Kingston Server Premier DDR4 2666MT/s Registered DIMMS Receive Validation on Intel Purley Platform

Kingston Server Premier DDR4 2666MT/s Registered DIMMS Receive Validation on Intel Purley Platform

• New Purley Platform Features Intel^® Xeon^® Scalable Processor Family (Skylake-SP)

Fountain Valley, CA – July 25, 2017 – Kingston Technology Company, Inc., the independent world leader in memory products, today announced its 32GB, 16GB and 8GB Server Premier DDR4-2666 Registered DIMMs have received validation on the Intel Purley Platform, featuring the Intel^® Xeon^® Scalable processor family (formerly known as “Skylake-SP”). A link to the validation page can be found here. This validation also marks the launch of Kingston's new Server Premier product line, which is focused on the latest server architectures making their debut in 2017. Kingston's new Server Premier builds on a legacy of class-leading server memory quality that target system builders, SMB and data centers with a fully locked build solution for guaranteed consistency.

Kingston’s Purley-validated Server Premier modules are specifically engineered to unleash the power of Intel's new six-channel server microarchitecture, without memory frequency clock down restrictions experienced in previous platforms. At 2666MT/s — the next-generation performance frequency for DDR4 memory — each DIMM provides peak bandwidth of 21.3GB/s. When grouped for multi-channel performance, this provides a significant boost in performance for today’s memory intensive server applications.

Kingston Server Premier is a simplified portfolio of server memory products that target the specific requirements of data center and Cloud customers as well as business customers, system integrators and SMBs. Server Premier features include:

• Locked Bill of Materials (BOM)
• Part Change Notifications (PCN) of 45-90 days
• Server platform validation
• Intel PCSD server qualification
• Leading server motherboard manufacturer qualification
• Starting speeds at DDR4-2400 and 2666
• Lifetime warranty
• Industry-leading service and support

“We are proud to introduce Server Premier as a simplified set of memory part numbers with broad or multi-platform compatibility,” said Jonathan Kaoh, server business manager, Kingston. “With Server Premier, customers can expect the same degree of reliability from Kingston’s rigorous testing, performance and support that have made us the memory of choice powering the world's data centers.”

Server Premier is part of the company's complete family of enterprise memory solutions for the data center. Kingston's server SSD lineup includes:

• DCP1000: a Gen 3.0 x8 PCIe NVMe SSD that delivers up to 1.25M IOPS from a single device with ultra-low transactional latency and high throughput
• DC400: a SATA SSD that offers consistent application performance and low latency over a wide range of read/write workloads for quality of service (QoS) minded customers. Features standard and user-adjustable overprovisioning to improve random IOPS
• DCU1000: Gen 3.0 x4 U.2 NVMe PCIe SSD delivering over 700K IOPS. This U.2 SSD is currently in customer evaluation and proof-of-concept stage

Server Premier memory and Kingston enterprise SSDs give customers complete end-to-end data performance solutions for the data center. The combination of the two is ideal for HPC (high-performance computing), artificial intelligence, virtualization, Cloud, big data and database applications; as well as the media and entertainment industry.

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About Kingston Technology Company, Inc.

Kingston Technology Company, Inc. is the world’s largest independent manufacturer of memory products. Kingston designs, manufactures and distributes memory products for desktops, laptops, servers, printers, and Flash memory products for computers, digital cameras and mobile devices. Through its global network of subsidiaries and affiliates, Kingston has manufacturing facilities in California, Taiwan, China and sales representatives in the United States, Canada, Europe, Russia, Turkey, Ukraine, India, Taiwan, China, and Latin America. For more information, please call 800-337-8410 or visit www.kingston.com.

Editor’s Note: For additional information, evaluation units or executive interviews, please contact David Leong, Kingston Technology Company, Inc. 17600 Newhope Street, Fountain Valley, CA USA 92708, 714-438-1817 (Voice). Press images can be found in Kingston’s press room here.

