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P6T6 WS Revolution

mokane — Thu, 14 May 2009 17:09:51 +0800

P6T6 WS Revolution
New Era Workstation Engine for Superior Graphic & Computing Choices On Demand
Intel® Core™ i7 Processor Extreme Edition / Core™ i7 Processor / Xeon® 3500 Series Processor
Intel® X58 / ICH10R
Nvidia® nForce 200
6 PCI-E Gen2 x16 IO onboard
True @16 3-Way SLI
True 16+2 Power Phase Design
ASUS EPU 6-Engine & TurboV
ATI CrossFireX & NVIDIA SLI Support
2 onboard SAS ports
G.P. Diagnosis Card Bundled
ASUS Express Gate
100% High-quality Japan-made Conductive Polymer Capacitors!
VRM 5000hrs lifespan @105°C, 500,000hrs @65°C

True @16 3-Way SLI
The Best Graphic Performance you EVER have
The True @16 PCI-E Gen2 3-Way SLI will present you the fastest and the most reliable graphic performance you ever have when you are engaged in Mechanical/Architecture/Interior/Aircraft/Audio/Video Design or when you are playing games in leisure time.

6 PCI-E Gen2 x16
No matter what your preference is, six PCI-E Gen2 x16 Slots gives you the sufficient I/O interfaces to fulfill your demand for graphic or computing solution. You’ll be able to run both multi-GPU setups. The board features SLI/CrossFire on Demand technology, supporting up to three graphics cards in a 3-Way SLI or CrossFireX configuration. Whichever path you take, you can be assured of jaw-dropping graphics at a level previously unseen.
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CPU
Intel® Socket 1366 Core™ i7 Processor Extreme Edition/Core™ i7 Processor/
LGA1366 socket for Intel® Xeon® processor 3500 Series
LGA1366 socket for Intel® Xeon® processor E5502/E5504/E5506
Supports Intel® Dynamic Speed Technology
*Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list
Memory
6 x DIMM, Max. 24 GB, DDR3 2000(O.C.)*/1866(O.C.)*/1800(O.C.)*/1600(O.C.)/1333/1066 ECC,Non-ECC,Un-buffered Memory
Triple channel memory architecture
Support Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
*Hyper DIMM (DDR3 1800MHz or above) support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs.
**Refer to www.asus.com. Or user manual for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendor Lists.)
*** ECC memory support requires Intel® Nehalem-WS 1S W3500 series or Nehalem-EP E5502/E5504/E5506 processors
Expansion Slots
2 x PCIe 2.0 x16 slots (at x16 or x8 mode)
1 x PCIe 2.0 x16 slots (at x16 mode)
2 x PCIe 2.0 x16 slots (at x8 mode)
1 x PCIe 2.0 x16 slot (at x4 mode)
* True @ x16 3-Way SLI™ in slots 1, 3 and 5 when slots 2 and 4 are not occupied

Multi-GPU Support
Supports NVIDIA 2-Way and 3-Way SLITM techonology
Supports ATI CrossFireXTM technology, up to Quad CrossFireXTM

Storage
Intel ICH10R controller
6 xSATA 3 Gb/s ports Intel® Matrix Storage supporting SATA RAID 0, 1, 10, and 5
Marvell 88SE6320 SAS controller
2 x SAS ports supporting SAS RAID 0, 1, 10*
Marvell 88SE6121 SATA controller
2 xExternal SATA 150/300 (SATA On-the-G0), supporting SATA RAID 0, 1, 10, and 5**
* A SAS expander (excluded in package) is required while using RAID 10 on SAS ports.
** A port-multiplier (excluded in package) is required while using RAID 5 or 10 on eSATA ports.
***Due to the Windows XP/ Vista limitation, the RAID array with the total capacity over 2TB cannot be set as a boot disk. A RAID array over 2TB can only be set as a data disk only. For more information, please refer to http://support.microsoft.com/kb/946557/en-us
LAN

