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Buying Apparel Fabric in India – Some Tips

2009-12-20T16:55:00.002+05:00

When we discuss the source of apparel textiles, the two countries that come to mind are India and China. For an outsider it might appear that the two countries are competing with each other for the same market share globally only on the cost base. This is only partially true. While the products are similar in many cases, yet in terms of business flexibility, nimbleness, versatility and similar convenience, many international apparel brands

Favour India over China as fabric buying destination. Still, fabric sourcing in India can be a challenge if proper caution is not taken. This article is for those buyers who want to get good deals and quality fabric for apparel production from India. If you follow my tips and suggestions given in this article, you would be having a very pleasant buying experience in India. This takes some understanding of the Indian social and industrial culture. In this article ‘vendor’ means textile fabric manufacturer and not wholesale, semi-wholesale or retail distributors. Here we go.

The slowing textile industry in Cambodia

2009-12-20T16:54:00.000+05:00

Foreign investors invaded Cambodia with cash to establish a thriving textile industry in the 1990's. The jobs in the clothing factories helped to bring many Cambodians over the poverty level.

Now with the global recession slowing down demand for clothes, many jobs in Cambodia are being lost. Some factories are shutting down while owing their workers back pay.

From this exaustive Reuters story on textiles in Cambodia, writer Ek Madra shows us the impact on the nations poverty line.

The sector represents about 16 percent of Cambodia's GDP, so the factory closures will hurt, with a ripple effect in the countryside as the money sent home by garment workers dries up.

The International Monetary Fund says the economy could shrink 0.5 percent in 2009 and the garment trade slump is a big factor.

But Kang Chandararot, director of the Cambodian Institute of Development Study (CIDS), said even if the double-digit growth of recent years was out of reach, 4 or 5 percent may be possible thanks to a bountiful rice crop in 2008/09 and the record $950 million in aid pledged by international donors for 2009.

"Cambodia could use the aid of nearly $1 billon to invest in infrastructures to stimulate its economy," Chandararot said.

People surviving on less than $1 a day are deemed to be living in poverty. Garment workers earn on average $2.7 a day so the loss of these jobs will hurt.

"More people will be pushed into poverty," said Huot Chea of the World Bank in Cambodia.

Historical data is lacking in Cambodia, but the World Bank says 45 to 50 percent of the people lived in poverty in 1994. Prime Minister Hun Sen says that was cut to 30 percent by 2008 thanks to the garment sector, tourism and agriculture.

Textile Industry vs. Furniture Industry

2009-12-20T16:52:00.000+05:00

Import quotas don't just raise prices for consumers. They make planning complicated for businesses that need imported goods as inputs--even, it turns out, when the quotas are about to end. Furniture Today (I love trade magazines) reports on the end-of-the-year mess created by protectionists concerned that textile importers might jump the gun on the end of quotas:

Here at home, 2004 brought us politicians shamelessly plucking the broken heartstrings of unemployed textile workers. It would have made sense for politicians to help the industry get ready for this day – it was 10 years coming, after all – but the horse was out the barn before the election year began. If they could feel shame, they’d be feeling it now.

There are still issues with China, certainly, and no one can blame the domestic textile industry for trying to get some relief from the government. But we certainly cannot blame China for a directive issued Dec. 13 from the Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements calling for U.S. Customs to hold fabrics that entered U.S. ports near the end of the year in excess of quotas.

In years past, fabric that was over quota near the end of a year was counted against the next year’s quota. But since the quota is now gone, the committee felt that some importers might deliberately ship goods in excess of quotas limits, expecting that the goods would be released on Jan. 1.

This decision has created trouble and expense for some upholstery fabric importers. Their goods, ordered in good faith in October from mills that held valid quotas, were declared to exceed quota limits when they arrived in December. Obeying the directive from CITA, Customs put the goods into bonded warehouses where they will stay until Feb. 1. At that time, they will be released in 5% per month increments of the amount over the base quota.

Textile lobby groups such as the American Manufacturing Trade Action Council applauded the decision. “It was the very least the government could do,” said a spokesman, adding that that the embargo “should be a lesson to people about the risks of doing business with overseas companies.”

A spokesperson at the United States Assn. of Importers of Textiles and Apparel countered that the action was action “pointless, without merit and just plain mean.”

Since most imported textiles are apparel, a lot of upholstery fabric suppliers felt confident in late December that the embargo would not impact their business, stating that they typically have some goods held at the end of the year, which then are released on Jan. 1. Some of these companies were surprised to learn when they arrived back at work after the holiday last week that the goods had not been released on Jan. 1 but will be held till Feb. 1 and then trickled out incrementally over a period of months.

Beautifull Boy With Beatifull Recitation Of Quran

2009-10-08T15:56:00.007+06:00

Reduce the booting time of your computer : Windows XP & Vista

2009-09-17T03:18:00.001+06:00

Today's post is very important for those who are just fed up with the time that windows XP takes when booting up the computer. I have seen computers having Windows XP which takes more than 1 or 2 minute to boot up. I can't hold myself that long. So here I am sharing a tip to reduce the booting time of your computer which can reduce system's booting time to almost half that it used to take before.

I must tell you that this trick works only on multicore processeors. The idea is that by default windows XP uses only one core of your processor, we are just going to change the settings to let it use all cores. I have tried it on dual core processor, it works fine and boots up really fast. So here we go:

How to reduce the booting time of your computer with Windows XP ?

1) Go to Start -> RUN ; or just press Ctrl + R. Type MSCONFIG in it and press enter as shown in the screenshot below :

This will open up the System Configuration Utility window.

2) In the System Configuration Utility window, choose the BOOT.INI tab and click Advanced Options as shown in the screenshot below:

3) On clicking Advanced Options, the BOOT.INI Advanced Options window will pop-up. In this window choose the /NUMPROC = 2 as shown in the screenshot below :

4) Click OK ; Restart the system and see the change in the booting time of your system.

Oracle Support FASTPASS for Database customers

2009-09-09T23:54:00.002+06:00

Priority routing is now available to all Oracle Database customers only. This is cool. Most, if not all, customer SR profiles haven’t been updated in years.
Having accurate data, that is kept up to date daily, will help speed up the process to resolution. Oracle Support wants to reward customers that use configuration manager by putting their issues at the top of the queue.
All customers have to do is simply and automatically attach their configuration data to their service requests. This enhancement is included with your Premier Support contract and available through My Oracle Support. By linking detailed information about a customer’s environment to a service request, Oracle can leverage its knowledge base to solve your problems more quickly and effectively.

Intel Dual-Core Xeon 5110 / 1.6 GHz processor

2009-08-18T07:50:00.011+06:00

Very good Speed and unbelieveable performance and The Dual-Core Intel Xeon processor 5100 series is ideal for intense computing environments,
32-bit and 64-bit business-critical applications and high-end workstation and Analysis in my mind Dual-Core Intel Xeon processor 5100 series-based platforms are expected to deliver up to 2.25 times the performance and 2.35 times the performance/watt of previous-generation dual-core Intel Xeon processors and realiable performance and I always advice my friends,visiter and colike. In my view overall good performance Easily purchase. Good Manufacture support and overall we see performance,efficiency,design very valuable. Mostly people perfer and All this report in my survey and judge 80% people perfer this and I also recommend you please purchase.

Intel Core 2 Extreme QX6700 Processor - Review

2009-07-27T20:50:00.007+06:00

NZXT Beta - Unboxing and Specifications

NZXT has been putting out quite a few cases since 2003, and from budget to higher end models they likely have a case to suit just about anybody. Their mid-tower Beta case is aimed more for the budget-minded enthusiast with a retail price of just south of $50.00.
When NZXT offered to send us the Beta case to evaluate, we were more than happy to accommodate them.

After pulling the NZXT Beta out of the box I noticed right away how light it is at just a hair over 16 lbs (7.28kg) which was a little unexpected with this being a steel case. This made me wonder about the build quality which I will speak more about later.

NZXT has listed the features and specifications for the Beta are as follows:
FEATURES:

Fits ATX standard motherboards and power supplies
Fits large 10.5" performance graphics cards
Expanded cooling directly cools video cards and CPU
Screwless installation for hard drives and external 5.25" drives
Black internal finish for sleek look
Meshed front panel allows for better airflow than traditional cases
Top mounted Dual USB/Audio/ESATA for convenient usage

SPECIFICATIONS

Case Type: Mid Tower
Front Panel Material: Plastic
Dimensions (W x H x D): 200 X 430 X 501 mm / 7.87" x 16.9" x 19.7"
Cooling System:

Front, 1 X 120mm Blue LED (included)
Rear: 1 X 120mm
Side: 2 x 120mm

Drive Bays: 9 Drive Bays

(4) External 5.25" Drive Bays
(5) Internal 3.5" Drive Bays

Screwless Rail Design
Material: Steel with black finish
Expansion Slots: 7
Power Supply: 500 Watt PS2 ATX 12V 2.0 (optional)
Weight: 7.28 KGS (W/O Power)
Motherboard Support: ATX, MICRO-ATX, BABY AT

What you'll find in the box besides the case is an accessory box packed neatly within the case itself.

Opening it up reveals the contents comprised of HDD drive mount rails, 5.25" & 3.5" bay screwless plastic locks, a small bag of screws and a case speaker.

What you won't find in the box is a manual because it isn't included. However, a nice multilingual thank you note in the box directs you to the web for the manual via PDF download. This is pretty common now, especially with budget products and I personally don't mind NZXT and others keeping their costs low by skipping the hard copy print. Most people toss it after installation anyway. It's always a good idea to grab a copy of the manual if for nothing else than to confirm the polarity of the chassis wires for the power, reset buttons and others.

Intel Pentium 4 2.8 GHz Processor - Technology

2009-07-16T11:50:00.003+06:00

The Intel Pentium 4 processor, Intel's most advanced, most powerful processor for desktop PCs and entry-level workstations, is based on Intel NetBurst microarchitecture. The Pentium 4 processor is designed to deliver performance across applications and usages where end-users can truly appreciate and experience the performance. These applications include Internet audio and streaming video, image processing, video content creation, speech, 3D, CAD, games, multimedia, and multi-tasking user environments. The Pentium 4 processor delivers this world-class performance for consumer enthusiasts and business professional desktop users as well as for entry-level workstation users.

Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9770 / 3.2 GHz processor

2009-07-15T11:13:00.004+06:00

Whether it's gaming, digital photography, or video editing, today's high-impact entertainment demands breakthrough technology. Get the unrivaled multi-core performance of
the Intel Core 2 Extreme processors. It's not about playing the game. It's about dominating and winning the game. Designed for extreme performance, the Intel Core 2 Extreme processors feature the whole arsenal of performance-rich technologies.

The Intel Core 2 Duo Processors

2009-07-15T11:11:00.001+06:00

The Intel Core 2 Duo processors are built in several of the world's most advanced, high-volume output manufacturing facilities using Intel's leading silicon process technology. The processor family is based on the revolutionary Intel Core microarchitecture,
designed to provide powerful yet energy-efficient performance. With the power of dual cores, or computing engines, the processors can manage numerous tasks faster. They also can operate more smoothly when multiple applications are running, such as writing e-mails while downloading music or videos and conducting a virus scan.

Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 / 2.4 GHz Processor

2009-07-04T01:02:00.004+06:00

General Overview:

The Q6600 Is a fantastic new chip by Intel. It provides the end user with an extremely powerful, cheap and multi-purpose chip. At one point this chip would cost you £500 alone. Now they have cut the price down to roughly £170 making it the perfect choice for enthusiasts and gamers alike.
The Q6600 has four cores each running at 2.4Ghz with 8mb L2 cache which means it can do four times the work in the same amount of time compared to a single 2.4Ghz core. The Q6600 runs on a 1066Mhz FSB (FSB is the "Front Side Bus" this tells the processor how fast to run when combined with the processor's multiplier which is different depending on which CPU you buy. Increasing the FSB will increase the speed of the processor, known as "Overclocking", there is a section

in this review on overclocking for those who are interested.)

Overclocking:
Overclocking is the art of making your PC parts run faster than they are rated by the manufacturer. For overclocking the CPU this is usually done through the BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) which can be accessed by pressing a key that is stated on screen when you first turn on your computer. It is recommended for those who are looking into overclocking to thoroughly read some guides on the internet, or you may end up frying your chip completely. (and overclocking voids warranties so you won't get a refund either.) However if you are careful and know what you are doing you can increase the performance of your pc much more than it normally operates at. The Q6600 is based on the Core 2 archetecture (aka Conroe) which is much more effective than the old Pentium 4 netburst archetecture. Due to the better efficiency you can reach extreme overclocks on the Q6600, as much as 50% overclock on air (Usually stable at around 3.2Ghz with B3 stepping or 3.4Ghz with G0 stepping. See "Steppings" for more information) and around 100% on water (You can reach speeds faster than 4Ghz with watercooling! That's 16Ghz of power in total over all four cores!)

Installation:

The installation of the Q6600 or any Socket 775 CPU (See the "Socket Type" heading for more detail on what a socket is) is fairly simple. All you need to do is lift the small lever on the side of the base that the chip sits on which will release the clamps that hold the CPu in place, then place the cpu onto the slot(Socket 775 CPU's have no pins on the bottom, they are all on the motherboard now so it's quite hard to actually bend the pins, unlike on old processors where they could easily get bent and you'd either have to carefully bend them back perfectly or buy a whole new processor.) making sure the processor is the right way round, to find which way the processor goes there is a small black tab in one corner that shows you which way it goes. All you have to do after that is place the heatsink on top of the processor (Don't forget to add thermal paste if there isn't any already on the bottom of the heatsink, it usually looks like a gray paste. Your CPU may overheat if you don't have thermal paste) and twist the four locks into place to hold the heatsink onto the motherboard. After that you're all set to go and fire up all four cores!

Steppings:
The Q6600 comes in two different steppings. Steppings are the different revisions of the chip's archetecture to further imrpove efficiency. Now about the two different steppings: the B3 stepping and the G0 stepping. What's the difference you ask? The B3 stepping has a TDP (Thermal Design Power, or how much power the CPU uses in watts) of 105w. The G0 stepping has a TDP of 95w which means lower temperatures, and obviously lower power consumption. This also means that the processor can be more easily overclocked.

Socket Type:

As explained before the Q6600 and many other chips are Socket 775 or less commonly known as Socket T. There are quite a few different sockets such as socket 478, socket AM2/AM2+ (for AMD chips.) Considering the Q6600 is Socket 775 we will focus on what that involves for now. Socket 775 is different from other sockets due to the fact it has a "Land Grid Array". What that means is the processor no longer has pins, all of the pins are spring loaded on the motherboard to make it much harder to accidently bend the pins and require a whole replacement of the CPU. (All older processors have the pins located directly on the chip.) The "775" refers to how many pins the socket has to make contact between the motherboard and the CPU. Due to Socket 775 having more pins that most other sockets it provides better power distribution to the processor, which means your system is more stable especially when overclocking.