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Klipsch Forte Speakers Make Triumphant Return

Klipsch Forte Speakers Make Triumphant Return

I INDIANAPOLIS, IND. (July 25, 2017) — Klipsch®, a tech-driven audio company, today announces the release of the new Forte™ III loudspeaker, one of its best-selling speakers of all time. The Forte III is a member of the legendary Klipsch Heritage series and the loudspeaker cabinet is meticulously handcrafted in the USA. The original Forte is an American classic that was first introduced in 1985 to much fanfare, but has been out of production since 1996. The Forte III features updated cosmetics and the latest advancements in acoustic engineering, while maintaining the original elegant design and powerful performance that made it so popular years ago. The speaker hosts a three-way design utilizing a  12” woofer and horn-loaded midrange and tweeter, with all new state of  the art titanium compression drivers for a smooth and powerful response. A new midrange horn incorporates a modified Tractrix® design with patented Mumps technology to improve coverage and control of the key mid-frequency band. The Forte III employs a rear-mounted passive radiator that is 15” in size for greater bass output and extension. At just 13” deep, the Klipsch Forte III solves space issues with its narrow, shallow footprint, while still delivering room-filling, quality sound. Each pair of Forte III loudspeakers is grain-matched using wood veneer panels that are harvested from the same timber. The speakers move seamlessly together through the factory and the finished product is inspected and labeled with sequential serial numbers, ensuring that each pair of speakers is a matched set.  The Forte III (MSRP $1,800 ea.) is available now at select retailers in four standard finish options – American Walnut, Natural Cherry, Black Ash, and new Distressed Oak. Additionally, a limited production run of 70 pairs of Forte III’s are available in two unique finishes. The California Black Walnut version features a lambswool grille cloth (MSRP $2,300 ea.), while the Matte Black finish boasts silver luster grille cloth (MSRP $2,000 ea.). Both special edition Forte III models include a commemorative back plate hand-signed by the craftsman. To learn more about the Klipsch Forte III speakers, visit Klipsch.com.     ### About Klipsch Audio In 1946 Paul W. Klipsch, inventor, acoustics pioneer and maverick, founded Klipsch Audio with the sole purpose of bringing the power, detail and emotion of the live music experience into his living room. Through the use of highly efficient speaker designs, handcrafted cabinetry and a thirst for real engineering breakthroughs – Klipsch, the great American loudspeaker company, was born in Hope, AR. Today, our diverse range of quality audio products includes speakers and headphones for almost any consumer and professional application – including cinema, whole-house, wireless, home theater and portable offerings. Honoring our founder’s legacy, Klipsch continues to be the legendary high-performance brand of choice for audiophiles and aficionados around the world. We are the Keepers of the Sound®. Klipsch Group, Inc. is a VOXX International Company (NASDAQ: VOXX).

Introducing Powerful Whole Home Wi-Fi

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ASUS Launches Lyra Home WiFi System

ASUS Launches Lyra Home WiFi System

-- Banish WiFi dead spots and say goodbye to unreliable connections with Lyra, a stylish mesh network system that delivers smooth, seamless WiFi to every corner of the home --

Fremont, CA (July 24, 2017) — Lyra is designed to make WiFi simple again. Whether you're using a smartphone, laptop, game console, streaming media player or a smart-home gadget, Lyra ensures that every device enjoys a fast, reliable and secure connection — anywhere in the house and all the time. With its stylish yet unobtrusive circular design, ease of installation, ASUS AiProtection security, and the intuitive mobile app for easy setup and control, Lyra is the perfect solution for today’s bandwidth-hungry, multi-device households.

Making WiFi Simple Again  Modern households often contain a large and diverse collection of wireless devices, including traditional PCs and laptops, smartphones, tablets, games consoles and, increasingly, IoT and smart-home devices that require always-on connectivity. In these increasingly congested WiFi environments, obstacles such as doors, walls, floors and windows can interfere with radio signals to create unpredictable WiFi “dead spots”, especially in large or multi-story dwellings. Combining a router with low-cost WiFi repeaters can extend coverage, but repeaters often use older single or dual-band WiFi standards. They can also introduce unnecessary setup complexity and create multiple WiFi network names. In addition, single high-power routers might not always offer the best WiFi coverage or performance at the furthest edge of the connection, especially in multi-story buildings. Lyra overcomes all these problems by using a powerful tri-band WiFi mesh network with multiple interconnected hubs — one primary hub connected to the internet, and several satellite hubs¹. To give you maximum performance, Lyra uses three separate frequency bands. Each hub uses one band to communicate with the others, leaving the other two bands completely free for superfast connections to your devices. Whether you're in the basement, on the patio or the living room, Lyra allows you to experience the same level of high-speed connectivity with all of your devices. Its intelligent technology gives you the freedom to roam anywhere, automatically connecting you to the best signal and switching seamlessly between hubs without interruption as you move through your home — so you'll always enjoy a smooth, strong signal.

