Nvidia Corporation, the worldwide leader in programmable graphics processor technologies, has just unveiled the Quadro FX graphics solutions providing customers next-generation architecture, Nvidia High-Precision Dynamic Range (HPDR) technology and vertex and pixel programmability for advanced graphics. The graphics solutions have already been adopted by several manufacturers and can be found on the latest mobile and desktop workstations developed by computing leaders such as Hewlett-Packard.

"The HP Compaq nw9440 mobile workstation comes standard with Quadro FX 1500M graphics with 256MB of GDDR III video memory and delivers the performance, quality, and stability required for the most demanding projects. In addition, the latest desktop solutions-the HP xw6400 and HP xw8400 workstations-will offer a range of graphics to suit the diverse needs of HP customers. These include the Quadro FX 4500, Quadro FX 3500, Quadro FX 1500 and the Quadro FX 560 solutions announced in April 2006," said the company.

Nvidia Quadro FX graphics solution series includes FX 4500, FX 3500, FX 1500 and FX 560. More precisely, NVIDIA Quadro FX 4500 is said to deliver up to 33.6GB/sec. memory bandwidth, 512MB GDDR2 frame buffer memory, 256-bit memory interface and support for 2 ultra-high resolution (3840 x 2400) digital panels, as the second solution - the Nvidia Quadro FX 3500 provides an enhanced graphics performance and it is also expected to become a standard high-end configuration for OEMs and enterprise customers worldwide.

Additionally, the Quadro FX 1500 is the first mid-range solution to offer high-performance mixed with two dual-link DVI connectors, 256MB GDDR3 frame buffer memory and HD video output, as the Quadro FX 560 sports a dual-link DVI, fast DDR3 128MB graphics memory and HD video output.

"HP and Nvidia play an instrumental role in providing the hardware platforms that allow our customers to make, manage, and move their media," said Marc Stevens, vice president and general manager of Softimage Co., a subsidiary of Avid Technology, Inc. "When SOFTIMAGE XSI-the leading 3D character animation software-is paired with Nvidia Quadro graphics on HP workstations, our customers can count on stable, certified workstations that accelerate the creative process and streamline their workflow."