Press Release: AM2 HTPC mobo from ECS

AntiM · 24-October-06, 10:08 AM

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

ECS Elitegroup Unveils GeForce6100SM-M Motherboard for the Home Theater PC Builders

-- Featuring the worldÃ‚â€™s first single-chip integrated graphics solution, the new Vista-ready AMD socket AM2 based motherboard delivers premium features and performance in one compact design --

Fremont, CA (October 24, 2006) Ã‚â€“ Elitegroup Computer Systems, Inc. (ECS^Ã‚Â®), the worldÃ‚â€™s leading motherboard, notebook and desktop PC manufacturer, today released GeForce6100SM-M motherboard featuring NVIDIA^Ã‚Â® GeForce^Ã‚Â® 6100 graphics processing unit (GPU) and nForce^Ã‚Â® 405 media and communications processor (MCP). Designed to support the latest AMDAthlon^Ã‚â„¢64 AM2^Ã‚Â® based processors, the new ECS Elitegroup GeForce6100SM-M motherboard features premium quality onboard 3D graphics, making it the industryÃ‚â€™s first integrated design for socket AM2. The GeForce 6100 GPU and the nForce 405 MCP are an innovative mix of north and south bridge chipsets on a single chip that represent a major achievement in integrated solutions. To the end-user consumers, this micro ATX RoHS compliant motherboard features a compact, highly expandable design that is also Microsoft^Ã‚Â® Vista Premium ready, allowing out of the box multimedia experience.

Compact and Potent Digital Home Solution
The GeForce6100SM-M supports AMD Athlon64 FX, Athlon 64 X2, Athlon 64, Sempron socket AM2 processors as well as AMDÃ‚â€™s new AM2 Energy efficient microprocessors. The nForce 405 MCP features DirectX 9 and Shader Model 3.0. Shader Model 3.0 enables users to experience fast graphics rendering, smooth video processing and clearer displays. State-of-the-art 2000 MT/s HyperTransportÃ‚â„¢ technology allows high-bandwidth communication among the GPU, processor, and the memory controller. With HyperTransport, data and information are relayed faster for swifter system response and flawless multitasking performance.

Scalable Performance and High Capacity Storage
Designed with future upgrades and expansion in mind, the GeForce6100SM-M motherboard features a PCI-Express X16 slot (X8 mode) to support highest performance graphics cards, as well as one PCI-Express X1 slot and two PCI slots. Users can choose between the integrated graphics solution and an add-on video card for ultra realistic graphics experience. The south bridge offers two Serial ATA (SATA) II high-speed 3.0Gb/s ports with RAID 0 and 1 capability, two Ultra DMA133/100/66 devices, built-in 10/100 Ethernet and eight USB 2.0 interfaces. The integrated high definition audio delivers high-quality surround sound vital to entertainment applications. The board can support dual channel DDR2-800/667/533 SDRAM memory up to 16GB, which adds to its scalable performance.

Environmentally Friendly, Sleek Media PC Design
Laid out in an ergonomic Micro ATX form factor, the GeForce6100SM-M motherboard fits a wide variety of compact and sleek chassis that complement any home or office environment. The GeForce6100SM-M also meets stringent RoHS directives for Ã‚â€œgreenÃ‚â€ computer components. ECS Elitegroup motherboards use environmentally friendly materials while delivering excellent performance.

For more information on the ECS Elitegroup GeForce6100SM-M motherboard or where to buy, please visit ECS Web Site or email sales@ecsusa.com.

About ECS Elitegroup
Elitegroup Computer Systems, Inc. (ECS^Ã‚Â®) is the world's leading designer and manufacturer of desktop PCs, notebooks, servers, motherboards, video cards, wireless solutions and handheld devices. Dedicated to driving the New PC Era, ECS Elitegroup has concentrated on delivering an unmatched portfolio of innovative PC products to the market.
Founded in 1987, ECS Elitegroup is headquartered in

LACE>TaiwanLACE>

with operations in the

LACE>AmericasLACE>

, EMEA and Asia Pacific. With intensive R&D, and state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, ECS Elitegroup has been recognized as one of the industry quality leader. ECS Elitegroup R&D efforts are channeled towards user satisfaction while at the same time keeping customer profitability in mind. ECS Elitegroup's mission is to commit a win-win strategy of identifying and meeting the customers' needs, and sharing a mutual success with them.
For two consecutive years, ECS Elitegroup was chosen and featured in BusinessWeek Magazine's exclusive Information Technology 100 list. In the "Computer and Peripherals" category, ECS Elitegroup was ranked the world's 12th and the top leading Taiwanese-based motherboard manufacturer.

