Swap out the NB parts to configure it for air, water or more extreme forms of cooling!






8 phase Digital PWM



8 phase Digital PWM provides more robust power delivery, standing up to the demands of enthusiasts and overclockers. This finely-tuned digital power management system operates with better power efficiency, a faster and more stable response to changes in power consumption, and higher output current capability to support extreme overclocking.






New audio technology



Destroyer includes a new audio solution using Low ESR Metallized Polyster Film capacitors to deliver greater sound clarity and audio fidelity.



Onboard 7.1 channel HD Audio with Low ESR Metallized Polyster Film capacitors delivers greater sound clarity and audio fidelity.



The onboard audio circuits use metallized polyster film capacitors with low ESR to improve audio quality and reduce interference. These components are widely used in high-end audio equipment.



ESR (Equivalent Series Resistance) is the degree to which natural resistance occurs in a capacitor, generating heat and resulting in failure or distortion of signals. The use of low ESR capacitors in audio circuits reduces occurrences of electrical noise and improves frequency response - especially in the higher audio ranges of 20-48KHz.






AEGIS Panel



AEGIS Panel is a Windows based innovation tool to provide monitoring system information about fan speeds, temperatures, voltages CPU Clock, etc. It also quick and easy overclocking options, with a range of frequency and voltage adjustments.






100% SOLID Capacitor & Ferrite Choke Design



Foxconn’s 100% SOLID Capacitor design improves component reliability, by replacing electrolytic capacitors with solid versions; this removes the risk of capacitor failure damaging the PCB and surrounding components, whilst improving overall system performance and stability. Solid capacitors are much more durable than standard electrolytic versions, typically lasting around 6 times longer and withstanding higher operating temperatures.




Ferrite Choke


Ferrite Choke design improves power delivery to the motherboard. By using an iron-oxide core, the Ferrite Choke design can hold energy at a higher frequency than traditional iron cores, resulting in less power loss, and more stability and performance capability for your system, especially when under heavy loading.




Unique accessories for enthusiasts


Quantum Lap makes it easy to get to grips with your new system configuration, straight out of the packaging! Assemble the 4 screw legs and set-up your system with ease on the Quantum Lap motherboard tray.


Quantum Flow is a highly configurable and effective VGA cooling solution, which greatly improves airflow around multi-GPU systems loweringgraphics card operating temperatures by around 5°C.


The 120mm blue-LED fan with custom mounting bracket is easy to install – either by screw-mounting or using the double-sided tape included.


Conveniently store OC settings in 4 different profiles, and easily switch between them. In event of OC failure, will automatically revert to last OC profile.


If OC attempt fail, will automatically recover last good setting, to ensure system protection.


Easily reset CMOS on the workbench, when recovering from failed overclock attempt.


On/off/reset buttons are located directly on the motherboard PCB, so you can easily start and reset your system whilst testing it on the workbench.


Quickly and easily update your system and drivers through the easy Windows-based FoxLiveUpdate utility.






FOXCONN G33M






Designed to support Intel® Core™2 Quad and Core™2 Duo processors at up to 1333MHz FSB, the G33M offers unprecedented graphics capability thanks to the new Intel® GMA 3100 onboard graphics processor. Intel® Clear Video Technology, and easy set-up with Intel® TV Wizard make this a great multimedia solution. With Gigabit LAN, 8-channel HD Audio, 4* SATAII and 12* USB2.0 ports, this motherboard can be used as the basis of highly capable home and office PCs. Foxconn's proprietary system control and monitoring solution - FoxOne™ - is included, providing for enhanced control and tuning of your system.




Supports latest Intel® Core™2 Quad and Core™2 Duo processors up to 1333MHz FSB, along with Intel® next-generation 45nm CPUsMultimedia enthusiasts, prepare to enthuse. Bring quad-core performance to your desktop with the Intel® Core™2 Quad processor. It's the ideal engine for highly threaded entertainment applications and highly productive multitasking.




Based on the Intel® G33 Express Chipset, combined with either the Intel® Core™2 Duo processor or Intel® Core™2 Quad processor, deliver new technologies and innovating capabilities for digital home consumers.




Integrated high-performance Intel® GMA 3100 graphics with DirectX 9 support3D enhancements enable greater flexibility and scalability and improved realism with support for Microsoft DirectX* 9.0c Shader Model 2.0, OpenGL* 1.4. Intel® Graphics also support the highest levels of the Microsoft Vista* Aero experience.


Intel® Clear Video TechnologyIntel® Clear Video Technology delivers enhanced video playback, sharper images, and precise color control for a premium visual experience.




Dual-channel DDR2 800/667MHz memory, 8GB. Max.Enjoy a faster, smoother, more productive computing experience with capacity for up to 8GB of DDR2 memory!




7.1 Channel HD Audio8 channels of High Definition Surround sound turn your PC into a true multi-media centre; enjoy movies, music and games greater audio quality. Intel HD Audio delivers multiple audio channels in your PC so you can listen to two different streams simultaneously in two seperate rooms.




