Fixed cables, extremely low noise levels and great value Glinde, 18th of June 2013 – be quiet!, market leader with power supplies in Germany for seven consecutive years*, introduces its brand new “Pure Power L8″ power supplies. The new series ranging from 300 to 700 Watts offers unprecedented low noise levels in the entry market and takes recent customer needs into account, offering PCIe connectors already for the 300 Watt model. Pure Power L8 now with fixed cables be quiet!’s Pure Power L8 with cable management is one of the most successful power supplies for the company. It offers a great set of features for a reasonable price. Now be quiet! decided to broaden this offer even more by releasing Pure Power L8 models in a version with fixed cables. Doing so, be quiet! is able to bring the fantastic feature set of these popular PSUs to an even lower price level. Power supplies that fit individual needs As we learn to understand the consequences for our energy hunger during the last decades, the power supply market is changing. People want more efficient power supplies that fit their individual needs, don’t waste energy and are capable of powering efficient pc systems with even two graphic cards. That`s exactly the reason why be quiet! offers the new Pure Power L8 with a great connectivity even for the low wattage models: starting at 300 Watts there is a dedicated PCIe connector for graphics cards. At 400 Watts and above customers a...

Visitors can look forward to exciting products and a great entertainment program at the Antec booth Fremont, CA – May 29, 2013 - Antec, Inc., the global leader in high-performance computer components and accessories for the gaming, PC upgrade and Do-It-Yourself markets, is showing a number of new cases, power supplies and A.M.P products at COMPUTEX TAIPEI 2013, Asia’s largest and most influential trade show for the computer industry, held yearly in Taipei, Taiwan from June 4 – 8, 2013. “COMPUTEX TAIPEI 2013 is our main event in Asia to showcase our newest innovations and technologies,” said Frank Lee, Director of A.M.P at Antec. “This event is not only the ideal environment to unveil the latest and upcoming products, but also to meet our customers and partners, and foster these relationships face-to-face.” Antec will present its latest innovations for the core business line. From its brand new super gaming tower Nineteen Hundred, the new performance case P100 and state-of-the-art High Current Pro Platinum supply line, crafted for the most demanding gaming and professional user builds and featuring Antec’s OC LinkTM technology and GridTM, an interactive software which provides real-time display, control & alarm function for Antec HCP-Platinum GRIDTM power supplies, to the new mobile Bluetooth speaker models SP3, SP1 Zero and SP1+ of A.M.P, Antec’s subsidiary offering mobile lifestyle solutions. Adding t...

  Presenting the Deep Silence 4   The Deep Silence 4 is the smallest case of the Deep Silence series so far. Due to the intelligent design it can nevertheless be fitted with high-end gaming systems. Even though the case is compact, it’s fully soundproofed and equipped with a bunch of awesome features. The case is designed for Micro-ATX or Mini-ITX motherboards. Decoupled mounting of the hard disks and the PSU, anti-vibration case feet, toolfree mounting of the optical drives and a 2-channel fan control are included. In order to make this case as versatile as possible, it offers two modular HDD-cages. With the fixed 1-bay cage, you can thus mount up to six 2,5/2,5″ HDD/SSD in the compact gaming case. With all HDD-cages in place, you can fit in VGA-cards of up to 265 mm in length. By removing the modular cages, you may install graphic cards with a maximum length of up to 395 mm. In the Deep Silence 4 a 120mm radiator can be mounted behind the front panel after removing the top two HDD cages. If needed, another 120 mm radiator can be installed at the back of the case. For external water cooling systems two rubber hose guides are available. The cooling system is designed for low system temperatures as well as the best possible cooling capacity. Two 120 mm fans are preinstalled, one each at the front and the back of the case. Another 120/140 mm fan can be installed under the top cover. A short video presentation from the Computex of the Deep Silence 4 can ...