Performance:
When using multithreaded applications (Applications that can use more than one core at the same time) the Q6600 provides extremely fast calculations, but even if the program is not multithreaded it still provides extremely fast speeds. Even better performance than those of faster pentium 4 chips due to superior archetechture which maximizes the efficiency of transferring and calculating data. The Q6600 is the perfect chip for gamers and enthusiasts alike due to it's speed, large cache, four cores and great overclocking potential. Games will run at full speed with no hitches, feel like encoding that DVD you like so much so you can watch it on your PC? No problem. The Q6600 will do that faster than almost all other CPU's. The Q6600 really is one of the best performing chips you can get.

Conclusion:

In conclusion the Q6600 has to be the best chip you could possibly buy. It's cheap, fast and provides more potential than first meets the eye for those who wish to unlock it's true power. A must have for anybody who wants the most out of their PC.

Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 / 3 GHz Processor

2009-07-04T00:59:00.001+06:00

This is the processor I am using day in and day out and it is by far the best piece of hardware I have ever owned. Not only does it work perfectly and stay cool, it over-clocks like no tomorrow.

I have my
little E8400 running at 4.0Ghz on air-cooling which was a lot easier to set-up than I first thought it would be. I was truly amazed at just how much juice this processor could put out without seemingly batting an eye-lid. Of course you will require some pretty good cooling to pull this off, but you can get coolers like the Arctic Freezer 7 Pro or the Xigmatek HDT for around £20 which will be much better than Intel's original cooler that comes with the retail processor package.
Other processors I have owned have complained immensely when put under the pressure I put this Intel CPU under. Some of them have died; some of them
just became unstable. The E8400 though laps the pressure up, it begs for more.

I was never a fan of Intel products; some would say I was an AMD fanboy. So when I purchased this and saw how amazing it was, my opinion changed immediately. They truly are gifted engineers to create a piece of hardware that can get me excited and happy about a product so much that I come here and write a review about it.
The only problem I had with this processor was monitoring the temperatures. It seems to say the temperatures are much higher than they are in reality. For some reason there seems to be a lot of confusion surrounding the temperature probes this chip uses. Now I never did find out if it was my processor, or the software I was using, it doesn't seem to have affected the lifespan of the processor so I am happy.

I will probably never sell this processor, even when I upgrade my computer. I will likely just hide it in a draw in some bubble wrap, so in the future I will find it and be reminded of the good old days. I have no idea where technology is heading now, but when I change this processor to a new one I am sure it will not make its way into my heart like this E8400 did.
I am using this processor with an Abit IP-35E motherboard which is considered a budget board but works superbly with this processor. I am also using a Xigmatek HDT-S1283 to cool the processor which works great too, although the size of it can be a problem in some cases.

So if you are looking for a processor and this one is in your budget, consider it. I know there are Quad Core processors and other such fancy equipment now, but if you are looking for something to love rather than something to use and abuse, the E8400 should be at the top of your list.

Intel Desktop Board DG33FB Motherboard

2009-07-02T20:14:00.001+06:00

The Intel Desktop Board DG33FB Classic Series is built in the ATX form factor, supporting a range of processors including the Intel Core 2 Quad processor and Intel Core 2 Duo processor. This board can support up to 8 GB of dual channel
DDR2 800/667 MHz SDRAM. Premium features such as support for Intel Viiv processor technology, Intel High Definition Audio (enabling 5.1 surround sound), Intel PRO 10/100/1000 Network Connection and 1394a deliver stability and new features for consumers to enjoy a great digital entertainment experience. This Intel Desktop Board comes with the software required to meet Intel Viiv processor technology brand verification requirements, which simplifies the task of building a PC based on Intel Viiv processor technology.

Intel Moves to Larrabee into 2010 || What a move

2009-06-29T04:47:00.002+06:00

According to a report published by c’t magazine, Intel is now aiming to launch Larrabee in a variety of flavors in 2010 and has scrapped the previous late 2009 plan. Intel’s Joseph Schultz made this comment during the opening of a visual computing research center in Saarbruecken,
Germany. Spokesman Nick Knupffer confirmed the narrowed-down date, but declined to provide further comments.
Schultz also told c’t that it will be a “big challenge” to compete with Nvidia’s and AMD’s products and especially highlighted the power-efficiency achieved by AMD’s Radeon graphics cards.

Intel is very careful providing any information about its x86-based Larrabee. What we know, however, is that the device will be based on second-generation Pentium processor technology with the P54C core. The first Pentium core (P5, 800 nm, 60 and 66 MHz) was in development since 1989 and was introduced in 1993. The P54C was launched in 1994 with speeds up to 120 MHz, while the succeeding 350 nm P54CS reached 200 MHz. The 55C core (280 nm up to 233 MHz) followed in 1995 and was replaced with the Pentium II in 1997.

Larrabee is expected to come in multiple flavors with at least 8 cores at the low-end have at least 32 cores on the high-end. At a clock speed of 2 GHz, the 32-core version could be topping a theoretical maximum performance of 2 TFlops.

Intel Declares War || Can You Imagine This

2009-06-28T07:46:00.001+06:00

Intel and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), one of the world’s largest chip foundries, just announced a marketing collaboration involving Intel’s Atom processor. Atom is Intel’s effort to downsize its processor chips to fit into the realm of emerging smart devices below the Personal Computer space. TSMC will work closely with Intel to port some of the Atom processors to its own process and design flows. TSMC will also have the ability to do engineering on the chip to build customized versions for the large number of existing TSMC customers. However, Intel will have ownership of the final device and the customer, as Intel will be selling the custom designed chips that TSMC designs and builds in its foundry.

As PC sales wane, and their chip revenues along with them, Intel looks to additional sources for revenues. Consumer products represent a massive potential market, though at clearly lower margins and price points. But, Intel’s cost of operations makes it a supplier at too high a price to go after the cut-throat and highly price sensitive consumer market. And Intel is not set up for customized, System On Chip (SOC) solutions the market demands. Enter a partner that can bring all of this capability to Intel – TSMC.

This is a direct attack by Intel on competing processors, especially the ARM processor, which is trying to move upstream from the smart phone and embedded gadgets market it currently dominates, while Intel is trying to move downstream with Atom into this overlapping space. The battleground in the middle will be aggressive and likely bloody, with huge potential returns. And while Intel’s attack is primarily on ARM, it also has profound effect on other players – AMD, Qualcomm (Snapdragon), Nvidia, TI, and even Marvel to whom Intel sold off its own ARM-based processor (XScale).

Nokia and Intel Collaborate On Mobile Devices

2009-06-27T07:42:00.000+06:00

Intel announced a technology partnership with Nokia that could potentially give the chip maker the breakthrough it has been looking for into the mobile market.

The companies said last night they would work together on a new class of mobile computing devices, but would not say when they would come to market or give details on the kind of wireless products they hoped to develop together.

Analysts saw the pact as strategically important for Intel in the long term because it gains the world's top cellphone maker as a potential client.

But given the lack of details, analysts said it could take one or two years for products to come to market, and it remained to be seen if they would find favour with consumers.

"Intel at least has its foot in the door. It's an important and strategic customer," said Gartner analyst Jon Erensen, who sees the partnership as a way for Intel to get into the market for advanced phones known as smartphones.

However, he added, "You're probably talking about something like 2011 before you get down to the power consumption and integration (levels) you'd need for that kind of device."

Analysts said the deal gives Intel a chance to take on leading cellphone chip makers Qualcomm Inc and Texas Instruments, a big Nokia supplier.

It could also mean stiffer competition for ARM Holdings , which supplies core cellphone processors to both Texas Instruments and Qualcomm, and whose customers rely in part on software from Wind River Systems.

Intel said earlier this month that it would buy Wind River, whose software speeds up and connects devices made by Samsung Electronics, Apple, Hewlett-Packard Co and Motorola.

Intel, whose microprocessors are found in eight out of 10 personal computers, already works with LG Electronics on mobile devices. The agreement with Finland's Nokia, the world's largest cellphone maker, is a bigger step.

Intel Chief Executive Paul Otellini has said that the handheld, embedded and netbook markets would be as important for the company as the PC market in the near future.

Under the agreement, Intel will buy intellectual property from Nokia related to high-speed wireless technology. They also plan to collaborate on open-source mobile Linux software projects, which some analysts say will compete with Google's Android software in the netbook and mobile Internet device (MID) market.

Intel and Nokia said they aimed to define "a new mobile platform beyond today's smartphones, notebooks and netbooks" for hardware, software and mobile Internet services. They stressed the pact was about their technology collaboration and not about specific products.

Intel G41 Motherboards by Simmtronics

2009-06-26T10:40:00.003+06:00

Simmtronics has announced Intel G-41 chipset based motherboards for desktops as well as notebooks. Simmtronics G41T-M motherboards feature Intel G41 and ICH7 chipsets with support for Socket LGA775 based 45nm process made processors that include Intel Core 2 Quad. A Micro-ATX form factor motherboard based on Intel G41 chipset from Simmtronics is available for Rs. 4,200 with three years of warranty.

Nokia Pact Won't Fix Intel's Atom Chip

2009-06-26T10:34:00.000+06:00

INTEL (TICKER: INTC) and Nokia (NOK) announced a strategic alliance to develop Intel architecture-based mobile chips and open-source software. The goal appears to be creating open and standards-based technologies to explore new ideas and products in mobile computing and communications.

Collaborative efforts between the two companies will be centered around these three initiatives: definition of mobile chipset based on Intel architecture; development of open-source software infrastructure such as Nokia's Maemo and Intel's Moblin; and Intel licensing of Nokia's HSPA/3G modem internet protocol ...

Dell Grows Intel 'Nehalem EP' Iron

2009-06-26T10:30:00.000+06:00

INTEL LEADS the CPU market, full stop. More than ever, perhaps. So, why change its perfectly good branding then? After all, Core 2 - and Core 3, and so on - does sound better than Pentium, Hexium or Sexium, and definitely far better than Itanium, all names sounding like some evil Big Pharma drugs.

Aside from a lot of extra marketing and sales work, resulting in marketeers keeping their jobs in these tight times, there doesn't seem to be any real reason to rehash the branding just because of the Nehalem arrival.

The new chips, rather than being called say Core 3, got the brand new Core i7 moniker, in a way reminding us of the old P7 codename. Now, the dual-channel mainstream Nehalems will be called Core i5, and the low-end integrated-graphics parts might bear the burden of the Core i3 brand. And, just like the current i7 with the brand new three-digit product numbers instead of the old four-digit ones, you'll have an interesting time comparing chip models.

So, when you do your holiday system shopping later this year, you could, for instance, choose between the old Core i7 965, the new Core i7 960 or the brand new Core i5 XXX (I didn't say '860'). While all three are internally basically the same CPUs and run at a 3.2GHz clock, the differences will be there. The first one is the old 2008-launch part with unlocked multiplier but C0 stepping. The second one is to be the new part late this year, with locked multiplier but newer, more efficent D or even E stepping. And, finally, the last part will have two memory channels and the LGA1156 versus LGA1366 socket, but faster Turbo mode and of course cheaper P55-based mainboards. Love the confusion?

Many publications commented on the new branding approach, with mixed reactions. There is no clear connection to the old Core 2 branding, and even the product numbering was completely rehashed. Core 2 Quad Extreme QX9770 and Core i7 Extreme 965 cover the same market segment and run at the same default clock and, in fact, aren't that far apart in performance. But there's no correlation at all in the naming. The old Pentium, Pentium 2, Pentium 3 approach was, in this respect, more consistent.

Why not look at something like that, since Intel already went with this BMW-style numbering? The "7" series is the high end, the "5" series is the mainstream, and the "3" series is doing the basic work. An obligatory "X" could be added at the end of any Extreme part in the "7" and "5" series, to avoid having to use different basic numbers for otherwise same-clocked extreme and normal, that is, locked parts. A similar "L" could be added for the low power parts, and an "M" for the mobile parts. Plus, of course, a "G" for the graphics-enriched ones.

After all, at the Xeon front, that's the case already. The "W" parts are top bin workstation CPUs, the "X" parts are for high end servers, the "E" parts are the mainstream offerings, and the "L" parts are the low power workhorses for dense and green computing.

Then, there should be enough numbering in reserve to accommodate the 32nm 'Westmere' parts without changing the i7-i5-i3 sequence. Right now this scheme seems to be a bit tight for the i7 series as we'd only have the 980, 985, 990 and 995 numbers available before hitting the four digits, and that has to take care of the next 20 months at least. Aside from that, the possible i8-i6-i4 sequence could then be left for the Sandy Bridge and Haswell generations.

Talking about numbers, in Chinese, eight is a very lucky number, but four isn't. The last murdered Alpha CPU was codenamed EV8, but was supposed to be really called, umm, the 21464. So, maybe, let's skip any future 'i4' at the low end, eh?

Intel Chairman Barrett to Step Down

2009-06-26T07:40:00.000+06:00

Intel Chairman Craig Barrett will step down from his post in May, ending a 35-year stint at the world's No. 1 chipmaker, the company announced Friday.

Barrett, who joined Intel in 1974, also served as the chief executive of the company from 1998 through 2005.

"Intel became the world's largest and most successful semiconductor company in 1992 and has maintained that position ever since," said Barrett. "I'm extremely proud to have helped achieve that accomplishment."

Barrett said he was confident that Intel has the right management in place to continue its leadership in the chip making industry.

Jane Shaw, a board member since 1993, will replace Barrett as non-executive chairman in May.

Earlier this week, Intel CEO Paul Otellini announced that last quarter's profit tumbled 90% to $234 million, and reportedly told employees that he couldn't rule out the possibility that Intel might actually lose money in the current quarter. It would be the first time that's happened in more than 20 years.

The company also announced Wednesday that it will be cutting production at two U.S. silicon wafer facilities and closing three facilities in Asia, affecting between 5,000 and 6,000 workers.

Shares of Intel (INTC, Fortune 500) rose 3% in mid-afternoon trading, but the company's stock has lost more than 40% since August.

Intel Wins Nokia As Mobile-chip Customer

2009-06-25T16:44:00.001+06:00

Intel Corp., the world's largest chipmaker, will sell processors to Nokia Oyj for mobile devices, marking the biggest breakthrough in Intel's expansion into the phone market.

The two will develop a new mobile device and chips, Intel and Nokia said today in a statement. Intel will also get mobile- phone radio technology from Nokia and the companies will develop versions of the Linux operating system for mobile devices.

Intel, whose microprocessors run more than 80 percent of the world's personal computers, has struggled for about a decade to get a foothold in the market for mobile-phone chips. The company has a unit that sells a scaled-down version of its personal-computer processor. The chip, called Atom, is designed for mobile devices that access the Web and handle basic computing functions.

