ECS PF23 matches Intel socket 479 to an Intel 975X board

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ECS PF23 delivers benefits of Intel platform Mobile CPU technology to the Desktop PC

Hannover, Germany, 13th March 2006 - Elitegroup Computer Systems (ECS) are showcasing the Intel 975X chipset-based PF23 motherboard with Mobile on Desktop (MoDT) technology and ATI Crossfire support at CeBIT 2006.

Unique among Intel 975X chipset-based motherboards currently on the market, the ECS PF23 features socket mPGA479M that supports Mobile on Desktop technology. With MoDT technology, the PF23 can support the Intel Core Duo CPU, Intel’s first 65nm dual-core mobile-optimised processor. Lightening fast desktop performance and the cool, quiet operations of an energy-efficient notebook are combined in this advanced computing solution. Power consumption is reduced, improving the performance/thermal dissipation ratio, which also leads to quieter fan operation and less noise.

The PF23 features safe, yet extreme overclocking ability. Thanks to a cooler environment and lower power consumption, the PF23 is ready to accommodate boosted frequency without voltage overloading or concerns about excessive heat. The PF23’s friendly and flexible overclocking functions include a proprietary Instant Overclocking Controller (I.O.C.) to automatically boost frequency and ECSonicII, an easy interface for overclocking in the operating system.

ECS’ unique Scalable Dual Graphic Engine (S.D.G.E.) technology allows two PCI Express-based graphics cards to work together on the same motherboard, leveraging ATI CrossFire technology for double graphics card power. The embedded Intel 975X chipset, the first Intel desktop chipset supporting 2 x 8 operations for 16 PCI Express lanes, further adds to the PF23’s ability to deliver optimal 3D graphic performance.

The PF23 with Intel’s most advanced 975X chipset, supports all the latest technologies including Intel® Memory Pipeline Technology for higher system performance, Dual Gigabit Ethernet, SATAII, Dual DDRII 667 and eight-channel audio.

The PF23 fully complies with EU Reduction of Hazardous Substances standards for motherboards well in advance of the regulations’ July 1, 2006, effective date.

About ECS
ECS, Elitegroup Computer Systems (TSE: 2331), has pioneered in the design and manufacture of computer motherboards since 1987. Headquartered in Taiwan, ECS has operations in North America, Europe and the Pacific Rim and was the first motherboard manufacturer in Taiwan to be listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange in 1994. ECS also has ISO 9001: 2000 and ISO 14001 certified manufacturing facilities in China which are capable of producing over 2.5 million motherboards every month.

Today the motherboard manufacturer has developed and expanded its business to also design and manufacture notebook computers for distributors worldwide and is capable of producing 200,000 units monthly. The ECS website can be found at http://www.ecs.com.tw

[TheGeekMistress]

damn, too bad it's not a 478 socket match up, i've got my lovely 1600 to 2900mhz 478 P4 in an old i845E chipset mobo. AGP4X, DDR366 mem bus, but there's ways around that with the low chipset strap. hehe onlything i could go up to is the i875P and it's not really worth it as it's my third rig. i use it for transcoding, encoding, rendering, compiling... things of that nature ...oh and slow long bit torrent DL's shhhhh! hehe

TGM