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AntiM Aqua Pimp	Press Release: AM2 HTPC mobo from ECS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ECS Elitegroup Unveils GeForce6100SM-M Motherboard for the Home Theater PC Builders -- Featuring the worldÃ‚â€™s first single-chip integrated graphics solution, the new Vista-ready AMD socket AM2 based motherboard delivers premium features and performance in one compact design -- Fremont, CA (October 24, 2006) Ã‚â€“ Elitegroup Computer Systems, Inc. (ECS^Ã‚Â®), the worldÃ‚â€™s leading motherboard, notebook and desktop PC manufacturer, today released GeForce6100SM-M motherboard featuring NVIDIA^Ã‚Â® GeForce^Ã‚Â® 6100 graphics processing unit (GPU) and nForce^Ã‚Â® 405 media and communications processor (MCP). Designed to support the latest AMDAthlon^Ã‚â„¢64 AM2^Ã‚Â® based processors, the new ECS Elitegroup GeForce6100SM-M motherboard features premium quality onboard 3D graphics, making it the industryÃ‚â€™s first integrated design for socket AM2. The GeForce 6100 GPU and the nForce 405 MCP are an innovative mix of north and south bridge chipsets on a single chip that represent a major achievement in integrated solutions. To the end-user consumers, this micro ATX RoHS compliant motherboard features a compact, highly expandable design that is also Microsoft^Ã‚Â® Vista Premium ready, allowing out of the box multimedia experience. Compact and Potent Digital Home Solution The GeForce6100SM-M supports AMD Athlon64 FX, Athlon 64 X2, Athlon 64, Sempron socket AM2 processors as well as AMDÃ‚â€™s new AM2 Energy efficient microprocessors. The nForce 405 MCP features DirectX 9 and Shader Model 3.0. Shader Model 3.0 enables users to experience fast graphics rendering, smooth video processing and clearer displays. State-of-the-art 2000 MT/s HyperTransportÃ‚â„¢ technology allows high-bandwidth communication among the GPU, processor, and the memory controller. With HyperTransport, data and information are relayed faster for swifter system response and flawless multitasking performance. Scalable Performance and High Capacity Storage Designed with future upgrades and expansion in mind, the GeForce6100SM-M motherboard features a PCI-Express X16 slot (X8 mode) to support highest performance graphics cards, as well as one PCI-Express X1 slot and two PCI slots. Users can choose between the integrated graphics solution and an add-on video card for ultra realistic graphics experience. The south bridge offers two Serial ATA (SATA) II high-speed 3.0Gb/s ports with RAID 0 and 1 capability, two Ultra DMA133/100/66 devices, built-in 10/100 Ethernet and eight USB 2.0 interfaces. The integrated high definition audio delivers high-quality surround sound vital to entertainment applications. The board can support dual channel DDR2-800/667/533 SDRAM memory up to 16GB, which adds to its scalable performance. Environmentally Friendly, Sleek Media PC Design Laid out in an ergonomic Micro ATX form factor, the GeForce6100SM-M motherboard fits a wide variety of compact and sleek chassis that complement any home or office environment. The GeForce6100SM-M also meets stringent RoHS directives for Ã‚â€œgreenÃ‚â€ computer components. ECS Elitegroup motherboards use environmentally friendly materials while delivering excellent performance. For more information on the ECS Elitegroup GeForce6100SM-M motherboard or where to buy, please visit ECS Web Site or email sales@ecsusa.com. About ECS Elitegroup Elitegroup Computer Systems, Inc. (ECS^Ã‚Â®) is the world's leading designer and manufacturer of desktop PCs, notebooks, servers, motherboards, video cards, wireless solutions and handheld devices. Dedicated to driving the New PC Era, ECS Elitegroup has concentrated on delivering an unmatched portfolio of innovative PC products to the market. Founded in 1987, ECS Elitegroup is headquartered in LACE>TaiwanLACE> with operations in the LACE>AmericasLACE>, EMEA and Asia Pacific. With intensive R&D, and state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, ECS Elitegroup has been recognized as one of the industry quality leader. ECS Elitegroup R&D efforts are channeled towards user satisfaction while at the same time keeping customer profitability in mind. ECS Elitegroup's mission is to commit a win-win strategy of identifying and meeting the customers' needs, and sharing a mutual success with them. For two consecutive years, ECS Elitegroup was chosen and featured in BusinessWeek Magazine's exclusive Information Technology 100 list. In the "Computer and Peripherals" category, ECS Elitegroup was ranked the world's 12th and the top leading Taiwanese-based motherboard manufacturer.

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