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Intel Core i7 Power Efficiency, Overclocking, and More Information

Intel has been well-deserving of respect in the PC hardware industry since the introduction of the first Core microarchitecture, and their new Nehalem (Core i7) processors continue the trend of high performance that Intel has established. The Core i7 processors are a significant release, especially important to those working in video editing, video encoding, and 3D rendering.

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Alienware M17 Gaming Notebook

Alienware’s latest M17 gaming notebook is feature-packed with ATI CrossFire multi-GPU technology (ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3870 GPUs), Intel’s first mobile quad-core CPU (Core 2 Extreme QX9300), up to 4GB of DDR3 RAM, as much as 1TB disk storage (via dual 500GB HDDs in a RAID0 configuration), enhanced sound system (two speakers, with a built-in subwoofer), backlit keyboard, and much more.

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G.Skill Releases Triple-Channel DDR3 Memory Kits for Intel Core i7 Processors

Following in the footsteps of the rest of the memory manufacturers, G.Skill Taiwan has today released its triple channel DDR3 memory kits designed for the next generation Intel Core i7 platform. G.Skill’s offerings of DDR3 performance RAM includes 3GB and 6GB triple-channel memory kits with DDR3 1333MHz and 1600MHz for enthusiasts, overclockers, gamers, and early-adopters.

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MSI X58 Eclipse Motherboard

The MSI X58 Eclipse motherboard is the next up for Intel’s Core i7 (Nehalem) processors. As with all LGA1366 X58 motherboards, it fully supports up to 24GB of triple channel, DDR3 RAM. The motherboard also boasts APS (Active Phase Switching), Drive Booster, and D-LED 2 (which displays debug messages during boot and system status messages during operation).

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MSI P45 Diamond Motherboard

If you’re looking for a P45 motherboard, the MSI P45 Diamond is an excellent choice. The Intel chipset (Eagle Lake) based motherboard is laced with incredible features, and is compatible with mostLGA775 processors, like the Intel Core 2 Quad, Core 2 Extreme, Core 2 Duo, Pentium Celeron Dual Core, and Celeron.

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GPU Accelerated Computing

As most here will know, GPU is short for graphics processing unit, a piece of hardware that is dedicated to rendering graphics. Years ago, when the personal computer first found its way into homes, dedicated GPUs did not exist. All graphics were displayed and manipulated by the CPU (the central processing unit). As a result, only primitive images could be displayed, without performance issues. It wasn’t until the 1980s that the first dedicated GPU was invented.

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Hardcore Computer Reactor Custom PC

Hardcore Computer is a manufacturer of high-end custom computers. Their latest offering is the Reactor model. The system boasts the current most powerful components, including a Core 2 Extreme processor, up to 8GB of DDR3 RAM, up to three GeFoce GTX 280 GPUs, Creative Labs X-Fi audio, Wi-Fi antenna options, CMOS battery and BIOS reset switches, and much more. However, what makes this system stand out the most from other custom computer options is the fact that all the heat-producing hardware components are completely immersed in a custom dielectric fluid (Core Coolant).

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Century Japan 4.3″ USB LCD Monitor and Photo Frame

Century Japan has released a handy 4.3″ USB LCD monitor. The unit is designed as a secondary display. Imagine you’ve been hard at work all day, but you’re expecting a specific email or IM. You’re tired, and want to go sit in the recliner you have in the room. Rather than having to pop up to your desk every time you hear your email/IM notification sound, just look over at the small LCD display sitting beside you.

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Compwnent USB Classic NES Controller

Here at Gadget Advisor, we are big fans of the classic Nintendo games, such as Dragon Warrior, Final Fantasy, and Super Mario Bros series. When you have played a certain gaming console more than any other, you get used to its controller. For those most comfortable with the classic NES controller, the Compwnent USB Nintendo NES Controller is ideal for PC game-play.

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Razer Lycosa Mirror Special Edition and Razer Arctosa Gaming Keyboards

Both of the new Razer keyboards are powered by the same advanced and powerful technology/features used in the popular Razer Lycosa. The Razer Lycosa Mirror Edition keyboard differs with the addition of a high-gloss mirror finish and enhanced backlighting. The Razer Arctosa, on the other hand, offers a more minimal approach as a basic version of the original Razer Lycosa.