"Even if they get just a piece of Nokia's business, it's a big deal," said Will Strauss, a Cave Creek, Arizona-based analyst for research firm Forward Concepts. "Nokia is still the biggest cell-phone maker in the world."

In 2006, Intel Chief Executive Officer Paul Otellini scrapped his predecessor's $5 billion investment in chips for mobile devices, after the company was late to the market and failed to win enough customers.

Restarted Effort

Now Otellini is again pushing to get Intel's chips into phones, a bid to lessen the company's reliance on computers, which account for more than 90 percent of sales. A total of 1.21 billion mobile phones were sold globally last year, according to ABI Research in Oyster Bay, New York.

Intel rose 3 cents to $15.71 at 11:18 a.m. New York time in Nasdaq Stock Market trading. The stock had gained 7 percent this year before today. Nokia, based in Espoo, Finland, fell 10 cents to 10.19 euros in Helsinki trading.

Intel Chief Financial Officer Stacy Smith said in February that the company needed to land one of the top five mobile-phone makers if it wanted to build a significant business.

Intel is challenging Texas Instruments Inc., the largest maker of chips used to run programs in mobile phones. San Diego- based Qualcomm Inc., meanwhile, supplies the majority of communications chips for phones. Both companies have said that Intel would struggle to break their dominance because its products use too much power.

Intel announced in February it had landed LG Electronics Inc., the world's third-largest phone maker, as a customer. LG will use an Intel processor to make a mobile Internet device, a cross between a mobile phone and a computer.

Intel's attempts to create a mobile business have foundered in the past, even when they've had announcements of interest from customers, said Jim McGregor, an analyst at Scottsdale, Arizona-based research firm In-Stat.

"They've been dreaming of getting a significant win at Nokia," he said. "It's a big announcement, they're a key guy. The only question now is whether they will actually come out with a product."

Switching To Good Reduced Complexity : Intel

2009-06-25T16:38:00.001+06:00

What’s in a name? If you’re Intel, there’s plenty of brand equity in names like Atom, Centrino, Core and Pentium. But there’s also a fair share of confusion, too, among consumers and IT buyers.

And so, Intel is planning on revamping its portfolio of brand names, an effort that revolves around a good-better-best format. In a statement, the company said:

…we are focusing our strategy around a primary ‘hero’ client brand which is Intel Core. Today the Intel Core brand has a mind boggling array of derivatives (such as Core 2 Duo and Core 2 Quad, etc). Over time those will go away in its place will be a simplified family of Core processors spanning multiple levels: Intel Core i3 processor, Intel Core i5 processor, and Intel Core i7 processors. Core i3 and Core i5 are new modifiers and join the previously announced Intel Core i7 to round out the family structure. It is important to note that these are not brands but modifiers to the Intel Core brand that signal different features and benefits. For example, upcoming processors such as Lynnfield (desktop) will carry the Intel Core brand, but will be available as either Intel Core i5 or Intel Core i7 depending upon the feature set and capability. Clarksfield (mobile) will have the Intel Core i7 name.

So glad Intel has taken the complexity out of it. Actually, the company acknowledges that there will be multiple brands in the market next year, including the old names, as the company makes the transition.

Under the Core brand, the i3 represents the entry-level of the Core family, with Core i5 and Core i7 representing the mid-level and high-level products. Celeron will stick around for entry-level computing, Pentium for basic computing and Atom for devices such as netbooks and smartphones. For PCs, think of Celeron being good, Pentium being better and Core being best.

Even Centrino, which came to be synonymous with wireless computing, won’t completely go away. The company plans to transition the name to WiFi and WiMax products next year.

Dell Grows Intel 'Nehalem EP' Iron

2009-06-25T16:36:00.001+06:00

Four on the Floor

2009-06-23T17:03:00.002+06:00

And that means pure creative exhilaration with four 64-bit cores inside the new Mac Pro. The Core-based Intel Xeon is so power efficient, that Apple engineers were able to remove the liquid cooling system from the previous Power-PC based model. Which means you can load up the Mac Pro with more cards, more hard drives, more memory. So you can do more with Final Cut Studio, Aperture, Logic Pro, and the growing number of universal applications for creative professionals.

AMD Black Edition AMD Phenom X4 9950

2009-06-21T07:10:00.001+06:00

Realize new possibilities for connecting with friends, family, and digital entertainment with the phenomenal performance of the AMD Phenom X4 quad-core processors. Built from the ground up for true quad-core performance, AMD Phenom X4 processors speed through advanced multitasking, critical business productivity, advanced visual design and modeling, serious gaming, and visually stunning digital media and entertainment.

Processor

* Type / Form Factor: AMD Phenom X4 9950
* Multi-Core Technology: Quad-Core
* 64-bit Computing: Yes
* Processor Qty: 1
* Clock Speed: 2.6 GHz
* Compatible Processor Socket: Socket AM2+
* Manufacturing Process: 65 nm
* Thermal Design Power: 140 W
* Thermal Specification: 64 °C
* Architecture Features: HyperTransport technology, Enhanced Virus Protection, AMD Cool'n'Quiet Technology, AMD Virtualization

Cache memory

* Installed Size: L2 - 4 x 512 KB - L3 cache - 2 MB

Expansion / connectivity

* Compatible Slots: 1 x processor - Socket AM2+

Miscellaneous

* Included Accessories: Cooler (fansink)
* Package Type: AMD Processor in a Box (PIB), OEM/tray

Manufacturer warranty

* Service & Support: 3 years warranty
* Service & Support Details: Limited warranty - 3 years

Intel Core 2 Quad Q8200

2009-06-20T07:06:00.001+06:00

Leaders of the pack seeking monster performance, look no further. With four execution cores, the Intel Core 2 Quad processor blows through processor-intensive tasks in demanding multitasking environments and makes the most of highly threaded applications. Whether you're creating multimedia, annihilating your gaming enemies, or running compute-intensive applications at one time, new quad-core processing will change the way you do everything. Pioneer the new world of quad-core and unleash the power of multithreading.
General

* MPN: BX80580Q8200
* Product Type: Processor

Processor

* Type / Form Factor: Intel Core 2 Quad Q8200
* Multi-Core Technology: Quad-Core
* 64-bit Computing: Yes
* Processor Qty: 1
* Clock Speed: 2.33 GHz
* Bus Speed: 1333 MHz
* Compatible Processor Socket: LGA775 Socket
* Manufacturing Process: 45 nm
* Thermal Design Power: 95 W
* Thermal Specification: 71.4 °C
* Architecture Features: Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Execute Disable Bit capability, Intel 64 Technology, Enhanced Halt State (C1E), Intel Thermal Monitor 2

Cache memory

* Installed Size: L2 cache - 4 MB

Expansion / connectivity

* Compatible Slots: 1 x processor - LGA775 Socket

Miscellaneous

* Package Type: Intel Boxed

Manufacturer warranty

* Service & Support: 3 years warranty

AMD Athlon 64 X2 5200+

2009-06-19T07:01:00.002+06:00

Multi-tasking has become a way of life, but sometimes your PC just can't keep up with everything you want to do on it at the same time. The AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core processor enables true multitasking - taking computing to an all new level. Dual-Core technology is like having two processors working together, each one taking care of different applications. So now you can simultaneously burn a CD, check e-mail, edit a digital photo, and run your virus protection - all without slowing down your computer. To protect your computer you've installed all the latest virus protection and firewall software. The result? Your PC is safer but slower. Upgrade to a computer powered by the AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core processor - now you can run protection programs in the background while a second runs the applications you want to work on - making computing fast again.
Processor

* Type / Form Factor: AMD Athlon 64 X2 5200+
* Multi-Core Technology: Dual-Core
* 64-bit Computing: Yes
* Power Efficiency: Energy Efficient
* Processor Qty: 1
* Clock Speed: 2.7 GHz, 2.6 GHz
* Compatible Processor Socket: Socket AM2
* Core Voltage: 1.325 V/1.35 V/1.375 V, 1.3 V/1.35 V, 1.2 V/1.25 V
* Manufacturing Process: 65 nm, 90 nm
* Thermal Design Power: 65 W, 89 W
* Thermal Specification: 68 °C, 70 °C, 72 °C

* Architecture Features: 3DNow! Professional technology, HyperTransport technology, AMD64 technology, integrated memory controller, Enhanced Virus Protection, AMD Cool'n'Quiet Technology, AMD Virtualization, HyperTransport technology, AMD64 technology, integrated memory controller, Enhanced Virus Protection

Cache memory

* Installed Size: L2 cache - 1 MB ( 2 x 512 KB ), L2 cache - 2 MB ( 2 x 1 MB ), L2 cache

Expansion / connectivity

* Compatible Slots: 1 x processor - Socket AM2, 1 x processor

Miscellaneous

* Included Accessories: Cooler (fansink)
* Package Type: AMD Processor in a Box (PIB), OEM/tray

Intel Quad-Core Xeon E5440

2009-06-18T16:52:00.002+06:00

This industry's first quad-core processor for mainstream servers provides breakthrough performance and capabilities for the ultimate in powerful, dense and energy efficient servers. With the Quad-Core Intel Xeon processor you get breakthrough performance - up to 50% greater than the industry-leading Dual-Core Intel Xeon processor in the same power envelope.

Processor

Type / Form Factor: Intel Quad-Core Xeon E5440
Multi-Core Technology: Quad-Core
Processor Qty: 1
Clock Speed: 2.83 GHz
Bus Speed: 1333 MHz
Thermal Design Power: 80 W
64-bit Computing: Yes
Manufacturing Process: 45 nm
Compatible Processor Socket: LGA771 Socket
Thermal Specification: 67 °C
Packaging Type: FC-LGA6

Cache memory

Installed Size: L2 cache - 12 MB
Type: Advanced Smart Cache

Expansion / connectivity

Compatible Slots: 1 x processor, 1 x processor - LGA771 Socket

Miscellaneous

Pricing Type: CTO,
Included Accessories: Passive 2U heatsink,
Package Type: Intel Boxed, OEM/tray
Compliant Standards: RoHS
Manufacturer Selling Program: HP Smart Buy

Manufacturer warranty

Service & Support: 3 years warranty
Service & Support Details: Limited warranty - 3 years

Atom means Intel is Serious About Smallness

2009-06-17T19:28:00.001+06:00

The new moniker "Atom" sets in marketing stone the Intel brand for small devices. I'll skip the banalities about Atom silicon being crucial for Intel's future and just pose a question: Can Intel spur innovation in ultrasmall devices the way it has in the PC and server industry?

I won't hazard any rash predictions but will make a few observations about the current landscape.

First, a little recent history. The ultramobile PC (UMPC) based on Intel's first-generation processor (the A110) for small devices has not exactly been the market sensation that the iPhone has. The Samsung Q1 and the Asus R2H are two examples of products that never really took off. As if to recognize this mistake (and confuse people in the process), Intel has stopped referring to this category of gadgets as UMPC and now calls it the Mobile Internet Device or MID.

This underscores the pitfalls and potential for Intel. The pitfalls: consumers will forever unfavorably compare the UMPC and MID to the more feature-rich notebook PC or, conversely, to the smaller, cheaper cell phone. The potential: a new category of computers spearheaded by a device with an iPhone-like following.

Enter the Atom-branded low-cost platform for ultraportable devices. Asus's popular Intel-based Eee PC is already demonstrating the potential here. So much so that a Sony vice president recently cited the Eee PC as a threat. (He depicted it as causing "a race to the bottom" because of its low price.) The XO laptop offered by the One Laptop Per Child organization is another example. (It uses an AMD Geode processor.) Both are priced around $300 and both are Internet-centric devices that offer the same wireless capabilities of more expensive laptops.

For smaller MID-like devices, such as the iPhone and Nokia N810, success is less certain. Many of the scores of pocket-sized gadgets on the market use processors based on the tried-and-true ARM design. Intel won't displace ARM anytime soon. But these devices are proprietary, which may leave Intel an opening. Because Intel's Atom processor is compatible with the Core 2 Duo instruction set, developers of small devices have a common platform to target.

"This is our smallest processor built with the world's smallest transistors," Intel Executive Vice President and Chief Sales and Marketing Officer Sean Maloney said in a statement. "This is...a fundamental new shift in design. We believe it will unleash new innovation across the industry."

This is probably true. But Intel has a long way to go in a crowded market that bears little if any resemblance to the PC industry, where the chipmaker competes relatively comfortably with only one other company (AMD). There's also a long wait for Intel's Moorestown, the next generation of small chips for small devices due in 2009 or 2010. The great expectations for Moorestown almost overshadow the current Atom technology. Moorestown will not only be more power efficient but more highly integrated: a system-on-chip (SOC) design combining the CPU, graphics, and memory controller onto a single chip.

Intel Nettop Is All About Cost Cutting

2009-06-15T19:08:00.001+06:00

Intel's upcoming Atom processor is all about cost. And the Atom-based Nettop desktop cuts costs right down to the bone.

Though Atom Netbooks such as future Asus Eee PC notebook models have been described in the press, the Nettop concept is not so clear. So, what is a Nettop?

The Nettop falls under the rubric of Intel's "Basic PC" category, whose underlying thrust is penny pinching. Cost will range from $100 to $299.

The Nettop is centered on the low-cost "Diamondville" variety of the Atom processor but incorporates a number of other cost-saving measures including what Intel lists in a "Business Client Group" presentation as "no system fans...no CPU socket...(an) optimized PSU (power supply unit)" and "cost optimized OS solutions."

Intel also states that "moving from HDD to SSD" (from hard disk drives to solid-state drives) will result in "additional platform savings."

Internet connectivity is what a user will be using the Nettop for primarily. Machines will run either Windows or Linux software.

Intel in the same presentation cites a forecast of 60 million "Basic Nettop" units by 2011.

Linux Destined For Low-Cost Intel Atom PCs

2009-06-14T19:49:00.001+06:00

Intel's low-cost Atom processors will be at the core of inexpensive PCs. And inexpensive computers these days often come with Linux.

How do PC companies shave off the last hundred dollars or so to get to $299 or in some cases $199? Easy. They swap out Windows (pricey) for Linux (free).

Case in point: Home Depot, the home supply store, sells a Mirus-branded desktop with either Windows or Linux. Based on the same hardware, one model sells for $419, the other for $299. Can you guess which one is $299? That's a steep price cut--more than 25 percent--for the system with Linux. Inside the Mirius is a Celeron D 420, which lists for $34, the cheapest chip that Intel currently lists on its pricing Web site.

Linux-based PCs like this are prime real estate for Atom. Especially when reports this week cite the cheapest upcoming Atom processors (due in the second quarter) at below $30.

A likely high-profile candidate for Atom and Linux is the Eee PC. The Linux option allows resellers to keep offerings as cheap as possible. The current Eee PC at Newegg is priced at $349 with Linux and a Celeron M processor (the forerunner--from the standpoint of market positioning--to Atom).

