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Zotac rolls out the MAG series nettop systems

Written by IT News on 3:37 AM

Zotac, one of the largest video-ATI board partners, has recently announced the launch of its new portable computer systems, specifically designed to take advantage of the benefits and features that are integrated into the Ion NVIDIA's platform. The new series of desktop computer systems, named Zotac MAG, will be available with either a dual-core Atom 330 processor or a lower power, single-core Atom 230 processor. According to the company, the new series can be installed on a variety of ways and offers
end-users with the flexibility to choose their own operating systems Microsoft Windows XP to different versions of Linux.

"If users start to equip every room in their home computers for a true digital home experience, space and power conservation is an issue, particularly for larger homes," said Carsten Berger, marketing director, ZOTAC International. "The ZOTAC MAG-series, we are the ones who using a system that fits in a house somewhere. The compact size, performance and energy efficiency, the ZOTAC MAG perfect for all computer applications. We evaluated the market demand for small PC systems, and each user has different settings for their operating systems connected digital computers. by the end user to select the operating system they want, they are under control makes it the ideal digital home, which is linked to their wishes, "Mr. Berger added.

MAG ND01-HD is equipped with a dual-core Atom 330 processor, while MAG-NS01 HD is powered by a single-core Atom 230 processor. Apart from the two systems are almost the same. They are built on ION NVIDIA chipset platform and can be equipped with 2 GB of RAM, 160GB 5400 RPM 2.5-inch hard drive, 4-in-1 media card reader, eSATA port, gigabit Ethernet, integrated 802.11n connectivity. The unit can be mounted on a flat surface, standard on the back of the monitor with VESA mounting holes.

Unfortunately, the company has released few details about prices and availability of new nettop Zotac MAG.

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Zotac rolls out Atom 330-powered Mini-ITX ION motherboard

Written by IT News on 2:45 AM

Zotac, a known supplier of graphics cards and motherboards, the NVIDIA Ion platform to build a new HTPC-ready motherboards as a compact mini-ITX form factor boasts. In the note, the company is now preparing to offer users a new model, the same ion NVIDIA chipset, with the introduction of the new ION ITX Zotac F-series, aimed at the HTPC-ready features, but a sign says that lead to a little more performance, with the adoption of Intel's powerful dual-core Atom 330 processor.

"ZOTAC is always listening to customer requests for features. Did our end users ION-ITX motherboard series, but some called PCI Express. We have listened and thus ITX ZOTAC ION-F series was born," said Carsten Berger, marketing director, ZOTAC International. "Our engineers have managed to integrate PCI-Express x16 expansion without sacrificing one for the winning two functions. ITX ZOTAC ION-F series is a workhorse. The powerful graphics processor and dual-core processor, the ION-ITX F-series is ideal for home theater PC or a desktop computer, "Mr. Berger said.

As you might imagine, the ION Board of Directors based on Nvidia's chipset supports Intel dual-core Atom 330 processor. In addition to Mini-ITX board is also equipped with support for up to 4 GB of DDR2 RAM, with two DDR2-800 memory slots, three SATA 3Gbp / s ports, one eSATA, Gigabit Ethernet, integrated 802.11n wireless LAN, support for up to ten USB 2.0 ports, 6-channel HD Audio and built-in support for DirectX 10 and Shader Model 4.0 graphics, thanks to its integrated GeForce graphics chip. On the Connectivity page, you have your usual ports, but also HDMI, VGA and DI outputs with a wide choice for consumers.

Designed for HTPC and hobbies, the Board is expected to be available shortly, although there is one detail the specific date availability and prices.

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Mini-ITX board from Zotac, boasts NVIDIA GeForce 8200 mGPU

Written by IT News on 3:09 AM

If you are looking to build you a new computer system that combines a small format and the performance of some of the latest hardware on the market, you may be interested in one of Zotac latest motherboard, which has been designed on NVIDIA GeForce 8200 mGPU. One of the key elements of the recently introduced mobo is the mini-ITX form factor, which enables users and system builders equal to the support needed to build a performance-compatible, small PC.

"Generally computers are the future of graphics processors. The performance indicators gains with NVIDIA CUDA receiving applications is surprising GeForce series graphics processors. Our new ZOTAC GeForce 8200-ITX Wi-Fi enables users to take advantage of CUDA technology, while a small system Foot Print, "said Carsten Berger, marketing director, ZOTAC International.

As far as specifications go, the motherboard's chipset can provide their users with support for Socket AM2 processors, which means that they can benefit from some of the latest AMD processors on the market, and even by some of the upcoming 45nm-based phenom II models. With only two memory DIMMs, the Board can handle up to an impressive 8GB of DDR2 memory 800/1066, while only PCI-Express x16 slot will provide support for improved graphics, which will strengthen the Board's integrated.

Thanks to the built-in NVIDIA mGPU, the Zotac GeForce 8200-ITX board Wi-Fi may make it possible for out-of-the-box video support. Boasts an GPU core speed of 500 MHz, 16 Stream Processor clocked at 1200MHz, the integrated graphics processor will give users support Microsoft's DirectX 10 and OpenGL 2.1 APIs, and with NVIDIA's own technology, such as CUDA, Pure Video HD , Or PhysX.

"Although high-definition is the future of multimedia, we cannot help users with existing DVD collections. NVIDIA Pure Video HD technology enables us to deliver video processing which is useful for users who have standard and high definition content with our ZOTAC GeForce 8200-ITX Wi-Fi, "Mr. Berger added.

Additional features include an integrated 802.11 b / g Wi-Fi wireless module, which helps reduce the wiring needed for desktop systems.