Gigabit LAN interface provides for high-speed network connections, with a data transfer rate up to 1000Mb/s - ideal for streaming multi-media content online.


4* SATAII connectors provide for fast, reliable and adaptable storage capability.


A total of 12* USB2.0 ports (4 rear-mounted) allow you to connect a huge range of devices.


Windows Vista™ Premium CertifiedMicrosoft Windows Vista™ is designed to dramatically improve the computing experience of every kind of PC user—from people at home who use their PCs for simple web browsing, to business people who must organize and act on large volumes of data, to scientists who routinely perform complex mathematical analysis.


With a dedicated on-board FoxOne™ chipset and specialist control software working in tandem, FoxOne™ brings intelligent system controls to your PC. Now you can easily tweak your system performance with a range of Windows and BIOS accessible controls, monitor performance and system temperatures, and activate preset performance modes.


Quickly and easily update your system and drivers through the easy Windows-based FoxLiveUpdate utility.


Colour-coded EasyPin headers enable quick connection of internal devices.




Saturday, July 5, 2008

FOXCONN G33M-S












FOXCONN G33M-S
Designed to support Intel® Core™2 Quad and Core™2 Duo processors at up to 1333MHz FSB, the G33M-S offers unprecendented graphics capability thanks to the new Intel® GMA 3100 onboard graphics processor. Intel® Clear Video Technology, and easy set-up with Intel® TV Wizard make this a great multimedia solution. With Gigabit LAN, 8-channel HD Audio, 4* SATAII, RAID, Matrix storage technology, 2* Firewire (1394a) and 12* USB2.0 ports, this motherboard can be used as the basis of highly capable home and office PCs. Foxconn's proprietary system control and monitoring solution - FoxOne™ - is included, providing for enhanced control and tuning of your system.



Supports latest Intel® Core™2 Quad and Core™2 Duo processors up to 1333MHz FSB, along with Intel® next-generation 45nm CPUsMultimedia enthusiasts, prepare to enthuse. Bring quad-core performance to your desktop with the Intel® Core™2 Quad processor. It's the ideal engine for highly threaded entertainment applications and highly productive multitasking.



Based on the Intel® G33 Express Chipset, combined with either the Intel® Core™2 Duo processor or Intel® Core™2 Quad processor, deliver new technologies and innovating capabilities for digital home consumers.



Integrated high-performance Intel® GMA 3100 graphics with DirectX 9 support3D enhancements enable greater flexibility and scalability and improved realism with support for Microsoft DirectX* 9.0c Shader Model 2.0, OpenGL* 1.4. Intel® Graphics also support the highest levels of the Microsoft Vista* Aero experience.



Intel® Clear Video TechnologyIntel® Clear Video Technology delivers enhanced video playback, sharper images, and precise color control for a premium visual experience.



Dual-channel DDR2 800/667MHz memory, 8Gb. Max.Enjoy a faster, smoother, more productive computing experience with capacity for up to 8Gb of DDR2 memory!



7.1 Channel HD Audio8 channels of High Definition Surround sound turn your PC into a true multi-media centre; enjoy movies, music and games greater audio quality. Intel HD Audio delivers multiple audio channels in your PC so you can listen to two different streams simultaneously in two seperate rooms.



Gigabit LAN interface provides for high-speed network connections, with a data transfer rate up to 1000Mb/s - ideal for streaming multi-media content online.



RAID 0, 1, 5, 0+1 with Intel® Matrix Storage TechnologyEasy configuration of RAID disk set-ups for improved performance; separate performance data (e.g. games), and valuable data (e.g. O/S) for best performance and security solution.



Intel® Rapid Recover enables easy and automatic back-up of data , with the capability to immediately recovery lost files.


2 IEEE1394a (FireWire) connectors provide convenient and fast 400Mb/s data transfer


4 SATAII connectors provide for fast, reliable and adaptable storage capability.


A total of 12* USB2.0 ports (4 rear-mounted) allow you to connect a huge range of devices.



Windows Vista™ Premium CertifiedMicrosoft Windows Vista™ is designed to dramatically improve the computing experience of every kind of PC user—from people at home who use their PCs for simple web browsing, to business people who must organize and act on large volumes of data, to scientists who routinely perform complex mathematical analysis. More Foxconn's products support latest Window Vista please see here.



With a dedicated on-board FoxOne™ chipset and specialist control software working in tandem, FoxOne™ brings intelligent system controls to your PC. Now you can easily tweak your system performance with a range of Windows and BIOS accessible controls, monitor performance and system temperatures, and activate preset performance modes.



On/off/reset buttons are located directly on the motherboard PCB, so you can easily start and reset your system whilst testing it on the workbench.


Quickly and easily update your system and drivers through the easy Windows-based FoxLiveUpdate utility.


Colour-coded EasyPin headers enable quick connection of internal devices.