MAINGEAR Introduces an ION Green Gaming PC
MAINGEAR has just released info regarding its green gaming PC dubbed the Pulse. The Pulse is a highly upgradable desktop PC that uses NVIDIA’s ION chipset. Unlike most ION systems we have seen so far, the Pulse has the option to use upgraded graphics cards and not the GeForce 9400. Also, Maingear gives you the ability to use a desktop class CPU like Intel’s Core 2 series. An interesting strategy to market something “Green” to the gaming community who are not traditionally eco-friendly when it comes to their gaming rigs. The Pulse is now on sale starting at $799, so head on over to Maingear to check it out.
TECH SPECS:
OS
-Windows Vista Home Premium (32-Bit, 64-Bit)
-Windows Vista Ultimate (32-Bit, 64-Bit)
-Windows XP Professional Edition (32-Bit) SP3
CPU
- Intel Core 2 Duo E7500 (2.93GHz x 2) 45nm 3MB L2 Cache
- Intel Core 2 Duo E8600 (3.33GHz x 2) 45nm 6MB L2 Cache
- Intel Core 2 Quad Q8200s (2.33GHz x 4) 45nm 4MB L2 Cache
- Intel Core 2 Quad Q9400s( 2.64GHz x 4) 45nm 6MB L2 Cache
CHIPSET
-NVIDIA ION-based GeForce 9300 Motherboard by Zotac
MEMORY
-Up to 8GB Dual Channel DDR2 Memory (2 Dedicated DIMM Slots)
Standard Single GPU Graphics Cards
-NVIDIA GeForce 9300
-NVIDIA GeForce 9600 GT 512MB ECO
-NVIDIA GeForce 9800 GT 512MB ECO
-NVIDIA GeForce 9800 GT 1GB ECO
Single Hard Drive
-7200 RPM up to 16MB cache and 500GB storage
-SSD up to 160GB storage
Connectivity
-Integrated Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45
-Integrated 802.11b/g Wireless
-High-Definition 5.1 Surround Sound
Connectivity Front and Rear
-1x Auto-sensing headphone jack
-1x Auto-sensing microphone jack
-8 Hi-speed USB 2.0 ports
-1 HDMI Port
-1 SPDIF
-1 E-SATA port
-Lian Li PC-Q07
-Standard 80+ Certified 300-watt Micro ATX power supply
-Tool-less side panels
-Height: 11”
-Width: 7.62”
-Depth: 8.25”
-Weight: 8lbs
PRESS RELEASE:
Union, New Jersey – June 3rd, 2009 – MAINGEAR Computers, award-winning builders of high performance custom computers, is proud to announce the Pulse, a powerful, energy efficient small form factor PC based on NVIDIA ION graphics. The Pulse is the world’s first ION PC that can be upgraded with a GeForce GPU, offering consumers the flexibility to choose an economical, low power ION solution or an energy efficient, high performance configuration with GeForce.
The ION configuration is available with Intel Core 2 45nm processors and a 80+ Certified 300 watt power supply that is 80%+ efficient. This configuration is the smallest, most energy efficient gaming PC on the market today.
Serious gamers have the option of adding a GeForce 9800 GT ECO discrete graphics card that consumes 40% less power than a standard GeForce 9800 GT – available in both 512MB and 1GB configurations. This version of the Pulse is available with high performance, eco-conscious 65 watt Core 2 Quads.
Pulse also includes 802.11b/g wireless for optimal connectivity and eSata support for maximum expandability. Optional Blu-ray and TV Tuner make Pulse a phenomenal option for enjoyment in the living room.
“NVIDIA’s ION platform has opened up a new realm of possibility for small form factor PCs” said Wallace Santos, Founder and CEO of MAINGEAR. “By delivering a GeForce-upgradeable product, we are maximizing ION’s potential with high performance, energy efficient CPUs and GPUs to deliver a powerful and balanced computing solution in a sleek, inconspicuous design. It’s a tremendous option for the living room, a dorm, or for the kids.”
“The Maingear Pulse with NVIDIA graphics is perfect for anyone who wants a small, energy efficient, and stylish PC. With its NVIDIA ION-based motherboard, the Pulse delivers the best graphics solution available for low-power, small form factor designs” says Drew Henry, general manager of the desktop GPU business unit at NVIDIA. “By adding the GeForce 9800 GT ECO, gamers can enjoy superior performance in a design that saves both energy and space.”
For more information on how Pulse can radically change your computing experience including performance data and power consumption, please visit www.maingear.com/pulse. The base price for the Pulse is $799 and comes with MAINGEAR’s standard Lifetime Labor and Phone Support with 14-month hardware warranty and is backed by the best in-house support team in the country.
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