  Presenting the Nanoxia Mini-ITX Case   With our new Mini-ITX case we offer you an uncompromising case that is perfect for fitting both air and water cooling solutions. This case is especially designed for handling heat generating high-end components. The best possible compatibility and high-grade case ventilation were the key features we had in mind when designing this Mini-ITX case. The design allows you to install a high-end water cooling system, large CPU-coolers or a bunch of hard disk drives in a very compact case. To put this in numbers: You can install CPU-coolers with a maximum height of 170 mm and VGA-cards of up to 330 mm in length. In the front, we installed two 140 mm fans for an optimal air flow at lowest noise levels. You can mount two additional 120/140 mm fans under the top cover. Two more fans can be installed at the back of the case; a 120/140 mm in the upper part and a 120 mm fan right behind the hard disk cage. This guarantees optimal ventilation of your hard disks. Watercooling enthusiasts will also come to love this case. You can install a 240 or 280 mm radiator or compact water cooling solution in the front and under the top cover. More than enough for any mini-ITX system, no matter what hardware you decide to use. Two rubber hose guides for external water cooling solutions can be found on the rear side. One of the main features of this case is the positioning of the VGA-card. We decided to locate it right next to the side panel. This all...

SilverStone is a respected name in the component industry, and we've seen some behemoth power supplies from the company in the past. Although this one isn't a monster premium power supply like some we've seen of late, the Strider Gold 650W is 80PLUS Gold certified and comes with a price of $125. Seems good so far, so let's take a closer look at this SilverStone power supply and see how it fares.

  Presenting the Deep Silence 5 The Deep Silence 5 is the second big tower of our case series. The tower is perfectly fitted for installing gaming systems with extra-long VGA-cards and high-end CPU coolers. The case is fully soundproofed with two noise-insulated front doors, three included 140 mm Deep Silence fans and a stepless two-channel fan control for up to 6 fans. The Deep Silence 5 offers a broad variety of great features. One of the main features are the fully modular HDD-cages for up to 11 HDD/SSD. Thanks to the unique versatility of the modular system, you can install graphic cards with a maximum length of up to 468 mm in length. When using all the HDD-cages, you can still mount extra-long cards with up to 338 mm. By removing the front HDD-cages, you can accommodate a 240/280 mm compact water cooling solution behind the case front. With the secondary cage in place, you can set up a push-pull configuration with up to four 120/140 mm fans cooling the radiator while still keeping at least three HDD-bays. If you want, there is always the possibility to place a water cooling solution with a slim radiator under the top cover. The front fans are mounted in “Easy Access” fan trays for easy installation and cleaning of the dust filters. The I/O-panel at the front of the top cover offers 2 x USB 3.0, 2 x USB 2.0 as well as audio-ports. Thanks to the intelligent design of the Deep Silence 5, high-end CPU-coolers with a maximum height of 185 mm can be placed...

  Presenting the Deep Silence 6 This week it’s all about Computex 2013. We have a booth there to show you a range of fantastic new products. For all of you not attending the trade fair, we will be sending out press releases every day until Saturday to keep you informed about what we have in stock for you!Let’s begin with the Deep Silence 6 big tower. The gigantic case offers you enormous space for your most demanding projects. The HPTX-tower is fully soundproofed, prepared for water cooling systems, and it’s full of awesome features. The Deep Silence 6 is the first case ever to make use of the improved “Active” Air Chimney. The special feature of this revised version is the active support of the case ventilation. By simply opening the Air Chimney, the pre-installed 140 mm fans are started automatically. When you close the Chimney, the fans are deactivated again. You may install up to three fans under the top-cover and connect them to the Active Air Chimney. Like every Nanoxia Deep Silence case, this server-capable tower is water cooling ready. In the steel top, we included special offset mounting points for 360/280 mm radiators. You can easily install very thick radiators (e.g. 45 or 60 mm) without interfering with motherboards components. A specially designed Mounting Bracket on the HDD cage can be used to mount another 240/280 or 120/140 mm radiator, which can then be equipped with up to four 140 mm fans. Or you can install two 120/140 mm f...