2 x Realtek 8111C Dual Gb LAN Support Teaming Technology

RM1699.00

ASUS P6T WS Professional

mokane — Thu, 14 May 2009 16:54:20 +0800

P6T WS Professional
New Era Workstation Engine with multi storage solutions
Intel® Socket 1366 Core™ i7 Processor Extreme Edition/Core™ i7 Processor/
LGA1366 socket for Intel® Xeon® processor 3500 Series
LGA1366 socket for Intel® Xeon® processor E5502/E5504/E5506
Intel® X58 / ICH10R
True 16+2 Power Phase Design
ASUS EPU 6-Engine & TurboV
ATI CrossFireX & NVIDIA SLI Support
2 onboard SAS ports
PCI-X Architecture
G.P. Diagnosis Card Bundled
ASUS Express Gate
100% High-quality Japan-made Conductive Polymer Capacitors!
VRM 5000hrs lifespan @105°C, 500,000hrs @65°C

Memory
6 x DIMM, Max. 24 GB, DDR3 2000(O.C.)*/1866(O.C.)*/1800(O.C.)*/1600(O.C.)/1333/1066 ECC,Non-ECC,Un-buffered Memory
Triple channel memory architecture
Support Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
*Hyper DIMM (DDR3 1800MHz or above) support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs.
**Refer to www.asus.com. Or user manual for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendor Lists.)
*** ECC memory support requires Intel® Nehalem-WS 1S W3500 series or Nehalem-EP E5502/E5504/E5506 processors
Expansion Slots
2 x PCIe 2.0 x16 (at x16 / x16 mode)
1 x PCIe x1
1 x PCI 2.2
2 x PCI-X

Multi-GPU
Support Supports NVIDIA® 2-Way or Quad-GPU SLI™ Technology*
Supports ATI® CrossFireX™ Technology
* SLI support may need driver update. Visit www.asus.com for more details.

Storage
Intel ICH10R controller
6 xSATA 3 Gb/s ports
Intel® Matrix Storage Support RAID 0,1,5,10
Marvell 88SE6320 SAS controller
2 x SAS ports supporting SAS RAID 0, 1, 10*
Marvell 88SE6121 SATA controller
2 xExternal SATA 150/300 (SATA On-the-G0), supporting SATA RAID 0, 1, 10, and 5**

* A SAS expander (excluded in package) is required while using RAID 10 on SAS ports.
** A port-multiplier (excluded in package) is required while using RAID 5 or 10 on eSATA ports.
***Due to the Windows XP/ Vista limitation, the RAID array with the total capacity over 2TB cannot be set as a boot disk. A RAID array over 2TB can only be set as a data disk only. For more information, please refer to http://support.microsoft.com/kb/946557/en-us
LAN 2 x Realtek® 8111C PCIe Dual Gigabit LAN controllers - Support teaming function

RM1399.00

ASUS P6T7 WS SuperComputer

mokane — Tue, 12 May 2009 20:02:26 +0800

P6T7 WS SuperComputer
Ultimate Supercomputing Solution for CUDA Parallel Programming
Intel® Core™ i7 Processor and Xeon® processor supported
Nvidia® nForce 200 X2
CUDA Parallel computing supported
7 PCI-E Gen2 x16 IO onboard
ATI CrossFireX & NVIDIA Geforce SLI Support

ASUS Workstation Exclusive Features

CUDA parallel computing power supported
The motherboard will achieve outstanding and dependable performance in the role of a Personal Supercomputer when working in tangent with discrete CUDA technology—providing unprecedented return on investment. Users can count on up to 4 CUDA cards(One of them should be Quadro graphic card) that are plugged into P6T7 WS SuperComputer for intensive parallel computing on tons of data, which delivers nearly 4 teraflops of performance. It is the best choice to work as a personal supercomputer on your desk instead of a computer cluster in a room.

7 PCI-E Gen2 x16
No matter what your preference is, seven PCI-E Gen2 x16 Slots gives you the sufficient I/O interfaces to fulfill your demand for graphic or computing solution. You’ll be able to run both multi-GPU setups. The board features SLI/CrossFire on Demand technology, not only supporting up to three graphics cards in a 3-Way Geforce SLI or CrossFireX configuration but also supporting up to four dual-GPU graphics cards. Whichever path you take, you can be assured of jaw-dropping graphics at a level previously unseen.