Processors from Via Technologies also match up well with Linux operating systems such as gOS. Wal-Mart sells (online) an Everex gPC2 TC2512 desktop computer with a 1.5GHz Via C7-D Processor and Google-centric gOS for $199.

Though Atom-based computers with Linux will be targeted at emerging markets, the success of the Eee PC in mature markets like the U.S. and Japan means that there is pent-up demand for stripped-down but practical PCs. "In emerging markets it will be a first PC. In mature markets, it will be a second or third PC within a household," said Dean McCarron, founder and principal of Mercury Research. Also, an Atom-based desktop could potentially go on the back of a monitor that is used in point-of-sale applications, McCarron said.

And don't overlook Via's C7 or low-end versions of its upcoming Isaiah processor being paired with low-cost computers with a Linux option. The V7 is slated for HP's upcoming HP 2133 Mini-Note PC and Isaiah is expected to garner a number of design wins in both ultraportable notebooks and desktops.

Though the HP 2133 may not be the best example of a low-cost PC (it is expected to come with Windows Vista Business, hiking the price to almost $750), expect Linux-based "Netbooks" (Intel's self-described category for small, inexpensive notebooks) to be less expensive than this.

At IDF Shanghai, Intel's Vision of Chips

2009-06-13T19:49:00.001+06:00

While the marquee processor theme at IDF Shanghai is "milliwatts to petaflops," Intel is also set to offer a vision of universal connectivity.

The main theme for the event, which starts Wednesday, Beijing time, refers to "very, very big to very, very small and low power," according to Pat Gelsinger, senior vice president and co-general manager of Intel's digital enterprise group, speaking in a video.

"Milliwatts" refers to chips such as Atom, a tiny low-power, low-cost processor destined for ultramobile devices and low-cost desktops typically running either Linux or Windows XP. The first Atom chips will launch in June.

"Petaflops" refers to high-performance computing--what used to be called supercomputing. ("Peta" is quadrillion, or a thousand trillion; "flop" is floating-point operation.) Intel is targeting petaflop supercomputers that would compete with the fastest supercomputer in the world: IBM's Blue Gene/P machines.

Though more technology and product details will certainly emerge in the next two days in Shanghai, the main chip themes are already out there. Gelsinger spelled them out at briefing earlier this month.

The chip buzzwords are: Tukwila, a new quad-core chip with 2 billion transistors, a whopping 30MB of cache, and a new interconnect technology called QuickPath; Dunnington, a six-core chip for multiprocessor computers that can support four or more processors (in this case, each with six cores); Nehalem, a follow-on to the current "Penryn" processors, it is a new 45-nanometer chip microarchitecture due in the fourth quarter that scales up to eight cores; and Larrabee, a visual-computing architecture that uses many cores ("many" usually means many more than a typical quad-core computer).

In addition to Atom, the processor spotlight will likely fall on Nehalem and Larrabee. Nehalem is a relatively known quantity; Larrabee, a relatively unknown quantity. So interest should focus on the latter.

Nehalem boasts increased parallelism, better branch prediction (to move instructions more quickly through the instruction pipeline), and an on-chip memory controller for increased memory performance--what Intel calls "memory latency reduction." Something, by the way, Advanced Micro Devices already has in its chips.

Larrabee is a graphics processor scheduled for the 2009-2010 time frame. It will include a new vector instruction set to improve the performance of graphics and video applications. Larrabee will be compatible with Intel's popular x86 instruction set, theoretically making life easier for software developers.

On another front, Intel is evangelizing universal connectivity, always a problematic proposition, simply because it invariably promises more (sometimes much more) than it can deliver. Intel puts it this way: "Imagine a day when a single device small enough to fit in your pocket...knows your tendencies and preferences and can adapt and optimize its interfaces to match what you are doing at any point any time...Imagine a day when this device...can dynamically become a hybrid combination of other computing and multimedia devices in close proximity." You get the picture. Intel calls this "Carry Small, Live Large."

On a slightly more practical level, the Cliffside technology is being demonstrated from the Mobile Products Group; it enables a single Wi-Fi adapter to function like two independent Wi-Fi adapters. The hope is that this technology could sync your MP3 and video files without a USB cable, directly and wirelessly connecting your notebook to your TV to view HD movies.

Thin Intel Netbook to VIE With MacBook Air?

2009-06-12T19:45:00.001+06:00

During a keynote speech at the Intel Developer Forum in Shanghai, an Intel executive brandished a Netbook that looked Air-thin. Will inexpensive Linux Netbooks be a poor man's MacBook Air?

Most of the photos to date of upcoming Netbooks are ho-hum designs, engineered to be inexpensive yet practical for users such as young schoolchildren. But some upcoming designs look intriguing--and extremely thin.

"This Netbook is running Linux...As you see, this doesn't mean an ugly design. It's a really nice-looking, stylish design," said Dadi Perlmutter, executive vice president and general manager of Intel's Mobility Group, when waving a very-thin-looking Netbook (photo) at the audience during his keynote at IDF.

Consider the typical specifications for a Netbook (best exemplified by the tiny Eee PC) and it's not a stretch to design an ultraportable, ultrathin Netbook:

Power-sipping Atom processor: This chip will draw as little as 0.65 watt, much less than the Air's Core 2 Duo chip which has a TDP (Thermal Design Power, or thermal envelope) of 20 watts. This means less heat dissipation.

Solid-state drive: Netbooks (Eee PC, Intel Classmate) will typically use SSDs, not hard-disk drives--another power- and space-saving feature. (There will be exceptions such as the 2go, which packs a hard drive.)

No optical drive:: Typically, Netbooks won't come with optical drives--meaning power and cost savings.

Smaller display: Netbooks will have small, less-power-hungry displays, ranging from seven to nine inches.

Though not as well-endowed as full-fledged notebooks like the MacBook Air, Netbooks won't set you back $3,000 either. It's likely that the price will be much closer to $300--but that's a big unknown at this point.

Intel sees two distinct market opportunities for the Netbook. In the developing world, Netbooks will attract first-time buyers. In more mature markets, they will become supplemental PCs.

Intel Atom N270 Processor Set For Netbooks

2009-06-11T19:40:00.000+06:00

The Atom N270 processor got buried last week under the mobile Internet device PR juggernaut. But it may prove to be more popular initially than the high-profile Atom Z5XX series for MIDs.

As previously reported, the Atom Z500, Z510, Z520, Z530, and Z540 series of processors will go into handheld-size mobile Internet devices (MIDs) such as the Lenovo IdeaPad U8. Intel promoted the Z5XX series heavily at IDF because the chipmaker needs to jump-start a new category of personal computers that fit in your pocket. Whether consumers actually need these devices is a question that will be answered later this year.

Intel Atom, Celeron segmentation

(Credit: Intel)

The Atom N270 is quite different in this respect: It has a ready-made market. The N270 will go into an existing market segment--Netbooks--and will replace the popular Celeron in many cases, making this Atom potentially a high-volume chip. For example, currently, the Eee PC and Intel Classmate (technically Netbooks) use the Celeron. Versions of both these compact notebooks are slated to use the Atom. Based on Intel's description of the market, this category of Netbooks will use the N270 (see graphic).

Though the die (the actual processor inside the chip package) is the same for both the Atom Z5XX series and N270, the packaging and chipsets are different (see graphic). The N270 will use the 945GSE and 82801 (ICH7M) core logic. A version of this chipset (with 950 integrated graphics) is used in low-cost notebooks and desktops today. The Celeron has traditionally used the lower-end 915 chipset.

So, the way it shakes out is: the Atom Z5XX series for MIDs; the N270 (and upcoming processors) for Netbooks; the Celeron for low-cost notebooks. Note: the Atom Z5XX series includes a single-chip with integrated graphics called the Intel System Controller Hub.

Intel Core 2 Duo P8600

2009-06-11T16:40:00.005+06:00

The Intel Core 2 Duo processors are built in several of the world's most advanced, high-volume output manufacturing facilities using Intel's leading silicon process technology. The processor family is based on the revolutionary Intel Core microarchitecture, designed to provide powerful yet energy-efficient performance. With the power of dual cores, or computing engines, the processors can manage numerous tasks faster. They also can operate more smoothly when multiple applications are running, such as writing e-mails while downloading music or videos and conducting a virus scan.

Processor

Type / Form Factor: Intel Core 2 Duo P8600
Multi-Core Technology: Dual-Core
64-bit Computing: Yes
Processor Qty: 1
Clock Speed: 2.4 GHz
Bus Speed: 1066 MHz
Compatible Processor Socket: Socket P
Packaging Type: 478-pin Micro FCPGA
Manufacturing Process: 45 nm
Architecture Features: Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Execute Disable Bit capability, Intel Virtualization Technology, Intel 64 Technology, Intel Advanced Smart Cache, Intel Smart Memory Access

Cache memory

Installed Size: L2 cache - 3 MB
Type: Advanced Smart Cache

Expansion / connectivity

Compatible Slots: 1 x processor - Socket P

Miscellaneous

Package Type: Intel Boxed

Manufacturer warranty

Service & Support: 3 years warranty
Service & Support Details: Limited warranty - 3 years

Japan Handheld With Intel Atom Chip Debuts

2009-06-10T19:40:00.000+06:00

Sharp got atomized Monday. The Japanese electronics maker along with Willcom announced the ultra-mobile Willcom D4 "communication device" based on Intel's Atom processor and Microsoft's Vista operating system.

Microsoft and Intel were also credited with development of the device, according to the Japanese-language release on the Sharp Web site.

The handheld-size device uses a 1.33GHz Z520 Intel Atom processor and runs Windows Vista Home Premium (with Service Pack 1). Other prototype devices based on similar designs--referred to as mobile Internet devices or MIDs--have also been shown running the Linux operating system.

With a separate headset, the device can also be used as a phone using Wilcom's Personal Handy-phone System (PHS) network, both Sharp and Willcom said.

The device weighs in at 470 grams (about one pound) and features a 5-inch sliding LCD (1024x600/262K colors) with an LED backlight, a 1.8-inch 40GB hard disk drive (Ultra ATA/100), 64-key QWERTY keyboard, a built-in camera, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, a mirco SD card slot, and a USB 2.0 slot.

The D4's inclusion of a 40GB hard disk drive is an indicator that the device is meant to run Windows--because of the operating system's typically larger footprint--not Linux.

Intel Atom technology includes a single-chip with integrated graphics called the Intel System Controller Hub.

Atom will find its way into fit-in-your-pocket MIDs from Gigabyte, Toshiba, LG Electronics, Lenovo, and BenQ, among others. Netbooks (inexpensive, Internet-centric ultra-small notebook PCs) such as Asus's popular Intel-based Eee PC, MSI's Wind PC, and Clevo will also use the chip.

Willcom D4 is slated for a June release and is expected to be priced at 128,600 yen ($1,272).

Intel Atom Chip Makes Strong Showing

2009-06-09T19:34:00.000+06:00

Intel's Atom processor was prominently displayed in systems at a conference in Japan. The chipmaker's next-generation X4500 graphics also made an appearance.

Small systems and circuit boards using the Atom processor appeared on the Web site PC Watch, which highlighted designs at a "Systems Expo" in Tokyo.

A host of small devices with the Atom processor are due in June. The 45-nanometer chip will compete with processors from Via Technologies such as the C7 and upcoming Isaiah processor.

Small PCs and computer systems using the low-power Atom processor included a small embedded computer from Japan-based Dux, a car "infotainment" system from Portwell Japan, and a motherboard for mobile internet devices from Sophia Systems.

Advantech was also showing an Atom-based circuit board as was Nagano. A 1.6GHz Atom-based board from Omron was on display too.

And that's not the only upcoming Intel chip that made an appearance. A board was shown with Intel's upcoming X4500 graphics silicon. The X4500 is slated to be part of the forthcoming GM45 ("Cantiga") chipset for the mobile Centrino 2 platform and the G45 ("Eaglelake-G") chipset for desktops.

SanDisk, Intel, TDK Launch Solid State Drives

2009-06-08T19:31:00.001+06:00

If there was any doubt about the state of solid-state drives, Computex seems to be putting it to rest.

SanDisk, TDK, and Intel, among others, are announcing new solid-state drives while Asus is launching the Eee PC 1000 with a larger-capacity drive.

Solid-state drives (SSDs) are used increasingly instead of hard disk drives in small computers like the Asus Eee PC and devices like the Apple iPhone because SSDs use less power and are generally more rugged--due to the fact that they have no moving parts.

The Asus Eee PC 1000, for example, will be offered with SSDs up to 40GB in capacity, beating the 20GB SSD offered in the Eee PC 901.

With this market segment in mind, SanDisk introduced a line of solid-state drives that are designed for "netbooks"--a category of compact, low-cost notebook PCs best exemplified by the Eee PC.

The SanDisk "pSSD" (Parallel ATA solid state drive) is available in 4-, 8-, and 16-GB capacities. The device can achieve a "streaming read" speed of 39 megabytes per second and a streaming write (record) of 17MBps, according to SanDisk. These speeds compare favorably with the low-performance 1.8-inch hard disk drives used in small notebooks.

The pSSD solid-state drives are expected to be available starting in August when pricing will be announced.

TDK also launched new solid-state drives. The "HS1" series is a line of 1.8-inch solid-state drives with the Micro Serial-ATA (SATA) interface. The Micro SATA specification provides for a smaller connector for the high-speed SATA interface used widely in PCs today.

The HS1 series offers capacities of 16, 32, and 64 gigabytes, respectively. The product uses SLC (single-level cell) NAND flash memory. SLC-based solid-state drives are used widely, today but many SSD manufacturers are planning to move to more advanced multilevel cell (MLC) technology later this year.

Burst performance is 100MBps for reading data and 50MBps for writing data. These speeds compare favorably with 2.5-inch hard disk drives.

TDK's SSDs are now available for volume shipment at sample prices of about $1,900 for a 64GB model and about $1,400 for the 32GB model.

On Tuesday, Intel will introduce the Z-P230 Parallel ATA (PATA) series of solid-state drives. The Z-P230 "is a cost-effective storage solution designed to replace traditional hard disk drives in netbook and nettop systems, yet is four times smaller and lighter than a standard 1.8-inch hard disk drive," Intel said. The drives come in 4GB and 8GB capacities.

The Intel SSDs are being launched along with low-power Atom processors that include the N270 for netbooks and the 230 for low-cost desktops--what Intel calls nettops. The chips run at up to 1.6 GHz with an average power consumption of 2.5 watts.

Intel will also announce high-capacity solid-state drives in the second half of this year that have capacities of 80GB and 160GB.