Corsair, a worldwide designer of high-performance components to the PC hardware market, today announced two new mid-tower PC cases-the Carbide Series Air 540 and the Carbide Series 330R. Both cases incorporate innovative and unique features for superior cooling and quiet operation. The Carbide Series Air 540 is designed with a wider form factor with two “side-by-side” chambers and a Direct Airflow Path layout. This unique design helps the case deliver best-in-class cooling at incredibly low noise levels. The main chamber of the Carbide Series Air 540 houses the motherboard and hot-swap 3.5″ drives for superior drive cooling and quick swapping. The second chamber holds the power supply, SSDs, and 5.25″ drives behind the motherboard tray. The separate compartments make building a breeze and provide cleaner cable routing and superior cooling for system devices. In addition, layout in each chamber is optimized to limit obstructions and streamline airflow from the intake fans to the hottest PC components, resulting in lower temperatures and noise levels.   Support for Mini ITX, Micro ATX, ATX, Extended ATX motherboards and ATX power supplies o Eight tool-free expansion slots that supports cards lengths up to 12.5″ (320mm) o Mount points for six 120mm or five 140mm fans (or 240/280mm radiator on top and 360/280/240mm radiator in front) Two 5.25″, two hot-swap 3.5″, and four 2.5″ tool-free drive bays Removable front magnetic lo...

In 2010, NZXT introduced the industry to its Phantom chassis, an aggressively designed, feature-rich case for mainstream users, gamers and enthusiasts alike. Now, NZXT is finally ready to unveil its direct successor, the Phantom 530. Continuing the legacy of the original, the new Phantom was meticulously designed from the ground up resulting in a refreshing new design that is uncompromising in every way. While creating the Phantom 530, the NZXT design team painstakingly took every beloved aspect of the original and made it even better. With up to 70% more cable management space, more airflow and even more liquid cooling support, the Phantom 530 features phenomenal support for even the most extreme performance builds. Along with its fully modular, interchangeable hard drive cages, the new Phantom features all of the latest NZXT technologies including: a discrete SSD mount behind motherboard tray, signature rear I/O LEDs, single channel 30W fan control with integrated 10-port fan hub and steel 5.25″ optical drive latches. The Phantom 530′s extensive liquid cooling support includes Kraken X40/X60 compatibility and radiators of up to 360mm in size on top, 240mm in front and 240mm on bottom. Additionally, the new Phantom also features the largest window the Phantom line has ever seen, letting you show off the true beauty of your masterpiece, inside and out. The Phantom 530 will be available soon in Glossy White, Black and Red for ?119.99. For more information, visit...

The NZXT HALE82 V2 was designed with one goal in mind: bring consumers a high performance, feature-rich power supply without the premium price tag. As any computer enthusiast will tell you, poor cable management can make a beautiful build look like a complete mess. One of the major contributors to these cable management hassles is the power supply. Unfortunately, fully modular cables are a luxury usually found only in high-end, high performance power supplies. Until now. Designed for mainstream users and enthusiasts alike, the HALE82 V2 is a fully modular power supply with 80 Plus Bronze certification. Available in 550W and 700W flavors, the HALE82 V2 features a fully modular PCB design with a labeled back plate for easy installation and excellent cable management. The HALE82 V2 will be available soon for just €79.99 (550W) and €99.99 (700W). HALE82 V2 is confirmed compatible with Intel’s 4th generation Core processors formerly codenamed Haswell. For more information, visit the product pages of the 700W, and 550W models.

Introducing the H630 Classic design. Minimal hassle. The new H230 is the perfect silent chassis for users looking for the bare essentials. Continuing the legacy of the H series, the H230 brings the same sound crushing abilities as its predecessors into a smaller, affordable package for all. Complete with a tool-free 5.25” latch design, removable HDD cage, seven expansion slots and USB 3.0 connectivity, the H230 brings all of the essentials together for hassle-free computing with a minimalistic edge. Classic styling, minimalistic design Noise absorbing internal padding Removable HDD cage Tool-free 5.25” latch design 7 motherboard expansion slots 2x USB 3.0 / audio external connectors Source/Product Details