ASUS AiProtection: Commercial-Grade Security That’s Free for Life  Lyra incorporates ASUS AiProtection, a commercial-grade network security system powered by Trend Micro™ Smart Home Network. The built-in AiProtection software offers automatic regular and rapid-reaction updates that ensures you always have the very latest protection. The online threat landscape is evolving rapidly, with home networks exposed to increasingly sophisticated attacks. The rise of ‘dumb’ IoT devices such as IP webcams or smart-home devices without built-in security protection is a particular concern, as these can act as vulnerable gateways to the home network. With AiProtection, all connected devices are protected, even if they have no antivirus capability of their own. AiProtection works transparently inside Lyra to protect the entire network, using an intrusion prevention system (IPS) with a sophisticated deep packet inspection (DPI) engine that analyzes the contents of all data packets entering or leaving the home network, and blocks malicious or suspicious packets, regardless of the device they originated from. AiProtection blocks common internet-based attacks before they reach the network, and if an infected device is detected on the network, the software will instantly block it to prevent it from sending any personal information to malicious servers.

Easy Setup and Control With the ASUS Lyra App  ASUS Lyra is designed to be incredibly simple to install and operate via the ASUS Lyra mobile app. This app connects to Lyra via Bluetooth to help users with initial setup or when adding extra hubs, and allows full control of network settings. The Lyra app also includes Family Overview, a powerful feature that enables easy management of each user’s devices, internet usage allowances and app permissions. This information is presented in a clear graphical format that makes it easy to monitor family members’ data usage and app history, and adjust individual settings as needed. The advanced mesh-networking architecture in Lyra uses a dedicated extra 5GHz frequency band to establish an inter-hub data backbone that is completely isolated from device connections. This leaves one 5GHz and one 2.4GHz frequency band completely free for device connections, with better multi-device performance and less complexity than alternative solutions. The easily expandable Lyra system is ideal for almost any size or shape of dwelling.

AVAILABILITY & PRICING  ASUS Lyra is available now at Amazon, B&H Photo, Fry's, Newegg, and other leading resellers at a suggested MSRP of $399.99 USD. For additional information on Lyra, please visit ASUS North America or watch our Lyra video. Please contact your local ASUS representative for further information.  ¹ ASUS Lyra includes three hubs. Additional hubs are sold separately.

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About ASUS ASUS is one of Fortune magazine’s World’s Most Admired Companies, and is dedicated to creating products for today and tomorrow’s smart life. Our comprehensive portfolio includes Zenbo, ZenFone, ZenBook and a range of IT devices and components, along with AR, VR and IoT. ASUS employs more than 17,000 people worldwide and over 5,500 world-class R&D talents. Driven by innovation and committed to quality, the company won 4,385 awards and earned approximately US$13.3 billion of revenue in 2016.

James Loudspeaker™ Unveils Ultra High-Performance Q-Series Floor-Standing Speakers to Suit Any Decor

James Loudspeaker™ Unveils Ultra High-Performance Q-Series Floor-Standing Speakers to Suit Any Decor       

Superb craftsmanship meets unmatched clarity and detail in a refined, customizable loudspeaker to fit any room

Napa, CA, July 24^th, 2017 – James Loudspeaker (www.jamesloudspeaker.com), designers and manufacturers of the highest quality décor-friendly entertainment products for both residential and commercial applications, has announced the introduction of the Q-Series floor-standing loudspeakers, a built-to-suit array of three models offering unmatched resolution, detail and dynamic realism. 

The James Loudspeaker Q-Series floor-standing loudspeakers are completely unique because in addition to three standard models, Q-Series speakers can be custom sized and finished to meet the exact needs of any environment. Leveraging the technology in James’ highly successful flagship BE-Series in-wall speakers, all three Q-Series models employ a rigid, reinforced MDF enclosure, a stylish grille made from elegantly coated aluminum bar stock and the signature James Loudspeaker 1-inch Beryllium quad tweeter array. Each model is capable of handling enormous amounts of amplifier power, delivering undistorted, crystal clear audio even at massively high output levels. Aesthetically inspired by the majestic shape of beautiful Quartz crystals found in nature, these Q-Series masterpieces are an ideal foundation for a 2-channel music system and/or a multi-channel theater when a floor-standing form factor is the preferred solution. 

