Noctua offers free AM2 Upgrade-Kits for NH-U12 and NH-U9 users

Vienna, July 12th 2006 - After the introduction of the new AM2 socket for AMD CPUs, Noctua offers a free upgrade for all users of the award winning NH-U12 and NH-U9 CPU coolers. AM2 Upgrade-Kits can be ordered at www.noctua.at with immediate effect.

"Many of our customers are PC enthusiasts seeking to keep up-to-date with the newest technology. As a manufacturer of premium quality products, we feel committed to strive for the highest possible degree of compatibility with the newest standards not only in the area of development but also regarding products which are already on the market.", explains Mag. Roland Mossig, Noctua CEO. "That's why we decided to offer free AM2 Upgrade-Kits for our coolers."

Originally designed for Socket 478, LGA & K8 (754, 939, 940), the NH-U12 and NH-U9 coolers are now fully AM2 compatible thanks to the AM2 Upgrade Kit. In order to install the coolers on AMDs new socket, both the parts supplied with the kit and several parts supplied with the cooler are required.

Owners of the NH-U12 and NH-U9 cooler can order an Upgrade-Kit for free at www.noctua.at.

About Noctua
Noctua arises from a cooperation between the Austrian Rascom Computerdistribution Ges.m.b.H and the Taiwanese Kolink International Corporation and entertains a development partnership with the Austrian Institute of Heat Transmission and Fan Technology (Österreichisches Institut für Wärmeübertragung und Ventilatorentechnik, ÖIWV). These connections form the key to the development of sound-optimised premium components "Designed in Austria": The partnership with the ÖIWV permits the application of scientific measurement instrumentation, methods of calculation and simulation technology in the R&D process. Rascom's long, customer-oriented experience in developing and distributing sound-optimised high-end products ensures a clear focus on the users' needs. The use of Kolink's advanced manufacturing technology and ultra-modern production plants allows Noctua to efficiently implement its technical edge and provide solutions of the highest standard in quality and performance.