Intel Debuts Atom Circuit Boards

2009-06-07T19:31:00.000+06:00

Appropriately, a tiny Intel system board has debuted to match the tiny Atom processor. This could yield more portable desktop PC designs like the Eee Box.

The Intel-made motherboard is based on the Mini-ITX standard, which was originally developed by Via Technologies.

Diminutive desktops based on these motherboards can get as small as a typical notebook PC--a design small enough and light enough to be portable.

Intel is calling this category of desktops that sport an Atom 230 or N270 processor Nettops.

Nettops are designed for basic computing tasks like browsing the Web and sending e-mail and are generally cheap, usually less than $300. They typically offer more expansion options, more ports, and greater flexibility than Atom-based Netbooks, which are essentially small notebook PCs.

Intel Nettops contain tiny desktop motherboards.

Intel Unveils First Quad-Core Processor Based on Nehalem: Core i7

2009-06-06T07:02:00.001+06:00

I don’t usually discuss PC, workstation, and server processors because I’m all about embedded processors these days. But Intel’s photo of the first Core i7 processor stopped me and I thought I’d write something. Here’s the photo:

The image shows four x86 processor cores arrayed across the top. Each core runs at 2.66 GHz (faster cores that exceed 3 GHz will appear in the future). Each of the four on-chip processor cores has its own 64-Kbyte L1 and 256-Kbyte L2 caches. The four on-chip processor cores share an on-chip, 8-Mbyte L3 cache and, of course, main memory external to the chip. An integrated, high-speed DDR3 memory controller links that off-chip main memory to the processor chip. In all, this is a very powerful machine.

Unfortunately, I get the impression from my many conversations with embedded systems designers that a lot of embedded designers think this is the right way to architect embedded systems. When they see three levels of on-chip cache used for this class of processor, they start to believe that all processors need caches—that cache memories are just part of the game now. What they forget or ignore is that processors in the same league with Intel’s Core i7 chip cost hundreds of dollars and dissipate many tens of Watts. This is a great league, but it’s not the embedded league.

Intel Cluster Ready News And Events

2009-06-05T19:23:00.000+06:00

Learn more about the Intel® Cluster Ready program. View news, articles, webinars, presentations, and videos, including news about the latest Intel® Xeon® processor 5500 series and its benefits for high performance computing. Discover how Intel Cluster Ready partners and customers are benefiting from the Intel Cluster Ready program by reading case studies and testimonials. And find out how you can participate in upcoming events in your area.

Current and Future Intel Processor Price Cuts as High as 20%

2009-06-04T20:55:00.001+06:00

According to news and rumor site DigiTimes, Intel doesn’t have much in the way of upcoming Core i7 processor price cuts, but if you’re looking to piece together a Core 2 machine, look for some pretty significant reductions in the near future.

Citing un-named motherboard makers, the site claims Intel will drop pricing on several quad-core processors on April 12. These include:

- Core 2 Quad Q9300 - $266 down to $213 (19.92%)
- Core 2 Quad Q9550S - $369 down to $320 (13.28%)
- Core 2 Quad Q9400S - $320 down to $277 (13.44%)
- Core 2 Quad Q8200S - $245 down to $213 (13.06%)

On May 31, DigiTimes says Intel will introduce a handful of new processors, among them the Core i7 975 (3.33GHz) for $999 and Core i7 950 (3.06GHz) for $562. Other new processors expected at the end of May include the Core 2 Duo E7600 for $133, Pentium E6300 for $84, and Celeron E1600 for $53.

Finally, if you can wait until mid-summer, Intel is expected to issue another round of price cuts on July 19. These include:

- Core 2 Quad Q8300 - $183 down to $163 (10.93%)
- Core 2 Duo E7500 - $133 down to $113 (15.04%)
- Pentium Dual-core E5400 - $84 down to $74 (11.9%)
- Pentium Dual-Core E5300 - $74 down to $64 (13.51%)
- Celeron Dual-core E1600 - $53 down to $43 (18.87%)

Intel Nehalem (Microarchitecture)

2009-06-04T15:00:00.001+06:00

Jump to: navigation, search Intel CPU core roadmaps from NetBurst to Sandy Bridge Nehalem is the codename for an Intel processor microarchitecture,[1] successor to the Core microarchitecture. The first processor released with the Nehalem architecture is the desktop Core i7,[2] which was released on November 15, 2008 in Tokyo and November 17, 2008 in the USA.[3] The first computer to use Nehalem-based Xeon processors was the Mac Pro workstation announced on March 3, 2009.[4] Nehalem-based Xeon EX processors for larger servers are expected in Q4 2009.[5] Mobile Nehalem-based processors will follow in 2010. Initial Nehalem processors use the same 45 nm manufacturing methods as Penryn. A working system with two Nehalem processors was shown at Intel Developer Forum Fall 2007,[6] and a large number of Nehalem systems were shown at Computex in June 2008. The architecture is named after the Nehalem River in Northwest Oregon,[citation needed] which is in turn named after the Nehalem Native American nation in Oregon.[citation needed] The code name itself had been seen on the end of several roadmaps starting in 2000. At that stage it was supposed to be the latest evolution of the NetBurst architecture. Since the abandonment of NetBurst, the codename has been recycled and refers to a completely different project.

AMD Sempron LE-1250 / 2.2 GHz processor

2009-06-03T21:11:00.001+06:00

AMD Sempron processors for desktop and mobile products offer best in class performance, compatibility with all the applications you need, and the reliability of AMD processors.

Processor

Type / Form Factor : AMD Sempron LE-1250

64-bit Computing : Yes

Power Efficiency : Energy Efficient

Processor Qty : 1

Clock Speed : 2.2 GHz

Compatible Processor Socket : Socket AM2

Manufacturing Process : 65 nm

Thermal Design Power : 45 W

Architecture Features : AMD64 technology

AMD Athlon 64 X2 5200+ / 2.7 GHz processor Dual-Core

2009-06-03T21:10:00.001+06:00

AMD Phenom X4 9150e / 1.8 GHz processor Quad-Core

2009-06-03T21:07:00.000+06:00

Realize new possibilities for connecting with friends, family, and digital entertainment with the phenomenal performance of the AMD Phenom X4 series quad-core processor. Built from the ground up for true quad-core performance, AMD Phenom X4 processors speed through advanced multitasking, critical business productivity, advanced visual design and modeling, serious gaming, and visually stunning digital media and entertainment.

AMD Black Edition AMD Phenom X4 9950 / 2.6 GHz processor Quad-Core

2009-06-03T21:03:00.002+06:00

Connect With Intel Centrino Processor Technology

2009-06-02T19:22:00.000+06:00

	End-to-End 802.11 Draft-N Notebooks with Intel® Centrino® processor technology are now available with new wireless technology offering faster throughput and better range. Certain WiFi Access Points (APs) are also available with the Draft-N standard of this technology.

Better, faster, stronger

802.11 Draft-N APs, when coupled with a notebook based on Intel Centrino processor technology including Intel® Next-Gen Wireless-N, can offer up to 5X throughput¹ and up to 2X the range² over APs with 802.11a/b/g.

The "Connect with Intel® Centrino®" logo program

Selected access points (PDF 17KB) are all 802.11 Draft-N and undergo a controlled set of tests to evaluate:

	Performance over range

	Real world use cases: video, voice, data transfer

	Backwards compatibility

	Coexistence with a/b/g networks

	Elimination of dead spots

We do the homework and you get the benefits.

Tested and verified to work together

Your new notebook with Intel® Centrino® processor technology and Intel Next-Gen Wireless-N has enormous potential. When you buy an 802.11 Draft-N Access Point, be sure to look for the "Connect with Intel® Centrino®" logo to maximize your WiFi experience.

Sample performance of approved vs. non-approved access points:

Look for the identifier on the wireless access point product packaging to ensure a better wireless experience with laptops based on Intel® Centrino® processor technology.

Intel WiMAX Products²

2009-06-02T19:21:00.001+06:00

Mobile Broadband On The Go

WiMAX extends broadband connectivity beyond WiFi hotspots, enabling faster download speeds and metro-wide connectivity. To take advantage of existing WiFi hotspots and to offer service beyond them, Intel provides WiFi and WiMAX connectivity in a highly compact module on Intel® Centrino 2 processor technology notebooks. Take your high-speed internet with you around town with WiMAX-enabled Intel® Centrino® 2 processor technology.

Intel 802.11 Draft-N§ products

2009-06-01T19:20:00.000+06:00

Intel® 802.11 Draft-N§ WiFi Adapters provide up to 450 Mbps of bandwidth¹ for today's demanding applications such as streaming High-Definition (HD) videos or backing-up your digital media files. In addition, Intel's 802.11 Draft-N§ products are backwards compatible to today's installed base of legacy 802.11a/b/g networks enabling you to connect in more places.

The Intel PRO/Wireless WI-Fi

2009-05-31T19:13:00.000+06:00

	The Intel PRO/Wireless network connection is a Wi-Fi CERTIFIED*^ product.		Intel® PRO/Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection and Intel® PRO/Wireless 2200BG Network Connection are FIPS validated with the 3eTI supplicant enabled solution.

			FIPS 140-2 Inside

^TM A Certification Mark of NIST, which does not imply product endorsement by NIST, the U.S. or Canadian Governments.

⁺ Wireless connectivity and some features may require you to purchase additional software, services or external hardware. Availability of public wireless LAN access points is limited, wireless functionality may vary by country and some hotspots may not support Linux-based Intel Centrino processor technology systems. System performance measured by MobileMark*. System performance, battery life, wireless performance and functionality will vary depending on your specific operating system, hardware and software configurations.

^ Wireless functionality may vary by country and Wi-Fi certification is not supported on Linux*-based Intel® Centrino® processor technology laptops. Check with your PC manufacturer for details. Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of their respective owners.

^◊ Intel® PROSet/Wireless Software v10.5 supports PCS and Intel Centrino processor technology based notebooks with Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection, Intel® PRO/Wireless 2200BG Network Connection and Intel® PRO/Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection. The software may not be supported by your PC's operating system and/or by your PC manufacturer. Some features may require specific hardware configurations. Check with your PC manufacturer for details.

§ Some security solutions may not be supported by your PC's operating system and may require additional software and/or certain hardware as well as wireless LAN infrastructure support. Check with your PC manufacturer for details.

Wireless Networking

2009-05-30T19:18:00.000+06:00

Intel® wireless networking solutions enable network connectivity without wires for notebook PC platforms. Intel products provide uncompromising performance, enhanced security and scalability for fast, flexible connectivity at work, at home, or on the road.

Intel Centrino 2 Processor Technology

2009-05-29T19:16:00.001+06:00

With new laptop PCs based on Intel® Centrino® 2 processor technology for the home, or Intel® Centrino® 2 with vPro™ technology for business, you'll experience a new breakthrough in mobile performance, enabled longer battery life, the future of wireless now with 802.11n standard, and more, right at your fingertips.‡ Delivering performance gains of up to 50%¹ enabled by a minimum 3MB Smart Cache and 1066MHz Front Side Bus, these laptops are equipped to handle everything from robust business to masterful multimedia and everything in between. And with Intel Centrino 2 processor technology, you'll make quick work of the toughest computing tasks like HD video encoding—up to 90% faster², so you can accomplish more without the wait.

Intel PRO/Wireless Network Connection

2009-05-28T19:11:00.000+06:00

The Intel® PRO/Wireless Network Connection is the integrated Wireless LAN (WLAN) solution for Intel® Centrino® processor technology and desktop personal computers. The Intel PRO/Wireless Network Connection provides freedom and flexibility to work and play without hunting for a phone jack, network cable, or plugging in a special card. Get connected through wireless LAN networks in your home, in the office, and in wireless LAN hotspots in airports, hotels and coffee shops. ⁺

Deploying WLAN technology in your home and business increases productivity, efficiency and flexibility by enabling faster decision making, reducing down-time, and enhancing employee satisfaction. For more information visit our WLAN ROI and WLAN Deployment web pages.

Intel 855PM Chipset

2009-05-27T19:51:00.000+06:00

The Intel® 855 chipset family is part of Intel® Centrino® processor technology and is designed to deliver breakthrough performance at lower power. The Intel® 855PM chipset memory controller hub (MCH-M) is a mobile chipset solution that has been optimized to support the Intel® Pentium® M processor, high speed DDR memory and a hub interface to ICH4-M. This chipset has an AGP 4X interface and provides flexible support for high performance discrete graphics solutions.

Features and benefits

400 MHz low power processor system bus	Supports 400 MHz system bus for single processor configurations.
Support for up to 2 GB of DDR 333/266/200 memory technology	Higher performance & flexibility.
Integrated high-speed USB 2.0	Support for USB 2.0 peripherals for 40X faster data transfer rate and backward compatible to support USB 1.0 devices.
AGP4X interface	High-bandwidth interface to provide flexible support for high performance mobile discrete graphics solutions.
Intel® Stable Image technology	Enables chipset HW changes, minimizing impact to IT SW image stability.
Dynamic input/output buffer disabling for processor system bus & memory	Reduces chipset power consumption by Intelligent activation or power-down of the processor system bus or memory.

Mobile Intel 915PM Express Chipset

2009-05-26T19:47:00.000+06:00

The Mobile Intel® 915PM Express chipset is a component of the Intel® Centrino® processor technology. It offers support for Intel® High Definition Audio which is a new enhanced audio specification for high quality audio enabling a premium home theater experience.

The Mobile Intel® 915PM Express chipset also supports up to 2 GB of DDR2 system memory which enables up to 60% increase in peak memory bandwidth and power benefits over DDR memory. Additionally Mobile Intel® 915PM Express chipset supports PCI Express* bus architecture, a highly scalable general purpose I/O for the latest industry peripherals like ExpressCard*.

Features And Benefits

533 MHz Front Side Bus	Up to 33% increase in Front Side Bus bandwidth over the previous generation.
Support for dual channel DDR2 400/533 MHz memory technology	Up to 60% improvement in peak memory bandwidth and average power savings over DDR memory.
Discrete Graphics	Supports a high speed PCI Express* graphics interface for the most demanding gaming and workstation applications.
Intel® Stable Image Technology	Supports a unified graphics driver. Enables hardware changes without impact to IT software image stability.
Serial ATA	Provides up to 150 MB/sec transfer rate for disk traffic.
Direct Media Interface (DMI)	With up to 2 GB/sec concurrent bandwidth, DMI provides up to 4x faster I/O bandwidth compared to previous Intel proprietary Hub link I/O interface.
Integrated high speed USB 2.0	Support for eight USB 2.0 peripherals for maximum 40x faster data transfer and backward compatible to support USB 1.1 devices.
Intel® High Definition Audio (Intel® HD Audio)◊	New audio specification enables increased bandwidth for high quality audio and support for Dolby* Technologies. Also enables power savings during audio activity.
PCI Express* Bus Architecture	Enables the next generation of discrete graphics and I/O. Delivers up to a 4 times increase in discrete graphics bandwidth and 2 times the I/O bandwidth. Also supports the latest industry peripherals like ExpressCard*. Low pin count offers maximum bandwidth per pin.