Q60: The Q60 has been engineered to use two amplifiers (bi-amplification), one for the full-range portion of the speaker and another for the internal 12-inch down-firing aluminum cone subwoofer. Together, they enable the Q60 to provide lifelike dynamics and the highest possible level of detail for music and movie soundtracks. Above the 12-inch subwoofer, which features a 3-inch voice coil capable of handling 1000+ watts of power, the Q60 utilizes a 3-way system comprised of two 8-inch woofers, two 6.5-inch midranges and the Beryllium quad tweeter array. MSRP $15,000 US (each)

Q48: The Q48 implements the same bi-amped system and 12-inch subwoofer as the Q60, utilizing a pair of 8 inch woofers, two 5.25-inch midrange drivers and the Beryllium quad tweeter array. As the mid-sized Q-Series model, the Q48 delivers superb detail, dynamic realism and effortless high output levels from a smaller form factor. Like the Q60, the Q48 is fully customizable in terms of finish and even physical dimensions if necessary. MSRP $10,000 US (each)

Q30: The Q30 loudspeaker has been meticulously tuned to deliver a highly refined listening experience from a small floor-standing form factor. Like the Q60 and Q48, the Q30 features the Beryllium quad tweeter array, ensuring a silky smooth high-frequency response, high output levels, low distortion and unmatched reliability. The 8-inch midrange and 8-inch long-excursion woofer all feature aluminum cones with Santoprene™ rubber surrounds for clarity, detail and longevity. MSRP $6,000 US (each)

All Q-Series speakers are built to the highest standards of fine craftsmanship and attention to detail by master craftsmen in James Loudspeaker’s Napa, CA USA factory. Q-Series speakers come in a wide variety of premium finishes and can be matched to any décor. James Loudspeaker Q-Series speakers are available now through authorized professional integrators. 

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About James Loudspeaker: James Loudspeaker™ designs and manufactures high-performance speakers for residential and commercial applications. James offers a vast array of architectural speakers along with built-to-suit solutions that minimize visual presence while delivering the finest sound quality for indoor, outdoor and marine audio systems. Engineered and manufactured in Napa, CA since 1999, James Loudspeaker products are sold and installed through the finest custom integration specialists worldwide. www.jamesloudspeaker.com 

ASUS Republic of Gamers Introduces Crosshair VI Extreme

ASUS Republic of Gamers Introduces Crosshair VI Extreme

-- An X370 motherboard like no other, the ROG Crosshair VI Extreme is designed for gamers and power users looking to maximize AMD Ryzen™ performance --

Fremont, CA (July 20, 2017) — ROG motherboards can trace their lineage back over a decade to the original Crosshair for Athlon™ 64 processors, so it’s only fitting that the ROG Crosshair VI Extreme brings Ryzen up to speed with our latest innovations. The latest Crosshair is tailored for the high-end machines PC enthusiasts dream of building and overclockers need to unleash Ryzen’s raw potential. The result is an X370 motherboard that gives Ryzen the high-end foundation it deserves.

Overclocking for Everyone Meets Cooling for Everything  ROG engineers devote a lot of time to figuring out how to get the most out of each platform. You don’t need experience with extreme cooling to push the limits of your hardware, though. The Crosshair VI Extreme’s intelligent auto-tuner lets beginners overclock with a single click. This highly configurable tool accounts for the unique characteristics of each system’s hardware and cooling, making it valuable for even seasoned veterans who do most of their tweaking by hand.  Performance and overclocking are inextricably tied to cooling, so we’re constantly looking for ways to improve thermal management. For a high-end board like the Extreme, that means supplying everything needed for sophisticated liquid loops, starting with a special header for monitoring monoblock temperatures, flow rates, and leak detection circuits. We’ve already partnered with the experts at Bitspower to produce a monoblock made specifically for the Extreme that will be sold separately from the motherboard.  All of the cooling is managed by our widely vaunted UEFI and FanXpert 4 software, a continuously evolving suite that provides comprehensive control through intuitive interfaces. Add extensive fine tuning options and sensor grouping, and you’ve got everything required to build a rig that’s whisper quiet at idle and only as loud as required by the situation.