ASUS Heartbeat
Brightly and vividly lighting LEDs shine around the ASUS brand name on the motherboard after successful booting process. With the breath-like deep blue lighting shining in regular tempo, ASUS Heartbeat makes the motherboard as vivid as life.

SAS Onboard
P6T7 WS SuperComputer provides users with onboard SAS ports to support for hard drive upgration flexibility. SAS hard drive has safer, faster and more reliability for data trasfer and storage.

ASUS SASsaby Card Support
This motherboard is fully compatible with ASUS SAS card (the SASsaby card series, optional). Faster, safer and more stable, SAS will provide users with a better choice for storage expansion and upgrade needs.
Diag. LED
Diag. LED checks key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA card, and HDD) in sequence during motherboard booting process. If an error is found, the LED next to the error device will continue lighting until the problem is solved. This usr-friendly design provides an intuitional way to locate the root problem within a second.

4 PCIe x16 link for 3-way SLI
The Best Graphic Performance you EVER have
The 4 PCIe run on the speed of 16 links gives you the fastest and the most reliable 3-Way SLI graphic performance you ever have when you are engaged in Mechanical/Architecture/Interior/Aircraft/Audio/Video Design or when you are playing games in leisure time.

G.P. Diagnosis Card (bundled)
Bundled with the P6T7 WS SuperComputer motherboard, the G.P. Diagnosis card assists users in system checking by effortlessly and quickly providing precise system checks right after they switch on their PCs.

CPU, Chipset and Graphics features

LGA1366 Intel® Core™ i7 Processor Extreme Edition/Core™ i7 Processor
This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™7 processors in LGA1366 package with integrated memory controller to support 3-channel (6 DIMMs) DDR3 memory. Supports Intel® QickPath Interconnect (QPI) with a system bus of up to 6.4GT/s and a max bandwidth of up to 25.6GB/s. Intel® Core™7 processor is one of the most powerful and energy efficient CPUs in the world.

PCIe 2.0
This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 devices for double speed and bandwidth which enhances system performance.

ATI CrossFireX Technology
ATI’s CrossFireX boosts image quality along with rendering speed, eliminating the need to scale down screen resolutions to get the high image quality you want. CrossFire ignites with the higher antialiasing, anisotropic filtering, shading, and texture settings you desire. Adjust your display configurations, experiment with your advanced 3D settings, and check the effect with a real-time 3D-rendered preview within ATI’s Catalyst™ Control Center to rule your CrossFireX system.

SLI Technology
NVIDIA SLI™ (Scalable Link Interface) takes advantage of the increased bandwidth of the PCI Express bus architecture and features intelligent hardware and software that allows two GPUs to efficiently work together to deliver earth-shattering, scalable performance. For some applications nearly 2X performance! (From www.NVIDIA.com)
LGA1366 Intel® Xeon® processor
This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Xeon processors in LGA1366 package with integrated memory controller to support 3-channel (6 DIMMs) DDR3 memory. Supports Intel® QickPath Interconnect (QPI) with a system bus of up to 6.4GT/s and a max bandwidth of up to 25.6GB/s. It can support DDR3 ECC un-buffered memory.

X58 Chipset
The Intel® X58 Express Chipset is the latest chipset designed to support latest Intel® Core™7 processors and Intel´s next generation system interconnect interface, Intel® QuickPath Interconnect (QPI), providing improved performance by utilizing serial point-to-point links, allowing increased bandwidth and stability. It also supports to 36 PCI Express 2.0 lanes providing better graphic performance.

CUDA Technology
NVIDIA® CUDA™ is a general purpose parallel computing architecture that leverages the parallel compute engine in NVIDIA graphics processing units (GPUs) to solve many complex computational problems in a fraction of the time required on a CPU.With over 100 million CUDA-enabled GPUs sold to date, thousands of software developers are already using the free CUDA software development tools to solve problems in a variety of professional and home applications – from video and audio processing and physics simulations, to oil and gas exploration, product design, medical imaging, and scientific research(From www.NVIDIA.com).

Memory Features

Triple-Channel DDR3 2000(O.C.)/1866(O.C.)/1800(O.C.)/1600(O.C.)/1333/1066
The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of 2000(O.C.) / 1866(O.C.) / 1800(O.C.) / 1600(O.C.) /1333 / 1066 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. The triple-channel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of your system memory to boost system performance.

ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution

ASUS EPU-6 Engine
System Level Energy Saving
The new ASUS EPU - the world´ s first power saving engine, has been upgraded to a new 6 engine version, which provides total system power savings by detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power in real-time. With auto phase switching for components (which includes the CPU, VGA card, memory, chipset, drives and system fan), the EPU automatically provides the most appropriate power usage via intelligent acceleration and overclocking - helping save power and money.

ASUS TurboV
Feel the adrenaline rush of real-time OC - now a reality with the ASUS TurboV. This extreme OC tool lets you set new ambitions on the OC stage with an advanced and easy-to-use interface - allowing you to overclock without exiting or rebooting the OS. With micro adjustments of the CPU PLL, NB, NB-PCIe, and DRAM voltages in 0.02v intervals, there are no limits - only extreme results to break new OC records!

Best Quality Power Components
100% High-quality Japan-made Conductive Polymer Capacitors!(5000 hrs VRM)
Low RDS (on) MOSFETs with min. switching loss & lower temperature, Ferrite Core chokes with lower hysteresis loss, and 100% Japan-made high quality, long life conductive polymer capacitors.
ASUS True 16+2 Phase Power Design
The breakthrough technology of 16+2 phase VRM design is bringing to the ASUS motherboards. 16+2 phase power design (16-phase to vCore; 2-phase to vDRAM/QPI controller inside CPU) can reach high power efficiency, dispel heat generated by VRM module effectively, and lower more temperature compared to other VRM solution. With the high quality power components such as low RDS (on) MOSFETs, Ferrite core chokes with lower hysteresis loss, and 100% Japan-made high quality conductive polymer capacitors, ASUS 16+2 phase VRM design also ensure longer component life, minimum power loss, and help to reach the superior overclocking score ever than before.

ASUS Express Gate
5 Secs Bootup to online
Taking only 5 seconds to go online from bootup, Express Gate is the one-stop gateway to instant fun! It´s a unique motherboard built-in OS. You can utilize the most popular Instant Messengers (IM) like MSN, Skype, Google talk, QQ, and Yahoo! Messenger to keep in touch with friends, or quickly check on the weather and e-mails just before leaving your house. What´s more, the user-friendly picture manager lets you view your pictures without entering Windows at anytime!

* The actual boot time is subject to hardware configurations and product models

ASUS Power Saving Solution

AI Nap
Minimize noise and power consumption when temporarily away!
With AI Nap, users can instantly snooze your PC without terminating the tasks. System will continue operating at minimum power and noise when user is temporarily away. It keeps downloading files or running applications in quietest state while you´re sleeping. Simply click keyboard or mouse, you can swiftly wake up the system in few seconds.

ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution

Up to 20°C(36°F) Cooler - Stack Cool 2
Effective Fanless Heat Dissipation at 0dB
Stack Cool 2 is a fanless cooling solution offered exclusively by ASUS. It effectively and noiselessly transfers heat generated by the critical components to the other side of the specially designed PCB (printed circuit board) for effective heat dissipation - making temperatures cooler by up to 20°C.

Fan Xpert
Active Quiet & Cool
ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows users to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speed according to different ambient temperature , which is caused by different climate conditions in different geographic regions and system loading.Built-in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment.
Aesthetic Heat-pipe
Lowers Temperatures by up to 10°C
The aesthetic heat-pipe design effectively directs the heat generated by the chipsets to the heatsink near the back I/O ports - where it can be carried away by existing airflows from the CPU or a bundled optional fan. This innovative and groundbreaking fanless heat pipe design effectively lowers temperatures by up to 10°C without having lifetime problems that a normal chipset fan has. Furthermore, it provides options for users to install side-flow fans or a passive cooler. This Heat Pipe design is the most reliable fanless thermal solution to date.

ASUS EZ DIY

Q- Shield
Easy and Comfortable Installations
The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without the usual "fingers" - making it convenient and easy to install. With better electric conductivity, it ideally protects your motherboard against static electricity and shields it against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI).

