Newb Computer Build
Newb Computer Build

You are using a version of Internet Explorer - I reccomend upgrading to any of: Google Chrome - Firefox - Safari - Opera

Posts Tagged: Intel Sandy Bridge

Intels Design Flaw: I am Disappointed

Posted by & filed under Newb Computer Build Articles.

Recently, Intel announced that there is a problem with the Cougar Point chipset family that is effecting SATA 3 Gb/s ports, which eventually can lead to their degradation. What this means is that over time SATA linked devices such as hard disks and DVD-drives would lose functionality when connected to these chipsets. If you purchased a P67, or H67 motherboard previous to this announcement, then you have an effected motherboard. Intel has said that this problem would be activated through temperature and voltage over time, and is estimated to effect approximately 5% of systems over a three year period. Intel has said that this will cost the company around $700 million in profit loss and replacement/repair costs.

This is a preview of Intels Design Flaw: I am Disappointed. Read the full post (291 words, 1 image, estimated 1:10 mins reading time)

The Intel Sandy Bridge Socket 1155 Platform

Posted by & filed under Newb Computer Build Articles.

Intel Core i7-2600K 3.4GHz LGA 1155 95W Quad-Core Desktop Processor

Intel Core i7 2600K

Finally the Sandy Bridge Socket 1155 Platform has been officially released, which is very exciting news for any computer enthusiast or user. The initial results are spewing all around the net, and they seem to be very good according to sites like Tom’s Hardware – The Sandy Bridge Review, bit-tec – Intel Sandy Bridge Review, and AnandTech – The Sandy Bridge Review: Intel Core i7-2600K, i5-2500K and Core i3-2100 Tested. I’m hoping to put together a bunch of builds / integrate the new Sandy Bridge processors into my previous builds as soon as I can, but until then you can check out what’s available for you to purchase below.

This is a preview of The Intel Sandy Bridge Socket 1155 Platform. Read the full post (310 words, 1 image, estimated 1:14 mins reading time)

Sandy Bridge Processors / MOBO’s Seen Early: Mistake?

Posted by & filed under Newb Computer Build Articles.

Sandy Bridge CPUEarlier this month it has been said that the new Intel Sandy Bridge processor line had been spotted at several retailers in Malasia according to Cheapree at Lowyat.net. Apparently the new Sandy Bridge processors were seen on Compuzones facebook page (like the screenshot seen below). The Sandy Bridge processors are officially supposed to be released at the Consumer Electronic Show in Las Vegas (CES 2011). I don’t really know what the deal is, but seems pretty hoax like to me, so think as you will. If these rumors or observations are true, it sure would be nice to see some early benchmarks right?

This is a preview of Sandy Bridge Processors / MOBO’s Seen Early: Mistake?. Read the full post (335 words, 2 images, estimated 1:20 mins reading time)