Right after the release of FM2-A75MA-P33 motherboard, MSI has taken a decision to design one more model for AMD Trinity platform. Codenamed MSI FM2-A85XMA-E35, a new model is based on a more efficient chipset – AMD A85X. This motherboard is a typical representative of entry-level solutions, though can boast a number of attractive facilities.



MSI FM2-A85XMA-E35 is developed in micro-ATX form-factor for Socket FM2 CPU sockets. The model is known to support AMD A and Athlon II processors. This board accommodates two DIMM slots for the installation of DDR3 memory modules, the overall volume of which can rise up to 32GB. The supported memory operating frequencies might vary: DDR3-1066 MHz, 1333MHz, 1600 MHz, 1866 MHz, and 2133 MHz. Power subsystem features a rather unpretentious framework and consists of five phases; thus, this model isn't intended for overclocking purposes.


Expansion facilities implemented in MSI FM2-A85XMA-E35 can be found in any other entry-level …

On its 25th anniversary Cooler Master decided to renovate one of their most popular model of cases Cosmos II and created their new star Cosmos II 25th Anniversary Edition. Despite the fact that the new case is based on the old one, it is a separate model with new modern updates and features. One of the most obvious distinction is the bent glass side panels. Lets take a closer look at this new device.


Packaging and Contents


Your Cosmos II 25th Anniversary Edition comes in a carton box with several images of the case on each side. The device is fully protected inside the box by twо thіck Styrоfоаm spаcеrs аnd a plаstіc bаg. Packaging is done according to all standards and in a classic manner of Cooler Master.


Inside the box you can find a detаilеd mаnuаl tоgеthеr wіth аll nеcеssаry scrеws аnd a munіfіcеnt supply of cаble tiеs. Bеsidеs аll thаt, yоu gеt cаblе mаnаgеmеnt bіts, alоngsіde rаіls fоr lіquіd cооling, a …

Chieftec has recently introduced four new power supply units, replenishing Smart series. The series is supplemented by GPS-400A8, GPS-500A8, GPS-600A8 and GPS-700A8 models. It should be stated that all the models are targeted only at European customers, since their specifications allow the connection only with 220V-230V networks. Those PSUs are also directed at average customers rather than gamers due to the company's plans to expand its horizons.



The major distinction between the upcoming models is their power that fluctuates in the measures of 400W and 700W. All PSUs are developed in PS2 form-factor and correspond to the ATX 2.3 international standard. Their casings have got black coloring and are characterized by non-modular design. The length of cables reaches 80 cm that is enough for the connection with various devices. Moreover, efficiency level of Smart series exceeds 80%. At the same time, all the models conform to the major environmental guidelines.


The PSUs are …