CrashFree BIOS 3
Simply restore corrupted BIOS data from USB flash disk
The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to restore corrupted BIOS data from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. This utility saves users the cost and hassle of buying a replacement BIOS chip.

O.C. Profile
Conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings
Freely share and distribute favorite overclocking settings
The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Profile that allows users to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. The BIOS settings can be stored in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to share and distribute their favorite overclocking settings.

Q-Connector
Make connection quick and accurate!
The ASUS Q-Connector allows you to connect or disconnect chassis front panel cables in one easy step with one complete module. This unique adapter eliminates the trouble of plugging in one cable at a time, making connection quick and accurate.

EZ-Flash 2
Simply update BIOS from a USB flash disk before entering the OS
EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. Simply launch this tool and update BIOS from a USB flash disk before entering the OS. You can update your BIOS only in a few clicks without preparing an additional floppy diskette or using an OS-based flash utility.

TPM
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys( for encryption/ decryption), digital certificates, passwords, and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity.

*The TPM module is purchased separately

ASUS Crystal Sound

Noise Filtering
Eliminate background noise while recording
This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises like computer fans, air conditioners, and other background noises then eliminates it in the incoming audio stream while recording.

Industry Standard

SATA on the Go
The motherboard supports the next-generation hard drives based on the Serial ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specification, delivering enhanced scalability and doubling the bus bandwidth for high-speed data retrieval and saves. The external SATA port located at the back I/O provides smart setup and hot-plug functions. Easily backup photos, videos and other entertainment contents on external devices.

Dual Gigabit LAN
The integrated dual Gigabit LAN design allows a PC to serve as a network gateway for managing traffic between two separate networks. This capability ensures rapid transfer of data from WAN to LAN without any added arbitration or latency.

High Definition Audio
Enjoy high-end sound system on your PC!
The onboard 8- channel HD audio (High Definition Audio, previously codenamed Azalia) CODEC enables high-quality 192KHz/24-bit audio output, jack-sensing feature, retasking functions and multi-streaming technology that simultaneously sends different audio streams to different destinations. You can now talk to your partners on the headphone while playing a multi- channel network games. All of these are done on one computer.

Dual RAID
The Intel ICH10R chipsets incorporate Six Serial ATA connectors with high performance RAID functions in RAID 0, 1, 10 and 5. The JMicron controller provides another two Serial ATA connectors for RAID 0, 1, and JBOD functions. This motherboard is the ideal solution to enhance hard disk performance and data back up protection without the cost of add-on cards.

IEEE 1394a interface
IEEE 1394a interface provides high speed digital interface for audio/video appliances such as digital television, digital video camcorders, storage peripherals & other PC portable devices.

S/PDIF-out on Back I/O Port
This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to external home theater audio systems via coaxial and optical S/PDIF-out (SONY-PHILIPS Digital Interface) jacks. It allows to transfer digital audio without converting to analog format and keeps the best signal quality.

RoHS

GreenASUS
The motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union´s Restriction on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). This is in line with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products and packaging to safeguard consumers´ health while minimizing the impact on the environment.

The product (electrical , electronic equipment, Mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.
1) All specifications are subject to change without notice. Please check with your supplier for exact offers. Products may not be available in all markets.
2) PCB color and bundled software versions are subject to change without notice.
3) Brand and product names mentioned are trademarks of their respective companies.

ASUS EeeTOP ET1602

mokane — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 13:46:43 +0800

EeeTop PC ET1602
Does it all at a Touch
Intuitive and interactive touchscreen PC
Versatile mobility anywhere at home
Connect to the Internet with ease, anytime, anywhere
Near-silent operation at just 26 dB
Exclusive touch-optimized software applications

You´ve got that magic touch.
Add a touch of fun to your home with the EeeTop PC, an easy-to-use one-stop desktop that puts the Internet at your fingertips—literally. It features a touch panel that allows you to do everything you can with a regular desktop by simply applying direct pressure on the screen with your fingertips!

One touch. Infinite possibilities.
With its touch-and-select interface and exclusive touch-optimized software, everyone in the family will find the EeeTop PC instantly easy to use! Scribbling memos to each other, surfing the Net, drawing custom emoticons during instant messaging—the possibilities are endless!