Intel Core i7 965 Quad Core Processor

2009-05-25T13:04:00.000+06:00

Winner of: Best Intel Processor for Performance

Why it's best: The ultimate Intel CPU, the Core i7 965 is factory-clocked at a blazing 3.20GHz. The Extreme’s main appeal over the lesser-tiered i7 940s and 920s is that it features unlocked multipliers for great overclocking performance. Intel’s new Nehalem architecture also radically re-thinks Intel’s past – and successful – Core 2 and Penryn chips by integrating an on-die memory controller, elimination of the aged front side bus which interestingly makes an i7 more akin to an AMD chip in many ways. The i7 also sports the return of Hyper Threading, which allows the quad-core chip to display eight logical cores for ultimate multitasking power. For those with extreme computers – and extreme budgets, the Core i7 965 Extreme should be on the top of your list.

Manufacturer Description: The Intel Core i7 processor features a 4-core, 8 software thread design with Intel Hyper-Threading Technology. Combined with Intel Turbo Boost technology, which accelerates the processor to match your workload, you'll get incredible performance no matter what your computing needs.

Best Intel Processor For Performance

2009-05-25T13:02:00.000+06:00

When it comes to system and gaming performance, Intel has a solid lead over AMD. The new Nehalem (Core-i7) processors are currently the fastest desktop performers on the market. They’re also fairly priced, though you’ll need to invest in DDR3 memory and a motherboard that supports the new CPU socket. If you’re looking for the most performance out of your desktop computer, these are the best CPUs money can buy.

AMD Gains Processor Market Share on Intel

2009-05-25T13:01:00.001+06:00

After five quarters of declining market share, Advanced Micro Devices gained ground in chip shipments over chief rival Intel during the first quarter of 2009, IDC said on Tuesday.

AMD saw its market share in processor shipments reach 22.3 percent during the first quarter of 2009, gaining 4.6 percent of the market compared with the fourth quarter of 2008. Intel lost 4.7 percent of the total market to reach a 77.3 percent share, IDC said in a survey.

AMD saw its market share increase because of a pricing advantage over Intel and a strong increase in desktop shipments, said Shane Rau, research director at IDC. Sequentially, AMD chip shipments increased 13 percent while Intel's shipments declined 16 percent.

Intel's sequential decline was partly due to suppliers holding back on purchases as they tried to clear up excess inventory of mobile processors, especially Atom processors for netbooks. Shipments of Atom processors recorded a sequential decline of 33 percent in the first quarter of 2009.

AMD has been restructuring its operations in an effort to reach profitability after more than two fiscal years of losses. The company last week merged its graphics and chip operations. Before that, it spun off its manufacturing assets to GlobalFoundries in order to cut manufacturing costs and focus on chip design.

AMD saw its mobile-processor market share reach 15 percent, grabbing 4.7 percent more of the market, while Intel's share fell to 84.3 percent from 89.1 percent. AMD also gained 3.8 percent of the market for desktop chips to reach 29.8 percent. Intel gave up 3.9 percent of the desktop chip market.

However, AMD lost 1.2 percent of the server and workstation chip markets, while Intel picked up the same amount to reach 89.3 percent.

AMD's gains couldn't stop the overall decline in worldwide processor shipments. Shipments reached around 65 million during the first quarter, a 13 percent year-over-year decline and a 10.9 percent sequential drop.

Even though excess inventory of desktop and mobile chips has been cleared out, unit shipments may continue to decline as customers hold back on PC purchases during the recession, Rau said.

IDC is a division of International Data Group, the parent company of IDG News Service

CORE 2 DUO Intel Processors

2009-05-25T12:58:00.000+06:00

Intel CORE 2 DUO are new generation completely redesigned in 65nm while the D series are updates of old generations and its 90nm. core 2 will make less heat which give a little advantage in performance already because of the 65nm. core 2 use less voltage which mean the quality of the circuit is better and make less heat. they incorporates more technologies like EIST and other good stuff i dont remember. core 2 integrated more cache in the cpu wich greatly improve ther performance.Intel Processor

core 2 E6600 and up are all better than the D series. dont look the speed in Ghz. its just misleading. the lower speed new generation design is more powerfull than the older one.
they just out perform anything at the moment (that includes the AMD AM2 Athlon64 and Athlon FX series)

If you are building a new computer. IF you have money take the core 2 extreme but E6600 and e6700 are already very good.
take a nvidia video card like 7600gt, or 7900gt, 7900gtx or 7950gt(x).

if you build a pc, use ASUS for best performance and reliability. They are the world leading software and hardware computer builders. Very enovative and design in each of their components compared to their competitors. For best performant and inovative motherborad look at the boards that are colored in black with either the latest nidivia or intel chipset. if you are a gamer i think you will take nvidia, but both are good. Those black boards offer the best features and new technologies like Dolby ditial HD audio, Hyperpath (increase memory efficiency), AI booster or AI gear (instantaneousy overclocking without restarting pc or going in the bios), etc. Asus give tones of free softwares which are expensive enough if you buy it yourself.

Intel Processor To announce Notebook

2009-05-25T12:53:00.001+06:00

Intel revealed their plans for a traditional notebook, ultra-thin CULV based, and range to netbook partner-partner. According to some sources, the information is expressed on a number of the notebook.

Intel notebook platforms in the future, which is scheduled Calpella outstanding in the third quarter 2009 with the aim notebook-sized 14, 15.6, 17.1, and 18.4 inches with a price range in 1200 U.S. dollars to the top, or intended for high end market. Meanwhile, for the stock, Intel will also cut the price berplatform Montevina notebook.

According to sources, the notebook manufacturers such as Quanta Computer, Compal Electronics, Wistron, Pegatron Technology, Micro-Star International (MSI), Elitegroup Computer Systems (ECS), Mitac Technology and Clevo already started preparation for the mass production of notebook based on the Calpella third quarter. They also plan to launch more models in the first quarter 2010.

Intel will push the sale of ultra-thin notebook with a processor CULV using Montevina processors as the excellent product and the targeted price range 699 to 1100 U.S. dollars. Some of the traditional notebook that offers the performance and price ratio is good also offered.

Due to low demand, Intel is planning to spend the N280 and Atom chipsets for netbook and GN40 leave the market with only one option ie Atom N270 and 945GSE chipset, at least until September this year.

Combination Atom N270 processor and chipset 945GSE akan start out of the market in September and was replaced by Atom processor with the latest chipset and Pineview with the code name Tiger Point. This platform will target 10-inch netbook segment with a price range of 399 to 599 U.S. dollars.

Intel also designed 8.9-inch netbook sail along with several producers. With spesifikai Atom processor N270, 945GSE chipset, 512MB memory, and flash-based media store with a capacity of 8GB or 16GB. The device will run the operating system Moblin v2.

With the price of production, post-sales maintenance, component supply, transport and customs costs, the price of the netbook is estimated only about 256 U.S. dollars. However, this particular segment of Intel akan supervise strictly the amount of supply.

Mobile Intel 945PM Express Chipset

2009-05-24T19:45:00.000+06:00

TheMobile Intel® 945PM Express chipset supports Intel® Centrino® processor technology and Intel's newest generation Intel® Centrino® processor technology.

The Mobile Intel® 945PM Express chipset delivers outstanding system performance through high-bandwidth interfaces such as dual-channel DDR2 memory, 667 MHz system bus, PCI Express* x16 graphics port and PCI Express x1 I/O ports, next generation Serial ATA and Hi-Speed USB 2.0 connectivity. Use of the Mobile Intel® 945PM Express chipset includes support for Intel® Active Management Technology, the next generation of remote client network management for business.

Features and benefits

667MHz Front Side Bus	Supports Intel® Core™ Duo and Intel® Core™ Solo processors with up to 25% faster data transfer rate compared to the previous generation bus speed.
PCI Express* x16 Interface	Delivers greater than 3.5 times the bandwidth over the traditional AGP interface and supports the latest high-performance graphics cards.
PCI Express x1 Interface	Offers up to 3.5 times the bandwidth over traditional PCI architecture, delivering faster access to peripheral devices and networking.
Intel® High Definition Audio (Intel® HD Audio)◊¹	Integrated audio support enables premium sound and delivers advanced features such as multiple audio streams and jack re-tasking. The Dolby* PC Entertainment Experience¹ is available exclusively on systems with Intel High Definition Audio.
Intel® Matrix Storage Technology◊²	Enables enhanced performance, power management and data protection for the storage subsystem.
Dual-channel DDR2 667MHz Memory Support	Up to 10.7GB/s of bandwith and up to 4GB memory addressability, for faster system responsiveness.
Integrated high speed USB 2.0	Support for 8 USB 2.0 peripherals for maximum 40x faster data transfer and backward compatible to support USB 1.1 devices.

Mobile Intel PM965 Express Chipset

2009-05-23T20:29:00.000+06:00

The Mobile Intel® PM965 Express Chipset provides Microsoft Windows Vista Premium* support with the highest level of Windows Aero* experience¹;. It delivers outstanding system performance through high-bandwidth interfaces such as dual-channel DDR2 memory, 800/533 MHz system bus, PCI Express* x16 graphics port and PCI Express x1 I/O ports, Serial ATA, and Hi-Speed USB 2.0 connectivity. Use of the Mobile Intel PM965 Express Chipset includes support for Intel® Active Management Technology (Intel® AMT) 2.5, the next generation of remote client network management for business.

Features And Benefits

Vista Premium support	Enables Vista Premium logo with the highest level of Aero experience.
800 MHz Front Side Bus support	Provides up to 20 percent faster data transfer rate compared to the previous generation bus speed.
Support for dual channel DDR2-667 MHz memory technology	Support for increased performance memory technology.
Integrated high speed USB 2.0	Support for 10 USB 2.0 peripherals for maximum 40x faster data transfer and backward compatible to support USB 1.1 devices.
Intel® Matrix Storage Manager 7.0	Enables enhanced performance, power management and data protection for the storage subsystem.
Intel® Active Management Technology (Intel® AMT) 2.5	Support for new levels of manageability and support for PC clients in the business environment.

Mobile Intel PM45 Express Chipset

2009-05-22T20:23:00.001+06:00

Mobile Intel® PM45 Express Chipset

The Mobile Intel® PM45 Express Chipset delivers Microsoft Windows Vista* Premium support with the highest level of Microsoft Windows Aero* experience.¹ It delivers outstanding system performance through high-bandwidth interfaces such as dual-channel DDR3 and DDR2 memory support, 1066 MHz system bus, PCI Express* x16 graphics port and PCI Express x1 I/O ports, Serial ATA, and Hi-Speed USB 2.0 connectivity. Use of the Mobile Intel PM45 Express Chipset includes support for Intel® Active Management Technology (Intel® AMT) 4.0, the next generation of remote client network management for business. Use of the Mobile Intel PM45 Express Chipset also includes support for dual graphics with ATI CrossfireX*, for extreme gaming.

Features And Benefits

Microsoft Windows Vista* Premium support	Enables Microsoft Windows Vista Premium logo and the highest level of Microsoft Windows Aero* experience with enabled DX 10 support.
1066 MHz Front Side Bus support	Provides faster data transfer rate compared to previous generation bus speed.
Support for DDR3 and DDR2 memory technology	Support for increased performance and more energy efficient memory technology.
Integrated high speed USB 2.0	Support for 12 USB 2.0 peripherals for maximum 40x faster data transfer and backward compatible to support USB 1.1 devices.
Intel® Matrix Storage Technology 7.0	Enables enhanced performance, power management and data protection for the storage subsystem.
Intel® Active Management Technology 4.0	Support for new levels of manageability and support for PC clients in the business environment.
ATI CrossFireX* support	Enables support for dual graphics required for extreme gaming.

Intel Core2 Solo Mobile Processor

2009-05-21T20:09:00.000+06:00

The Intel® Core™2 Solo processor is the next-generation single-core mobile processor that provides freedom and flexibility to live, work, and play on-the-go.

Features And Benefits

Power efficiency

The Intel Core 2 Solo processor has new power-saving features designed to extend the life of your battery. ⁺

Enhanced performance

The Intel Core 2 Solo processor is the next generation single-core processor for power-optimized mobile processing. It is enhanced to handle today's demanding software applications-such as CAD tools, 3D and 2D modeling or serious number-crunching programs.

Smarter, more efficient designs

Intel® Smart Cache enables smarter, more efficient cache and bus design for enhanced performance, responsiveness and power savings.

Intel® Centrino® processor technology

The Intel Core 2 Solo processor is one of many outstanding processor options for the Intel Centrino processor technology platform.

Intel Core2 Duo Mobile Processor

2009-05-20T20:05:00.000+06:00

Notebook freedom starts here. Unplug and multitask in more places.

When you power your laptop with an Intel® Core™2 Duo mobile processor, you'll get the performance you need for today's mobile multitasking. Built on the breakthrough 45nm hafnium-based technology, the Intel® Core™2 Duo mobile processor gives you plenty of power to run many demanding applications simultaneously, whether at home, in the office, or on on-the-go.

Intel Centrino Processor Technology

2009-05-19T08:41:00.000+06:00

A new standard in mobile processing performance.

The world is your playground and with a notebook based on Intel® Centrino® processor technology, you can experience high-definition digital entertainment, blistering performance, enabled longer-lasting battery life, and the new wireless standard for connectivity.Φ

Intel 64-Bit Architecture

2009-05-18T20:04:00.000+06:00

Intel® 64 Architecture

Intel® 64 architecture delivers 64-bit computing on server, workstation, desktop and mobile platforms when combined with supporting software.¹ Intel 64 architecture improves performance by allowing systems to address more than 4 GB of both virtual and physical memory.

Intel 64 provides support for:

64-bit flat virtual address space
64-bit pointers
64-bit wide general purpose registers
64-bit integer support
Up to one terabyte (TB) of platform address space

Intel Core2 Extreme Dual-Core Mobile Processor - X9100)

2009-05-17T20:02:00.000+06:00

Designed for gamers and power-users, the Intel Core 2 Extreme dual-core mobile processor the is world's highest performing dual-core processor&sup2. For those who want an intense, high-performance mobile computing experience, the Intel Core 2 Extreme dual-core mobile processor delivers revolutionary mobile dual-core performance with 3.06GHz frequency, 6MB of shared L2 Advanced Smart Cache, and Intel® Smart Memory Access with a blazing 1066MHz Front Side Bus (FSB).

Experience excellent mobile gaming and multimedia with the raw power, responsiveness and realism of revolutionary mobile dual-core performance. The Intel Core 2 Extreme dual-core mobile processor brings a whole new intensity to mobile gaming.