A Refined Foundation for Coloring Your World  High-end builds won’t get a second glance if they don’t look the part. The aesthetics have to be just right, and your lighting better be on point. Our designers used a monochromatic palette that won’t conflict with other components or your choice of accent lighting. RGB lighting is expected at this point, but the Extreme doesn’t just add some bling and call it a day. It’s one of the first motherboards with a header for addressable light strips and that offer control of each individual LED.  Thanks to Aura Sync, you can match colors and effects across a complete family of compatible components that covers every aspect of your rig, both inside and out. And with our new Aura SDK, developers can integrate the lighting with games and other software, opening up exciting possibilities for cosmetic and functional flourishes.

Order One With Everything  The Crosshair VI Extreme has all the attributes of a premium motherboard. The dual PCIe x16 slots feature ASUS SafeSlot that reinforces the slot with metal bracing and additional solder to prevent damage from rough handling. They’re spaced to give 2.5-slot graphics cards like the class leading ROG STRIX GeForce®GTX 1080 TI ample breathing room, and a third x16 slot is available for three-way CrossFireX with dual-slot cards.  A full slate of USB connectors stands ready for an army of devices. You can hit speeds up to 10Gbps with USB 3.1 Gen 2, which is available through an internal header for cases and via both Type-C and Type-A ports at the rear. The integrated networking gives you an ultra-reliable Intel controller for wired Gigabit Ethernet, and an 802.11ac module with an upgraded 2x2 antenna for Wi-Fi. Wireless connectivity also extends to peripherals with Bluetooth 4.1, so all your bases are covered.  Our latest SupremeFX S1220 codec powers the onboard audio alongside a premium ESS Sabre DAC and the usual assortment of engineering tweaks to improve the output and recording quality. You don’t need a separate sound card to produce pristine audio for gaming and streaming. You will, however, need a virtual reality headset to take advantage our new HRTF-powered audio effects for VR.

Celebrate the Revival  The ROG Crosshair VI Extreme is a true heavyweight among AMD Socket AM4 motherboards. It’s loaded with features designed for the PC gaming enthusiast and serious overclocker without sacrificing one for the other like so many competing products. It is this attention to user needs that defines the Crosshair VI Extreme – and the hallmark of ROG engineering and design. For additional information, images and exclusive features of this unique motherboard, check out our launch article at ROG.

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AVAILABILITY & PRICING  ROG Crosshair VI Extreme will be available at leading resellers in North America starting in early August. Suggested MSRP pricing is $349. If you want more information about the AMD AM4 platform, read our Edge Up guide or visit ASUS USA to view the complete lineup of ASUS AM4 based motherboards.

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About ROG Republic of Gamers (ROG) is an ASUS sub-brand dedicated to creating the world’s best gaming hardware and software. Formed in 2006, ROG offers a complete line of innovative products known for performance and quality, including motherboards, graphics cards, laptops, desktops, monitors, audio equipment, routers and peripherals. ROG participates in and sponsors major international gaming events. ROG gear has been used to set hundreds of overclocking records and it continues to be the preferred choice of gamers and enthusiasts around the world. Learn more about the choice of champions at http://rog.asus.com.

Elite's Manual SRM Features Non-Electric Hands-Free Mechanism

Elite's Manual SRM Features a Non-Electric Hands-Free Mechanism

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About the Manual SRM Non-Electric Projector Screen The Manual SRM is a manually operated pull-down projection screen that has a built-in Slow Retract Mechanism (SRM). This special feature allows the material to retract slowly and hand-free back into the screen’s housing without damage. There is no longer any need to hold onto the screen’s handle while retracting. See Manual SRM Web Page

Features • Slow-retract system (SRM) allows hands-free operation during screen retraction  • MaxWhite 1.1 Gain material with wide viewing angle  • Greenguard (UL 2818) Certified for safe indoor air quality emissions  • Standard 4-side black masking borders for enhanced visual contrast  • Dual wall/ceiling installation design  • Suitable for home or commercial applications

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