Easy to set up. Even easier to use. Everywhere at home.
Saying that the EeeTop PC needs to be set up is an exaggeration. All you have to do is plug the power cord into a socket, and it´s ready for use. Moving it about the house is virtually effortless!

The EeeTop PC is also the perfect computer for beginners. It features an exclusive Easy Mode within Windows® that makes commonly-used applications easily accessible. Everyone will be running programs like experts in no time!

Small in size. Big in features.
The EeeTop PC may have the tiny footprint of a slim LCD monitor, but it is massive in terms of features. Among its rich complement of features are Wi-Fi 802.11n connectivity for speedy and reliable Internet access, and an integrated 1.3 megapixel web camera and microphone for convenient web conferencing.

Designed for life.
The EeeTop PC is clearly user-friendly. But is it also home and earth-friendly? You bet it is. Its svelte design allows it to fit into the most space-starved of settings, and its sleek, modern looks allow it to blend in nicely with contemporary interiors. It operates at a hushed 26 dB* and yet remains extremely cool, thanks to its unique cooling system, collectively known as ASUS Tranquiller Technology.

Top-notch entertainment at a touch.
With its sharp and vibrant widescreen (16:9) LCD, the EeeTop PC is a full-fledged entertainment center. Splendid™ Video Intelligence Technology ensures that the display remains vivid and clear regardless of environmental lighting, and SRS technology works in tandem with the EeeTop PC´s built-in high fidelity speakers to deliver crystal clear audio.

For added graphics power, the EeeTop PC ET1603 features a discrete ATI Mobility Radeon HD3450 graphics solution, enabling the system to run graphically-intensive 3D applications and games more fluidly.

Tying in all of the EeeTop PC´s multimedia capabilities is Eee Cinema, a rich-featured multimedia center that will enhance your enjoyment of photos, videos, music and movies. Eee Cinema puts the ability to browse, select and play all of your media at your fingertips.

* In idle mode. As a point of reference, EeeTop PC ET16 Series touchscreen computers (26 dB) are virtually as quiet as unoccupied broadcast studios (20 dB).

ASUS EeeTop Official Site

Market Price : >> RM2499.00

ASUS Z8NA-D6 (Dual 1366 Socket in ATX)- (Nehalem)

mokane — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 13:06:53 +0800

Asus Shows Off Dual Socket 1366 Motherboard

Asus is shaking things up in the netbook world, but it hasn't forgotten about the enthusiast crowd.

The Taiwanese computer giant showed off its newest motherboard. Dubbed the Z8NA-D6, this newest mainboard will allow for two LGA1366 processors to be used in the same system.

Asus also claims that at 12-inches by 9.6-inches, the Z8NA-D6 is the world's first dual socket ATX motherboard, which allows for it to be used in virtually any ATX computer case (note: Intel's Skulltrail is an Extended ATX mobo). The power connector is another point of interest. The 24+8 pin connection allows for both ATX and SSI power supplies to be used, the latter of which is traditionally used in servers.

The motherboard is based on Intel's 5500+ICH10R chipset, and can support all 1366 processors, including the upcoming Xeon 5500s. Supported memory includes up to 48 GB of RDIMM or 24 GB of UDIMM, with ECC support. The one shortcoming of this board is the lack of PCIe 2.0 x16 slots. With only one on the Z8NA-D6, you can forget about any sort of SLI or Crossfire setup. As for other expansion slots, the Z8NA-D6 comes with two PCIe x8 slots, one PIKE slot, and a PCIe x1 slot, which will likely be used for a soundcard. Like any other Asus mobo, expect this one to come with RAID software already included on the board.

First Dual 1366 Socket in 12” x 9.6” ATX Form Factor

Dual 1366 Socket in ATX Z8NA-D6 is designed in ATX form factor, namely 12” x 9.6”, which is the first slim size Dual Processor server & workstation motherboard in the market and can be fitted in your desktop PC chassis for cost-effective use.

Support ATX (Desktop) and SSI (Server) Power Supply Z8NA-D6 is built with 24+8pin power connector to support both SSI & ATX power supply, the former is suitable for best performance & expandability use, and the latter for cost effective usage, whose price is much lower than that of SSI power supply.

