MSI, a global designer of different PC hardware items, updated its ATX motherboards line with a new model X79A-GD45 Plus. As it’s seen from the codename, the board is based on Intel X79 Express system logics and is estimated for the integration of Intel Sandy Bridge-E CPUs for LGA2011 socket. According to preliminary information, a recommended price for the new item will fluctuate within the measures of $200-$250.



Motherboard X79A-GD45 Plus from MSI is furnished with 9-phase power subsystem and two heatsinks of different framework template. This subsystem has been developed with the implementation of DrMOS II technology relied on high-quality components which comply with Military Class III concept. Those components totally correspond to MIL-STD-810G standard in terms of stability and reliability of operation. Memory subsystem consists of eight 240-contact DIMM slots that allow for the integration of up to 128GB of 4-channel DDR3 memory type. The system supports various …

Power Supplies form factor SFX are usually positioned as solutions for office and HTPC systems, that is why its design is often monotonous. In this regard, a new block of SilverStone Strider ST45SF-G stands out from the competition with detachable cables in a nylon sheath and colored in black casing.



Despite its compact dimensions (125x100x63, 5 mm), power supply produces up to 450 watts of constant power at an efficiency of 88% to 92% in the networks of 230 V. It is noteworthy that the kit includes an adapter to install Strider ST45SF-G in the chassis type Mid-Tower (ATX).


Cooling of PSU is provided by 80-mm fan with support for automatic speed control. In addition, the unit has active PFC, single cable PCI-E Power on (6 +2) and two contacts at the 6-pin. Allowed not more than three per cent of deviation from the standard voltage of +12 V, +5 V and +3.3 V.


A detailed description of the new models is available on the manufacturer's website. SilverStone Strider ST45SF-G …

The company Rain Computers, a well-known developer of high-performance audio, video and graphics workstations, has released the second version of its popular product Event Mini Audio Computer called Event A2. The computer, which cost starts from the amount of $ 799, is intended solely for the creators of musical works.



Like its predecessor, Event A2 runs on dual-core or quad processors manufactured by AMD, which provide high performance. In addition, the integrated graphics processor Radeon HD allows to enjoy a good quality of visual effects.


Like most products of production Rain, Computer Event A2 is tested and certified to work with most popular software and audio equipment (such as Pro Tools, FL Studio and Cubase).


Among the features of the second generation of PC Event series include the availability of more powerful quad processor with a frequency of 2.6 GHz, the possibility of increasing the amount of RAM up to 16 GB (1600 MHz), high-speed solid-state drive …