HP dx2040 powered by VIA processor

The cooperation between VIA Technologies, a leading supplier of power efficient x86 processor platforms and Hewlett-Packard, the world's leading supplier of computer systems, has been playing some interesting patterns, particularly the Mini 2133 laptop. But now it seems that the two are on the weather, as they have just announced the availability of the new VIA-powered HP Compaq dx2040 Micro Tower PC, a desktop PC computer designed for energy efficient computers for users in the Chinese computer market.

This is an important design win for VIA, which tries to promote their latest products, despite fierce competition leading chip makers such as Intel, AMD or NVIDIA.

"HP dx2040 is an excellent example of how our unique energy efficient VIA C7-D processor offers great value for companies and businesses," says Richard Brown, Vice President of Marketing, VIA Technologies, Inc. “Our scalable processor architectures enabling companies to their business, while power costs, the total expenditure and the impact on the environment.”

HP's new dx2040 computer system is designed in a robust Micro-ITX micro tower chassis and powered by VIA C7-D processor with a core speed of 1.8GHz. The whole system is based on VIA CN896 chipset and supports up to 4GB of DDR2 memory, while the integrated VIA Chrome 9 HC graphics chip to support DirectX 9.0 graphics. A number of configuration options available, while others include 10/100 Ethernet LAN, six USB 2.0 ports, a media card reader and a VIA Vinyl Audio 5.1 surround sound.

"At the heart of our strategy for 2009 is the adoption of innovative, energy-efficient technology VIA C7-D processor, helps us to add value to companies in emerging markets. The decision to our product line with HP dx2040 continued implementation of this strategy and create more long-term value for customers, "said Tony Chou, head of Commercial Desktop PC, PSG, and China HP.