Dual Use for Server & Entry Workstation Z8NA-D6 support PCI-E Gen2 x16 (x16 link) not only for I/O but graphic card as well. With optional MIO audio card, Z8NA-D6 becomes a just enough Workstation for cost –sensitive SMB & SOHO.

Reliable Data ProtectionZ8NA-D6 is built with 6-port SATAII to support RAID 0, 1, 10, 5 (from Intel Matrix Storage and for Windows only), and RAID 0, 1, 10 from LSI® MegaRAID, for Linux/Windows. Moreover, Z8NA-D6 supports optional SAS RAID cards, which are PIKE 1064E/1068E (RAID 0, 1, 1E), PIKE 1078 (H/W RAID 5, 6, 50, 60), and PIKE 6480 (RAID 0, 1, 10, 5).

Z8NA-D6 PIKE, ASMB4-iKVM, LSI Mega RAID - OKAY
Z8NA-D6C PIKE, ASMB4-iKVM, LSI Mega RAID - NOT Available

[addedon]April 15, 2009, 1:23 pm[/addedon]

QUOTE(mokane @ Apr 15 2009, 01:06 PM)

Asus Shows Off Dual Socket 1366 Motherboard

Asus is shaking things up in the netbook world, but it hasn't forgotten about the enthusiast crowd.

The Taiwanese computer giant showed off its newest motherboard. Dubbed the Z8NA-D6, this newest mainboard will allow for two LGA1366 processors to be used in the same system.

Asus also claims that at 12-inches by 9.6-inches, the Z8NA-D6 is the world's first dual socket ATX motherboard, which allows for it to be used in virtually any ATX computer case (note: Intel's Skulltrail is an Extended ATX mobo). The power connector is another point of interest. The 24+8 pin connection allows for both ATX and SSI power supplies to be used, the latter of which is traditionally used in servers.

The motherboard is based on Intel's 5500+ICH10R chipset, and can support all 1366 processors, including the upcoming Xeon 5500s. Supported memory includes up to 48 GB of RDIMM or 24 GB of UDIMM, with ECC support. The one shortcoming of this board is the lack of PCIe 2.0 x16 slots. With only one on the Z8NA-D6, you can forget about any sort of SLI or Crossfire setup. As for other expansion slots, the Z8NA-D6 comes with two PCIe x8 slots, one PIKE slot, and a PCIe x1 slot, which will likely be used for a soundcard. Like any other Asus mobo, expect this one to come with RAID software already included on the board.
First Dual 1366 Socket in 12” x 9.6” ATX Form Factor

Dual 1366 Socket in ATX Z8NA-D6 is designed in ATX form factor, namely 12” x 9.6”, which is the first slim size Dual Processor server & workstation motherboard in the market and can be fitted in your desktop PC chassis for cost-effective use.

Support ATX (Desktop) and SSI (Server) Power Supply Z8NA-D6 is built with 24+8pin power connector to support both SSI & ATX power supply, the former is suitable for best performance & expandability use, and the latter for cost effective usage, whose price is much lower than that of SSI power supply.

Dual Use for Server & Entry Workstation Z8NA-D6 support PCI-E Gen2 x16 (x16 link) not only for I/O but graphic card as well. With optional MIO audio card, Z8NA-D6 becomes a just enough Workstation for cost –sensitive SMB & SOHO.
Reliable Data ProtectionZ8NA-D6 is built with 6-port SATAII to support RAID 0, 1, 10, 5 (from Intel Matrix Storage and for Windows only), and RAID 0, 1, 10 from LSI® MegaRAID, for Linux/Windows. Moreover, Z8NA-D6 supports optional SAS RAID cards, which are PIKE 1064E/1068E (RAID 0, 1, 1E), PIKE 1078 (H/W RAID 5, 6, 50, 60), and PIKE 6480 (RAID 0, 1, 10, 5).

Z8NA-D6 PIKE, ASMB4-iKVM, LSI Mega RAID - OKAY
Z8NA-D6C PIKE, ASMB4-iKVM, LSI Mega RAID - NOT Available
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Speedtest and 3D Mark will be post once the sample is on my hand by this month.