And just like its quad-core big brother, the Intel Core 2 Extreme dual-core mobile processor also offers the ultimate control to with bus ratio locks (overspeed protection) removed, so you can fine tune your notebook experience for maximum gaming performance.°

Intel Core2 Extreme Quad-Core Mobile Processor - QX9300)

2009-05-16T08:58:00.000+06:00

Intel® Core™2 Extreme quad-core mobile processor (QX9300)

Achieving clock speeds of up to 2.53GHz, along with an astounding 12 MB of shared L2 cache and a 1066 MHz Front Side Bus (FSB), the Intel Core 2 Extreme quad-core mobile processor is your ultimate engine for hi-def multimedia while powering the latest generation of hardcore games.

The Intel Core 2 Extreme quad-core mobile processor has four cores processing multiple threads and multiple tasks at blistering speeds for an incredible "like you're there" experience in advanced artificial intelligence (AI), particle systems, dynamic physics, and texture generation. As your ultimate engine for creating rich, HD videos with up to 50 percent faster performance when encoding³ and editingΩ video, these processors enable you to perform like a multiple armed monster.

Intel Core2 Extreme Mobile Processor

2009-05-15T08:54:00.000+06:00

Intel® Core™2 Extreme Mobile Processor

Designed from the ground up for extreme competitive gaming and HD multimedia on the fly, the Intel® Core™2 Extreme processors are the world's highest performing quad-core¹ and dual-core² mobile processors. Delivering all the performance of a desktop, enabled in a revolutionary, sleek, and killer notebook.

As your ultimate engine for hi-def digital content creation, HD multimedia, and a rockin' hardcore gaming experience, these notebooks provide the raw power, responsiveness, and realism you need for the most compute-intensive and multi-threaded apps-wherever you want to be.

Intel Dual-Core Technology

2009-05-14T08:51:00.000+06:00

Intel® Dual-Core Technology

Designed from the ground up for revolutionary energy-efficient performance, Intel® dual-core processors enable exceptional productivity enhancing features and rich multimedia experiences. As the catalyst for new processor architecture design, Intel dual-core processors have become the standard for our desktop, mobile, and server platforms.

Intel Atom Processor for Mobile Internet Devices

2009-05-13T08:45:00.001+06:00

Intel® Atom™ Processor for Mobile Internet Devices

For cutting-edge nomads seeking the best pocketable Internet experience, Intel® Atom™ processor for mobile internet devices unleashes the freedom and flexibility of Mobile Internet Devices (MIDs) enabling you to enjoy your entertainment or access the full Internet on the go.¹

A New Standard in Mobile Processing

2009-05-12T08:39:00.001+06:00

A new standard in mobile processing performance

The

world is your playground—and with a notebook based on Intel® Centrino® 2 processor technology, you can experience high-definition digital entertainment, blistering performance, enabled longer-lasting battery life, and the new wireless standard for connectivity.‡

Intel Centrino With vPro Technology

2009-05-11T08:37:00.000+06:00

Business takes you places-when it does, you want the best Intel®-based laptops for business with Intel® Centrino® with vPro™ technology. Combining remote manageability, unique hardware-assisted and proactive security features, and breakthrough mobile performance, these laptops provide reliability IT can trust, unleashed.

Intel Centrino2 with vPro Technology

2009-05-10T08:29:00.000+06:00

Keep Your Workforce More Secure, Managed, And Mobile.

With security and manageability built right onto the chip, Intel® Centrino® 2 with vPro™ technology provides hardware-assisted remote isolation, diagnostics, and repair

, so you can manage your mobile workforce remotely, even if the system's OS is unresponsive.¹ And with exceptional dual-core performance, 5X better wireless performanceΩ and the longest possible battery life.²

Now you can also get notebooks with Intel Centrino 2 with vPro technology in astonishingly thin and light packages. As the smallest version of Intel® Centrino® processor technology yet-50 percent smaller-you're most mobile workforce can enjoy the sleekest full-featured and performance packed notebooks³ along with improved energy efficiency and power savings.°

One Intel Processor Per Child

2009-05-09T08:16:00.001+06:00

One Intel Processor Per Child

According to the US Census Bureau, there are over 1.8 billion children in the world under the age of 14.

Intel would like to sell them all a processor. And, ideally, a chipset with graphics, some flash memory, and networking.

If there are going to be 1.8 billion $100 laptops, Intel might be able to earn $25 each, or $45 billion for the chips inside them.

Of course, AMD would also like to earn that revenue. Before this week, it looked like AMD had the inside track. AMD was in the right place at the right time when MIT professor Nicholas Negroponte proposed the idea for the $100 laptop, now known as the XO computer from the OLPC (One Laptop per Child) project.

Intel opposed the project, apparently just because AMD got there first.

But this week, Intel joined the project. Intel has announced plans for low-end x86 processors that should fit the bill, and the company will no doubt help in other ways. Also, Intel will undoubtedly learn a lot about this market, and build important contacts in the developing nations where the XO is expected to be most popular.

But Intel is so large that the OLPC project means only a slight increment in its revenue. To hit that $100 price-- the XO currently costs $175 or so-- the profit margin of the silicon vendors must be cut to the bone, and Intel simply isn't in the business of selling low-margin silicon. The real payoff for Intel will come if it can "sell up" potential XO customers.

But that would undermine the goal of the OLPC project, which is to get useful computers into the hands of the world's children at the lowest possible cost. We'll have to see if Intel is willing to compromise its own profitability for this cause.

Intel Ships New Tools That Boost Game Performance

2009-05-08T08:11:00.000+06:00

Intel® Graphics Performance Analyzers Suite Launches as Part of Visual Adrenaline Program to Advance Visual Computing Software

GAME DEVELOPERS CONFERENCE, San Francisco, March 23, 2009 – Intel Corporation today announced the release of Intel® Graphics Performance Analyzers (GPA), a suite of software tools created in support of the Visual Adrenaline developer program.

Offered worldwide, GPA enables PC game developers to analyze and optimize game performance on Intel® Integrated Graphics. The Visual Adrenaline program, launched at the Intel Developer Forum in San Francisco in August 2008, provides tools, resources and information for game developers, artists and animators.

GPA provides in-depth application analysis and customization so developers can pinpoint performance bottlenecks and optimize games for Intel-based desktop PCs and laptops that use Intel's chipsets. GPA consists of three components: System Analyzer, Frame Analyzer and the Software Development Kit (SDK). System Analyzer delivers high-level views of overall software performance, Frame Analyzer offers in-depth frame-by-frame performance analysis and the SDK enables developers to customize the suite according to their needs. Developers have the choice to run the tools locally or remotely through a network connection.

"Game developers need simple, yet powerful tools which enable them to create games that look real, act real and feel real," said Elliot Garbus, vice president and general manager of Intel's Visual Computing Software Division. "The Intel Graphics Performance Analyzers suite is the only software development toolkit that provides a holistic view of system performance for games running on Intel Integrated Graphics. Solving performance bottlenecks with GPA ensures developers are delivering the best gaming experience."

"Gas Powered Games is thrilled with the resources available to us as members of the Visual Adrenaline Developer Program," said Chris Taylor, CEO and founder of Gas Powered Games. "The competitive landscape requires tools that evolve with the industry and deliver rapid turn-around for graphics solutions. The Intel Graphics Performance Analyzers helped us unlock a higher level of optimization, making our games look even better and run on a broader spectrum of hardware configurations."

Intel Shows Smallest PC Motherboard At IDF

2009-05-07T14:47:00.001+06:00

Intel showed what it considers the smallest PC motherboard in the world at the Intel Developers Forum (IDF) in Shanghai. The motherboard, or main PC circuit board, will go into the company's next-generation "Moorestown" mobile Internet device (MID) platform due in the 2009-2010 time frame.

"Our engineers have been very hard at work on Moorestown," Anand Chandrasekher, senior vice president and general manager of Intel's Ultra Mobility Group, said during an IDF keynote speech Wednesday. "The platform design teams have been hard at work in figuring out what is the smallest form factor that they can actually fit a complete PC motherboard into so they can deliver a great mobile Internet experience."

"What I'm holding in my hand is what is possibly the world's smallest PC motherboard," Chandrasekher said. The Moorestown motherboard houses the processor, chipset (including graphics), and memory, along with silicon for 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS, he said. "This is the heart of the new machine."

Moorestown will be Intel's showcase system-on-a-chip, combining the CPU, graphics, and memory controller (and other silicon mentioned above) on a single die. It will likely be the main launching pad for Intel into the mobile phone market--what the chipmaker calls "MID phones." Moorestown may also be a major market for Intel's upcoming solid-state drives.

Intel Celeron M Processor

2009-05-07T13:52:00.005+06:00

Based on an architecture designed specifically for mobile computing, the Intel® Celeron® M Processor delivers a balanced level of mobile processor technology and exceptional value for sleeker, lighter laptop designs.

Intel® Celeron® M Processor
->Processor NumberΔ	Intel® 64 architecture 530, 523, 520
->Architecture	65 nm, 90 nm, 130 nm process technology	130 nm process technology
->L2 Cache	1MB, 512KB	512KB
->Clock Speed	1.20 to 2 GHz	NA
->Clock Speed--Ultra	900 MHz to 1.20 GHz	800 MHz
->Front Side Bus	400 MHz and 533 MHz	400 MHz
->Chipsets	Mobile Intel® 945 Express Chipset Family Mobile Intel® 940 GML Express Chipset Mobile Intel® 915 Express Chipset Family Mobile Intel® 910 GML Express Chipset Intel® 855 Chipset Family Intel® 852GM Chipset
->Related Products	Intel® Core™2 Duo processor Intel® Pentium® M processor
->Ther Key Features	Execute Disable Bit° (520, 450, 443, 440, 430, 423, 420, 410, 390, 383, 380, 360J and 350J products only) Intel® 64 architectureΦ (520 product only) Mobile optimized architecture Low power technologies Streaming SIMD Extensions 2 Micro FCPGA & FCBGA packaging technology (ULV parts only available in FCBGA)

Mobile Intel GS45 Express Chipset

2009-05-07T13:13:00.001+06:00

Mobile Intel® GS45 Express Chipset

The mobile Intel® GS45 Express Chipset , featuring the mobile Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) 4500MHD, delivers

Microsoft Windows Vista* Premium support with the highest level of Windows Aero* experience
Blu-ray* logo capable HD video playback, with native support for Blu-ray* drives
Great 3D graphics performance
Intel® Clear Video Technology for excellent video quality

The mobile Intel® GS45 Express chipset features hardware based decoding for Blu-ray content, dual-channel DDR3 and DDR2 memory support, up to 1066 MHz system bus, PCI Express* x16 graphics ports and PCI Express x1 I/O ports, Serial ATA, and Hi-Speed USB 2.0 connectivity.

Intel Campaigns To Polish Its Brand

2009-05-07T08:05:00.001+06:00

But when Intel was developing its biggest advertising campaign in years, it handed a carefully thought-out brief to the ad agency Venables Bell & Partners, which said Intel's idea--to talk about the company's role in everyday life--was, in a word, bad.

Intel's notion was, "we're so important to your everyday life. Imagine a world without Intel. Your lights would go out. The world would stop revolving," said Deborah Conrad, vice president and general manager of Intel's corporate marketing group. "Venables Bell said, 'You got that wrong.'"

The campaign that Venables Bell fashioned, which begins Monday in the United States, focuses instead on the amusingly weird, technology-focused culture of Intel and celebrates the company's role in the future, rather than the present. The tagline is "Sponsors of Tomorrow," and the ads highlight achievements of Intel engineers in a humorous way.

The campaign is Intel's first that focuses on its brand rather than its products, Conrad said. It is Intel's most expensive campaign since 2006, and the company wants it to run for at least three years.

One of the company's challenges is that people do not buy products from Intel directly--it makes chips and materials that go into electronics made by Dell and Hewlett-Packard, among others.

"The fact that we're an ingredient, it's easy to get lost," Conrad said. "We really needed to put some meaning into Intel, so 'Intel inside' means something again."

Before it created the campaign, Venables Bell pulled together clips from 20 or so commercials for technology companies and realized that pretty much every company had talked about its role in the present.

"Every cell phone company, every printer company, gosh, even Web sites, even Cisco--Cisco makes routers!--they're all claiming to be the ones delivering that everyday life angle," said Greg Bell, co-creative director and founder of Venables Bell, based in San Francisco. "It's just really trite."

So the agency began looking at what Intel had actually produced in terms of research and development, and found that Intel's engineers really were not working on powering today's world. They were working on projects that were a few years from hitting the market. That inspired the tagline "Sponsors of Tomorrow."

As for the advertising, "we went into the pitch with our perception: 'Well, they're kind of just a big microprocessor company, so it should be interesting to put a shine on that,'" Bell said.

Then ad executives began spending time at Intel, and noticed its appealing culture. "We started thinking about Intel, like, 'OK, what's it like in the cafeteria when they're in there eating lunch together?' There's got to be a whole hierarchy of people in there who they admire," Bell said. That inspired the ads' theme: the odd technophile Intel culture.

In one television ad, a group of employees gape, scream and writhe as a middle-aged Indian man in a navy vest, an ID tag hanging from his neck, struts through a break room. One employee rips open his button-down shirt to reveal a T-shirt with the man's image on it, while another worker clamors for his autograph. "Ajay Bhatt, co-inventor of USB," an on-screen graphic reads as the man, an actor, winks at an admirer. "Our rock stars aren't like your rock stars."

Credit: Intel

One of Intel's new tongue-in-cheek
commercials show employees drooling
over a tech inventor.

In a related print ad, photographs depict a group of rock musicians next to lab workers in white coats. "Your rock stars aren't like our rock stars," the ad reads.

The real inventors are not in the ads; they are played by actors. Bell said he wanted to ensure the commercials were humorous, and avoid arguments with Intel employees over which should be featured.

"When you are required politically to cast certain people and get everyone involved, you tend to get this watered-down, feel-good campaign that works really well internally and makes the company itself feel good," but does not appeal to consumers, he said.

The ads will run in about 30 countries by the end of June, with media buying handled by OMD, a unit of the Omnicom Group. Intel asked for ads where it would not have to change much besides the language from country to country. Still, when Intel hired a London company called Tag to advise it on adjusting the ads globally, Tag suggested certain changes.

What is seen as a funny comparison in the United States, Tag told Intel, could be offensive elsewhere. One American ad shows a little girl smiling over her neat bedroom, and another shows technicians wearing spacesuit-like outfits in an immaculate Intel factory.

Intel's new marketing slogan.

"Your clean room isn't like our clean room," it reads. But in China, that comparison can be seen as offensive. "In China, you've got to appear like you're not talking down about another group for the sake of making your group look good," Bell said. "You've got to be careful if they think that comes off as arrogant." So the agency adapted that ad to show engraved jade next to an intricate Intel chip. "Your exquisite carving isn't like our exquisite carving," it says.