Cougar, a leading German PC case, fan, and power supply manufacturer, has introduced a new Mini Gaming Tower case called the Cougar SPIKE. The SPIKE Mini-Tower was designed to deliver expansion capability in a micro-ATX space-saving design. The Cougar SPIKE case is a smaller but is designed to accept the longer high-end gaming graphics cards with up to 330 mm of clearance. With the usage of Mini and Micro ATX motherboards growing as they become more complete, many system builders feel that ATX motherboards can be replaced by Micro ATX motherboards. As such, COUGAR thinks that the Mini Gaming Tower is a future trend for space-saving PC gaming stations. They are also making it somewhat portable, as well as easier to carry to LAN partys. The Cougar SPIKE Mini-Tower sports a gaming themed style with a black interior to give it a professional and sleek look. Drive installation is quick and easy with the SPIKE due to COUGAR’s tool-less design technology for easy installation of 3.5” and 2.5” HDDs/SSDs. The case also supports the installing of a 2.5” HDD/SSD at the bottom of the chassis. With any PC case ventilation is crucial and Cougar’s SPIKE case comes with one rear 120mm fan pre-installed, and provisions for a total of up to four. One 80/90/120mm fan for the front (optional); one 80/120mm fan for the rear (pre-installed); and two side 120mm fans (optional). The Cougar SPIKE Mini Gaming Tower also supports USB3.0 for maximum data transfer speeds. The Cougar SPI...

There has been a lot of talk about PSU compatibility for Intel’s upcoming 4th Generation Core Processors (code named Haswell). We have observed a large amount of misinformation being spread. We would like to clarify the situation to calm and reassure our customers and partners that they will be able to upgrade safely. A full list of Cooler Master power supplies is listed here. Below are some quick facts that the public should be aware. Most power supplies don’t support Haswell – False I need a Haswell certified power supply to build a Haswell system – False Haswell only works with DC-DC Power Supplies – False Haswell only works with 80+ Gold and better Power Supplies – False Haswell requires a second 12V rail and doesn’t work with single rail Power Supplies – False On some older power supplies, Haswell consumes 5W more in idle mode – True Among other improvements of Intels latest Core Processors, power consumption in idle mode has been greatly reduced from around 6W to less than 1W. This might cause some older power supplies to shut the system off when the CPU enters idle mode, or prevent the system from waking up out of sleep mode. To our knowledge all mainboard vendors will disable this advanced power saving mode by default, and no customer upgrading to Haswell should experience any issues whatsoever. Should customers experience problems nevertheless, or would like to enable the advanced power saving mode on older power supplies that might not s...

COUGAR, leading PC case and power supply maker has introduced their latest PC case, the Archon. With an elegant look and support for longer high-end graphics cards up to 310 mm, this case is the latest iteration from COUGAR’s line of sleek gaming cases. The ARCHON delivers expansion capability in a subdued enclosure with windows, grills and an orange highlighted interior. It comes with three 2.5″ HDD/SSD trays and three 3.5″ HDD trays and features easily cleanable detachable air filters on the front and bottom covers. Like many of their other cases, there is a transparent acrylic side cover so that you can see the internals of the build. The case will be kept cool with support for up to five fans: one rear 120 mm fan (pre-installed), two optional front side 120 mm fans, and two optional side 120 mm fans along with seven PCI vented slots that provide flexibility and ventilation performance for multiple graphics cards solutions. If you need to kick it up a notch with water cooling, you can do that too with two holes (with rubber protection) on the rear panel. This mid tower case of course comes with advanced USB 3.0 ports for maximum data transfer speeds and despite its size, the ARCHON can take up to 8 drives or drive bay accessories in total with the Screw-less mechanism design on the 5.25″devices. Lastly, to keep it all neat and organized, the cables feed through on the motherboard tray allowing for easy routing and cable management. For more infor...

i Series Power Supplies Chino, California – May 21st, 2013 – Cooler Master, an industry leading chassis, thermal solution, peripheral, and accessory manufacturer today announces its new i Series power supplies (PSU). High Power Operating on a powerful single +12V rail system, i Series makes itself perfectly suited for powering graphics cards and other demanding system components. This is achieved through the inclusion of higher quality components and process improvements that allow for high efficiency of 85% or more that results in increasing each models overall value for users. Safety Focused i Series features world-class safeguards that consist of multiple over power protections which help prevent unfortunate home electrical issues from reaching your computer system’s vital components. Ensuring a long operating life, i Series power supplies include highly durable capacitors. These safety measures and quality components ensure that the power supply will remain operational for years to come. The i Series is available now. Price and availability may vary by region. This release is meant for the U.S. and Canada regions only. Please consult your local Cooler Master Representative for more information. Full product details can be found at: i Series