14 DAY TRIAL // NVIDIA unveiled the latest core-logic motherboard solutions-targeted at the integrated computing markets-combining new NVIDIA nForce 400 media and communications processors (MCPs) with a new line of the GeForce 6 series graphics processing units (GPUs).
Developed for AMD64-based computing platforms, the family of NVIDIA nForce 400 MCPs and GeForce 6100 GPUs provide the world's leading motherboard manufacturers, including ASUSTeK, Biostar, Chaintech, DFI, ECS, Epox, Foxconn, Gigabyte, Jetway, MSI, and Shuttle.
With the NVIDIA nForce 400 and GeForce 6100 products forming the technological foundation for the motherboard, global OEMs and system builders are now able to design affordable, flexible, and innovative solutions for a variety of PC platforms, including mainstream offerings for Microsoft Media Center, convergence digital media products in unique, small form-factors, and small office, home office solutions. In addition, system builders and OEMs can promote their systems as being "HD Ready" by integrating DVI and component outputs directly on the PC for hassle-free connection to a high definition display or television.
This is made possible by integration of NVIDIA Pure Video technology, whose hardware acceleration engine enables smooth playback of HD video, including Windows Media 9- and MPEG 2-based footage, with minimal CPU overhead. NVIDIA PureVideo technology also delivers advanced video features to the PC-including advanced de-interlacing, inverse telecine, and high-quality scaling-rivaling that of high-end consumer electronics DVD players.
NVIDIA nForce 400 and GeForce 6100-based systems will be available from worldwide system builders in October.
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