The campaign also includes digital elements. The company is doing a homepage takeover on NYTimes.com on Monday. Visitors to the site will see a version of a paper as though it were 2040, with headlines like "Star Athlete Tests Positive for Android." "We're really excited about it but we're a little cautious" Conrad said. "We think we've done this in a tasteful, fun way."

It also includes digital billboards in Times Square, Berlin, Los Angeles, San Francisco and several other locations, with questions like, "What do you hope to see in the future?" Viewers can send text responses to a special number. A few minutes later, after Intel has reviewed the answers for appropriateness, the responses will appear on billboards throughout the United States.

Despite sliding sales at Intel, where first-quarter revenue fell 26 percent to $7.1 billion and profit fell 55 percent, Conrad said this was a smart time to spend money on marketing. The co-founder of Intel, Gordon Moore, has always encouraged spending in a recession, she said.

"His whole view was you should invest during the recession so when you come out of it, you're in a leadership position, not two steps behind," she said. "Year in, year out, you'll see us investing."

Intel Shows Off 80-Core Processor

2009-05-06T08:59:00.003+06:00

Intel has built its 80-core processor as part of a research project, but don't expect it to boost your Doom score just yet.

Chief Technical Officer Justin Rattner demonstrated the processor in San Francisco last week for a group of reporters, and the company will present a paper on the project during the International Solid State Circuits Conference in the city this week.

The chip is capable of producing 1 trillion floating-point operations per second, known as a teraflop. That's a level of performance that required 2,500 square feet of large computers a decade ago.

Intel first disclosed it had built a prototype 80-core processor during last fall's Intel Developer Forum, when CEO Paul Otellini promised to deliver the chip within five years. The company's researchers have several hurdles to overcome before PCs and servers come with 80-core processors--such as how to connect the chip to memory and how to teach software developers to write programs for it--but the research chip is an important step, Rattner said.

A company called ClearSpeed has put 96 cores on a single chip. ClearSpeed's chips are used as co-processors with supercomputers that require a powerful chip for a very specific purpose.

Intel's research chip has 80 cores, or "tiles," Rattner said. Each tile has a computing element and a router, allowing it to crunch data individually and transport that data to neighboring tiles.

Intel used 100 million transistors on the chip, which measures 275 millimeters squared. By comparison, its Core 2 Duo chip uses 291 million transistors and measures 143 millimeters squared. The chip was built using Intel's 65-nanometer manufacturing technology, but any likely product based on the design would probably use a future process based on smaller transistors. A chip the size of the current research chip is likely too large for cost-effective manufacturing.

The computing elements are very basic and do not use the x86 instruction set used by Intel and Advanced Micro Devices' chips, which means Windows Vista can't be run on the research chip. Instead, the chip uses a VLIW (very long instruction word) architecture, a simpler approach to computing than the x86 instruction set.

There's also no way at present to connect this chip to memory. Intel is working on a stacked memory chip that it could place on top of the research chip, and it's talking to memory companies about next-generation designs for memory chips, Rattner said.

Intel's researchers will then have to figure out how to create general-purpose processing cores that can handle the wide variety of applications in the world. The company is still looking at a five-year timeframe for product delivery, Rattner said.

But the primary challenge for an 80-core chip will be figuring out how to write software that can take advantage of all that horsepower. The PC software community is just starting to get its hands around multicore programming, although its server counterparts are a little further ahead. Still, Microsoft, Apple and the Linux community have a long way to go before they'll be able to effectively utilize 80 individual processing units with their PC operating systems.

"The operating system has the most control over the CPU, and it's got to change," said Jim McGregor, an analyst at In-Stat. "It has to be more intelligent about breaking things up," he said, referring to how tasks are divided among multiple processing cores.

"I think we're sort of all moving forward here together," Rattner said. "As the core count grows and people get the skills to use them effectively, these applications will come." Intel hopes to make it easier by training its army of software developers on creating tools and libraries, he said.

Intel demonstrated the chip running an application created for solving differential equations. At 3.16GHz and with 0.95 volts applied to the processor, it can hit 1 teraflop of performance while consuming 62 watts of power. Intel constructed a special motherboard and cooling system for the demonstration in a San Francisco hotel.

The Fastest Processor Ever by INTEL

2009-05-05T08:56:00.001+06:00

The Fastest Processor Ever by INTEL

Intel Has launched the new Core 7 Processor, The processor is really amazing, and it considered as the fastest Intel Processor ever.

Processor and a new official name of “I Core 7″ was developed under the code name “Nihalm” It is the first quad-core processor produced by “Intel” specializing in computer chips.

And put “Intel” processor in the new three copies of the best “any Corps 7 - 965,” which described magazine “Computer Bild” after the test as “the fastest processor has already tested the magazine at all.” Characterized by three copies of “any Corps 7″ as faster processors of the best company, “Intel” in existing markets, namely a dual-core processor, “Intel Core 2 Extreme X-kyu 9770.”

Can each of the four core processor in the “Core any 7″ single entry on the temporary memory of computers, which gives the high-speed performance, and the new chip-enabled “Heiberthreyding” which allowed him to perform more than one job at the same time.

For his part, Martin Strobl spokesman, “Intel” in the German city of Munich that the secret behind the high-speed performance is not due to the existence of four separate nuclei, but due to the new unit to control the memory and processor installed within itself and allow the speedy delivery of data between memory chip and operating in Computer.

The new processor will require “any 7-Cours,” the latest type of major paintings, and this can not run on older PCs without a major change in her paintings, is expected to put the paintings are compatible with the new processor on the market soon. Strobl says that the new chip “will not only serve the people who use computers to surf the Internet or dealing with Office applications.”

He adds a chip Andreas brominated magazine “Computer Bild that” processor “Intel Core any 7″ will also act more quickly when dealing with audio files, but the strength of this processor is clearly reflected in dealing with images and video files as well as computer games, which are heavily visual effects.

Intel Pentium 4 Socket 478 Processor 1.7 GHz

2009-05-05T08:06:00.000+06:00

(openPR) - Advantech announced in separate releases, two new 10GE-enabled products exclusively tuned for the quad-core Intel® Xeon® Processor 5500 Series which Intel introduced today.

The Advantech FWA-6500 adds a new performance point to high end multi-core security and network application platforms. With incredible 8-core / 16-threaded performance the FWA-6500 is able to handle massive throughput thanks to Intel’s highest performing extended lifecycle processors to date, the Intel® Xeon® processor 5500 series.

Intel® RAID Controller SRCSAS18E

2009-05-04T08:04:00.000+06:00

An Eight-Port RAID Solution Delivering High Performance and Reliability

The Intel® RAID Controller SRCSAS18E is the first Intel RAID Controller to support both Serial ATA (SATA) and Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) devices. This gives businesses the ability to customize RAID solutions and help lower the total cost of ownership with a standardized server and storage infrastructure.

The RAID Controller SRCSAS18E supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 10, and 50 and enclosure management using SAF-TE, SES2, and Serial GPIO protocols. The controller simplifies long-term server operation and maintenance by providing auto rebuild, remote Web-based management of the RAID array through the Intel RAID Web Console 2 utility, and both online capacity expansion and RAID-level migration.

Intel® RAID Controller SRCSASPH16I

2009-05-03T08:05:00.000+06:00

The Intel® RAID Controller SRCSASPH16I addresses data availability concerns that arise when large numbers of drives are deployed in mission-critical environments. With 16 internal ports, this SAS/SATA RAID solution can directly connect to SAS or SATA hard drives. This adapter can support up to 122 physical devices for the most storage-intensive environments.

Intel® Workstation Board S5000XVN

2009-05-02T08:03:00.000+06:00

High performance board delivers the power of multi-core, dual-sockets to the demanding workstation environment

The Intel® Workstation Board S5000XVN provides incredible performance and memory capacity for demanding workstation operations. This workstation board is ideal for customers needing server class performance and reliability, in addition to high-end graphics. The Intel Workstation Board S5000XVN is acoustically optimized to minimize distractions in shared environments. Supports the latest generation of Microsoft Windows Vista* operating systems.

Intel® WiFi Link 5300 and Intel® WiFi Link 5100 Products

2009-05-01T08:02:00.000+06:00

The Intel® WiFi Link 5000 is a family of IEEE 802.11a/b/g/Draft-N¹ wireless network adapters that operate in both the 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz spectra. These adapters, available in both PCIe* Mini Card and Half Mini Card form factor deliver up to 450 Mbps of bandwidth² via features such as MIMO technology, 40 MHz Channel support, and Packet Aggregation.

The widespread acceptance of 802.11 Draft-N¹ products has been driven by users seeking to exchange information in a timely manner, stream High Definition (HD) video, and handle voice, video, and data traffic concurrently. This has led to the adoption of 802.11 Draft-N¹ as a key technology component in both Consumer and Enterprise notebook PCs. The Intel® WiFi Link 5000 Series Wireless Adapters incorporate this 802.11 Draft-N¹ technology with the Intel® Ultimate N WiFi Link 5300 Series delivering leading edge bandwidths of up to 450Mbps².

Intel® WiMAX/WiFi Link 5350 and Intel® WiMAX/WiFi Link 5150

2009-04-30T08:01:00.000+06:00

The Intel® WiMAX/WiFi Link 5350 and Intel® WiMAX/WiFi Link 5150 are the family of IEEE 802.16e and 802.11a/b/g/Draft-N1¹ wireless network adapter that operates in the 2.5GHz spectrum for WiMAX and 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz spectra for WiFi. This adapter delivers up to 13Mbps² downlink and 3Mbps² uplink over WiMAX and up to 450Mbps Tx/Rx³ over WiFi. This integrated module embedded in new Intel® Centrino® 2 processor technology notebooks provides flexible and convenient connectivity to both WiFi and WiMAX networks to enhance today's mobile lifestyle.

Intel® Server Chassis SR1500

2009-04-29T08:01:00.000+06:00

A flexible 1U rack-optimized chassis for cost-effective high-density and cluster applications
Intel® Server Chassis SR1500 is a performance 1U rack-mount chassis. Feature set supports the high-density server market with: improved serviceability, accessory kits allowing for configuration options and Intel® Cable Reduction Technology that simplifies server infrastructure by eliminating cables to support up to three hot-swappable SAS (Serial Attach-SCSI) or SATA (Serial ATA) hard drives and one slim-line optical device.

Intel® Server Chassis SC5400

2009-04-28T08:00:00.000+06:00

Maximum Reliability, Scalability, and Manageability in a Highly Versatile Intel® Server Chassis
The Intel® Server Chassis SC5400 offers an ideal solution for a variety of business environments. With great reliability, wide-ranging scalability, strong manageability, the SC5400 is a solid, cost-effective solution for a range of environments, from small businesses to database servers. The SC5400 chassis family supports SAS, SATA and SCSI drives for configuration and application flexibility. Applications needing maximum reliability, serviceability and uptime can benefit from the SC5400LXI SKU, which integrates fully redundant hot-swap power supplies and fans, and support for 6-drive hot-swap SAS/SATA drives.

Intel® Modular Server

2009-04-27T08:00:00.000+06:00

A simple, flexible system that provides exceptional value

The Intel® Modular Server enables business in a box with seamless installation, migration, and growth capabilities. It has the ability to support up to six server compute modules, two hard disk drive options (six 3.5" SAS/SATA or fourteen SAS 2.5" hard disk drives), as well as two Ethernet Switch Modules, integrated SAN, and a management module. The Intel Modular Server is a flexible and powerful system for the small to midsize business.

Intel® Carrier Grade Server TIGPR2U

2009-04-26T07:59:00.000+06:00

Innovative NEBS-3/ETSI-certified 2U Rack Server for Next-Generation Telecom Solutions for IO Support

Intel® Carrier Grade Server TIGPR2U delivers an ideal solution for the demanding environment and limited space of central offices, highly available data centers and rugged environments, as well as the convergence of voice and IP. This carrier grade server is offered as a standard building block to enable OEMs and TEMs to create their own value-added solutions for a variety of telecom applications, such as unified messaging, Voice over IP, call control, media and signaling

Intel® IP Network Server NSC2U

2009-04-25T07:59:00.000+06:00

The Intel® IP Network Server NSC2U, featuring the Intel® Xeon® processors 5400Δ and 5300Δ series, provides extended lifecycle support and improved performance-per-watt over previous-generation rack-mount servers. Due to high I/O throughput and performance, the NSC2U is an excellent choice for network security applications with large I/O requirements, including intrusion detection/intrusion prevention, VPN/firewall, and unified threat management solutions.

The NSC2U features shallow depth, DC power capabilities, and the ruggedness usually found on carrier-grade servers. It is well suited for enterprise application acceleration and content caching, and is an ideal platform for running Telco SoIP, including IMS, IPTV, video on demand (VoD), SIP application servers, IP-PBX, and IP-PSTN gateways.

Intel® Z-P230 PATA Solid-State Drive

2009-04-24T07:58:00.000+06:00

Affordable and low-power storage solution for netbooks and nettops

The Intel® Z-P230 PATA Solid-State Drive (SSD) is an innovative storage solution for value mobile and desktop systems such as netbooks and nettops.

Four times smaller than a traditional 1.8" hard disk drive and as little as one-fourth the weight, the Intel® Z-P230 PATA SSD is designed to replace traditional hard disk drives in netbook and nettop systems.

The solid-state design means no moving parts, providing ruggedness that's perfect for mobile designs. And the Intel Z-P230 SSD's low power requirements translate to longer battery life.

The Intel® Z-P230 PATA SSD is now available in two sizes: 40-pin ZIF module (top) and a space-saving mini-card module (bottom).

Intel® Z-P140 PATA Solid-State Drive

2009-04-23T07:57:00.000+06:00

Ultra-small, low-power storage solution with the right features and performance for mobile Internet devices, digital entertainment and embedded products

Right fit: smallest form-factor complete PATA solid-state drive (SSD) solution
Right capacity: meets the storage capacity requirements for mobile devices
Right performance: speed, power and solid-state reliability

Intel® Desktop Board DG45FC

2009-04-22T07:55:00.000+06:00

Built in the mini-ITX form factor, Intel® Desktop Board DG45FC is a small but powerful desktop board with integrated HDMI display output and hardware accelerated decode during high-definition playback. With support of Intel® Core™2 Duo processors and up to 1333 FSB, you can expect a lot from this tiny desktop board!

Intel Desktop Board DG45FC supports Dolby Home Theater* and is Microsoft Windows Vista* Premium WHQL certified.

Intel® Turbo Memory with User Pinning

2009-04-21T07:57:00.001+06:00

Intel® Turbo Memory with User Pinning brings mobile and desktop systems performance to new heights through the innovative extension of Flash Memory architectures into computing platforms. User Pinning offers more options to the user to improve system applications launch time and responsiveness.