Gigabyte is glad to announce a real godsend to advanced gaming or business-oriented systems in the shape of its newest mainboard. The X299 Aorus Ultra Gaming Pro model is developed in ATX form-factor. It is based on Intel X299 chipset, supporting Intel Core X CPUs for Socket LGA2066 platforms. The core is accompanied by 8-DIMM slots for the installation of up to 128 GB DDR4-4400 MHz memory which is able to operate in 4-channel mode.



Gigabyte X299 Aorus Ultra Gaming Pro motherboard offers the possibility to install RDIMM memory modules; their volume might be increased up to 512 GB. Storage subsystem consists of three M.2 Socket 3 connectors as well as eight SATA 6 Gb/sec ports. Expansion facilities are ensured by 5x PCI Express x16 slots; all of them are predestined for powerful graphics adapters (3-way configurations). The PCB brags about Dual Armor, Ultra Durable and Server-class Digital Power design.  


Network subsystem is introduced by Intel I219-V LAN controller …

Envision can’t be called a well-known brand label, though it enters into the group of companies headed by Gigabyte. Despite this fact, the manufacturer tries to offer its potential customers only worthy and outstanding products. Let’s have a look at one of its latest developments – monitor model Envision H2776MHAL.



General Specifications


The first two things that catch the eye in monitor Envision H2776MHAL are display dimensions and panel type. The display features 27 inch dimensions, 16:9 aspect ratio, and 1920x1080 pixels resolution. The model is based on MVA panel type equipped with a power-saving LED backlit. Its response time equals to 12 ms. The integration of such panel is thought to provide for the highest image qualities which are manifested through the following parameters:

— display brightness: 300 cd/m2;

— viewing angles: 178/178 degrees (down and across);

— contrast: static – 5000:1, dynamic – 50 million to 1;

— number of …

Western Digital announces a new high-capacity 3.5-inch HDD for data centers. The WD Re+ will be available in versions of up to 6 TB. All of them are designed with power-saving ideas in mind; hence, their maximal power consumption index does not go above 6 W. The new-comer employs five-platter architecture and SATA 6 Gb/sec interface that guarantees the maximal efficiency level. Moreover, its MTBF index approximates 1.2 million hours on average workload index of 550 TB per year.



The WD Re+ is distinguished by the following advantages:

— the incorporation of dual actuator positioning system that improves the drive’s working efficiency;

— the implementation of RAFF technology that monitors HDD parameters in real time and compensates for the linear and angular vibration;

— the employment of StableTrac technology that reduces vibrations and stabilizes drive platters;

— the usage of TLER technology that prevents latencies or an abrupt destruction of RAID … …